Links for you. Science:

‘More mortality, more illness’: Global health community braces for impact of U.S. election
London commuter rediscovers tiny, invasive bug not seen for 18 years
The Future of Public Health—or Lack Thereof—Under Trump
COVID-19 infection is associated with an elevated risk for autoimmune blistering diseases while COVID-19 vaccination decreases the risk: A large-scale population-based cohort study of 112 million individuals
Bird flu infections more widespread among US dairy workers than thought
Behold the Oldest Written Text in the World: The Kish Tablet, Circa 3500 BC

Other:

Finally, the correct take on why Kamala lost. It wasn’t just one thing, but it seems Dems are already committed to getting it wrong again. (very good)
DC mayor says city poised for second Trump administration. Mayor Muriel Bowser says she and other leaders have planned and discussed in case “the District has to defend itself”
It May Not Be Safe to Remain Friends With MAGA. Trump voters have told you they will hurt you. It’s reasonable to believe them.
What the numbers actually say about the 2024 election: In what is likely to be the narrowest margin of victory since 2000, Trump probably benefitted from who stayed home.
The Aftermath of Competitive Hyperbole
The Christian “Prophets” Who Said God Would Put Trump Back in Office Are Beyond Excited
Companies prepare to hike prices to offset Trump’s tariff plans
Emboldened Men Celebrate Donald Trump’s Win By Hurling Attacks On Women Online
Russia Attempts to Collect Its Winnings
J Street: National Jewish Voters Survey, October 30 – November 5, 2024
Trumpism without Trump
It’s time to lose our heads. Giving up isn’t an option. But playing by the same old rules isn’t one either.
Trump and his mandate for retribution: The president-elect has promised vengeance against perceived enemies
7 steps for transgender people preparing for federal crackdowns under Trump
Biden wants Americans to “bring down the temperature” — but MAGA will not let that happen. In conversations with Republican voters, we learned why they shun “unity”
We Do This After Every Election (Almost)
The reckoning with inflation. Many are tying the Democrat losses in the election to high inflation in recent years. There’s some truth to that, but it’s complicated and it’s crucial to take the right lessons.
So What Are You Going To Do About It
What Happens Next? The administrative state under a second Trump term
It’s The Messaging Environment, Stupid
Was America Ever All That Great?
The Elevators in the Marion S. Barry Jr. Building Keep Breaking
Can Democrats Keep Young Men From Turning Fascist?
Authoritarians Want You To Quit. Don’t withdraw entirely, but it’s OK to partially disengage. The future will be tough, and you’re in better position to fight if you stay sane. Here’s how I’m adjusting.
Why Was There a Broad Drop-Off in Democratic Turnout in 2024?
Illinois, Colorado governors announce state-level coalition to resist Trump policies