There’s a lot going on today. I thought maybe it might be nice to carve out a space for people to share and focus on things that they love today. Pet pictures, a favorite song, a film that always picks … Continue reading Hey Avocados, Share What You Love
I don’t even know what to say. I love you all, I love this community. I hope we look out for each other today and in the weeks and months ahead. Please avoid region bashing. Please be sensitive to others. Continue reading The Wednesday Politics Thread
Happy All Hallows’ Eve Eve. We’re less than one week away now from the end of the election, and I encourage you to practice self care. Step back when you need to, don’t check the polls if you can help … Continue reading The Wednesday Politics Thread is Almost There
You know the drill. Be kind and thoughtful today. Cheers. Continue reading Another Wednesday Politics Thread
As the election approaches, I know many of us are anxious. And the ways in which we process that can vary wildly. For some, talking through bad and worst case scenarios seems to be a way in which they process … Continue reading The Wednesday Politics Thread is Counting Down the Days
It’s Wednesday! It’s the Politics Thread! It’s the Wednesday Politics Thread! So of course, you gotta be kind and thoughtful today. Cheers. Continue reading A Wednesday Politics Thread
Happy Wednesday, Politicados. North Carolina and surrounding areas have been devastated by Hurricane Helene. FEMA has a list of ways you can help — consider donating if you’re able. Be kind and thoughtful today. Cheers. Continue reading The Wednesday Politics Thread in the Aftermath of the Storm
It’s Wednesday again, which means it’s time for your weekly Cordy header. I try to bring genuinely interesting (and sometimes tough) reporting to my headers, while also leaving weeks for something more fun or frivolous. Yesterday I asked the PT … Continue reading The Wednesday Politics Thread Offers Some Frowns and Smiles
Good morning and happy Wednesday. Today I thought I’d share this article by Jamison Foser, formerly of Media Matters, that talks about the failure of the media to properly grapple with the lies told by Trump and Vance. Sixteen years … Continue reading The Wednesday Politics Thread Does Not Privilege the Lie
Happy Wednesday, Politicados! Last night was the debate between Harris and Trump. I absolutely won’t be able to stay awake to watch it, and I won’t even try to speculate what kind of shit will happen, but discuss the aftermath … Continue reading The Wednesday Politics Thread Follows the Debate
Happy Wednesday and happy September, Politicados! Today I thought I’d share an interesting article I read in the New York Times Magazine, all about the penny. I am generally against pennies as a unit of currency, but never really dove … Continue reading The Wednesday Politics Thread Offers a Penny For Your Thoughts
Welcome back to Wednesday. The days are slowly starting to get shorter, and although the heat isn’t abating (at least in Cordytown), the promise of fall is approaching. This week I thought I’d share some recent science news for everyone … Continue reading The Wednesday Politics Thread Sciences It Up
Happy Wednesday! Those of ou who are able to stay awake past 9:30 pm Eastern time have been able to enjoy the Democratic National Convention. Those of you like me who are tired and cranky may not, so here’s Joe … Continue reading The Wednesday Politics Thread Watches the DNC
Apologies for a non-header. Go watch some Olympics highlights or something, they were great. Be kind and thoughtful today. Cheers. Continue reading The Wednesday Politics Thread Was Busy
At last, a cure for the morbs. Be kind and thoughtful today, just like Tim Walz would want you to be. Cheers. Continue reading The Walz-Day Politics Thread
I just think they’re neat. Continue reading The Pangolin Friday Politics Thread
Happy Wednesday! We’ve reached the end of July. Why, it feels like it was only yesterday I was saying “We’ve reached the end of January.” Time flies when there’s a lot of news happening all the time. This morning I’ll … Continue reading The Wednesday Politics Thread Has No Tagline
I want to discuss the Olympics. Join me. Consider using spoiler tags when appropriate, as some people may be watching different events at different times. No region bashing. Opening ceremonies start at 7:30 pm Paris time, 1:30 pm US Eastern … Continue reading 2024 Paris Summer Olympics!
Some time ago, one user (I forget who, so apologies for not being able to give credit) mentioned the idea of “Don’t invent a guy.” That is to say, don’t create scenarios in your head that you feel the need … Continue reading The Wednesday Politics Thread Says “Don’t Invent a Guy”
Hey Politicados! Welcome back to Wednesday! It’s been a challenging few weeks in the PT. After the debate, there’s been no shortage of takes suggesting that Biden drop out or be replaced. And so that’s been the dominant topic, understandably, … Continue reading The Wednesday Politics Thread Issues a Challenge
Hey Politicados. I know it’s been a tough week. Here’s your daily politics thread, but please remember the mod notices from this week. Reiterating from yesterday: On behalf of the mods and the community, we’re asking you to please, please … Continue reading The Wednesday Politics Thread
