Notices by Teri Kanefield (teri_kanefield@mastodon.social)

Philosophical question: If I can't stop tinkering with the words in a blog post, does that mean I will never be finished?

Okay, that's it. Time to stop and publish.

I started out writing about the trial and execution of Socrates.

That brought me to the nature of subversiveness and the role of subversive elements in a democracy.

🎶 Come gather 'round people wherever you roam . . . "🎶

https://terikanefield.com/part-4-socrates-and-the-subversive-element/

Good morning Mastodon peeps.

I can't tell if I am finished with my latest blog post, or just ready to abandon it.

https://terikanefield.com/democracy-oligarchy-and-tyranny/

It's called Democracy, Oligarchy , and Tyranny.

As coincidence would have it, as I was reading Book VIII of The Republic and considering a blog post about the interplay of democracy and oligarchy when Biden gave a speech warning Americans of a rising oligarchy.

Do your thing, Mastodon. (I know you'll kindly tell me if I made a mistake!)

Hi, Mastodon peeps,

I have my next blog post ready.

In November I set out on a philosophical journey for perspective on today's politics.

When I started this series, I switched to monthly instead of weekly because these posts take so long to write.

I'm ready early, so I think my new schedule will be "whenever it's finished."

I always post here first because I can count my mastodon friends to point out my mistakes :) I don't like having mistakes in my blog posts.

https://terikanefield.com/destination-2-antigone-the-law-or-my-conscience/

Hi, Mastodon Peeps,

I have my blog post ready.

Last month, I talked about a philosophical journey for perspective on today’s politics.

Plato is always a good place to start.
I’ll also talk about TV lawyers and the spirit of liberty because . . . it follows.

An election happened since my last blog post, so I’ll have a bit about that as well. I also included a section on what to expect moving forward.

https://terikanefield.com/chapter-1/

Question: is this the reason MSNBC rankings are reportedly cratering?

I assume there is another reason because the cratering started just after the election. I figured was one reason was simply that news talk shows were painful to watch after the election. People needed to hide for a while.

https://apnews.com/article/morning-joe-trump-meeting-ring-cf4816dd28372a4c942d256df2e440ae

So anyway, I had this idea that everyone, particularly young people, should learn what is taught in law school.

I also had the idea that the way it is taught to young people is boring.

It wasn't until law school that I realized how interesting this stuff is.

The result ⤵️

Hi, everyone.

I am back from my blogging sabbatical with a new blog post.

I'm proud of this one.

Why I am setting out on a journey and inviting you along.

Click here (not the picture) https://terikanefield.com/why-i-am-setting-out-on-a-journey-and-inviting-you-along/

(If you get the error message, wait a minute and try again. I have been told by people who understand Tech Magic that the picture is supposed to foil the error message.)

Why build an ordinary sukkah when you can build a gorgeous one?

My favorite holidays are all in the fall.

Halloween because I like the subversiveness of kids demanding candy and being whatever they wish.

Sukkot because I love the idea of a temporary shelter to remind us of life's fragility and to gather family and friends.

Day of the Dead because South Americans get it right.

I miss you all! I plan to start blogging against next month.

More greetings from southern Chile (Pucon)

To quote my brother-in-law, "We have everything here! Big earthquakes. Big fires. Big volcanoes."

Signs remind people to run if the volcano erupts. I asked if people really need to be told that. Brother in law: "Yes. Chileans will stop to take pictures."

The beach has black lava sand.

Greetings from the south part of Chile.

One reason for my social media / blogging sabbatical is a visit to Chile for a sibling reunion (husband's sibs) and the Chilean independence festivals.

I met a woman wearing traditional dress and I asked if I could get a picture with her. All of her friends wanted to jump into the picture.

I asked permission to share and they were delighted.

More pictures coming.

(Can you spot the gringa?)

Yes that's a volcano in the background.

The "again" in "MAGA" creates a reactionary / regressive manifesto.

"We are not going back" is the perfect counter-slogan. While Harris laid out a progressive agenda, "We're not going back" invites traditional conservatives (who are not reactionary) to feel comfortable.

One of my favorite lines so far: "We need a president who shatters the boundaries of what is possible, not a president who shatters the boundaries of what is legal."

I got my sign and added my own message (with a sharpie) !

My political statment for the day: Toilet paper is free in schools and elsewhere, so tampons and sanitary napkins should be free.

Adding: I know, I'm a dangerously radical liberal.

I ordered my Harris for President yard sign. I really wanted one that said Girl Boss.

Popping in to say hello. I'm working my way through what I think are the last set of corrections for my next book. When I'm finished I'll have more time for voter protection work.

I do have a new friend named Lizzie. I see her all over our yard. My family believes we have more than one lizard, but I've never seen two at the same time. I think there is only one, and she follows me everywhere. She keeps her distance and watches me.

Has Vance made any slurs about lizard ladies?

Biden posted this link and asked people to show support for Kamala.

I showed my support.
https://secure.actblue.com/donate/social-bfp-july-2024-v2

Well.

@StephanieJones is on a roll. Instead of reposting each of her substack pieces, I'll just send you here:
https://stephaniejones2.substack.com

I've mentioned Stephanie a few times. I've tried to get her to be more active here, but she really doesn't do much on social media.

Adding: She is very accomplished. There is no room here for her resume. Among other things she served on the Congressional committee investigating the J6 attack.

From @StephanieJones

The "Biden Replacement Theory": A Joke That's Not Funny

https://open.substack.com/pub/stephaniejones2/p/the-biden-replacement-theory-a-joke?r=4hf2m&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web

Hi, everyone,

I have some sad news about JJ and a bit about the Supreme Court.

Earlier in the week, before sadness struck, I wrote a few pages about the Supreme Court in answer to a question. I included that.

I didn't end up doing much proofreading, so if you see any errors (or unbearably clunky sentences) feel free to let me know.

Click here to read: https://terikanefield.com/some-sad-news-and-a-bit-about-the-supreme-court/

(If you get the error, wait a minute and try again.)