Jesse Mortenson
@jk9.bsky.social
back to start a podcast - subscribe at millcityhall.com - middle aged queer white guy in minneapolis. no presidents, no borders, no clout (ok maybe some clout?).
The super rich are buying EVERYTHING. And that means regular people can’t compete for the things we need. Like politics that is responsive to real needs!
We need wealth taxes to directly tackle this and stop the rich from squeezing out of everything
We need wealth taxes to directly tackle this and stop the rich from squeezing out of everything
We spent a year investigating billionaires for @washingtonpost.com.
We found: the wealthiest 100 Americans gave $1.1 billion to influence the 2024 elections — 140x more than they did in 2000. And almost all of that giving boosted Republicans.
washingtonpost.com/politics/int...
We found: the wealthiest 100 Americans gave $1.1 billion to influence the 2024 elections — 140x more than they did in 2000. And almost all of that giving boosted Republicans.
washingtonpost.com/politics/int...
November 21, 2025 at 7:00 PM
The super rich are buying EVERYTHING. And that means regular people can’t compete for the things we need. Like politics that is responsive to real needs!
We need wealth taxes to directly tackle this and stop the rich from squeezing out of everything
We need wealth taxes to directly tackle this and stop the rich from squeezing out of everything
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Another family whose loved ones were taken from Bro-Tex has posted a Go Fund Me
www.gofundme.com/f/support-al...
www.gofundme.com/f/support-al...
November 20, 2025 at 8:46 PM
Another family whose loved ones were taken from Bro-Tex has posted a Go Fund Me
www.gofundme.com/f/support-al...
www.gofundme.com/f/support-al...
Interesting, no specifics in the article but if it follows the pilot that would mean something like $500/month to 1,250 households.
NEW — Today, Cook County became the first county in the U.S. to establish permanent funding for guaranteed income at the county level.
The Cook County Board of Commissioners approved $7.5 million for the program through its FY 2026 budget, which totals $10.12 billion.
thetriibe.com/2025/11/cook...
The Cook County Board of Commissioners approved $7.5 million for the program through its FY 2026 budget, which totals $10.12 billion.
thetriibe.com/2025/11/cook...
Cook County becomes the first county in the US to establish permanent funding for guaranteed income • The TRiiBE
On Thursday, the Cook County Board of Commissioners approved the FY 2026 budget, which includes $7.5 million to fund the county’s guaranteed basic income program.
thetriibe.com
November 21, 2025 at 12:47 AM
Interesting, no specifics in the article but if it follows the pilot that would mean something like $500/month to 1,250 households.
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After 6/3, it’s clear we need a stronger Separation Ordinance.
Those in Minneapolis interested in stronger protections for our immigrant communities,
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Those in Minneapolis interested in stronger protections for our immigrant communities,
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This year! Public hearing December 9 at 1:30. lims.minneapolismn.gov/File/2025-00...
2025-00716 - Employee authority in immigration matters ordinance: Title 2
lims.minneapolismn.gov
November 20, 2025 at 11:15 PM
After 6/3, it’s clear we need a stronger Separation Ordinance.
Those in Minneapolis interested in stronger protections for our immigrant communities,
⬇️
Those in Minneapolis interested in stronger protections for our immigrant communities,
⬇️
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They lied about it. All of it. A thug cop shot an unarmed woman five times without justification, boasted about it to his colleagues, and then this administration tried cover it all up by arresting her and charging her with felonies.
Absolutely incredible; after shooting Marimar Martinez 5 times and arresting her on claims that she rammed them and pulled a gun, prosecutors have now moved to dismiss ALL criminal charges against her and her codefendant.
New: the govt has moved to dismiss its assault case against Marimar Martinez and Anthony Ian Santos Ruiz, two people accused of "box[ing] in" a Border Patrol vehicle in Chicago on Oct. 4.
One agent shot Martinez, with evidence presented to the court that he later bragged about in text messages.
One agent shot Martinez, with evidence presented to the court that he later bragged about in text messages.
November 20, 2025 at 6:24 PM
They lied about it. All of it. A thug cop shot an unarmed woman five times without justification, boasted about it to his colleagues, and then this administration tried cover it all up by arresting her and charging her with felonies.
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Finally finished my blog post on the Minneapolis Mayoral Election and demographics. I posted it to an old medium account that I forgot I had. Let me know what you think. Here's what I found 🧵 medium.com/@damia025/pr...
November 20, 2025 at 8:52 PM
Finally finished my blog post on the Minneapolis Mayoral Election and demographics. I posted it to an old medium account that I forgot I had. Let me know what you think. Here's what I found 🧵 medium.com/@damia025/pr...
This seems like the right direction to me. What I’ve read about Waymo is they have the strongest record on diligence/safety in AV tech.
But more cars doesn’t make our community more liveable. I don’t want to spend effort championing Lyft/uber either. Active transportation is the way.
But more cars doesn’t make our community more liveable. I don’t want to spend effort championing Lyft/uber either. Active transportation is the way.
A few things:
1. This is a labor issue and will funnel what was once driver money to tech companies
2. This adds vehicles to roads and will likely increase traffic as they roam looking for passengers
3. I am not as concerned as others seem to be around safety concerns (once tested in snow)
1. This is a labor issue and will funnel what was once driver money to tech companies
2. This adds vehicles to roads and will likely increase traffic as they roam looking for passengers
3. I am not as concerned as others seem to be around safety concerns (once tested in snow)
Waymo, the driverless ride-hailing company, is bringing its fleet of autonomous electric vehicles to Minneapolis.
November 20, 2025 at 5:13 PM
This seems like the right direction to me. What I’ve read about Waymo is they have the strongest record on diligence/safety in AV tech.
But more cars doesn’t make our community more liveable. I don’t want to spend effort championing Lyft/uber either. Active transportation is the way.
But more cars doesn’t make our community more liveable. I don’t want to spend effort championing Lyft/uber either. Active transportation is the way.
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it's give to the max day, and i know a place that will MAXIMALLY utilize your donations for programs and policies that make minnesota a safer place to bike, walk, and roll! consider donating to @bikemn.bsky.social as you round out your GTTM donations. www.givemn.org/organization...
Support Bicycle Alliance of Minnesota on GiveMN
Through advocacy, education, and encouragement BikeMN works hard to build a more walk and bike-friendly Minnesota.
www.givemn.org
November 20, 2025 at 3:57 PM
it's give to the max day, and i know a place that will MAXIMALLY utilize your donations for programs and policies that make minnesota a safer place to bike, walk, and roll! consider donating to @bikemn.bsky.social as you round out your GTTM donations. www.givemn.org/organization...
Getting ads for this Disney game on Twitch and … what are you cozy gamers doing just hanging out with Cruella DeVille in Wishblossom Ranch? What do you think she’s ranching, huh?
November 20, 2025 at 5:53 AM
Getting ads for this Disney game on Twitch and … what are you cozy gamers doing just hanging out with Cruella DeVille in Wishblossom Ranch? What do you think she’s ranching, huh?
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The family of one of the workers taken by ICE from Bro-Tex yesterday has set up a Go Fund Me.
www.gofundme.com/f/fn4bw-help...?
www.gofundme.com/f/fn4bw-help...?
Donate to Help Reunite Carlos with His Family, organized by Karla Alarcon
My name is Karla Alarcon Hernandez, and today I am asking for support with the heavi… Karla Alarcon needs your support for Help Reunite Carlos with His Family
www.gofundme.com
November 20, 2025 at 1:02 AM
The family of one of the workers taken by ICE from Bro-Tex yesterday has set up a Go Fund Me.
www.gofundme.com/f/fn4bw-help...?
www.gofundme.com/f/fn4bw-help...?
Wish I could be there! Recommended if you have time tomorrow night!
Join us tomorrow for election chat and community!
Join us at 7pm Thursday, 11/20, at Nico's Taco Bar for a post-election debrief.
We’ll reflect on the election results together, process the wins and the losses, and dig into what’s ahead.
RSVP: www.eventbrite.com/e/what-comes...
We’ll reflect on the election results together, process the wins and the losses, and dig into what’s ahead.
RSVP: www.eventbrite.com/e/what-comes...
November 19, 2025 at 8:49 PM
Wish I could be there! Recommended if you have time tomorrow night!
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Urge Saint Paul Civic Leaders to build a second Spruce Tree Centre at the abandoned Midway CVS-
Like, Share, and Sign the Petition!
c.org/ZwRJV8qJzZ
Like, Share, and Sign the Petition!
c.org/ZwRJV8qJzZ
Sign the Petition
Urge city to build a second Spruce Tree Centre
c.org
November 19, 2025 at 7:43 PM
Urge Saint Paul Civic Leaders to build a second Spruce Tree Centre at the abandoned Midway CVS-
Like, Share, and Sign the Petition!
c.org/ZwRJV8qJzZ
Like, Share, and Sign the Petition!
c.org/ZwRJV8qJzZ
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jamal osman for vice president. it’s happening
I’m excited to announce I’ll be running to continue serving as President of the Minneapolis City Council.
November 18, 2025 at 10:59 PM
jamal osman for vice president. it’s happening
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“It is incredibly frustrating we are not getting participation from MPD,” Timmerman said.
Timmerman said the delays are part of the reason why the estimated cost to contract with an outside law firm to assist with the investigation has doubled from $90,000 to about $200,000.
Timmerman said the delays are part of the reason why the estimated cost to contract with an outside law firm to assist with the investigation has doubled from $90,000 to about $200,000.
November 19, 2025 at 1:00 AM
“It is incredibly frustrating we are not getting participation from MPD,” Timmerman said.
Timmerman said the delays are part of the reason why the estimated cost to contract with an outside law firm to assist with the investigation has doubled from $90,000 to about $200,000.
Timmerman said the delays are part of the reason why the estimated cost to contract with an outside law firm to assist with the investigation has doubled from $90,000 to about $200,000.
After months Team Minneapolis declaring only THEY are moderate, others are Far Left Extremists, I became very confused to hear of Mike Newcome from Lake Elmo. Says HE is the center. So is he Team Minneapolis, too? Are Jacob Frey and Mike Newcome the same person? www.startribune.com/third-party-...
www.startribune.com
November 19, 2025 at 12:26 AM
After months Team Minneapolis declaring only THEY are moderate, others are Far Left Extremists, I became very confused to hear of Mike Newcome from Lake Elmo. Says HE is the center. So is he Team Minneapolis, too? Are Jacob Frey and Mike Newcome the same person? www.startribune.com/third-party-...
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The legendary HOPE hacking conference has been banned from its venue at St. John's University over what the university seems to be calling an "anti-police agenda." Part of a broader crackdown on security research / hacking / open source: www.404media.co/hope-hacking...
HOPE Hacking Conference Banned From University Venue Over Apparent ‘Anti-Police Agenda’
"The lack of due process on its own is extremely disturbing," the conference said.
www.404media.co
November 18, 2025 at 7:41 PM
The legendary HOPE hacking conference has been banned from its venue at St. John's University over what the university seems to be calling an "anti-police agenda." Part of a broader crackdown on security research / hacking / open source: www.404media.co/hope-hacking...
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Federal agents from ICE, DEA and the FBI raided a St. Paul paper distributor Tuesday morning. Hundreds of community members responded in protest, clashing with officers. At least two people were detained by authorities, according to a witness.
Dozens of federal agents raid St. Paul business, sparking protest • Minnesota Reformer
Dozens of federal agents surrounded the St. Paul headquarters of paper distributor Bro-Tex on Tuesday morning and were quickly met by a couple hundred protesters. The agents wore uniforms marked with ...
minnesotareformer.com
November 18, 2025 at 7:45 PM
Federal agents from ICE, DEA and the FBI raided a St. Paul paper distributor Tuesday morning. Hundreds of community members responded in protest, clashing with officers. At least two people were detained by authorities, according to a witness.
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Before WWII, the language of science was German. Scientific papers were published in German. International conferences happened in German. After the Nazis gutted research and exiled scientists fled to the USA, that language became English.
Anyway, just thinking about learning Mandarin for no reason
Anyway, just thinking about learning Mandarin for no reason
Vaccines based on mRNA can be tailored to target a cancer patient’s unique tumor mutations. But crumbling support for cancer and mRNA vaccine research has endangered this promising therapy
Personalized Cancer Vaccines Are Almost Here—But Federal Funding Cuts Could Derail Them
Vaccines based on mRNA can be tailored to target a cancer patient’s unique tumor mutations. But crumbling support for cancer and mRNA vaccine research has endangered this promising therapy
www.scientificamerican.com
November 18, 2025 at 6:33 PM
Before WWII, the language of science was German. Scientific papers were published in German. International conferences happened in German. After the Nazis gutted research and exiled scientists fled to the USA, that language became English.
Anyway, just thinking about learning Mandarin for no reason
Anyway, just thinking about learning Mandarin for no reason
Another impact of Trump regime's censorship campaign to mold academia into right wing compliance: St. John's University surprises the Hackers on Planet Earth conference with cancellation of future events. This is a hacker conference with a long history. 2600.com/content/hope...
HOPE CONFERENCE BANNED BY ST. JOHN'S UNIVERSITY | 2600
2600.com
November 18, 2025 at 7:17 PM
Another impact of Trump regime's censorship campaign to mold academia into right wing compliance: St. John's University surprises the Hackers on Planet Earth conference with cancellation of future events. This is a hacker conference with a long history. 2600.com/content/hope...
Grateful for folks on the ground observing federal raid activity in Saint Paul.
It matters what is actually happening in terms of agencies/targets, as that changes the impact/risk.
But I don’t think elected officials should be credulous to the point of allowing Feds to play the shell game.
It matters what is actually happening in terms of agencies/targets, as that changes the impact/risk.
But I don’t think elected officials should be credulous to the point of allowing Feds to play the shell game.
November 18, 2025 at 5:43 PM
Grateful for folks on the ground observing federal raid activity in Saint Paul.
It matters what is actually happening in terms of agencies/targets, as that changes the impact/risk.
But I don’t think elected officials should be credulous to the point of allowing Feds to play the shell game.
It matters what is actually happening in terms of agencies/targets, as that changes the impact/risk.
But I don’t think elected officials should be credulous to the point of allowing Feds to play the shell game.
This is bad and quite normal behavior for police! Cops are not gonna save us from other cops here
November 17, 2025 at 4:11 AM
This is bad and quite normal behavior for police! Cops are not gonna save us from other cops here
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the ICE stuff these past few months has been triggering all sorts of memories from the 4th Precinct occupation and how MPD acted there. but I had not quite realized that this weekend will be 10 years until I got in the car today and MPR was doing a piece on it. 10 years.
November 13, 2025 at 3:50 PM
the ICE stuff these past few months has been triggering all sorts of memories from the 4th Precinct occupation and how MPD acted there. but I had not quite realized that this weekend will be 10 years until I got in the car today and MPR was doing a piece on it. 10 years.
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This is far worse than anyone expected.
Trump's HUD plan would cut *two-thirds* of permanent housing and push as many as 170,000 formerly homeless people back onto the street—redirecting funds to work mandates, forced treatment, and encampment sweeps.
All as mass internment camps are being built.
Trump's HUD plan would cut *two-thirds* of permanent housing and push as many as 170,000 formerly homeless people back onto the street—redirecting funds to work mandates, forced treatment, and encampment sweeps.
All as mass internment camps are being built.
Trump Administration to Drastically Cut Housing Grants
www.nytimes.com
November 13, 2025 at 3:21 AM
This is far worse than anyone expected.
Trump's HUD plan would cut *two-thirds* of permanent housing and push as many as 170,000 formerly homeless people back onto the street—redirecting funds to work mandates, forced treatment, and encampment sweeps.
All as mass internment camps are being built.
Trump's HUD plan would cut *two-thirds* of permanent housing and push as many as 170,000 formerly homeless people back onto the street—redirecting funds to work mandates, forced treatment, and encampment sweeps.
All as mass internment camps are being built.
@edgeofsports.bsky.social damn, LONG segment on LeBatard Hour 2 yesterday where Nick Wright completely missed the ocontext around Miriam Adelson. “How could Cuban possibly know that the new owners wouldn’t take the team seriously???” well Nick maybe if it was obvious they cared about something else?
November 12, 2025 at 11:55 PM
@edgeofsports.bsky.social damn, LONG segment on LeBatard Hour 2 yesterday where Nick Wright completely missed the ocontext around Miriam Adelson. “How could Cuban possibly know that the new owners wouldn’t take the team seriously???” well Nick maybe if it was obvious they cared about something else?
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Musk and others on the far right are obsessed with things like Lord of the Rings and Dungeons and Dragons because they see fantasy worlds as reinforcing their own beliefs about immutable hierarchies of race, gender, and by extension morality www.theatlantic.com/ideas/2025/1...
November 12, 2025 at 2:18 PM
Musk and others on the far right are obsessed with things like Lord of the Rings and Dungeons and Dragons because they see fantasy worlds as reinforcing their own beliefs about immutable hierarchies of race, gender, and by extension morality www.theatlantic.com/ideas/2025/1...