@jessevpb.bsky.social
Very interesting that a simple model taking population and highway lane miles into account predicts VMT as well as more complex models. MnDOT should take note when rethinking 94.
Short, direct, probably surprising and supremely important, @alextburns.bsky.social writes about the (only?) remaining paths to reducing transportation's enormous impacts on the climate. Hint: it's not about electric cars.
Highly recommended. Please share widely.
Highly recommended. Please share widely.
Opinion: One Less Lane Ought To Fix It — Streetsblog USA
Federal inaction means states must lead on reducing emissions — but their reluctance to reallocate road space for cars may doom climate goals.
usa.streetsblog.org
December 2, 2025 at 11:56 PM
Very interesting that a simple model taking population and highway lane miles into account predicts VMT as well as more complex models. MnDOT should take note when rethinking 94.
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I think entirely too much about how California’s climate plan explicitly says that converting to EVs is not nearly enough to meet our greenhouse gas reduction targets so we need to reduce VMT 25% by 2030, and then we do basically nothing to try to achieve that goal
November 22, 2025 at 2:48 AM
I think entirely too much about how California’s climate plan explicitly says that converting to EVs is not nearly enough to meet our greenhouse gas reduction targets so we need to reduce VMT 25% by 2030, and then we do basically nothing to try to achieve that goal
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Not Sure How They Deal With Criminals In Your Town, But ’Round Here We Use A Restorative Justice Process
Not Sure How They Deal With Criminals In Your Town, But ’Round Here We Use A Restorative Justice Process
Well, well, well. What have we got here? Another city slicker who thinks he can waltz into my town and start causin’ all sorts of trouble. I’d be careful if I was you, fella. Because however they do t...
theonion.com
November 16, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Not Sure How They Deal With Criminals In Your Town, But ’Round Here We Use A Restorative Justice Process
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Wow. Can't say much else. The overhead corona was unbelievable. The most intense reds and greens. ❤️💚😍💃 She'll be dancing until sunrise.
I visited Franconia Sculpture Park over summer and it has been on my aurora photo bucket list ever since. That's where I went last night.
Schafer, Minnesota.
I visited Franconia Sculpture Park over summer and it has been on my aurora photo bucket list ever since. That's where I went last night.
Schafer, Minnesota.
November 12, 2025 at 10:22 AM
Wow. Can't say much else. The overhead corona was unbelievable. The most intense reds and greens. ❤️💚😍💃 She'll be dancing until sunrise.
I visited Franconia Sculpture Park over summer and it has been on my aurora photo bucket list ever since. That's where I went last night.
Schafer, Minnesota.
I visited Franconia Sculpture Park over summer and it has been on my aurora photo bucket list ever since. That's where I went last night.
Schafer, Minnesota.
From Hiawatha School Park
November 12, 2025 at 3:09 AM
From Hiawatha School Park
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the work continues but also like ughhhhh
jacob frey won
November 5, 2025 at 5:39 PM
the work continues but also like ughhhhh
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We are at a pivotal point in this campaign. We need everyone that's been involved with with Twin Cities Boulevard to show up and show out!
You can ride with us to the rally (<10miles). Meet us at Martin Olav Sabo Bridge at 4:30pm, with a 4:45pm roll out. Bring your bike lights.
You can ride with us to the rally (<10miles). Meet us at Martin Olav Sabo Bridge at 4:30pm, with a 4:45pm roll out. Bring your bike lights.
November 5, 2025 at 5:29 PM
We are at a pivotal point in this campaign. We need everyone that's been involved with with Twin Cities Boulevard to show up and show out!
You can ride with us to the rally (<10miles). Meet us at Martin Olav Sabo Bridge at 4:30pm, with a 4:45pm roll out. Bring your bike lights.
You can ride with us to the rally (<10miles). Meet us at Martin Olav Sabo Bridge at 4:30pm, with a 4:45pm roll out. Bring your bike lights.
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Last municipal/mayoral election people on the left spent months tearing each other down & apart for their voting, volunteering, running, & donation choices. It created lasting rifts in our movement & keeps us all down. I will not be participating in this at all.
November 5, 2025 at 4:36 PM
Last municipal/mayoral election people on the left spent months tearing each other down & apart for their voting, volunteering, running, & donation choices. It created lasting rifts in our movement & keeps us all down. I will not be participating in this at all.
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mostly stuff to celebrate tonight but i’m very very bummed about katie cashman. it sucks that just being good and smart and doing the work cannot always triumph over immense piles of cash :/
November 5, 2025 at 3:40 AM
mostly stuff to celebrate tonight but i’m very very bummed about katie cashman. it sucks that just being good and smart and doing the work cannot always triumph over immense piles of cash :/
Working on a probably unoriginal theory that the second big cleavage in modern politics (obv 1 being Republican or not) is being business-centered vs people-centered
November 4, 2025 at 8:19 PM
Working on a probably unoriginal theory that the second big cleavage in modern politics (obv 1 being Republican or not) is being business-centered vs people-centered
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Reminder that in Minnesota, you have the right to vote on the same day you register. We are not a voter ID state. You can vote if you've lived in Minnesota for 20 days and are old enough: www.sos.mn.gov/elections-vo...
Your neighbor/friend can also vouch for you.
Your neighbor/friend can also vouch for you.
Office of the State Of Minnesota Secretary of State
Office of the State Of Minnesota Secretary of State
www.sos.mn.gov
November 4, 2025 at 2:11 PM
Reminder that in Minnesota, you have the right to vote on the same day you register. We are not a voter ID state. You can vote if you've lived in Minnesota for 20 days and are old enough: www.sos.mn.gov/elections-vo...
Your neighbor/friend can also vouch for you.
Your neighbor/friend can also vouch for you.
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"Such technofixes for the climate, in fact, lead us down a dangerous road, both because they displace far safer and more reliable options—namely the clean energy transition—and because they provide an excuse for business-as-usual burning of fossil fuels."
"You can’t reboot the planet if you crash it" | My commentary on Bill Gates' flawed new climate missive for @thebulletin.org: thebulletin.org/2025/10/you-...
You can’t reboot the planet if you crash it
What Gates is putting forward aren’t legitimate arguments that can be made in good faith. They are shopworn fossil fuel industry talking points.
thebulletin.org
November 1, 2025 at 3:29 PM
"Such technofixes for the climate, in fact, lead us down a dangerous road, both because they displace far safer and more reliable options—namely the clean energy transition—and because they provide an excuse for business-as-usual burning of fossil fuels."
These are public spaces! They should be available to the public!
www.minnpost.com/cityscape/20...
www.minnpost.com/cityscape/20...
Using fencing to curb homelessness in the Twin Cities is an insult - MinnPost
Agencies and governments turn to fencing instead of actual solutions for problems related to people experiencing homelessness.
www.minnpost.com
October 31, 2025 at 2:37 PM
These are public spaces! They should be available to the public!
www.minnpost.com/cityscape/20...
www.minnpost.com/cityscape/20...
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Love to see this from Mpls City Council Member @katiecashman.bsky.social: "Xcel and CenterPoint must step up and offer inclusive energy upgrades to all residents, and we at the city need to ... use our newly negotiated leverage to hold them to their commitments." www.startribune.com/ward-7-city-...
Katie Cashman: A resilient City of Lakes requires bold climate leadership
Federal leadership has abdicated on this issue. Cities like Minneapolis must lead. We already have progress to build on, Ward 7 City Council candidate Katie Cashman writes.
www.startribune.com
October 23, 2025 at 2:09 PM
Love to see this from Mpls City Council Member @katiecashman.bsky.social: "Xcel and CenterPoint must step up and offer inclusive energy upgrades to all residents, and we at the city need to ... use our newly negotiated leverage to hold them to their commitments." www.startribune.com/ward-7-city-...
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In an alternate universe, business columnists concerned about Minnesota’s slow growth would note the program responsible for reigniting Minnesota’s college enrollment growth was largely due to someone currently running for Minneapolis mayor: Omar Fateh. www.startribune.com/ramstad-minn...
October 20, 2025 at 3:27 PM
In an alternate universe, business columnists concerned about Minnesota’s slow growth would note the program responsible for reigniting Minnesota’s college enrollment growth was largely due to someone currently running for Minneapolis mayor: Omar Fateh. www.startribune.com/ramstad-minn...
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October 18, 2025 at 6:26 PM
Always felt like Snail Mail gives off Smashing Pumpkins vibes. I'm late to this one but feel vindicated.
tidal.com/browse/track...
tidal.com/browse/track...
Snail Mail - Tonight, Tonight
Listen to Tonight, Tonight on TIDAL
tidal.com
October 15, 2025 at 11:04 PM
Always felt like Snail Mail gives off Smashing Pumpkins vibes. I'm late to this one but feel vindicated.
tidal.com/browse/track...
tidal.com/browse/track...
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A reminder that we’re a week out from Team Aurin's 2nd ‘Chili for Chowdhury’ Fundraiser!🌶️
Now that autumn is here, we're bringing back this soup-themed event!
You’re invited - Wed, Oct. 15th, 6:30-8pm.
🥘 RSVP & chip in $25+ for my favorite soup recipe: secure.actblue.com/donate/chiliforchowdhury
Now that autumn is here, we're bringing back this soup-themed event!
You’re invited - Wed, Oct. 15th, 6:30-8pm.
🥘 RSVP & chip in $25+ for my favorite soup recipe: secure.actblue.com/donate/chiliforchowdhury
October 10, 2025 at 8:19 PM
A reminder that we’re a week out from Team Aurin's 2nd ‘Chili for Chowdhury’ Fundraiser!🌶️
Now that autumn is here, we're bringing back this soup-themed event!
You’re invited - Wed, Oct. 15th, 6:30-8pm.
🥘 RSVP & chip in $25+ for my favorite soup recipe: secure.actblue.com/donate/chiliforchowdhury
Now that autumn is here, we're bringing back this soup-themed event!
You’re invited - Wed, Oct. 15th, 6:30-8pm.
🥘 RSVP & chip in $25+ for my favorite soup recipe: secure.actblue.com/donate/chiliforchowdhury
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Dear moderates, I'm keeping it neutral and balanced, so that we can engage in a mild conversation about your choice for mayor.
Dear Minneapolis Moderates: A 2025 Election Open Letter » The Wedge Times-Picayune
Hello, True Blue Moderates. I knew you’d come. Let’s talk about Mayor Jacob Frey, the enigma. He’s a two-term mayor with a message suggesting he’s got a zero tolerance policy on encampments. Yet he…
wedgelive.com
October 9, 2025 at 1:37 PM
Dear moderates, I'm keeping it neutral and balanced, so that we can engage in a mild conversation about your choice for mayor.
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Um, ICE just coldly shot an unarmed PRIEST in the head w a pepper ball when he (and everyone around him) clearly posed no threat.
For the crime of … complaining about government policy.
Core 1A speech.
With cameras rolling, they’re sniping priests for sport.
For the crime of … complaining about government policy.
Core 1A speech.
With cameras rolling, they’re sniping priests for sport.
October 8, 2025 at 2:14 AM
Um, ICE just coldly shot an unarmed PRIEST in the head w a pepper ball when he (and everyone around him) clearly posed no threat.
For the crime of … complaining about government policy.
Core 1A speech.
With cameras rolling, they’re sniping priests for sport.
For the crime of … complaining about government policy.
Core 1A speech.
With cameras rolling, they’re sniping priests for sport.
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we simply do not have a union anymore if the president is using troops from one state to invade others entirely on the basis of political disagreements
UPDATE: Hegseth today called up 400 members of the Texas National Guard, with Gov. Abbott's apparent permission, to be deployed "where needed, including in the cities of Portland and Chicago." www.politico.com/news/2025/10...
October 6, 2025 at 2:33 AM
we simply do not have a union anymore if the president is using troops from one state to invade others entirely on the basis of political disagreements
This is a great dive into the world of "debates" and why they do not do what we want them to do. They are not persuasive. The framing of the question means the evolution denier or whoever has already won by getting their opponent on the stage. V worth the 40 min watch.
youtu.be/e--spu93GVc
youtu.be/e--spu93GVc
Why I Gave Up Arguing With the Religious Right
YouTube video by Genetically Modified Skeptic
youtu.be
September 19, 2025 at 7:48 PM
This is a great dive into the world of "debates" and why they do not do what we want them to do. They are not persuasive. The framing of the question means the evolution denier or whoever has already won by getting their opponent on the stage. V worth the 40 min watch.
youtu.be/e--spu93GVc
youtu.be/e--spu93GVc