Nick
@ecosozialismus.bsky.social
Voted #1 Portland pizza hype guy account. Environmental lawyer, union thug, & wife guy.
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I had to look this up (and this seems SUPER-complicated, beyond my expertise, and I've had a negroni) so yes, $934 per month per violation doesn't seem like much..
..BUT it seems to unlock the "Reconsideration of Land Use Approvals" in code section 33.700.040
See:
www.portland.gov/sites/defaul...
..BUT it seems to unlock the "Reconsideration of Land Use Approvals" in code section 33.700.040
See:
www.portland.gov/sites/defaul...
Portland isn't changing course on carrying out its land use violation against the ICE building.
Portland upholds land use violation against ICE facility’s landlord
Portland officials will continue to seek penalties against the owner of the U.S. Immigrations and Customs Enforcement building for violating a land use agreement.
www.opb.org
February 14, 2026 at 4:32 AM
I had to look this up (and this seems SUPER-complicated, beyond my expertise, and I've had a negroni) so yes, $934 per month per violation doesn't seem like much..
..BUT it seems to unlock the "Reconsideration of Land Use Approvals" in code section 33.700.040
See:
www.portland.gov/sites/defaul...
..BUT it seems to unlock the "Reconsideration of Land Use Approvals" in code section 33.700.040
See:
www.portland.gov/sites/defaul...
Cursed to have ‘local politics’ as my special interest
February 14, 2026 at 4:45 PM
Cursed to have ‘local politics’ as my special interest
It occurred to me recently that the people who most likely struck the deal for the state preemption on future PCEFs (gross receipts taxes) during the Student Success Act negotiations were Laurie Wimmer and Julia Brim Edwards.
IIRC, Wimmer was lobbying for OEA & JBE was lobbying for Nike.
IIRC, Wimmer was lobbying for OEA & JBE was lobbying for Nike.
February 14, 2026 at 4:43 PM
It occurred to me recently that the people who most likely struck the deal for the state preemption on future PCEFs (gross receipts taxes) during the Student Success Act negotiations were Laurie Wimmer and Julia Brim Edwards.
IIRC, Wimmer was lobbying for OEA & JBE was lobbying for Nike.
IIRC, Wimmer was lobbying for OEA & JBE was lobbying for Nike.
This is probably not shocking coming from a socialist but IMO the non-profits that steward PCEF would insulate it from constant attack & make it toxic to even come near if they supported dedicating a portion to a big universal social good like public power, social housing, or public transit.
"PCEF isn't your money. It's our money. We built the fund. We will never let it go." - Alan Hipolito, a very well-respected climate justice advocate delivered testimony that basically told councilors to get their frickin' hands off the PCEF $$ and do what the committee recommended.
February 14, 2026 at 4:16 PM
This is probably not shocking coming from a socialist but IMO the non-profits that steward PCEF would insulate it from constant attack & make it toxic to even come near if they supported dedicating a portion to a big universal social good like public power, social housing, or public transit.
Leaving some bangers in the drafts.
Blame the Devs.
Blame the Devs.
February 14, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Leaving some bangers in the drafts.
Blame the Devs.
Blame the Devs.
Olivia Clark’s re-election campaign appears to be “I am close friends with every rich conservative and corporate lobbyist” which is refreshingly honest and straightforward.
February 14, 2026 at 1:44 PM
Olivia Clark’s re-election campaign appears to be “I am close friends with every rich conservative and corporate lobbyist” which is refreshingly honest and straightforward.
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🔥 “To me, when we're talking about what justice looks like, it's ultimately getting to a place where every single fascist agent and the leaders that directed them to do what they did are held accountable to the highest degree of the law. And that means prosecution.”
"The day of accountability will come": Rep. Delia Ramirez on abolishing and prosecuting DHS
The Handbasket spoke with the congresswoman who called out ICE long before it was popular.
www.thehandbasket.co
February 14, 2026 at 2:19 AM
🔥 “To me, when we're talking about what justice looks like, it's ultimately getting to a place where every single fascist agent and the leaders that directed them to do what they did are held accountable to the highest degree of the law. And that means prosecution.”
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This was such a special interview to conduct: the first in two episodes with historian Peter Linebaugh on the long histories of commons and commoning, connections between enclosures in Europe and imperial conquest abroad, and writing history from below. www.thedigradio.com/podcast/the-...
The Commons w/ Peter Linebaugh
Featuring Peter Linebaugh on the long histories of commons and commoning, connections between enclosures in Europe and imperial conquest abroad, and writing history from below.
www.thedigradio.com
February 10, 2026 at 1:33 AM
This was such a special interview to conduct: the first in two episodes with historian Peter Linebaugh on the long histories of commons and commoning, connections between enclosures in Europe and imperial conquest abroad, and writing history from below. www.thedigradio.com/podcast/the-...
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Oral arguments are beginning for the challenge against the initiative petition to divert 25% of Portland Clean Energy Fund income to public safety/police hiring. Challengers argue the petition, which is supported by the Portland Police Association, violates the state constitution.
February 13, 2026 at 9:41 PM
Oral arguments are beginning for the challenge against the initiative petition to divert 25% of Portland Clean Energy Fund income to public safety/police hiring. Challengers argue the petition, which is supported by the Portland Police Association, violates the state constitution.
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AOC: "Extreme level of wealth inequality leads to social instability and drives authoritarianism, right-wing populism, and really dangerous domestic internal politics. That is a direct outcome of the failure of democracies over decades to deliver."
February 13, 2026 at 5:50 PM
AOC: "Extreme level of wealth inequality leads to social instability and drives authoritarianism, right-wing populism, and really dangerous domestic internal politics. That is a direct outcome of the failure of democracies over decades to deliver."
Politicians who are massively unpopular but desperately cling to power are really causing us some problems
February 13, 2026 at 8:28 PM
Politicians who are massively unpopular but desperately cling to power are really causing us some problems
A Democratic governor running for re-election with a majority of voters holding an unfavorable opinion and saying Oregon is on the wrong track holding only a 5 point lead over Republican challengers while Donald Trump is president is a BAD SIGN
Who will be Oregon’s next governor? First poll of 2026 names this candidate
This year's race for Oregon governor is expected to heat up after the current legislative session ends next month.
www.oregonlive.com
February 13, 2026 at 7:18 PM
A Democratic governor running for re-election with a majority of voters holding an unfavorable opinion and saying Oregon is on the wrong track holding only a 5 point lead over Republican challengers while Donald Trump is president is a BAD SIGN
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Tenants who live in the affordable housing complex Gray’s Landing, which sits across the street from the Portland ICE facility, are going before a federal judge Friday to talk about how federal agents’ use of tear gas has impacted them. This and more top headlines in the Good Morning, News roundup.
Good Morning, News! New Mercury in Print, Feds Keep Changing Tactics, Neighbors of Portland Ice Facility Tell It to the Judge Today, EPA Wants To Kill Us, Senate Dems... Did Something?
If you appreciate the Mercury's interesting and useful news & culture reporting, consider making a small monthly contribution to support our editorial team. Your donation is tax-deductible. You ca...
www.portlandmercury.com
February 13, 2026 at 5:29 PM
Tenants who live in the affordable housing complex Gray’s Landing, which sits across the street from the Portland ICE facility, are going before a federal judge Friday to talk about how federal agents’ use of tear gas has impacted them. This and more top headlines in the Good Morning, News roundup.
Rosa says my job today is dog heater
February 13, 2026 at 4:56 PM
Rosa says my job today is dog heater
I, for one, am glad that we have a socialist economist in office when these ghouls come back around to try and loot the public coffers
we’re going to see a full court press to just shovel piles of public money into into private hands under conditions of duress. we’re already there and today’s state of the economy report is a key marker for entering a new stage, i think.
February 13, 2026 at 4:50 PM
I, for one, am glad that we have a socialist economist in office when these ghouls come back around to try and loot the public coffers
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we’re going to see a full court press to just shovel piles of public money into into private hands under conditions of duress. we’re already there and today’s state of the economy report is a key marker for entering a new stage, i think.
February 13, 2026 at 5:59 AM
we’re going to see a full court press to just shovel piles of public money into into private hands under conditions of duress. we’re already there and today’s state of the economy report is a key marker for entering a new stage, i think.
Ryan Haas: unleashed
The Oregonian (probably through its parent company) seems really bent on using AI to produce more and more of its product in recent years. Looks like AI is now narrating some stories for them.
February 13, 2026 at 4:27 PM
Ryan Haas: unleashed
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The Oregonian (probably through its parent company) seems really bent on using AI to produce more and more of its product in recent years. Looks like AI is now narrating some stories for them.
February 13, 2026 at 4:09 PM
The Oregonian (probably through its parent company) seems really bent on using AI to produce more and more of its product in recent years. Looks like AI is now narrating some stories for them.
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When it comes to making our streets work better, political leadership is the key ingredient. This is great news.
Mamdani to Resurrect Bus and Bike Lanes Killed by Eric Adams
www.nytimes.com
February 13, 2026 at 3:58 AM
When it comes to making our streets work better, political leadership is the key ingredient. This is great news.
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anybody currently raging about Newsom needs to be stopped better get on board or I might think your outrage is a tad performative
February 12, 2026 at 9:58 PM
anybody currently raging about Newsom needs to be stopped better get on board or I might think your outrage is a tad performative
Sollman getting primaried for her data center bill is so well-deserved.
February 13, 2026 at 12:59 AM
Sollman getting primaried for her data center bill is so well-deserved.
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It’s just a term that divides up the working class along differences in experience rather than fundamental class positionality
I think it's time to rethink how we categorize "middle class."
February 13, 2026 at 12:21 AM
It’s just a term that divides up the working class along differences in experience rather than fundamental class positionality
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I will go to war for this. I will die for this
A new Oregon initiative petition just dropped. Petitioner Shakur Hussein (who is also suing TriMet for wrongful termination) wants to get something on the ballot in the Nov 2026 election that would require TriMet’s Board and CEO to be elected, rather than appointed by the governor.
February 12, 2026 at 11:52 PM
I will go to war for this. I will die for this
every day tbh
Check in on your environmental lawyer friends today, it's been a toughie (even for those who work on issues other than climate)
February 12, 2026 at 9:48 PM
every day tbh