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@hex@kolektiva.social
2026-05-19 07:09:57

Logistics in the technical sense (part of supply chain management) is a subset of logistics in the vernacular sense ("the handling of the details of an operation"). You can explore this second and more general sense, and thereby build an understanding of the first and more technical sense, by iteratively asking the question, "how does one make that happen" and follow questions from there.
A big part of organizing is figuring out the (vernacular) logistics (and helping others figure it out). You want to organize a seed swap? Ok. How does one make that happen? Well, you need seeds, people, a place, and perhaps a time. How does one make that happen? You can forage seeds or you can buy seeds for a garden and swap extras. How do you get people to come? Well, figure out where you want people to come from and choose an accessible place. What's the easiest thing to do? Get people from your neighborhood. How does one make that happen? Well, maybe put up flyers. How does one make that happen? Well, print them on your printer if you have one, or at a library, then go post them up. Etc.
Keep asking questions until you either find a roadblock that you can't find a way around, or you find things you can do yourself (one of those things you can do yourself is asking friends to help).
If you practice the exercise of thinking about how things happen, you can start to find things that you can do yourself. You can start to understand what exists now, and you can imagine what's possible. By thinking about logistics, you can figure out how to replace things when they collapse or are dismantled. You can also identify things that can't easily be replaced, and try to figure out alternatives.
This practice is good for figuring out how to build, but it can also be a valuable practice for figuring out how to resist. Concentration camps and ethnic cleansing also require logistics. Mass displacement means moving people. How does one do that? People are generally going to be moved in planes or buses. How does one do that? Well, people get loaded on to planes or buses in specific places. Planes and buses need fuel. Planes are fueled at their airports, which may well be the same places where people are loaded on to them. There is a fuel depo and a fuel truck that makes flying people out of a specific place possible. How does the fuel get to that fuel depo? Well, that fuel is probably also delivered by truck. Someone drives those trucks. Someone fuels those planes. Someone clears the planes for takeoff. Someone fuels those busses. Someone drives those busses. And so on.
Logistics networks can be highly complex. The more complex the operation, the more possible points of failure and more possible points where pressure can be applied, where operations can be disrupted. Ethnic cleansing is a complicated operation. The logistics of disrupting complicated things tend to be much less complicated than the logistics of the complicated things themselves.
The Right has exploited this fact for a long time. Centralized social services are logistically complex. Public infrastructure is logistically complex. By destroying these things, they can loot public resources by privatizing the infrastructure and functionality.
But the things that support the Right are even more logistically complex. Oil, cars, AI data centers, internal paramilitary, these are extremely complicated and fragile. There are numerous pressure points, all of which can respond to numerous strategies.
If we want to win, we should reduce the influence of politics over the things we care about. We should focus on building distributed mutual aid networks that don't rely on state funding and aren't subject to the whims of politicians. This is also known as "dual power." That is, creating counter-institutions outside of the dominant political system. The Right already does this in the form of churches and corporations.
As we reduce our complexity, we can then press our complexity advantage against the things for which the Right *needs* the state: the apparatus of violence needed to maintain capital and enforce the dominant order.

@leftsidestory@mstdn.social
2026-05-21 00:30:06

Urban Ridicules ❌
都市的愚弄 ❌
📷 Pentax 6x7
🎞️ Ilford HP5 Plus 400 (6x7)
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Ilford HP5 Plus 400 (6x7) ##English Black and white photograph of a church facade. The building features a central tower with a cross at the top. A statue of a robed figure stands in a niche above the main entrance. Flanking the entrance are two statues on pedestals. Above the entrance, Chinese characters are visible. Two clocks are embedded in the facade on either side of the entrance. A Chinese flag flying on a flagpole to the front of the building. ##中文 黑白照片，展示一座教堂的正立面。建筑中央有一座塔楼，顶部立有十字架。主入口…
Ilford HP5 Plus 400 (6x7) ##English Black and white photograph of an urban scene. A tall, cylindrical smokestack rises above a cluster of low-rise buildings with bare trees in the foreground. Overhead, a network of power lines crisscrosses the sky. In the background, a tall modern skyscraper is partially visible through the haze. ##中文 黑白照片，展示城市景观。一根高大的圆柱形烟囱耸立在一群低层建筑之上，前景是光秃秃的树木。上方是交错的电线网络。背景中，一座高大的现代摩天大楼在雾霭中若隐若现。
Ilford HP5 Plus 400 (6x7) ##English Black and white photograph of an object viewed from below. The object has a textured surface and consists of multiple steps leading upwards. The steps are framed by a window on both sides. The perspective emphasizes the height and angle of the object. ##中文 黑白照片，从下方拍摄的物体。物体表面有纹理，由多个台阶向上延伸。物体透过窗框构图。透视角度强调了楼梯的高度和倾斜度。
Ilford HP5 Plus 400 (6x7) ##English Black and white photograph of a traditional Chinese tiled roof. The roof features intricate, layered tiles with small figurines lined up along the ridges. The angle of the shot captures the curve and detail of the roof's edge, with a portion of the sky visible in the background. ##中文 黑白照片，展示传统中式瓦顶。屋顶由层叠的瓦片构成，屋脊上排列着小型人形装饰。拍摄角度展现了屋顶边缘的曲线和细节，背景中可见部分天空。
@cdarwin@c.im
2026-06-21 15:46:12

Trump’s fragile agreement with Iran has introduced a new variable into this year’s midterm elections.
Democratic candidates have assailed the agreement,
arguing that the president accepted unfavorable terms to try to end an unnecessary war that hurt the economy.
Republicans have been more divided.
Some, eager to turn the page on the unpopular war, are hailing falling gas prices and praising Trump for weakening Iran’s military capabilities,
while others are expr…

How Trump’s Fragile Agreement With Iran Is Shaping the Midterms
Democrats say the president started an economically painful war that resulted in nothing positive. Republicans are more divided, even as they show some signs of relief at falling gas prices.

@Techmeme@techhub.social
2026-04-21 15:40:53

Filings: crypto PACs amassed a ~$180M war chest for the 2026 midterms, including Fairshake's $166M, giving them the ability to outspend some GOP super PACs (Bloomberg)
bloomberg.com/news/articles/20

Crypto PACs Amass $180 Million War Chest for Midterm Races
Political groups tied to the cryptocurrency industry are sitting on a nearly $180 million war chest ahead of this year’s midterm elections, giving it the ability to outspend even some of the Republican Party’s most prominent super PACs.

@cosmos4u@scicomm.xyz
2026-06-19 20:37:53

The average investor who bought #SpaceX shares in the open market after its debut has seen nearly all of their gains disappear as a sharp pullback erased a large chunk of the stock’s post-IPO surge: cnbc.com/2026/06/18/the-averag - "The reversal underscores how quickly sentiment has shifted following the company’s blockbuster debut. After briefly pushing SpaceX’s market value close to $3 trillion, investors have begun reassessing whether the stock’s rapid advance can be justified by fundamentals."

@aardrian@toot.cafe
2026-07-20 14:39:23

One of the nice things about not having ads or any kind of revenue from my site is that I no longer get the diamond-pressure bum-hole puckering feeling I used to get when I had a hosting company and a site would go down. I don’t even have monitoring set up and it’s freeing.
But go kick an LLM in the dick for stealing so much of my shit that you can’t read it except in some inaccessible pay-for-wrongness shitty chat venue.

@leftsidestory@mstdn.social
2026-06-20 00:30:01

The Deity that Struggles ⛪️
挣扎的神衹 ⛪️
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Ilford Pan 400 (FF) English Black-and-white photograph of a flagpole with a dark flag featuring a star pattern, flying against a cloudy sky. The top of the church facade, including a cross, is visible on the right side of the image. The timestamp "15 34 52" is visible in the bottom right corner. 中文 黑白照片，旗杆上悬挂着一面带有星形图案的深色旗帜，背景是多云的天空。教堂正面的顶部，包括一个十字架，在图像右侧可见。右下角可见时间戳“15 34 52”。
Ilford Pan 400 (FF) English Black-and-white photograph of a grand, classical-style church facade. The building features tall columns, arched windows, and decorative niches with statues. A cross is mounted at the peak of the roof, taken from a lower angle. The sky is mostly clear with some clouds. A flag is partially visible on the right side of the image. The timestamp "15 33 14" is visible in the upper right corner. 中文 黑白照片，展示了一座宏伟的古典风格教堂正面。建筑物有高大的柱子、拱形窗户和装饰性壁龛，壁龛内有雕像。十字架位于屋顶的最高处，从较低角度拍摄，天空大部…
Ilford Pan 400 (FF) English Black-and-white photograph of the church facade, taken from a low angle. The building features a pediment with a cross at the top, columns, and statues in niches. A circular clock is visible below the pediment, with the inscription "DOM IN HON DEIPARAE IMMAC SS JOSEPH EFRAN ASS" beneath it. The timestamp "28" is visible in the top right corner. 中文 黑白照片，从低角度拍摄的教堂正面。建筑物顶部有一个山形墙，上面有一个十字架，还有柱子和壁龛中的雕像。山形墙下方可见一个圆形时钟，其下方有拉丁文铭文“DOM IN HON DEIPARAE IMMAC SS JOSEPH EFRAN ASS”…
Ilford Pan 400 (FF) English Black-and-white photograph of a grand, classical-style church facade. The building features tall columns, arched windows, and decorative niches with statues. A cross is mounted at the peak of the roof. Sunlight creates a strong lens flare effect in the upper center of the image. The timestamp "15 26 51" is visible in the bottom right corner. 中文 黑白照片，展示了一座宏伟的古典风格教堂正面。建筑物有高大的柱子、拱形窗户和装饰性壁龛，壁龛内有雕像。十字架位于屋顶的最高处。阳光在图像上方中央形成强烈的镜头光晕效果。右下角可见时间戳“15 26 51”。
@djbrine1@pony.social
2026-05-20 20:08:19

After a lot of work, some great inspiration feedback, and help, I can finally present to you
27 o'clock!
This album describes the feelings of the all-nighters I had to go through
The cover art was done by rockybird, huge thanks for the help!
If you download the album from Bandcamp, you will be able to see the bonus cover art included.

@leftsidestory@mstdn.social
2026-04-21 00:30:02

City Silhouettes III 🏙️
城市轮廓线 III 🏙️
📷 Pentax 6x7
🎞️ Lucky SHD 400 (6x7)
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Lucky LUCKY SHD 400 (6x7) English A close-up of a corrugated metal wall with a neon sign that reads "Film Never Die" in large, bold letters. The sign is illuminated and stands out against the textured, industrial surface of the wall. Below the main sign, there is a smaller sticker or label with the same text. The background is slightly blurred, but another sign with partial text "Grain is Good" is visible. 中文 一面瓦楞金属墙的特写，墙上有一个霓虹灯标志，用粗体大字写着“Film Never Die”。这个发光的标志在粗糙的工业金属墙面上非常显眼。主标志下方有一个较小的贴纸…
Lucky LUCKY SHD 400 (6x7) English A shadow of a tree branch is cast sharply against a brick wall. The shadow creates a striking, abstract pattern, with the branches extending diagonally across the wall. The wall itself is made of uniformly laid bricks, and some greenery is visible at the bottom right corner, suggesting the presence of plants or a garden nearby. 中文 一根树枝的影子清晰地投射在一面砖墙上。影子形成了一个鲜明的抽象图案，树枝斜向延伸穿过墙面。墙本身由整齐的砖块砌成，右下角可见一些绿色植物，暗示附近有植物或花园。
Lucky LUCKY SHD 400 (6x7) English A narrow, dimly lit alleyway in an urban setting. The alley is flanked by old, weathered buildings with visible wear and peeling paint. Overhead, a network of electrical wires and makeshift awnings can be seen. The ground is paved with bricks, some of which appear damp or stained. The alley extends into the distance, creating a sense of depth and leading the eye toward a brighter area at the end. 中文 一个狭窄、光线昏暗的城市小巷。巷子两侧是老旧、风化的建筑，墙面有明显的磨损和剥落的油漆。头顶上方有电线和临时搭建的遮…
Lucky LUCKY SHD 400 (6x7) English An outdoor scene featuring a historic building with a distinctive architectural style, including arched windows and a pitched roof. The building is constructed of brick and stone. In the foreground, bare trees frame the scene, and a few people can be seen walking near the building. The sky is clear, and the overall atmosphere is calm. 中文 一个户外场景，主体是一栋具有独特建筑风格的历史建筑，建筑上有拱形窗户和斜屋顶。建筑由砖石砌成。前景中光秃秃的树木框出了这个场景，几个人在建筑附近行走。天空晴朗，整体氛围宁静。
@leftsidestory@mstdn.social
2026-05-20 02:36:48

Urban Fallacies ❌
城市谬误 ❌
📷 Pentax 6x7
🎞️ Ilford HP5 Plus 400 (6x7)
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Ilford HP5 Plus 400 (6x7) English A black-and-white photograph of a church facade with classical architecture. The building features a central entrance with a triangular pediment, columns, and statues of religious figures. Above the entrance, there is a cross at the top. The church is flanked by tall, modern high-rise buildings. A flagpole with a flag is visible on the right side. 中文 一张黑白照片，展示了一座具有古典建筑风格的教堂正面。建筑物中间有一个三角形山墙的入口，两侧有柱子和宗教人物的雕像。入口上方顶部有一个十字架。教堂两侧是高大的现代高层建筑。右侧可以看到一根旗杆和一面旗帜。
Ilford HP5 Plus 400 (6x7) English A black-and-white photograph of a cylindrical building with a domed roof. The structure features classical architectural elements, including columns and statues of angels. The building is partially obscured by bare tree branches in the foreground. The sky is clear, and the image captures the contrast between the classical and modern elements in the background. 中文 一张黑白照片，展示了一座带有圆顶屋顶的圆柱形建筑。建筑物具有古典建筑元素，包括柱子和天使雕像。建筑物部分被前景中光秃秃的树枝遮挡。天空晴朗，图像捕捉了古典与现代元素之间的对比。
Ilford HP5 Plus 400 (6x7) English A black-and-white photograph of a bustling street. The scene includes several food stalls with tables, chairs, and cooking equipment. A man is seated at a table on the right, while other people are walking or standing in the background. Bare trees line the street, and buildings with balconies and signs in Chinese characters are visible. 中文 一张黑白照片，展示了一个热闹的街头。场景中有几个食品摊位，摆放着桌子、椅子和烹饪设备。右侧有一名男子坐在桌子旁，其他人在背景中行走或站立。光秃秃的树木排列在街道两侧，可以看到带有阳台和中文字标志的建筑。
Ilford HP5 Plus 400 (6x7) English A black-and-white photograph showing a chef in a white hat and apron, visible through a rectangular window. The chef appears to be working in a kitchen. Above the window, a hanging light fixture with a cylindrical shade is mounted on the wall. The window reflects some indoor elements, including a sign with Chinese characters. 中文 一张黑白照片，通过一个矩形窗户可以看到一位戴白色厨师帽和围裙的厨师。厨师看起来正在厨房工作。窗户上方的墙上悬挂着一个带圆柱形灯罩的灯具。窗户反射出一些室内元素，包括一个写有中文字的标志。