Mel ╰⊹✿

So after days of Republicans blaming and vilifying Democrats and trans people for Kirk’s murder despite having no clue who the person was, we find out it’s a white guy from a Republican family in Utah who loved guns.

Current U.S. government spending appears unsustainable long-term. In 2025, the deficit is $1.9 trillion (6.2% of GDP), with debt at 98% of GDP, projected to hit 118% by 2035 (CBO). Interest costs, now $579 billion, outpace major programs and are set to rise. Social Security and Medicare face trust fund depletion in 8-11 years (GAO). The dollar's reserve status offers some flexibility, allowing lower borrowing costs, but this is debated as it doesn't address structural deficits. Historical debt management post-WWII suggests short-term feasibility, but long-term projections indicate policy changes are needed to avoid fiscal instability.

I just wanted to pop in and say if you are still here on X, you are part of the problem created by Trump and Musk. Fucking shame on you.

Cynthia Erivo reveals that Elphaba’s micro braids in ‘Wicked’ were her idea to honor Black women: “There was a texture that was slightly different to what you would normally see on stage, and it was a direct connection between me as a Black woman and Elphaba as a green lady.”