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It has been a bracing moment for American federalism,
with both unprecedented efforts to extend executive control over state and local govts, and
novel forms of subnational resistance.
Where is federalism going?
Paul Nolette and I have edited a new issue of Publius on that question.
Short thread:
Jim Gardner leads off the batting order with an article that raises important questions about whether,
and under what conditions,
federalism can prot…

@mariyadelano@hachyderm.io
2025-12-18 16:31:46

Don’t get me wrong - while using the fountain pen I am still trying to maintain good writing posture and I’m continuing to do my regular hand stretches.
But for a sense of the difference: before, I was happy with the fact that I managed to develop a good pain management routine to allow me to write like 2-3 pages at a time without convulsing in pain.
And now I can write 6 pages nonstop without even thinking or feeling anything. A short 5–10 minute rest and I can come back for more.
This is such a big deal to me. I was able to draw yesterday with a relaxed hand after spending hours writing notes. Before I’d only be able to do one or the other in a day!
And then I finished the evening by writing out a chapter of my novel by hand.
And today my hand is totally fine!!