The Rise of the Resistance
More and more, I am seeing a movement arise which is being called “the Resistance.” This appears to have started with the Women’s March, but I suspect its true origins lie with Bernie Sanders, and his effort to get people mobilized. It’s exciting to see. It seems a group of scientists is also planning a march on Washington. Does Computer Science count? If so, perhaps I’ll join!
Alternative Accounts
When the government shuts down the dissemination of factual information in an attempt to replace it with “Alternative Facts,” the people will find a way.
Over the past few days, starting with the National Park Service, a number of “Alternative” Twitter accounts have emerged, in light of Trump’s directive for them to stop tweeting information – factual information – about actual science.
https://twitter.com/jnifferg/status/824970791536164865
https://twitter.com/katgloor/status/824426529853730818
Another group to follow – March for Science (@ScienceMarchDC). They’re planning a March, too!
Voter Fraud
Trump is claiming that millions of people voted illegally, causing him to lose the popular vote. On the outset, this seems petty and counter-productive (he did win, after all). However, he and Pence have vowed to launch an investigation of “voter rolls,” will Democrats fear may result in a change in voter registration rules that will result in the disenfranchisement of minority voters who tend to vote Democrat.
No American should be prevented from voting. Period.
Back to the Wall
House Republicans have proposed a 20% tariff on all goods coming in to the U.S. from Mexico. This is to ensure that “Mexico” pays for the wall. They sure thinks we’re a special kind of stupid. That means that Americans will pay for the wall twice.
The Doomsday Clock
The Doomsday Clock moved closer to ‘midnight’ since Trump started talking about nuclear weapons
‘“The board’s decision to move the clock less than a full minute — something it has never done before — reflects a simple reality…”