March 8
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A swan swims at the river mouth between the River Drim and Ohrid Lake in the city of Struga February 25, 2010.
via Yahoo News
March 4
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Blank Spots on the Map: The Dark Geography of the Pentagon’s Secret World
Some have expressed dissatisfaction that there are few new revelations in Paglen’s book. I understand why readers expecting an expose might be disappointed. But as a survey of America’s black economy, approached from an intriguing angle—the secret geography of the American defense infrastructure—it’s a great read. The road-trip-style narrative is engaging, and Paglen is a thorough reporter. Worth reading for anyone who wants to get a sense of how much money is being sunk into black projects, and how much can be learned about that spending by following what little paper trail remains.
March 4
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“Substitute ‘damn’ everytime you’re inclined to write ‘very.’ Your editor will delete it and the writing will be just as it should be.” — Mark Twain (via libraryland)
March 3
unsustainable asked: You don't need to respond on Tumblr if you don't feel like it, but, did I know you in Santa Cruz, 15 years ago? And if not, why not?
Very, very possibly! But 15 years ago, specifically? I may have been in San Jose at the time. I lived in SC as a kid from 1983-1989, and then, as an adult, 1997-2006. If you were in town during those times, we probably ran in similar circles, considering how small the town is. And if you ever bought coffee at Pergolesi from 1999-2006, I may have served you. When were you in SC?
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