mrc9.bsky.social

mrc9.bsky.social

@mrc9.bsky.social

US politics, urbanism and music

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I'm into housing policy for many reasons, but a big one is so that we can depopulate Republican governed states while also shutting off the money spigot.

Kevin M. Kruse@kevinmkruse.bsky.social

I'm not sure the red states, which tend to depend on federal tax money that comes from the blue states, have thought through what this precedent would me when the roles are reversed.

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$100 to any reporter who asks him, "so you're saying Capitol Police should've shot dead everyone who breached the Capitol on January 6?"

Aaron Rupar@atrupar.com

Homan on people getting killed by ICE: "It comes down to one simple fact -- these people failed to comply with law enforcement ... all they had to do is comply. If they did, they'd be alive today."

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Sacramento's latest zoning code updates are extraordinary: -3-4 story multifamily allowed everywhere in the city -Unlimited units w/ no bulk control -Neighborhood commercial in all zones -Dramatic simplification from 13 residential zones to just four www.sacbee.com/opinion/arti...

sacbee.comSacramento’s zoning overhaul would transform neighborhoods for the better | Opinion“We regulated the charm out of our neighborhoods through land-use policies,” says Sacramento City Council member Caity Maple.

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NEW: The Colorado Democratic Party has formally condemned and censured Governor Jared Polis for granting clemency to Tina Peters. Polis is hereby banned from speaking or being honored at party events. 90% of CDP central committee members voted to reprimand Polis.

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The end of Viktor Orbán’s autocratic regime is a victory not just for Hungary, but for people who value democracy around the world. Congratulations to Tisza, to incoming leader Péter Magyar, and to Hungarians everywhere.

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Wisconsin Supreme Court justices have a profound responsibility: protecting the rights of the people and delivering on the promise of equal justice under the law. Judge Chris Taylor is the only candidate running for Wisconsin’s Supreme Court with a proven record of delivering on that promise.

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Lexington schools have lost 550 students and face a $4.7 million gap. Staff cuts are coming. Those 1,600 apartments some are fighting will bring at least $7mil in revenue & maybe 250 students. That new housing is not a burden. It's a desperately needed bailout. www.bostonglobe.com/2026/03/27/m...

bostonglobe.comLexington Public Schools to cut scores of teachers and other staffers - The Boston GlobeLike many districts, Lexington is grappling with a budget crisis that is prompting drastic measures: cutting about 65 teachers, classroom aides, and other staffers and issuing non-renewal letters to a...

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wow! Rand Paul begins Markwayne Mullin's hearing by confronting him about comments he made describing Paul as a "freakin' snake" & "celebrating" Paul getting assaulted "I wonder if someone who applauds political violence is right to lead an agency that has struggled to accept proper use of force"

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The is the federal government telling news stations to provide favorable coverage of the war or their licenses will be pulled. A truly extraordinary moment. We aren't on the verge of a totalitarian takeover. WE ARE IN THE MIDDLE OF IT. Act like it.

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Alysa Liu shares the political issues she cares about most: “Climate, election things, Black Lives Matter, Stop Asian Hate, ICE protests... More empathy needs to happen, for sure.” Interview: www.rollingstone.com/culture/cult...

Rolling Stone@rollingstone.com

The Rolling Stone Interview: Alysa Liu The Olympic gold medalist on dropping out of figure skating, thinking for herself, and her triumphant return to the ice. Read: www.rollingstone.com/culture/cult...

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Barack Obama@barackobama.bsky.social

Today, Michelle and I are proud to announce that we will be hosting the dedication ceremony for the Obama Presidential Center on June 18th in Chicago, and welcoming the public on June 19th. We can’t wait for you to visit. Go to obama.org to learn more.