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Terms of Service

Last updated: January 16, 2026

Welcome. By reading, subscribing to, or interacting with this publication, you agree to the following terms. These terms exist to protect both you as a reader and me as the creator of this work.

1. Purpose of This Publication

This Substack is a space for writing, research, and creative work at the intersection of the arts, civic life, and public imagination. It is offered for general information, reflection, and discussion. It is not legal, financial, or professional advice.

2. Use of Content

All essays, stories, images, and other materials published here are the intellectual property of Randall White unless otherwise noted.

You may:

  • Read and share links to posts

  • Quote brief excerpts with proper attribution

You may not:

  • Reproduce full posts without permission

  • Sell, republish, or distribute content in any commercial form

  • Use the work in ways that misrepresent its meaning or authorship

If you want to use content beyond fair use, please request permission.

3. Reader Conduct

This publication welcomes thoughtful engagement. By participating, you agree not to:

  • Harass, threaten, or abuse others

  • Post discriminatory, defamatory, or harmful content

  • Share private information about others

  • Use this space to promote violence, misinformation, or spam

I reserve the right to moderate comments or remove users who violate these expectations.

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6. External Links

Posts may include links to outside sources. I am not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of external sites.

7. Changes to These Terms

I may update these Terms of Service from time to time. Continued use of the publication after changes are posted will mean you accept the revised terms.

8. Contact

For questions about these terms or requests regarding use of content, you can reach me at: randalllwhite@proton.me