Hannah “Charles Barkley” Pechan
@hpechan.bsky.social
Trying to focus my energy on what matters in life: hoops
This is outstanding work. It’s hard to move this kind of money out of a budget cycle. Big gratitude to @freddieoconnell.bsky.social for directing folks to shake the couch cushions. It’s a huge statement about whose needs are valued and who matters.
Great to see Metro step up with a $750k donation of unspent ARPA funds for eviction prevention to Metro Action Commission.
February 6, 2026 at 9:29 PM
This is outstanding work. It’s hard to move this kind of money out of a budget cycle. Big gratitude to @freddieoconnell.bsky.social for directing folks to shake the couch cushions. It’s a huge statement about whose needs are valued and who matters.
It’s crazy that success/impact largely comes down to whether someone does or does not have the dog in them and there is zero way to quantify that.
February 5, 2026 at 12:14 AM
It’s crazy that success/impact largely comes down to whether someone does or does not have the dog in them and there is zero way to quantify that.
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In my opinion these people are the real heroes of the resistance to ICE. There’s no credit, no one can talk about their work (because they directly contact vulnerable families). It’s expensive and dreary and neverending. ICE follows them around. But they refuse to abandon their neighbors
This is what one afternoon drop looks like for one (1) Minneapolis mutual aid distributor (read: random mom who wants to help families at her kids’ schools)
February 4, 2026 at 5:26 PM
In my opinion these people are the real heroes of the resistance to ICE. There’s no credit, no one can talk about their work (because they directly contact vulnerable families). It’s expensive and dreary and neverending. ICE follows them around. But they refuse to abandon their neighbors
Kudos to schools for doing a little survey action and then actually making a change. Pretty swift stuff. I know it wasn’t what some wanted but progress now is better than analysis paralysis
MNPS board unanimously approves new school start times for 2026-27
MNPS board unanimously approves new school start times for 2026-27
The adopted plan included moving high school start times 20 minutes later, while preserving current middle school dismissal times.
www.wsmv.com
February 4, 2026 at 2:20 AM
Kudos to schools for doing a little survey action and then actually making a change. Pretty swift stuff. I know it wasn’t what some wanted but progress now is better than analysis paralysis
Please beware of anyone who pitches a “if metro just did this” single solution to housing affordability. It’s a shallow way of thinking. It’s not true. People can find their lanes for advocacy but please don’t trust someone who says “this is the only thing that’s needed”.
February 4, 2026 at 1:36 AM
Please beware of anyone who pitches a “if metro just did this” single solution to housing affordability. It’s a shallow way of thinking. It’s not true. People can find their lanes for advocacy but please don’t trust someone who says “this is the only thing that’s needed”.
I’m stunned how much of excellence in life is just effort. People at all levels make excuses, blame others, just check out. And when you don’t do those things you’re exceptional. Talent really doesn’t have much to do with it. This is a tweet about Cooper Flagg.
February 4, 2026 at 1:20 AM
I’m stunned how much of excellence in life is just effort. People at all levels make excuses, blame others, just check out. And when you don’t do those things you’re exceptional. Talent really doesn’t have much to do with it. This is a tweet about Cooper Flagg.
If you see me anytime in the next 48 hours just know that my mind is running through NBA trade scenarios at all times.
February 4, 2026 at 1:10 AM
If you see me anytime in the next 48 hours just know that my mind is running through NBA trade scenarios at all times.
I can’t speak for all YIMBYs but for myself-using your time to keep people/housing out of your neighborhood is not in the same universe as keeping a data center out of your neighborhood. I know the difference and it’s that human life matters and ai is fake.
4. I’ve spent some time tracking and attending local populist responses to ai data centers. Despite some critiques from left that it’s all repackaged “nimby bullshit” (as I’ve been told), I have seen organic multiracial coalitions on this issue. Esp. in places with strong environmental racism orgs
February 3, 2026 at 2:16 PM
I can’t speak for all YIMBYs but for myself-using your time to keep people/housing out of your neighborhood is not in the same universe as keeping a data center out of your neighborhood. I know the difference and it’s that human life matters and ai is fake.
Ask the average person how the myriad of call lines and patient portals and digital lab results and virtual “care” is going. The only people who believe this “the cure for bad policy choices is bad tech” nonsense are people who are insulated from the impacts. These mfers all use concierge care.
Dr Oz on rural healthcare: "There's no question about it, whether you want it or not -- the best way to help some of these communities is gonna be AI-based avatars"
February 3, 2026 at 4:03 AM
Ask the average person how the myriad of call lines and patient portals and digital lab results and virtual “care” is going. The only people who believe this “the cure for bad policy choices is bad tech” nonsense are people who are insulated from the impacts. These mfers all use concierge care.
This is why I don’t buy it whole hog when nashville folks cowtow to the state. There are other options.
The Trump administration is no longer trying to get cash from Harvard as it seeks a settlement. At this point, the White House seems happy to get a signature on anything they can call a compact.
Trump Drops Demand for Cash From Harvard After Stiff Resistance
www.nytimes.com
February 3, 2026 at 4:00 AM
This is why I don’t buy it whole hog when nashville folks cowtow to the state. There are other options.
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What if I told you that you aren’t burnt out, you’re exploited and ChatGPT is just a beer back to the shot??!
Is ChatGPT Actually Reducing Burnout Or Adding To It?
Is ChatGPT Reducing Burnout or Creating New Stress at Work
New research shows ChatGPT can reduce burnout but also create dependency stress and new mental load risks for workers and leaders.
www.forbes.com
February 3, 2026 at 12:05 AM
What if I told you that you aren’t burnt out, you’re exploited and ChatGPT is just a beer back to the shot??!
Have you guys seen Star Wars? I’m watching for the first time and wow. These Trump guys look straight empire. Just going off appearance, there’s not a single rebel looking dude among the fascists. Imagine looking into the mirror every day, seeing the empire, and thinking you’re the rebellion.
February 2, 2026 at 3:39 AM
Have you guys seen Star Wars? I’m watching for the first time and wow. These Trump guys look straight empire. Just going off appearance, there’s not a single rebel looking dude among the fascists. Imagine looking into the mirror every day, seeing the empire, and thinking you’re the rebellion.
Anyone have a guess if parks centers will be open tomorrow? If MNPS is still closed I can’t tell if the rest of services will stay closed.
February 2, 2026 at 3:35 AM
Anyone have a guess if parks centers will be open tomorrow? If MNPS is still closed I can’t tell if the rest of services will stay closed.
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There was a time where these guys wouldn’t have made it off the block once this news came out.
BREAKING NEWS: Convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein connected New York Giants chairman and co-owner Steve Tisch with multiple women, according to newly released emails.
January 31, 2026 at 12:56 AM
There was a time where these guys wouldn’t have made it off the block once this news came out.
Anyone know if this is an issue?
January 30, 2026 at 6:08 PM
Anyone know if this is an issue?
For the number of Big Truck Guys I see in Nashville, I have yet to see a single Chainsaw Guy. It chills my Midwest bones to see the lack of real skill flexing.
January 30, 2026 at 5:07 PM
For the number of Big Truck Guys I see in Nashville, I have yet to see a single Chainsaw Guy. It chills my Midwest bones to see the lack of real skill flexing.
Kudos to Nashville Fire for clearing the wires from our road. Those folks are always finding a way to be helpful.
January 30, 2026 at 5:05 PM
Kudos to Nashville Fire for clearing the wires from our road. Those folks are always finding a way to be helpful.
For all their constant whining about being forgotten, Gen X ain’t making much of a case for themselves
Backing up The Argument in NYT/Siena, Gen X still has an astonishing 49% approval for Trump (!), while Boomers have dipped to 42%.
Gen X is currently tracking at 12 pts to the right of the electorate on the generic ballot. Now 9 pts to the right of Boomers, which has to be the largest gap ever.
Gen X is currently tracking at 12 pts to the right of the electorate on the generic ballot. Now 9 pts to the right of Boomers, which has to be the largest gap ever.
January 30, 2026 at 2:30 AM
For all their constant whining about being forgotten, Gen X ain’t making much of a case for themselves
So no one has access to an indoor basketball court? I don’t know any high school teachers? I’m about to become a church goer for court access.
January 30, 2026 at 1:58 AM
So no one has access to an indoor basketball court? I don’t know any high school teachers? I’m about to become a church goer for court access.
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Melania called for unity and senate Dems took heed
January 29, 2026 at 8:02 PM
Melania called for unity and senate Dems took heed
If you want to feel real joy today, show your child this scene from one of Americas greatest cinematic achievements. There’s few better on screen displays of true friendship. youtu.be/5JnO2zKfyBs?...
We ride together We die together Bad boy`s for life
YouTube video by matzuuc12
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January 29, 2026 at 5:07 PM
If you want to feel real joy today, show your child this scene from one of Americas greatest cinematic achievements. There’s few better on screen displays of true friendship. youtu.be/5JnO2zKfyBs?...
Can Giannis just be traded already? This is extremely boring drama.
January 29, 2026 at 3:15 AM
Can Giannis just be traded already? This is extremely boring drama.
Chuck Schumer hates the taste of victory but thankfully we’re not counting on anyone but ourselves now.
just saw 4 ice agents go up to a house and knock and within 1 minute there were 30 people out whistling and they left. we will not take our foot off the gas
January 28, 2026 at 11:04 PM
Chuck Schumer hates the taste of victory but thankfully we’re not counting on anyone but ourselves now.
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I do not think the Democratic Party should let itself get outflanked from the left by Bill Kristol and a Bush administration DHS architect
January 28, 2026 at 8:34 PM
I do not think the Democratic Party should let itself get outflanked from the left by Bill Kristol and a Bush administration DHS architect