Rick Hancock

Government shutdown fight captures difference between media and reporting Elon Musk and his followers on X proved they dominate the Republican media industrial complex. That revolt was powered by some false information.

Understanding how to navigate Legacy Media literacy v Social Media literacy is a thing most people should do, but won’t.

You’re moving the goalposts (see what I did there?). We’re talking about NFL contracts, not my business.

You do understand that he works for the NFL? So, yes the league can restrict his movement within the league if he’s violated his contract with one team and stopping him from playing with another team in the league. He may be able to play in another professional football league in Canada or XFL.

I own a business and have employees. Your point?

Call it what you want, he had a contract to play football. He refused to do so… #consequences

Bad precedent. What’s to stop every unhappy player from doing the same thing. By that I mean quitting mid game. He could’ve asked to be released before the game. Different situation.

Why would his current team let him go to another team when 1) he violated his contract with them 2) they wouldn’t get any compensation releasing him & he signs with another team.
He could have gone to the team and asked to be cut b4 the game. Quitting during the game was a punk move. No tears here.

If you violate the terms of your contract; there are consequences. If you’re contract requires you to play football for a particular team and you refuse to do so, I’m okay if there are ramifications. He can get a job with the XFL or Canadian League to play football, but the NFL? Nope!

I think releasing him and letting him sign with another team opens Pandora’s Box. I don’t think Campbell would currently have a lot of suitors because of how he quit & his fringe value as a player, but what if he was a very good but disgruntled player? Quitting your way to free agency? Nah…

Caring for elderly parents is a lot of work that many people don’t begin to think about until they are caring for elderly parents.
#eldercare #mentalhealth

As of this morning! Yes, it’s a problem!

Opinion | Bluesky Is Different From X. For Now. Users are looking for a more curated experience on a platform that is not constantly trying to get them to interact with brands.

#X sucks, that’s why people are leaving. As for this article, it highlights what’s wrong with the NYT specifically and journalism in general (I’m a former journalist); it gives too much deference to outlandish “other side” ideas. Just say it plainly: #X sucks! #

www.nytimes.com/2024/12/07/o...

Democrats Face an Existential Crisis on X — POLITICO Conversations with a dozen insiders point to a party that is unsure about whether to leave or engage with the increasingly MAGA platform.

Why leave? #X sucks!

apple.news/AaMG38w0vTYi...

A year ago I took up a new hobby: thrifting. Loved it so much I started a new online business: Thrifty Ricky.
It’s mostly rare & vintage clothes, but other high quality & hard to find stuff also. If you see something you like use code THRIFTY for an additional discount.

www.thriftyricky.com/shop/

I’ve purposely tuned out from watching news on any network since the election. Even on the print & digital side, only scanning headlines when they come across my feeds. I haven’t begun to analyze the “whys” me & others are tuning out. Some reasons are obvious: exhaustion & anxiety of what’s to come.

D.C. Go-Go Museum and Café Hosts Anacostia Soft Launch and Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony The new museum dedicated to the Washington, D.C. music genre is set to open in February 2025.

I wonder if the cafe is going to serve sardines and pork and beans?

‘The Basketball 100’ GOAT Points: A new way to look at the greatest (players) of all time How do you rank the greatest players in history? It's not an easy task as there is no ultimate truth here, no one correct and final answer.

This NBA GOAT debate article is probably not intended for the barbershop, cigar lounge or man cave crowd. However if you’re into stats, analytics and deep, research this article is for you. Keep it handy the next time you’re caught in the MJ vs LeBron GOAT debate!

www.nytimes.com/athletic/594...

What bathroom did she use?

The guy who had him in my league still lost by 40!

Please, PRETTY PLEASE nominate Mark Robinson for something, anything!

I’m going to say what I’m going say. Love it, hate it, ignore it or applaud it. But I’m going to say it.