Ike

Ike

@cmdrtoad.bsky.social

Hey Bluesky gang - I’m a coffee pro with a love for books, comics, yoga and cycling.

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Belated September 11 reflection: all-time stupid policy decision and analytical error to respond to an attack by this narrow vanguardist organization, with no real popular base, by entering conflict with the broader Arab/Muslim world and pathologizing popular opposition to U.S. policies. 1/2

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My latest for @inkstickmedia.com, on Trump's attempts to dominate countries in the Western Hemisphere and beyond, and why I think American progressives should be out in front defending these countries' sovereignty – their right to be independent and free: inkstickmedia.com/in-the-age-o...

inkstickmedia.comIn the Age of Trump, Progressives Should Stand Up for SovereigntyAs Trump escalates Washington's already bellicose foreign policy, US progressives should stand up for sovereignty.

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Seems like in a primary election, AIPAC's incentives are not aligned with the Democratic Party's, no? Because even if AIPAC's disfavored candidate wins, the lobby has maybe still done lasting damage to the Dem nom and can then just support a pro-Israel Republican in the general.

I really love the work of Isaac Scott - a ceramic artist whose work is regularly shown at the Lacoste Gallery in Concord MA.

This marketing for OG Mortal Kombat spotted at my favorite local arcade (Hometown Arcade, Norwood MA) cracks me the hell up 🐉 👊

I’m just having a little spiritual moment as I prepare to see The Carpenter’s Son - the latest film from my childhood friend Lotfy Nathan. This is the same movie theater where I worked concessions. The two friends I am seeing this film with today were part of our mutual friendship circle.

Movie was excellent - but I knew I would love it no matter what. Cage was amazing and somehow intense but not over the top. Super upsetting imagery from the world of those times mixed with unbelievably beautiful scenery and cinematography. Highly recommend seeing in theaters

Another beautiful drink from my pals @ Haute Coffee in Concord MA. Best drinks in the area by far, check them out! Mostly Counter Culture beans but they feature occasional guest roasters such as Little Seed from VT.

Amazing grapes, how sweet the taste, one bite, how can it be? I munch, I crunch, amazing grapes, oh, what they do for me. Thank you Jules Feiffer, rest in peace. I grew up with your illustrations in The Phantom Tollbooth and can still picture my daughter cracking up at Bark George.

@danacorn.bsky.social My daughter scored a copy of ‘Unicorn Time Machine’ at our library today. The way she reads Phoebe books is unlike any other series - she freaking DEVOURS them with gusto - cover to cover. Your work is on another level - THANK YOU!!

Someone should incorporate a bird-spotting mini-game in a Stardew Valley-like. I can see it now - aiming precisely with your little binoculars item - using certain bird-feeders and seeds for different seasons/species - and a cute log book to record your progress.

This is my friend’s La Pavoni espresso machine. I originally got it for cleaning out someone’s garage, and subsequently traded it to him for a TV. He’s since modded it big time and made it a true thing of beauty! ☕️🦾💗 The TV still works, but I think he got the better end of the trade.

As a career coffee professional, I just wanted to thank you @travisbaldree.bsky.social from the bottom of my heart for “Legends and Lattes,” which I just finished reading aloud with my wife & daughter. You truly captured the magic that an energetically safe third place has to offer the world.

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