Melissa R. Partin
@melrup.bsky.social
Professor. Climate policy nerd. Non-motorized transportation enthusiast. Artist. Caregiver. Grower of food. Waste makes me anxious. Kindness is critical.
Agree that this story about #Costco’s strategic use of their Kirkland brand is really interesting, and makes me like them even more.
i find every story about costco's brand strategy and overall approach completely fascinating.
Why Costco Went All in on Kirkland — and How It Paid Off | WSJ Case Study
YouTube video by The Wall Street Journal
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November 11, 2025 at 12:43 AM
Agree that this story about #Costco’s strategic use of their Kirkland brand is really interesting, and makes me like them even more.
I can't stop thinking about yesterday's #MNUFC match against the Sounders. I think that was the most exciting soccer game I have ever watched! GO LOONS!
November 9, 2025 at 7:08 PM
I can't stop thinking about yesterday's #MNUFC match against the Sounders. I think that was the most exciting soccer game I have ever watched! GO LOONS!
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WASHINGTON (AP) — Man who threw sandwich and became symbol of resistance to Trump’s DC law enforcement surge found not guilty of assault.
November 6, 2025 at 8:11 PM
WASHINGTON (AP) — Man who threw sandwich and became symbol of resistance to Trump’s DC law enforcement surge found not guilty of assault.
Oof. But spot on.
November 1, 2025 at 3:08 AM
Oof. But spot on.
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Ride trains! Save $!
@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 6:51 PM
Ride trains! Save $!
October 30, 2025 at 3:28 AM
@bcmfietser.bsky.social - the bad ass train rider pedestrian-ing at sunset in Emeryville CA
October 30, 2025 at 3:15 AM
@bcmfietser.bsky.social - the bad ass train rider pedestrian-ing at sunset in Emeryville CA
Just wanna say I am not happy about having a hurricane named after me.
October 30, 2025 at 3:05 AM
Just wanna say I am not happy about having a hurricane named after me.
Me too 👇
SHORT VERSION: I’m voting yes on both ballot questions & @melvincarter.bsky.social for Mayor.
LONG VERSION: docs.google.com/document/d/1...
LONG VERSION: docs.google.com/document/d/1...
October 30, 2025 at 12:36 AM
Me too 👇
Eerie photo from #amtrak #californiaZephr somewhere in Nevada
October 29, 2025 at 3:03 AM
Eerie photo from #amtrak #californiaZephr somewhere in Nevada
Rubber duck wall near panhandle, San Francisco. @bcmfietser.bsky.social
October 21, 2025 at 2:56 AM
Rubber duck wall near panhandle, San Francisco. @bcmfietser.bsky.social
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October 18, 2025 at 7:43 PM
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when i say that i yelped in shock at this kid’s sign
October 18, 2025 at 9:54 PM
when i say that i yelped in shock at this kid’s sign
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every one of these is larger than his inauguration
October 18, 2025 at 11:48 PM
every one of these is larger than his inauguration
Things that make you go “hmmmm” on the #amtrak #CaliforniaZephr
October 19, 2025 at 1:31 AM
Things that make you go “hmmmm” on the #amtrak #CaliforniaZephr
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An astonishingly large crowd!
Chicago
Chicago
October 18, 2025 at 9:18 PM
An astonishingly large crowd!
Chicago
Chicago
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No Kings protests outside of the US were massive today. 👍🔥
October 18, 2025 at 7:54 PM
No Kings protests outside of the US were massive today. 👍🔥
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Hell yes, Pittsburgh. Love Yinz. No Kings.
October 18, 2025 at 8:22 PM
Hell yes, Pittsburgh. Love Yinz. No Kings.
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HAPPENING NOW: A MASSIVE crowd of protesters flood the streets of San Diego for a “No Kings Day” rally showing their love for America and standing up against the corrupt fascist Trump administration. look how huge it is
October 18, 2025 at 6:34 PM
HAPPENING NOW: A MASSIVE crowd of protesters flood the streets of San Diego for a “No Kings Day” rally showing their love for America and standing up against the corrupt fascist Trump administration. look how huge it is
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here’s a current chopper view of the chicago protests. the crowd moved north from grant park up michigan avenue; chicago pd has blocked the bridge across the river to trump tower and are routing everyone west down wacker drive
October 18, 2025 at 7:20 PM
here’s a current chopper view of the chicago protests. the crowd moved north from grant park up michigan avenue; chicago pd has blocked the bridge across the river to trump tower and are routing everyone west down wacker drive