David Hayden
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David Hayden
@Catch2022
Former tech writer, construction worker, bookstore clerk, etc.


The Oxford Union confirms they will still host Hasan Piker remotely after pro-Israel groups successfully pushed for Hasan's ban from the UK. "It is a direct threat to free expression." "We have never turned a speaker away because of their political beliefs, nor have we sought a permission slip from the state. We will not start now. This event will not be cancelled."

NEW: Two shadowy Delaware nonprofits have pumped $750k into attack ads against Graham Platner. One faces a straw donor complaint, and both are part of a sprawling dark money network with ties to AIPAC, Kristi Noem, and a Hakeem Jeffries-aligned super PAC. readsludge.com/2026/06/01/the…

Hegseth Strikes Female and Black Navy Officers From Promotion List. The result: a slate of 22 new one-star admiral nominees that bears little resemblance to the force these officers will help lead. Of special note: The list has no women. w/ @katekelly nytimes.com/2026/06/01/us/…

Google plans a $3 billion hyperscale data center in Botetourt County, Virginia, creating 150 jobs and boosting regional tech and manufacturing sectors. virginiabusiness.com/google-data-ce…




.@GovSherrillNJ is holding still holding 46 peaceful protesters who were arrested outside the curfew area last night at Essex County Jail next to Delaney Hall. They are not being given the right to a phone call. This is all a first amendment violation of their freedom of speech.




















