Joshua Houdek
@jhoudek.bsky.social
Bicycling. Walking. Transit. Electrification. Climate.
Clean transportation & housing for all. @sierraclubmn.bsky.social
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Clean transportation & housing for all. @sierraclubmn.bsky.social
Minneapolis, Minnesota
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I rarely do births for #OnThisDay, but this one is special:
Nov 13, 1833: "Father of Minneapolis Parks" Charles M. Loring is born. In the 1880s he begins acquiring the city's lakes and shorelines, and along with Horace Cleveland creates the finest public urban park system in the United States.
Nov 13, 1833: "Father of Minneapolis Parks" Charles M. Loring is born. In the 1880s he begins acquiring the city's lakes and shorelines, and along with Horace Cleveland creates the finest public urban park system in the United States.
November 13, 2025 at 1:41 PM
I rarely do births for #OnThisDay, but this one is special:
Nov 13, 1833: "Father of Minneapolis Parks" Charles M. Loring is born. In the 1880s he begins acquiring the city's lakes and shorelines, and along with Horace Cleveland creates the finest public urban park system in the United States.
Nov 13, 1833: "Father of Minneapolis Parks" Charles M. Loring is born. In the 1880s he begins acquiring the city's lakes and shorelines, and along with Horace Cleveland creates the finest public urban park system in the United States.
Obligatory northern lights pic.
Little Beach, Lake Nokomis, Minneapolis
Little Beach, Lake Nokomis, Minneapolis
November 12, 2025 at 4:24 AM
Obligatory northern lights pic.
Little Beach, Lake Nokomis, Minneapolis
Little Beach, Lake Nokomis, Minneapolis
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I can flick through my feed as fast as I can, and everything is pinks and blues and greens.
Joyscrolling is a hell of a phenomenon.
Joyscrolling is a hell of a phenomenon.
November 12, 2025 at 4:05 AM
I can flick through my feed as fast as I can, and everything is pinks and blues and greens.
Joyscrolling is a hell of a phenomenon.
Joyscrolling is a hell of a phenomenon.
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I don't think people realize how much a trillion dollars is.
Let's say you get paid a million dollars per day. That's a lot, right?
If you spend none of it and pay no taxes, you'll have a trillion dollars in approximately two thousand seven hundred (2700) YEARS.
No one should have that much.
Let's say you get paid a million dollars per day. That's a lot, right?
If you spend none of it and pay no taxes, you'll have a trillion dollars in approximately two thousand seven hundred (2700) YEARS.
No one should have that much.
November 7, 2025 at 2:25 AM
I don't think people realize how much a trillion dollars is.
Let's say you get paid a million dollars per day. That's a lot, right?
If you spend none of it and pay no taxes, you'll have a trillion dollars in approximately two thousand seven hundred (2700) YEARS.
No one should have that much.
Let's say you get paid a million dollars per day. That's a lot, right?
If you spend none of it and pay no taxes, you'll have a trillion dollars in approximately two thousand seven hundred (2700) YEARS.
No one should have that much.
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It shouldn’t be forgotten that a big piece of Mamdani’s campaign was simply “cities are cool and lots of people enjoy living in them” which in and of itself dismantles alot of rightwing talking points
November 7, 2025 at 12:02 PM
It shouldn’t be forgotten that a big piece of Mamdani’s campaign was simply “cities are cool and lots of people enjoy living in them” which in and of itself dismantles alot of rightwing talking points
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Could not be more *proud* of my Council Member and excited for four more years! She’s shown nothing but hard work and grace all year, it’s really been amazing to see.
We’ll keep on working on 12-2 and make the margin even bigger next time around!
We’ll keep on working on 12-2 and make the margin even bigger next time around!
We won every precinct with a total of 62.05% of the vote!
Thank you Ward 12, I look forward to representing and serving you for the next 4 years.
A progressive vision for supporting everyday people and working families is what I will work to deliver with you. 🤍
Thank you Ward 12, I look forward to representing and serving you for the next 4 years.
A progressive vision for supporting everyday people and working families is what I will work to deliver with you. 🤍
November 5, 2025 at 6:22 AM
Could not be more *proud* of my Council Member and excited for four more years! She’s shown nothing but hard work and grace all year, it’s really been amazing to see.
We’ll keep on working on 12-2 and make the margin even bigger next time around!
We’ll keep on working on 12-2 and make the margin even bigger next time around!
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There's a lot of counting to be done. But one thing is very clear, Minneapolis wants a Park Board that takes climate SERIOUSLY! That refuses to cut youth programming! And stands by our labor allies!!!
a man holding a banana says " pretty pretty pretty pretty pretty good "
ALT: a man holding a banana says " pretty pretty pretty pretty pretty good "
media.tenor.com
November 5, 2025 at 4:18 AM
There's a lot of counting to be done. But one thing is very clear, Minneapolis wants a Park Board that takes climate SERIOUSLY! That refuses to cut youth programming! And stands by our labor allies!!!
My Council Member rocks.
Congrats @aurinmpls.bsky.social
Congrats @aurinmpls.bsky.social
November 5, 2025 at 4:33 AM
My Council Member rocks.
Congrats @aurinmpls.bsky.social
Congrats @aurinmpls.bsky.social
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Results from the special state Senate election assure DFLers 34 seats and Republicans 33.
November 5, 2025 at 4:07 AM
Results from the special state Senate election assure DFLers 34 seats and Republicans 33.
💯 ditto 😓
devastated at katie cashman losing. fuck
November 5, 2025 at 4:15 AM
💯 ditto 😓
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May all terrible people be sad tonight.
November 5, 2025 at 2:17 AM
May all terrible people be sad tonight.
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This appointment is such good news for the twin cities and @metcouncilmn.bsky.social !
Whether you’re going to work, the grocery, or a friend’s house, Twin Cities residents need transportation options that are safe & work for their wallet, ability, and age. Robin gets that and knows how to deliver.
Whether you’re going to work, the grocery, or a friend’s house, Twin Cities residents need transportation options that are safe & work for their wallet, ability, and age. Robin gets that and knows how to deliver.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz announced Tuesday that he's appointing Robin Hutcheson, a former U.S. Department of Transportation official, to chair the Metropolitan Council, starting in December. The Met Council has faced scrutiny in recent years over spending on public transit projects.
Walz appoints new chair of Metropolitan Council
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz announced Tuesday that he's appointing Robin Hutcheson to chair the Metropolitan Council, starting in December.
www.mprnews.org
November 4, 2025 at 6:52 PM
This appointment is such good news for the twin cities and @metcouncilmn.bsky.social !
Whether you’re going to work, the grocery, or a friend’s house, Twin Cities residents need transportation options that are safe & work for their wallet, ability, and age. Robin gets that and knows how to deliver.
Whether you’re going to work, the grocery, or a friend’s house, Twin Cities residents need transportation options that are safe & work for their wallet, ability, and age. Robin gets that and knows how to deliver.
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If you didn’t like her politics - you could have not voted.
But voting for her opponent, especially after all she’s said and done… damn y’all.
But voting for her opponent, especially after all she’s said and done… damn y’all.
November 5, 2025 at 3:32 AM
If you didn’t like her politics - you could have not voted.
But voting for her opponent, especially after all she’s said and done… damn y’all.
But voting for her opponent, especially after all she’s said and done… damn y’all.
It’s a beautiful day to go vote. 🍂 🗳️ 🇺🇸
November 4, 2025 at 6:38 PM
It’s a beautiful day to go vote. 🍂 🗳️ 🇺🇸
My #1 MPRB At Large:
Up bright and early to vote this morning! Still feels a bit odd to fill in a bubble next to my name...
Get out and vote for me and the rest of the DFL/Labor park baord slate!
Also: voter #63 for 13-4 at 8am.
Get out and vote for me and the rest of the DFL/Labor park baord slate!
Also: voter #63 for 13-4 at 8am.
November 4, 2025 at 2:49 PM
My #1 MPRB At Large:
YES please. Can @metrotransitmn.bsky.social self-advocate?
November 3, 2025 at 7:14 PM
YES please. Can @metrotransitmn.bsky.social self-advocate?
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One day ‘til Election Day!🗳️🔥— It’s GO TIME! It’s VOTE TIME!🐐🐐🐐
November 3, 2025 at 11:58 AM
One day ‘til Election Day!🗳️🔥— It’s GO TIME! It’s VOTE TIME!🐐🐐🐐
Why keep the Twin Cities Boulevard?
Not for the climate.
To stop the misery.
~ @wedge.live
youtu.be/To3I2HJmPj4?...
Not for the climate.
To stop the misery.
~ @wedge.live
youtu.be/To3I2HJmPj4?...
I-94: River of Toxic Sludge (w/ Mateo Frumholtz)
YouTube video by Wedge LIVE!
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November 3, 2025 at 4:11 AM
Why keep the Twin Cities Boulevard?
Not for the climate.
To stop the misery.
~ @wedge.live
youtu.be/To3I2HJmPj4?...
Not for the climate.
To stop the misery.
~ @wedge.live
youtu.be/To3I2HJmPj4?...
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Barf. Here's the "Team Mpls" plan to “address climate change.” No mention of getting off fossil fuels. Nothing on electrification. Nothing on renewable energy, transit or building housing near transit. Just trees and carbon capture(?). This fluff could have been written by the Koch Bros (1/2)
November 1, 2025 at 8:35 PM
Barf. Here's the "Team Mpls" plan to “address climate change.” No mention of getting off fossil fuels. Nothing on electrification. Nothing on renewable energy, transit or building housing near transit. Just trees and carbon capture(?). This fluff could have been written by the Koch Bros (1/2)
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@mndot.mn.gov estimates every St Paul-Chicago trip by train, instead of car, saves $296. $88 comes in social benefits-safety, emissions and crash reduction. The rest goes to the rider, due to reduced cost of operating a personal vehicle. Increased rail service is a no-brainer! @hsrail.bsky.social
State Rail Plan Update
The draft State Rail Plan is now available for your review and comments. The Minnesota Department of Transportation is asking Minnesota businesses and residents to provide feedback on the final draft ...
talk.dot.state.mn.us
October 30, 2025 at 5:07 PM
@mndot.mn.gov estimates every St Paul-Chicago trip by train, instead of car, saves $296. $88 comes in social benefits-safety, emissions and crash reduction. The rest goes to the rider, due to reduced cost of operating a personal vehicle. Increased rail service is a no-brainer! @hsrail.bsky.social
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Happy Halloween from Neighbors for More Neighbors!
If you are trick-or-treating tonight, think about how much better it would be if there were more homes!
Because more homes = more neighbors! More neighbors = more candy! More candy = higher likelihood of getting a full-sized candy bar!
If you are trick-or-treating tonight, think about how much better it would be if there were more homes!
Because more homes = more neighbors! More neighbors = more candy! More candy = higher likelihood of getting a full-sized candy bar!
October 31, 2025 at 9:15 PM
Happy Halloween from Neighbors for More Neighbors!
If you are trick-or-treating tonight, think about how much better it would be if there were more homes!
Because more homes = more neighbors! More neighbors = more candy! More candy = higher likelihood of getting a full-sized candy bar!
If you are trick-or-treating tonight, think about how much better it would be if there were more homes!
Because more homes = more neighbors! More neighbors = more candy! More candy = higher likelihood of getting a full-sized candy bar!
Please drive safe tonight (and every night). 👻 ☠️
October 31, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Please drive safe tonight (and every night). 👻 ☠️
As so often is the case, @blindeke.bsky.social says it so well:
"It’s time for Minnesota governments to reopen the sidewalks and figure out how to house folks somewhere that doesn’t result in the erosion of public space."
www.minnpost.com/cityscape/20...
"It’s time for Minnesota governments to reopen the sidewalks and figure out how to house folks somewhere that doesn’t result in the erosion of public space."
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 1:08 AM
As so often is the case, @blindeke.bsky.social says it so well:
"It’s time for Minnesota governments to reopen the sidewalks and figure out how to house folks somewhere that doesn’t result in the erosion of public space."
www.minnpost.com/cityscape/20...
"It’s time for Minnesota governments to reopen the sidewalks and figure out how to house folks somewhere that doesn’t result in the erosion of public space."
www.minnpost.com/cityscape/20...
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They vowed to build cleaner electric trucks, but now @daimlertruck.bsky.social @volvogroup.bsky.social IntnlTrucks & PACCAR are suing to keep polluting our air. 🤬
Take action:
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Take action:
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Hold Truck Manufacturers Accountable!
In 2023, four major truck manufacturers signed the "Clean Truck Partnership," a landmark agreement committing them to build electric trucks regardless of any future federal policy changes. But instead...
act.sierraclub.org
October 28, 2025 at 6:35 PM
They vowed to build cleaner electric trucks, but now @daimlertruck.bsky.social @volvogroup.bsky.social IntnlTrucks & PACCAR are suing to keep polluting our air. 🤬
Take action:
act.sierraclub.org/actions/Nati...
Take action:
act.sierraclub.org/actions/Nati...