Alex Formuzis
@alexformuzis.bsky.social
Husband, father, views are my own. Sometimes they're Jack's.
‘Out of control.’ Fresno industries, residents divided over PG&E’s latest rate hike proposal fresnoland.org/2025/11/07/p...
Hearing for another PG&E rate hike sparks debate in Fresno
A hearing on Friday in Fresno over the latest PG&E rate hike proposal drew support from business group and criticism from residential customers.
fresnoland.org
November 10, 2025 at 6:56 PM
‘Out of control.’ Fresno industries, residents divided over PG&E’s latest rate hike proposal fresnoland.org/2025/11/07/p...
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@exposeutilities.bsky.social & other advocates will be on hand for a "listening session" hosted by California electricity regulators to hear from Fresno-area residents about PG&E's massive rate hike proposal. #StoptheStamp. Details can be found here: tinyurl.com/55whs8ky
November 5, 2025 at 7:19 PM
@exposeutilities.bsky.social & other advocates will be on hand for a "listening session" hosted by California electricity regulators to hear from Fresno-area residents about PG&E's massive rate hike proposal. #StoptheStamp. Details can be found here: tinyurl.com/55whs8ky
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One analytical model shows that, as of November 5th, the dismantling of U.S.A.I.D. has already caused the deaths of 600,000 people, two-thirds of them children. https://newyorkermag.visitlink.me/jUzNSc
The Shutdown of U.S.A.I.D. Has Already Killed Hundreds of Thousands
The short documentary “Rovina’s Choice” tells the story of what goes when aid goes.
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November 6, 2025 at 9:00 PM
One analytical model shows that, as of November 5th, the dismantling of U.S.A.I.D. has already caused the deaths of 600,000 people, two-thirds of them children. https://newyorkermag.visitlink.me/jUzNSc
In my nearly 30 years in Washington, during both Republican and Democratic administrations and multiple budget showdowns with Congress, I never thought I’d see headlines like these.
Trump admin asks appeals court to pause judge’s requirement that it make full November SNAP payments | CNN Politics
The Trump administration is asking a federal appeals court to pause a judge’s order that requires the government to fully cover food stamp benefits for tens of millions of Americans in November.
www.cnn.com
November 7, 2025 at 6:33 PM
In my nearly 30 years in Washington, during both Republican and Democratic administrations and multiple budget showdowns with Congress, I never thought I’d see headlines like these.
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The Trump administration is suing so they don’t have to pay for food stamps. Happy almost thanksgiving!
November 7, 2025 at 3:17 PM
The Trump administration is suing so they don’t have to pay for food stamps. Happy almost thanksgiving!
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How much did Trump charge
*US DISMISSES BOEING CRIMINAL CHARGE OVER 737 MAX JET CRASHES
November 6, 2025 at 4:13 PM
How much did Trump charge
“When you take a wrecking ball to the federal government, you are going to wind up undermining important government functions that keep all of us safe, especially our food,” he said. “It’s only a matter of time before people die.” - EWG's Scott Faber.
Foreign Food Safety Inspections Hit Historic Low After Trump Cuts
The dramatic shift in oversight comes at a time when the U.S. has never been more reliant on foreign food, which accounts for the vast majority of the nation’s seafood and more than half its fresh fru...
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November 6, 2025 at 4:52 PM
“When you take a wrecking ball to the federal government, you are going to wind up undermining important government functions that keep all of us safe, especially our food,” he said. “It’s only a matter of time before people die.” - EWG's Scott Faber.
I love a good lede.
"Republicans were left reeling on Wednesday after voters swung decisively against them, setting off fears that President Trump and his low approval ratings would again drag down the party’s midterm candidates."
"Republicans were left reeling on Wednesday after voters swung decisively against them, setting off fears that President Trump and his low approval ratings would again drag down the party’s midterm candidates."
Republicans Point Fingers After Their Losses, but Not at Trump
www.nytimes.com
November 6, 2025 at 3:30 PM
I love a good lede.
"Republicans were left reeling on Wednesday after voters swung decisively against them, setting off fears that President Trump and his low approval ratings would again drag down the party’s midterm candidates."
"Republicans were left reeling on Wednesday after voters swung decisively against them, setting off fears that President Trump and his low approval ratings would again drag down the party’s midterm candidates."
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November 5, 2025 at 1:59 PM
Nice little Speakership you have there, Mike. Be a shame if something were to happen to it…
Mike Johnson: “I'll make a comment about the tragedy in California last night…It's just a blatant example of Gavin Newsom's immoral leadership and the fact that they will do anything to try to rig the system to win.”
November 5, 2025 at 11:47 PM
Nice little Speakership you have there, Mike. Be a shame if something were to happen to it…
@exposeutilities.bsky.social & other advocates will be on hand for a "listening session" hosted by California electricity regulators to hear from Fresno-area residents about PG&E's massive rate hike proposal. #StoptheStamp. Details can be found here: tinyurl.com/55whs8ky
November 5, 2025 at 7:19 PM
@exposeutilities.bsky.social & other advocates will be on hand for a "listening session" hosted by California electricity regulators to hear from Fresno-area residents about PG&E's massive rate hike proposal. #StoptheStamp. Details can be found here: tinyurl.com/55whs8ky
What a monster.
Trump says his administration will not pay SNAP benefits while the government shutdown continues, in violation of a court order.
His post comes hours after his Ag sec sent states guidance for a partial SNAP benefits payment plan.
W/ @gregsvirnovskiy.bsky.social for
@politico.com.
His post comes hours after his Ag sec sent states guidance for a partial SNAP benefits payment plan.
W/ @gregsvirnovskiy.bsky.social for
@politico.com.
Trump threatens to withhold SNAP funding until shutdown ends
The president’s Truth Social post Tuesday appears to contradict his own administration’s actions and violate a federal court order.
www.politico.com
November 4, 2025 at 6:17 PM
What a monster.
Ballrooms, billionaires and America’s hungry
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Ballrooms, billionaires and America’s hungry
Thanks for reading!
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October 31, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Ballrooms, billionaires and America’s hungry
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If it seems like your Halloween candy is a lot more expensive this year, it’s not just you — candy inflation is at 9.8%, with prices 44% above 2019 levels.
October 30, 2025 at 5:45 PM
If it seems like your Halloween candy is a lot more expensive this year, it’s not just you — candy inflation is at 9.8%, with prices 44% above 2019 levels.
@podsaveamerica.crooked.com, 'Soy Boy' Scott Bessent collected more than $60K in taxpayer-funded farm subsidies during Trump's 1st trade war w/ China. He stands to haul in more if another bailout is in the offing. farm.ewg.org/persondetail...
October 28, 2025 at 8:06 PM
@podsaveamerica.crooked.com, 'Soy Boy' Scott Bessent collected more than $60K in taxpayer-funded farm subsidies during Trump's 1st trade war w/ China. He stands to haul in more if another bailout is in the offing. farm.ewg.org/persondetail...
#BigFood vs. #MAHA: Will #RFKJr & his movement stand with families fighting for food safety — or side with industry giants like General Mills & PepsiCo trying to block state laws?
Big Food launches misleading ‘transparency’ front group to block state food safety laws
WASHINGTON — A new food and beverage industry front group launched this week and despite its name, it’s anything but transparent.
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October 22, 2025 at 8:13 PM
“Their stamps are almost certainly worn to nubs, the ink pads are bone dry, while Californians are left footing the bill. We figured they could use a fresh set.” @exposeutilities.bsky.social
Re-Volt will restock California utility regulators’ worn-out rubber stamps for PG&E rate hike
SACRAMENTO – Energy accountability campaign Re-Volt announced today it will supply the California Publ
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October 21, 2025 at 7:28 PM
“Their stamps are almost certainly worn to nubs, the ink pads are bone dry, while Californians are left footing the bill. We figured they could use a fresh set.” @exposeutilities.bsky.social
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Their "radical base" of Americans who want affordable health care?
Mike Johnson's latest messaging amid the govt shutdown: Dems are "terrified of their radical base" and "decrying this so-called forthcoming health care crisis."
The "so-called crisis" is when 24 million Americans will see the cost of their ACA health care premiums skyrocket on Nov. 1.
The "so-called crisis" is when 24 million Americans will see the cost of their ACA health care premiums skyrocket on Nov. 1.
October 21, 2025 at 2:36 PM
Their "radical base" of Americans who want affordable health care?
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Here’s the thing: when the government becomes the "utility’s best friend” as @davidpomerantz.bsky.social rightly points out, then the proverbial fox is watching the hen house.
October 17, 2025 at 7:58 PM
Here’s the thing: when the government becomes the "utility’s best friend” as @davidpomerantz.bsky.social rightly points out, then the proverbial fox is watching the hen house.
From the Dept. of Labor:
"The near total cessation of the inflow of illegal aliens combined w/ the lack of an available legal workforce, results in significant disruptions to production costs & threatening the stability of domestic food production & prices for U.S consumers."
tinyurl.com/5eye65c6
"The near total cessation of the inflow of illegal aliens combined w/ the lack of an available legal workforce, results in significant disruptions to production costs & threatening the stability of domestic food production & prices for U.S consumers."
tinyurl.com/5eye65c6
October 16, 2025 at 2:44 PM
From the Dept. of Labor:
"The near total cessation of the inflow of illegal aliens combined w/ the lack of an available legal workforce, results in significant disruptions to production costs & threatening the stability of domestic food production & prices for U.S consumers."
tinyurl.com/5eye65c6
"The near total cessation of the inflow of illegal aliens combined w/ the lack of an available legal workforce, results in significant disruptions to production costs & threatening the stability of domestic food production & prices for U.S consumers."
tinyurl.com/5eye65c6
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A recent investigation from @npr.org uncovered SCE transmission line failures in Altadena, potentially starting the deadly January 7th wildfire.
Meanwhile, residents throughout SCE’s territory are facing increased rates this month.
Meanwhile, residents throughout SCE’s territory are facing increased rates this month.
October 15, 2025 at 9:47 PM
A recent investigation from @npr.org uncovered SCE transmission line failures in Altadena, potentially starting the deadly January 7th wildfire.
Meanwhile, residents throughout SCE’s territory are facing increased rates this month.
Meanwhile, residents throughout SCE’s territory are facing increased rates this month.
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San Diego families already pay some of the highest electricity rates in the country — and it’s no accident.
@SDGE’s parent company, @Sempra, continues to post massive profits while customers are left choosing between bills and basic needs.
@SDGE’s parent company, @Sempra, continues to post massive profits while customers are left choosing between bills and basic needs.
September 27, 2025 at 12:27 AM
San Diego families already pay some of the highest electricity rates in the country — and it’s no accident.
@SDGE’s parent company, @Sempra, continues to post massive profits while customers are left choosing between bills and basic needs.
@SDGE’s parent company, @Sempra, continues to post massive profits while customers are left choosing between bills and basic needs.
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Who should foot the bill: ratepayers or shareholders?
California regulators rubber-stamped SCE’s plan to hike electricity rates to fund wildfire mitigation, even as aging power lines continue to endanger communities.
California regulators rubber-stamped SCE’s plan to hike electricity rates to fund wildfire mitigation, even as aging power lines continue to endanger communities.
October 9, 2025 at 12:59 AM
Who should foot the bill: ratepayers or shareholders?
California regulators rubber-stamped SCE’s plan to hike electricity rates to fund wildfire mitigation, even as aging power lines continue to endanger communities.
California regulators rubber-stamped SCE’s plan to hike electricity rates to fund wildfire mitigation, even as aging power lines continue to endanger communities.
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Instead of sticking customers with the bill, it’s time to invest in a more resilient, consumer-focused energy system that doesn’t depend on fragile, fire-prone wires.
October 9, 2025 at 12:59 AM
Instead of sticking customers with the bill, it’s time to invest in a more resilient, consumer-focused energy system that doesn’t depend on fragile, fire-prone wires.
Like many landmark environmental & public health laws, this pioneering plan to eliminate "the worst of the worst" ultraprocessed foods from school lunches begins in California. Thank you Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel, @governor.ca.gov.
California Will Ban Certain Ultraprocessed Foods in Schools
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October 9, 2025 at 12:33 PM
Like many landmark environmental & public health laws, this pioneering plan to eliminate "the worst of the worst" ultraprocessed foods from school lunches begins in California. Thank you Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel, @governor.ca.gov.