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I'd ride it. At least once.

I'd ride it. At least once. http://www.gadgetify.com/black-pearl-steam-motorcycle/

At a bar called "lies."

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At a bar called "lies."

Read this earlier today.

Read this earlier today. I remember that day, or at least the shuttle launch that day. For me, it was the fifth grade and living so close to Cape Canaveral we could always stand outside and watch the shuttles launch. On this particular day our teacher said shuttle launches had become so common she didn't feel the need to let us out to watch. Minutes later an announcement came over the loudspeaker telling us what had happened and we all rushed out the door and looked north. First daytime shuttle launch I didn't see live. They named the new elementary school after the teacher onboard. http://www.dailykos.com/story/2016/02/26/1491359/-Space-shuttle-engineer-who-carried-guilt-of-explosion-30-yrs-finds-relief-via-NPR-public-outpour

Holy crap! Is Obamacare working? What on Earth are the GOP going to complain about now?

Holy crap! Is Obamacare working? What on Earth are the GOP going to complain about now? http://www.dailykos.com/story/2016/02/27/1491263/-Obamacare-is-keeping-people-out-of-the-hospital

I haven't verified this elsewhere, so take it with a grain of salt until we see some numbers.

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I haven't verified this elsewhere, so take it with a grain of salt until we see some numbers. #Hillary #feelthebern Originally shared by WSVN-TV BREAKING: Hillary Clinton wins South Carolina Democratic presidential primary.

@therealDonaldTrump, Cyberbully

@therealDonaldTrump, Cyberbully http://mobile.nytimes.com/2016/02/27/us/politics/donald-trump.html Trump does not like to be turned down. Nor does he like tough questions or opposition of any sort. This is the man 40% of the GOP base thinks can stand on a world stage and be presidential. http://mobile.nytimes.com/2016/02/27/us/politics/donald-trump.html?hp&action=click&pgtype=Homepage&clickSource=story-heading&module=a-lede-package-region&region=top-news&WT.nav=top-news&referer=

Who would have thought you could find a fairly decent mountain bike park in Brevard County, Florida?

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Who would have thought you could find a fairly decent mountain bike park in Brevard County, Florida? A few years ago this was a loose collection of user-made trails for enthusiasts until the city of Palm Bay decided to flatten it all down. The riders came together and lobbied the city who adopted the loose collection of trails into the formal parks system. www.ridebmba.org

I called it years ago, the GOP is pulling itself apart.

I called it years ago, the GOP is pulling itself apart. Will it be too fractured to pose a threat to democrats after this election cycle? http://mobile.nytimes.com/2016/02/28/us/politics/donald-trump-republican-party.html?_r=0&referer=http://news.google.com/ http://mobile.nytimes.com/2016/02/28/us/politics/donald-trump-republican-party.html?_r=0&referer=http://news.google.com/

Comic book themed cafe in ... I don't know where. Go to his post and tell him how awesome it is.

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Comic book themed cafe in ... I don't know where. Go to his post and tell him how awesome it is. Originally shared by Mac Vogt Eyyyy G+! Ay, you guy. No you. So last year, I compiled an album showing yas round the cafe/comic bookstore I work at. I've met so many new ppl here since, I figured it was time for a refresh. Welcome to the Black Canary Cafe (Album.) Inside, you'll find a wall-sized hand-made map of middle Earth, larger-than-life sized statues of Batman and Superman, a gang of Deadpools, R2D2, the view down yonge street, our new Katamari Dynasty themed tip bowl by the talented [ https://www.instagram.com/d_v_d_xl_y/ ] random ppl and touring angles, and coffee. For the record, I love my job.

Found a word to describe my mom. I swear, she talks so much it's like she's narrating her life for the rest of us.

Found a word to describe my mom. I swear, she talks so much it's like she's narrating her life for the rest of us. http://dictionary.reference.com/wordoftheday/2016/02/27

Sometimes, with the (religious) freedom to discriminate laws popping up around the country we forget that freedom to...

Sometimes, with the (religious) freedom to discriminate laws popping up around the country we forget that freedom to rape children is also a religious right, according to the FDLS. So, next time you read about a state or a city claiming to pass a "religious freedom" law, as yourself if you're okay with raping children and see how truly you believe in the state distancing itself from religious expression. http://www.cnn.com/2016/02/25/us/jessop-flds-warren-jeffs-short-creek/index.html

Awww man, that sucks.

Awww man, that sucks. Originally shared by Chicago Tribune He successfully trolled Ted Cruz, but someone stole his Internet fame As Zach Etkind hoped for, the video went massively viral, earning more than 4 million views and a tweet from the viral kingmaker Buzzfeed. The only problem is that no one was sharing Etkind's version. Someone had Vined a clip of his video, and everyone - including Buzzfeed - was sharing that. http://www.chicagotribune.com/bluesky/technology/ct-donnie-does-ted-cruz-20160226-story.html

Google really is not good at lining up straight lines, are they? I swear I lined up the circle and the dots properly.

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Google really is not good at lining up straight lines, are they? I swear I lined up the circle and the dots properly.

So, that happened.

So, that happened. http://www.rawstory.com/2016/02/idaho-republican-thinks-trauma-prevents-pregnancy-in-rape-that-may-be-true-with-incest-a-little-bit/

Think the justice system is fair to all? Chances are it's not.

Think the justice system is fair to all? Chances are it's not. Paul Wolfe http://fusion.net/story/272058/43-tweetsttorm-race-criminal-justice/

In case you haven't been paying attention to the Mormon sect that decided to defraud the US Government out of...

In case you haven't been paying attention to the Mormon sect that decided to defraud the US Government out of roughly $12,000,000, here's an article explaining what's going on. Is it me, or does it seem like everyone who gets caught defrauding or stealing from the government suddenly think there's too much "government overreach" when they're caught? https://www.washingtonpost.com/national/things-to-know-about-polygamous-sect-food-stamp-fraud-case/2016/02/26/8e50ee4a-dcab-11e5-8210-f0bd8de915f6_story.html

With luck this will go nowhere, but apparently this isn't the first time a bill like this has been submitted.

With luck this will go nowhere, but apparently this isn't the first time a bill like this has been submitted. http://bipartisanreport.com/2016/02/24/wtf-republicans-in-this-state-vow-to-not-issue-birth-certificates-to-single-mothers/

Raphael Ted Cruz is running for president.

Raphael Ted Cruz is running for president. You'd think he'd want the good press of helping poor people (they get to vote, too) get fresh clean water. Originally shared by Stuart Duff How the fuq is he even a Senator? http://motorcitymuckraker.com/2016/02/25/sen-ted-cruz-blocks-aid-package-aimed-at-helping-fix-flints-water-crisis/

Damn. I've had my moments but nothing quite like this.

Damn. I've had my moments but nothing quite like this. https://instagram.com/p/BCOOduVOpEY/

How anyone who claims to be a devout christian can support the Right is beyond me.

How anyone who claims to be a devout christian can support the Right is beyond me. But I guess she said it, she lived in an echo chamber where everyone, especially her religious instructors, reinforced conservative ideals as Jesus' ideals. http://www.dailykos.com/story/2016/2/24/1490513/-How-getting-a-PhD-in-Religious-Studies-caused-one-staunch-Republican-to-leave-and-become-a-Democrat

I'm going to have something witty to say later. Right now I'm just too tired. #DonaldTrump #kkk #racewars

I'm going to have something witty to say later. Right now I'm just too tired. #DonaldTrump #kkk #racewars http://www.mediaite.com/online/white-supremacy-super-pac-backs-trump-to-prevent-white-race-dying-out/

Apparently, LAPD can be so terrified of people they thought there was a need to shoot a couple "sleeping one off" in...

Apparently, LAPD can be so terrified of people they thought there was a need to shoot a couple "sleeping one off" in a car. http://www.nbclosangeles.com/news/local/couple-killed-inglewood-police-shooting-asleep-mayor-butts-369902981.html

I was having this conversation recently.

I was having this conversation recently. Someone said solar is a con job because they remain carbon positive for a decade or more. Turns out, that person wasn't well informed. Originally shared by David Brin One of the Koch-Saudi talking points that are suckled on Fox is that solar photovoltaic systems are not that green, because of the carbon footprint used in melting the silicon and manufacturing the rooftop systems.  Here is some refutation.  It seems your rooftop solar installation earns back its carbon footprint from manufacturing in one year.  Just one year. Be proud to have drunk that koolaid.  There's lots more where it came from. https://www.quora.com/Whats-the-carbon-footprint-of-solar-panels-Do-they-need-more-energy-to-produce-than-what-they-would-produce-in-their-entire-life https://www.quora.com/Whats-the-carbon-footprint-of-solar-panels-Do-they-need-more-energy-to-produce-than-what-they-would-produce-in-their-entire-life

Sometimes you have to double check if something in the bathroom wants to eat you or if it is just a tiny statue.

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Sometimes you have to double check if something in the bathroom wants to eat you or if it is just a tiny statue.

Want to provide a good home for a veteran?

Want to provide a good home for a veteran? Originally shared by Chris Kim A Kennedy and Quincy have served in the Army's Old Guard for nearly a decade, pulling veterans' coffins to burials at Arlington National Cemetery. http://mentalfloss.com/article/75937/two-retired-army-horses-are-looking-new-home

As Hillary and Bernie's campaigns remain neck and neck in regards to the numbers if delegates they're winning, we're...

As Hillary and Bernie's campaigns remain neck and neck in regards to the numbers if delegates they're winning, we're going to start hearing more and more about superdelegates. What are those? Well, here's an explanation. In short: they're delegates of party insiders who allow the party to remain in control of nominees so the people don't do something silly like #feelthebern. If this bothers you, write your local party officials and tell them you support who you support and they should respect democracy enough to follow the will if the voter. More: https://youtu.be/9qJuVW1yLoc https://youtu.be/_kZ9jxALmH0

I :heart: the Costco. Shop there almost exclusively for a lot of things.

I :heart: the Costco. Shop there almost exclusively for a lot of things. http://freakoutnation.com/2016/02/company-paying-high-wages-and-benefits-just-crushed-wal-mart-in-profitability/

But, I just got here!

But, I just got here! http://www.motherjones.com/environment/2016/02/florida-water-pollution-lake-okeechobee

Oops.

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Oops. Originally shared by Gorgor Gor Mornin

Dysfunctional judiciary? You think?

Dysfunctional judiciary? You think? http://mobile.nytimes.com/2016/02/24/world/middleeast/egypt-toddler-life-sentence.html For some reason the link isn't coming through properly. In short: the Egyptian military court sentenced a 1 year old to life in prison for conspiring against the government. No wait, it was a sixteen year old. Sorry, it was someone with a similar sounding name.

Parking this here to watch later.

Parking this here to watch later. #StarWars http://www.ew.com/article/2016/02/23/star-wars-force-awakens-soundtrack-john-williams-rey

Makes you wonder which "small government" politicians will stand up and say unifying a rape victim's bill of rights...

Makes you wonder which "small government" politicians will stand up and say unifying a rape victim's bill of rights is "government overreach." By the sounds of it, possibly a legislator from Kansas or Utah. http://www.theguardian.com/society/2016/feb/23/sexual-assault-survivors-rape-kits-us-senate-bill-white-house

Waiting for my luggage.

Waiting for my luggage. Ha! This is hilarious! https://military.id.me/news/isis-militant-was-teaching-beheading-class-when-booom/

Florida, I am in you.

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Florida, I am in you.

The stupid is strong with this one.

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The stupid is strong with this one. Seriously though, how far will people bend reality to make everything negative Obama's fault? Originally shared by Lee Grupsmith-Pedersen I can't frakking believe it...

#signalboost

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#signalboost Originally shared by Dauphinislanddavid O sa li he li ga Share! This is a Public plea from my Daughter - we're trying to locate my Granddaughter : Hello my name is Maureen Gullett and my 14 year old daughter Rosemary Gullet disappeared 6 months ago. She is missing and endangered and is presumed to have fallen into the hands of child trafficking criminals. Since she disappeared I have found images of her online. He hair had been bleached blonde last then dyed red. As of last seen she had red hair kept in a bun however her looks are being regularly altered to hide her identity. She is using an unknown alias however her real name is Rosemary Blue Gullett and her date of birth is 1-1-01. There is a state wide hunt for her in Oregon however is is now presumed she has been taken out of the state. I have begun a nationwide search. I desperately need volunteers from every city in the US to post MISSING GIRL notices about Rosemary online. From local Craigslist news posts to

That was an awesome story to read.

That was an awesome story to read. http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/nationworld/ct-106-year-old-meets-obamas-20160222-story.html

This is your libertarian paradise.

This is your libertarian paradise. #AynRand #libertarian http://www.pbs.org/newshour/making-sense/column-this-is-what-happens-when-you-take-ayn-rand-seriously/#.VsVTQc2eztc.facebook

You should read this Op-Ed on the current state of our criminal justice system.

You should read this Op-Ed on the current state of our criminal justice system. Originally shared by FLORIDA TODAY Gonzales: "I support tough justice, but to be justice at all, only the guilty must be punished." http://www.floridatoday.com/story/opinion/2016/02/21/alberto-gonzales-justice-system-wrongs-many/80401744/

I've said some variation of this for years.

I've said some variation of this for years. The GOP is reaping what it sowed over the past few decades. It now has an entire generation that believes everyone to the left of far right is determined to destroy the the USA. I don't envy the GOP. I also don't envy an environment that allowed a bigoted racist xenophobe to be the most magnetic persona for the party they cultivated. http://www.nytimes.com/2016/02/11/opinion/the-gop-created-donald-trump.html

Do you think companies and agencies will be activating the device management software now?

Do you think companies and agencies will be activating the device management software now? http://www.cbsnews.com/news/common-software-would-have-unlocked-san-bernardino-shooters-iphone/

I scored 50/50.

I scored 50/50. Take this "test" at your own risk. Originally shared by miri dunn This test actually has some interesting questions'  I got 64% right brained - memory, emotion, creativity, imagination, instinct  http://www.arealme.com/left-right-brain/en/

#SignalBoost

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#SignalBoost Getting this out to the NorCal people. Originally shared by The Blueminator Oakland, CA: SHY PUPS in Need. This is a courtesy post for Good Samaritans Katie & Noah, who helped these seven month old sister dogs get to safety. They're in a tight spot because they're unable to keep the pups any longer, but recognize that shelter life would be less than ideal due to their shyness. They enjoy other dogs, but new people scare them. If you have shy dog experience and are interested in helping, please let us put you in touch. Ideally, the pups should be separated to different homes so they can find their confidence w/o the crutch of the other. Thank you. contact@badrap.org

#PSA

#PSA If you were thinking about Linux Mint, I'd wait a few days and check again. If you recently downloaded Mint, I'd probably wipe the system and start over. Originally shared by **** http://thehackernews.com/2016/02/linux-mint-hack.html?m=1

I'm just glad I don't live in Wisconsin.

I'm just glad I don't live in Wisconsin. http://m.jsonline.com/news/crime/state-high-court-broadens-police-search-and-seizure-power-b99668123z1-368381721.html

Just a little snapshot I picked up last November. I gave it a vintage feel, I think.

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Just a little snapshot I picked up last November. I gave it a vintage feel, I think. Anywho, that's Long's Peak in the background.

Wow! #Jeb! Is bowing out.

Wow! #Jeb! Is bowing out. Originally shared by Jeremy Nixon Well, we don't have Jeb to kick around any more. http://www.nytimes.com/2016/02/21/us/politics/jeb-bush.html

Nope, no one around here is abstemious.

Nope, no one around here is abstemious. http://dictionary.reference.com/wordoftheday/2016/02/20

Oooh!

Oooh! This is interesting. You know, if you're a #StarWars junkie and not just someone who was dragged along to see the recent movie. http://www.melty.com/star-wars-peter-mayhew-tweets-pages-from-george-lucas-original-script-a3639.html

Breaking, in the Supreme Court vacancy left open by the death of Scalia!

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Breaking, in the Supreme Court vacancy left open by the death of Scalia! Originally shared by Irreverent Monk BREAKING NEWS News Alert:  President Obama to invoke obscure rule in Constitution where sitting presidents get to nominate Supreme Court Justices.  This rule is not found in the second amendment anywhere.

Let me set the scene.

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Let me set the scene. I had stuff to drop off at the library before they were late and I accrued fees. Ha! Like they weren't already late and I was merely trying to mitigate the fees. Regardless, I swung by the library with a handful of items for return and a couple of items to pick up. As I approached the front door to the library and man of a very expensive looking road bike pulled up, hopped off the bike and started walking towards the door, pushing the bicycle along beside him. In my younger years I was somewhat of a bicycle guy, so I asked him if he raced. He ignored me and that's when I noticed the ear buds in his ears. I indicated he should pull them out and he did. Once more I said, “That looks like an expensive bike. Do you race?” He replied, “Yes,” in a manner that indicated he didn't want to talk about it. Okay. Maybe racing was a sore subject for him. I made it to the double doors first and noticed he wasn't parking his bike anywhere outside. Was he taking i

Built in ghost hunting tools. I want one.

Built in ghost hunting tools. I want one. Originally shared by Christy Stevens WHAAAAAAAAAAT??? Not only does it have built-in Lepton sensor for FLIR imaging, but it has good specs and looks rugged as hell! It's a Bigfoot-hunting phone! http://gizmodo.com/caterpillars-new-s60-is-the-first-smartphone-with-flir-1759685817

This is your Republican dream.

This is your Republican dream. http://usuncut.com/class-war/nestle-pumping-from-great-lakes-while-flint-pays-for-poison/

Everyone will be talking about this for at least a few more days. What do you think? Is Apple right, or the FBI?

Everyone will be talking about this for at least a few more days. What do you think? Is Apple right, or the FBI? http://blog.trailofbits.com/2016/02/17/apple-can-comply-with-the-fbi-court-order/

Some of those were friggin hilarious.

Some of those were friggin hilarious. https://youtu.be/4Y8bUT8UXUA

Good.

Good. http://m.seattlepi.com/news/science/article/Cliven-Bundy-4-others-face-federal-indictment-6838280.php

On my way to yet another job fair.

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On my way to yet another job fair.

Has anyone ever heard of this indication?

Has anyone ever heard of this indication? After nearly 100,000 miles on my bikes, today is the first I've heard of this "universal sign" of a biker that needs help. http://www.msgroup.org/forums/mtt/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=3181

You almost never see a paperclip section in an orchestra.

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You almost never see a paperclip section in an orchestra.

First of all, "Muslim" isn't a race, it's a religion, so the racism claim is invalid.

First of all, "Muslim" isn't a race, it's a religion, so the racism claim is invalid. Secondly, the man was convicted of raping teenage girls and "passing them around." As a British citizen who lived in England for 50 years, he should have known that such behavior was against the law and quite objectional. Did he really think claiming racism was a valid defense? http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/uknews/crime/12160533/Rochdale-child-sex-grooming-ringleader-uses-European-human-rights-law-to-avoid-being-kicked-out-of-UK.html

Kurt Russell as either Luke or Han would have made a completely different movie.

Kurt Russell as either Luke or Han would have made a completely different movie. By the video below I'm sure Harrison Ford made a better Solo. It would be interesting to see his reading for Luke, too. #starwars http://moviepilot.com/posts/3783433

Should there be some form of ethics oversight for the Supreme Court?

Should there be some form of ethics oversight for the Supreme Court? Whether that oversight falls to Congress of the Executive is irrelevant at this point: the question is should there be ethical oversight? https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/post-nation/wp/2016/02/17/justice-scalias-death-and-questions-about-who-pays-for-supreme-court-justices-to-visit-remote-resorts/

Update on Clive Bundy. The judge denied him bail, considering him a danger to the community and a flight risk.

Update on Clive Bundy. The judge denied him bail, considering him a danger to the community and a flight risk. http://www.opb.org/news/series/burns-oregon-standoff-bundy-militia-news-updates/cliven-bundy-bail-at-hearing/

So, on the next debate, can someone ask Rubio a couple of geography questions? Cool. Thanks

So, on the next debate, can someone ask Rubio a couple of geography questions? Cool. Thanks, http://www.ctvnews.ca/world/marco-rubio-campaign-taking-flak-for-featuring-vancouver-skyline-in-new-ad-1.2779467

Ha ha ha! That was funny.

Ha ha ha! That was funny. Ryan Reynolds (Deadpool) interviews Hugh Jackman (Wolverine). via Adrian Parsons Originally shared by James Welbes Haha. Good stuff https://youtu.be/OqLVvj6Ks20

Damn.

Damn. Originally shared by Breaking Miami News http://m.tbnn.it/KWy6Z1

The definition of serendipity can be summed as a happy accident.

The definition of serendipity can be summed as a happy accident . via Jason Mayes​ Originally shared by Keira Dazi The neatest part of these rocks is that they tell a story through the generations of paint! For car lovers (and/or rock/crystal lovers), these are pretty pieces of human history. Reminds me a bit of Glass Beach, where trash is naturally molded into beauty. #cars   #history   #artifacts   http://nerdist.com/the-gorgeous-rocks-only-found-in-car-factories

Are some gay men more misogynistic than some straight men?

Are some gay men more misogynistic than some straight men? Are most gay men more misogynistic than straight men? Do gay men get off more lightly than straight men when expressing their misogyny? http://www.telegraph.co.uk/men/thinking-man/the-gay-community-needs-to-deal-with-its-misogyny-problem

#WomenAlsoKnowStuff

#WomenAlsoKnowStuff Who knew? Seriously, though, the field of Political Science is a little testosterone heavy, there's no doubt about that. Women political scientists have just as much to say about politics and current events as their make counterparts. https://womenalsoknowstuff.wordpress.com/

Some people will believe anything.

Some people will believe anything. Others ... well, we need a bit more evidence. Real evidence, based in fact and logic, not conspiracy theory "facts" that only they're privy to because the rest of us are "sheep." http://digest.bps.org.uk/2016/02/why-do-so-many-people-believe-in.html

It's that sort of attention to detail that shows just how capable of a president Jeb Bush would be.

It's that sort of attention to detail that shows just how capable of a president Jeb Bush would be. Originally shared by Sam Sullivan JebBush.com expired and Donald Trump picked it up. Not sure how you let your domain expire in a campaign year, but this is just hilarious. http://jebbush.com

I'm not entirely sure why this tickles me so much.

I'm not entirely sure why this tickles me so much. Maybe its the caffeine or the lack of sleep. I can only assume the feeling I get when I look at this is the same as the feeling some people get when they're looking at sheet music. Originally shared by Filippo Salustri Here's someone with way too much time on their hands. https://medium.com/@neuroecology/punctuation-in-novels-8f316d542ec4

Did the GOP create this climate of demagoguery?

Did the GOP create this climate of demagoguery? http://thebea.st/20AtalC

This is an amazing article that everyone (in the United States should be forced to read, especially if you believe...

This is an amazing article that everyone (in the United States should be forced to read, especially if you believe the criminal justice system is infallible. Over the years I've read bits and pieces of things that made it into this article, such as eyewitness testimony reliability, forensics, prosecutorial and police misconduct as well as many others. In fact, about the only new information I found in this article was the section on juries. This is why I can't support the death penalty and why I always give the benefit of the doubt to the defendant. With all the layers involved with prosecuting someone, with multiple points of failure in each layer, how can we trust the system is 100% or even 90% accurate when lives of not only the accused but their families as well, are on the line? https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/volokh-conspiracy/wp/2015/07/14/12-reasons-to-worry-about-our-criminal-justice-system-from-a-prominent-conservative-federal-judge/

The man needs to be in prison. I'm glad he was arrested.

The man needs to be in prison. I'm glad he was arrested. http://www.palmbeachpost.com/news/news/crime-law/police-delray-man-charged-with-holding-dog-fights-/nqQQc/

Take a trip down Scalia Lane and see why I won't miss him.

Take a trip down Scalia Lane and see why I won't miss him. Not that I disagree with everything he says, but even a stopped clock ... Originally shared by Willi Bleimeister http://www.azquotes.com/quote/656391

Got an email from myself. I'm fairly certain I didn't send this to myself or from that email address. #gmail

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Got an email from myself. I'm fairly certain I didn't send this to myself or from that email address. #gmail

I agree with a great majority of these, but not all.

I agree with a great majority of these, but not all. http://thoughtcatalog.com/heidi-priebe/2016/02/564958/

Democracy is nothing without voting. You know, unless you're a state legislator. John Oliver explains why.

Democracy is nothing without voting. You know, unless you're a state legislator. John Oliver explains why. https://youtu.be/rHFOwlMCdto

All the posts going around about Reagan nominating Kennedy as a SCotUS justice in an election year as well as...

All the posts going around about Reagan nominating Kennedy as a SCotUS justice in an election year as well as various Republicans saying a President (or rather, this president) shouldn't be allowed to nominate a replacement to Scalia during his final years in office. But we have to remember, this behavior isn't limited to the GOP. http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/schumer-in-2007-dont-confirm-any-bush-supreme-court-nominee/article/2583283

So, that happened ...

So, that happened ... via Cara Evangelista​ Originally shared by G.K. Nelson I don't have the words. http://worldnewsdailyreport.com/utah-man-is-struck-by-lightning-while-masturbating-to-bible/

And the lesson is: anyone can write song lyrics.

And the lesson is: anyone can write song lyrics. https://youtu.be/Qf-kyLsAAvo

Heard about this on the radio the other day and meant to share it. #endoftheworld

Heard about this on the radio the other day and meant to share it. #endoftheworld Originally shared by Casey McKinnon Welp! It's been nice knowing you! http://youtu.be/PRICbIZBlC4

Biggest Facts of Life fan ever.

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Biggest Facts of Life fan ever.

Only in #Floriduh can one think shooting puppies in your backyard as opposed to delivering them to a shelter or...

Only in #Floriduh can one think shooting puppies in your backyard as opposed to delivering them to a shelter or rescue group in the right way to go. Remember, in Florida, guns trump common sense. http://boingboing.net/2016/02/12/puppy-shoots-florida-man.html

I read an article about this before the Superbowl, but this one is so much more in depth.

I read an article about this before the Superbowl, but this one is so much more in depth. Peyton Manning is, apparently, a dick. #PeytonManning http://m.nydailynews.com/news/national/king-peyton-manning-squeaky-clean-image-built-lies-article-1.2530395?cid=bitly

Mitch McConnell has an opinion on whether or not Presidents have the power to appoint supreme court justices.

Mitch McConnell has an opinion on whether or not Presidents have the power to appoint supreme court justices. And apparently his opinion can change along with the winds of who sits in the White House. http://www.dailykos.com/story/2016/2/13/1484831/-Sen-Mitch-McConnell-in-2005-The-President-and-the-President-alone-nominates-judges

Yep.

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Yep. #ValentinesDay Originally shared by Christopher B

Volunteering for #feelthebern on this Saturday evening in Colorado.

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Volunteering for #feelthebern on this Saturday evening in Colorado.

Obama is going to take the fight that Mitch McConnell threw down on.

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Obama is going to take the fight that Mitch McConnell threw down on. Originally shared by WSVN-TV UPDATE: President Barack Obama says he will "fulfill my Constitutional responsibility" to nominate a successor to Supreme Court Antonin Scalia.

Holy shit! The world just changed!

Holy shit! The world just changed! Justice Scalia was a horrible justice, not recusing himself when he should have, hating progress of any kind and writing judicial acrobatics to make his conservative points. I, for one, won't miss him. http://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/supreme-court-justice-antonin-scalia-79-has-died-officials-say-n518156 http://legalinsurrection.com/2016/02/justice-scalia-dies/ http://www.cbsnews.com/news/supreme-court-justice-antonin-scalia-found-dead-in-texas/

I've said it before and I'll say it again: the conservatives have spent decades telling people the revolution was...

I've said it before and I'll say it again: the conservatives have spent decades telling people the revolution was coming, that the government was their enemy and all it will take is a spark to set the flame. And then we had the idiots at the Bundy ranch. Then in Malheur. When will they realize they've been misled for years? When will those doing the misleading realize this is the world they've wrought? http://www.salon.com/2016/02/12/the_bundy_brigades_delusional_last_stand_what_the_failed_wing_nut_revolt_really_tells_us

Damn.

Damn. http://www.mlive.com/news/us-world/index.ssf/2016/02/ex-students_say_iowa_boarding.html

Remember folks, anyone can run for office. You don't need to be of sound mind, have a high IQ or even be yourself.

Remember folks, anyone can run for office. You don't need to be of sound mind, have a high IQ or even be yourself. http://m.huffpost.com/us/entry/frank-lucas_n_5537217.html

There are so many "it's going to be hard to repeat this" things going on in this image.

There are so many "it's going to be hard to repeat this" things going on in this image. http://www.iflscience.com/environment/rainbow-lightning-one-million

Okay, that's a little funny.

Okay, that's a little funny. Two doctors visits and an oath on the Bible to get your erectile dysfunction drugs. Ha ha ha! http://abcn.ws/1RxrRne

I think we all, at one point or another, saw the leaked footage.

I think we all, at one point or another, saw the leaked footage. Until I read this article I had no idea Ryan Reynolds had been wanting to make this movie. I didn't know he was a fan of the character, much less comics. http://www.polygon.com/2016/2/11/10970922/it-took-an-illegal-act-to-get-deadpool-made

Cooties!

Cooties! Just popped this one into the DVD player (I'll explain what this is to you kids on a later post). Yes, I'm watching DVDs while you guys are all out there watching #Deadpool. https://youtu.be/G_he1HiLy0A

Did anyone watch this?

Did anyone watch this? Just caught episode one and I was pleasantly surprised at the production value, the pace of the story and the acting. #Beowulf https://youtu.be/JRqKVzV9Oyw

In other words, if you like your privacy don't buy a Samsung TV. Damn!

In other words, if you like your privacy don't buy a Samsung TV. Damn! Originally shared by miri dunn 1984 http://theweek.com/speedreads/538379/samsung-warns-customers-not-discuss-personal-information-front-smart-tvs

The state of Maine wants to take severely mentally ill persons, bypass a the courts and judicial system, and send...

The state of Maine wants to take severely mentally ill persons, bypass a the courts and judicial system, and send them directly to prison. Do not pass Go , do not collect $200. Apparently, prison guards are better equipped to handle unruly persons with mental disabilities rather than a psychiatric institution that has people trained in the handling of mental illnesses. Because we all know who are full of hugs and understanding, right? Yep, prison guards. They tolerate all sorts of prisoner issues with a soft understanding hand. More: http://news.mpbn.net/post/advocates-bill-punishes-mentally-ill-found-not-guilty-crimes#stream/0 http://www.treatmentadvocacycenter.org/about-us/our-blog/99-me/3011-new-bill-sends-mentally-ill-to-jail-even-if-they-havent-committed-a-crime

But, but, but... I love Picasa!

But, but, but... I love Picasa! http://techcrunch.com/2016/02/12/google-is-finally-killing-picasa/

East meets West for the first time in a long time.

East meets West for the first time in a long time. http://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/pope-francis-meet-patriarch-kirill-what-you-need-know-n516401

Looks like a good time not to be on the east coast. We're hovering around 60°f in Denver through the weekend.

Looks like a good time not to be on the east coast. We're hovering around 60°f in Denver through the weekend. http://www.nbcnews.com/news/weather/polar-vortex-bring-coldest-air-more-decade-northeast-n517286

Maybe the "booby-traps" are designed to utilize that 50-gallon barrel of lube and all those dildos?

Maybe the "booby-traps" are designed to utilize that 50-gallon barrel of lube and all those dildos? http://thebea.st/1RwbJ5m

What's the connection between Ted "The Turd" Cruz and Star Trek? Porn, of course.

What's the connection between Ted "The Turd" Cruz and Star Trek? Porn, of course. via Irreverent Monk​ Originally shared by Chris Fink bahahaha http://www.mediaite.com/online/tedcruz-campaign-pulls-ad-after-learning-actress-was-a-porn-star/

What's changed in 45 years?

What's changed in 45 years? http://www.plugincars.com/ford%E2%80%99s-electric-car-battery-breakthrough-45-years-ago-109417.html

Have you seen #Deadpool yet? Betty White has.

Have you seen #Deadpool yet? Betty White has. http://www.cinemablend.com/m/new/Watch-Betty-White-Deadpool-Review-Which-NSFW-Rave-111797.html

I may have to play with this for #fidofriday.

I may have to play with this for #fidofriday. http://www.cnet.com/au/news/drop-everything-microsoft-wants-to-tell-you-what-dog-your-face-is/

I can understand broadcasters being upset at the auto-hop feature as most of their income comes through advertising,...

I can understand broadcasters being upset at the auto-hop feature as most of their income comes through advertising, but being upset over Prime Time Anytime? Hell, if it weren't for Prime Time Anytime I wouldn't watch half the shows I do, even a couple on Fox. http://www.bizjournals.com/denver/blog/boosters_bits/2016/02/dish-network-settles-fox-lawsuit-limits-hopper-tv.html

This guy is a class act. He's the epitome of a Fox News loving misogynistic racist (see his history of posts).

This guy is a class act. He's the epitome of a Fox News loving misogynistic racist (see his history of posts). Originally shared by Steven Crowder An open letter to Bey... "Sometimes bluntness is best served hot. If you decide to take offense at the "whore" thing, just let me know straight away. I'll totally apologize for it. And by apologize, I mean I'll pepper this post with GIFs which prove how often you use sexuality to make money. Actually, scratch that. I'm adding the GIFs regardless of how you react to being called a whore. I just have to assume with how often you twerk, shake, jiggle and gyrate, you must be totally fine with the moniker on the whole. Oh, a disclaimer should be issued right here. I'll slip it in like a dollar bill between that black band you wore on your right thigh during halftime. –Yes, that's me calling you a stripper. Get used it, more coming. – Disclaimer: the difference between you acting like a whore and Miley Cyrus

A friendly reminder for some of you.

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A friendly reminder for some of you. :P It's been winter in the northern hemisphere for months now and you might have forgotten. Note: not my hand.
Had a dream I couldn't tie a tie. How weird is that?

Or .

Or ... people show preference to others who share their own beliefs. Granted, I didn't read the study, just this article, so I don't know how they accounted for favoritism. http://news.discovery.com/history/religion/fear-of-vengeful-gods-may-have-helped-societies-expand-160211.htm

Dawn of Justice has a new trailer out and it looks good.

Dawn of Justice has a new trailer out and it looks good. Aside from all the "darkness," that is. I get why the Batman reboots were darker, but Superman is supposed to be a symbol of hope and light. Originally shared by Rich G. The new #batmanvsuperman  trailer makes me very very happy.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cle_rKBpZ28   So, now it's #Deadpool  's turn to drop a trailer right? Right? C'mon! I got needs! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cle_rKBpZ28

Specifically for Docinze H. Martin, whom I can't tag for some reason.

Specifically for Docinze H. Martin, whom I can't tag for some reason. I've read a few articles on how the MBPT aren't a valid personality profile. This one just happens to have a video. Personally, I fit INTP to the T most days, but somedays, as my testing shows, I am an ENTP. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/myers-briggs-personality-test-is-moot_us_56bb69abe4b0c3c5504f9b36

Wow.

Wow. Brings new meaning to the term "People of Walmart." And it's a testament to the observational power of Walmart employees as well as their security (assuming they had security). http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/womans-body-lay-undiscovered-3-months-in-walmart-parking_us_56bc9a1de4b08ffac12405f1?cps=gravity_5054_4718811280913552401

What would a Trump presidency look like?

What would a Trump presidency look like? Well, that depends on whether he even tried to follow through with his outlandish claims. http://qz.com/607532/this-is-what-a-donald-trump-presidency-would-actually-look-like/

Ferguson, MO being sued by the Justice Dept.

Ferguson, MO being sued by the Justice Dept. This is a good move. They thought it was "too expensive" to make the changes they agreed to. How expensive do they think a federal lawsuit is going to be? Originally shared by NPR Politics The U.S. Department of Justice is suing the city of Ferguson, Mo., for unjust policing that violates the civil and constitutional rights of citizens, Attorney General Loretta Lynch announced Wednesday. The lawsuit came one day after the Ferguson City Council voted to change a proposed consent decree to reform the police and courts. The council said the package, which had been negotiated between the DOJ and city officials, cost too much. In a news conference, Lynch said the DOJ was sensitive to the city's cost concerns throughout the months-long negotiation. She also said, "There is no price for constitutional policing." Lynch was adamant that the council's move to amend the agreement constituted a rejection. "A few weeks ag

So, when did Google+ start loading URLs inside Google+ instead of opening the default browser?

So, when did Google+ start loading URLs inside Google+ instead of opening the default browser? I should note: this is happening on mobile ala LinkedIn, Twitter, Pinterest and all the others. Update: https://plus.google.com/+LukeWroblewski/posts/fccyrE9Dxct

Johnny Depp playing Donald Trump? Yes, please.

Johnny Depp playing Donald Trump? Yes, please. Movie: http://www.funnyordie.com/trump_movie/ http://www.nytimes.com/2016/02/11/movies/trump-movie-funny-or-die-johnny-depp.html

Because, Spider-Man.

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Because, Spider-Man. Originally shared by ****

Isn't this interesting?

Isn't this interesting? Those of us who pay attention to such things already knew Lucas had gone through many drafts of what finally became #StarWars, but that Skywalker was, at one point, was supposed tone a girl? That definitely would have changed a lot of things. http://moviepilot.com/posts/3775737

This is an interesting little read.

This is an interesting little read. Just look at the disparities between Democratic presidents and Republican ones. Specifically, Reagan and GWB vs. Clinton and Obama. Wow. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_federal_political_scandals_in_the_United_States

Good on the Marines for doing this.

Good on the Marines for doing this. http://deadstate.org/arkansas-teen-rejected-by-the-marine-corps-because-of-his-confederate-flag-tattoo/

If you're in south Florida and know someone looking for a dog show them this.

If you're in south Florida and know someone looking for a dog show them this. Originally shared by Harold Chester Miami area people, please help if you can. http://www.examiner.com/article/2-months-later-and-heartbroken-shelter-dog-still-wears-his-christmas-sweater

The council also asked that the agreement not apply to outside agencies if the city outsourced any police work.

The council also asked that the agreement not apply to outside agencies if the city outsourced any police work. In other words, we want to hire private security and don't want to have to saddle them with these conditions. http://mobile.reuters.com/article/idUSKCN0VI1H5

Has anyone heard of something like this? A 'secure' virtual browser?

Has anyone heard of something like this? A 'secure' virtual browser? http://www.ntrepidcorp.com/passages/?utm_source=GoogleAdwords&utm_medium=display&utm_content=m.smh.com.au&utm_campaign=nonretargeting&gclid=CN35hYaW7MoCFQ-raQodhXgC-w

Cop kills another unarmed kid within seconds of making contact.

Cop kills another unarmed kid within seconds of making contact. http://kxan.com/2016/02/09/naked-17-year-old-boy-shot-by-apd-officer-identified/

Let's just call this one "Intelligent Design," shall we?

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Let's just call this one "Intelligent Design," shall we? Originally shared by Kimberly Hurlbut Funny!

I'm not sure how nude "nude" is, so be prepared to cover your eyes this weekend.

I'm not sure how nude "nude" is, so be prepared to cover your eyes this weekend. No one wants to see Ryan Reynolds in the buff on IMAX 3d. ::shudder:: Originally shared by Harold Chester "I’m the youngest of four boys, so it’s not the first time I’ve fought another man naked in a burning building" -Ryan Reynolds on going full-frontal for Deadpool Movie http://www.buzzfeed.com/jarettwieselman/ryan-reynolds-says-the-nude-fight-scene-in-deadpool-is-basic

This hurts. A lot. I advise you all not to get this injury. I haven't been able to stand for almost 24 hours.

This hurts. A lot. I advise you all not to get this injury. I haven't been able to stand for almost 24 hours. http://www.webmd.com/fitness-exercise/turf-toe-symptoms-causes-and-treatments

I'd have to do a search to see if I shared this story when it first broke because it seems like the kind of story I...

I'd have to do a search to see if I shared this story when it first broke because it seems like the kind of story I would have shared. If I shared it already: Update! If I didn't: ha ha ha! Friggin #Floriduh. https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/post-nation/wp/2016/02/09/assault-with-a-deadly-weapon-florida-man-charged-with-throwing-live-alligator-into-wendys/

"...and I'll for the head!"

"...and I'll for the head!" Voltron is returning, this time on Netflix. http://www.comingsoon.net/tv/news/654945-logo-and-title-revealed-for-netflix-voltron-series

#StarWars, #GoT ... they're the same thing, really.

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#StarWars, #GoT ... they're the same thing, really. Originally shared by Laura Manach #GoT  vs #StarWars

Just realized I posted this to a Community and not publicly the other day. I'm rectifying that mistake now.

Just realized I posted this to a Community and not publicly the other day. I'm rectifying that mistake now. Sea lion is hungry so he finds his way into a seafood restaurant. I mean, where else would he go? Taco Bell? http://www.cbsnews.com/news/hungry-sea-lion-pup-seats-itself-at-fancy-san-diego-restaurant-booth/

You know who you are ...

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You know who you are ... All the cool kids ride Suzuki. #cow-a-socky

Must be lonely being the jaguar chief of the United States.

Must be lonely being the jaguar chief of the United States. https://www.inverse.com/article/11170-only-wild-jaguar-in-usa-el-jefe-makes-first-video-appearance

An ethical CEO? Did I wake up in the Twilight Zone?

An ethical CEO? Did I wake up in the Twilight Zone? http://m.appeal-democrat.com/business/national/after-big-loss-credit-suisse-ceo-asks-board-cut-my/article_651cf660-fcce-59e1-86fb-7223a9b32c81.html?mode=jqm

Damn. What are the odds you're outside one day, minding your own business and. WHAM! a meteorite kills you?

Damn. What are the odds you're outside one day, minding your own business and. WHAM! a meteorite kills you? http://time.com/4211780/meteorite-india-college/

I'm not up to date on my Canadian citizenship fluency, but this is interesting.

I'm not up to date on my Canadian citizenship fluency, but this is interesting. Even more so this is the DC Conservative Examiner. Seems at least one conservative thinks Cruz's citizenship is questionable. Originally shared by Reverend Eric Ha So apparently Canada didn't allow dual citizenship until 1977, and Cruz was born in 1970. In order for him to be a natural born U.S. citizen his mother would have had to file a "CRBA (Consular Report of Birth Abroad) to "obtain" exclusive US citizenship at the time for her son Ted and renounced his automatic "naturally acquired" Canadian citizenship."  which doesn't appear to have happened.   Can anyone confirm this? This just makes the whole ordeal that much juicier.  http://www.examiner.com/article/proof-that-ted-cruz-did-not-become-a-us-citizen-at-birth

So, apparently the city of San Jose has been tracking people.

So, apparently the city of San Jose has been tracking people. Originally shared by Downtown Denver Buzz http://m.tbnn.it/KRcL0w

Getting some caucus captain trainer training.

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Getting some caucus captain trainer training.

Any humanitarians in northeast Florida or southeast Georgia?

Any humanitarians in northeast Florida or southeast Georgia? Originally shared by Valkyrie Okay, WTF good is it to have 8.7k followers if I can't unearth a *single* follower in Jacksonville, FL, or somebody who's willing to boost the signal for a freaking humanitarian reason. I've got a friend who has had recent health issues, who is out on the streets with no place to stay. He needs a place to couch surf for a few days so we can get him off the fucking street. Can *anybody* help with this?? If you can, please PM me and I will put you directly in touch with him. If not, can you *please* boost the signal?? Thank you!

If you missed the debate last night here's a great rundown of the taking points and exchanges.

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If you missed the debate last night here's a great rundown of the taking points and exchanges. Originally shared by Jeremy Nixon Debate notes. Did the Republicans let Debbie Wasserman-Schultz schedule tonight’s debate for them? Saturday night? What the hell is this crap? Tonight is the first debate since Donald Trump skipped the Fox debate to avoid tough questions from Megyn Kelly, then lost the Iowa caucus despite leading in the polls. Ordinarily, losing Iowa would be no big deal—you can ask President Santorum and President Huckabee how much Iowa matters—but Mr. Trump’s entire campaign, his entire persona, is centered around being a winner. Also, Mr. Trump is not what you’d call a good loser. How will he handle his newfound vulnerability? This may be the last time you see Jeb Bush, Chris Christie, or John Kasich on the debate stage, at least in this cycle. Mr. Bush’s campaign has been a flaming disaster, and he probably can’t justify continuing it unless we get a big surprise on

When you've gone too far. :D

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When you've gone too far. :D Originally shared by Linda Dee Ooops!