Public Banking Institute
@publicbanksnow.bsky.social
Our mission is to inspire, enable, & support Public Bank initiatives, returning control of money & credit to states & communities to: support local biz, create jobs, build & maintain infrastr, support & expand public budgets, & stabilize during econ crises
Co-founder of www.PublicBankingInstitute.org & the Godmother of PB author ellenhbrown.bsky.social has written a new article to guide @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social in navigating the path to #CreatePublicBanksNow! for the City of New York. He promised to do so in his Victory Speech. Allow us to help!
Why New York City Needs a Public Bank
“We will build a city-owned bank — not to serve shareholders, but to serve you.
ellenbrown.substack.com
November 17, 2025 at 6:10 PM
Co-founder of www.PublicBankingInstitute.org & the Godmother of PB author ellenhbrown.bsky.social has written a new article to guide @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social in navigating the path to #CreatePublicBanksNow! for the City of New York. He promised to do so in his Victory Speech. Allow us to help!
@zohrankmamdani.bsky.social we can help your team create a public bank for NYC to keep your money local, and leverage that $100 billion by a factor of 10! Abundance! www.publicbankinginstitute.org #CreatePublicBanksNow!
November 14, 2025 at 6:12 PM
@zohrankmamdani.bsky.social we can help your team create a public bank for NYC to keep your money local, and leverage that $100 billion by a factor of 10! Abundance! www.publicbankinginstitute.org #CreatePublicBanksNow!
@zohrankmamdani.bsky.social This is pretty interesting. A NYC public bank would increase the ability to leverage funds by a factor of 10, and students will help their communities thrive. We'd love to help you understand how to make this happen! www.publicbankinginstitute.org
#CreatePublicBanksNow!
#CreatePublicBanksNow!
Bank services on campus? These 15 schools are part of a new financial literacy program.
15 NYC public schools will soon be home to on-campus banking services through new pilot program
www.chalkbeat.org
November 14, 2025 at 6:10 PM
@zohrankmamdani.bsky.social This is pretty interesting. A NYC public bank would increase the ability to leverage funds by a factor of 10, and students will help their communities thrive. We'd love to help you understand how to make this happen! www.publicbankinginstitute.org
#CreatePublicBanksNow!
#CreatePublicBanksNow!
Wish your state had a public bank? #CreatePublicBanksNow!
ND should invest in a packing plant - The Journal
President Trump’s efforts to import Argentine beef reminded me that in 1995 the president of the North Dakota Stockmen’s Association, Dean Meyer, led a massive effort to create a beef producer-owned p...
www.journalnd.com
November 14, 2025 at 5:59 PM
Wish your state had a public bank? #CreatePublicBanksNow!
#LinaKhan is on @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social's transition team? Could they be considering a move to #CreatePublicBanksNow in NYC?
Zohran Mamdani announces all-female transition team
YouTube video by CNN
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November 10, 2025 at 3:46 PM
#LinaKhan is on @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social's transition team? Could they be considering a move to #CreatePublicBanksNow in NYC?
Gov Armstrong of ND is being recognized for his compassion & action. He helps his neighbors because he's the governor of the only state in the continental US which has a public bank. We could #CreatePublicBanksNow! in every state, and help our neighbors in times of scarcity or abundance. We choose!
Our opinion: Credit Armstrong for offering a compassionate hand up
We can help our friends and neighbors in a dignified way, or we can do it through a cold business transaction.
www.grandforksherald.com
November 6, 2025 at 2:58 PM
Gov Armstrong of ND is being recognized for his compassion & action. He helps his neighbors because he's the governor of the only state in the continental US which has a public bank. We could #CreatePublicBanksNow! in every state, and help our neighbors in times of scarcity or abundance. We choose!
We're pretty excited about the possibilities to #CreatePublicBanksNow in NYC. Public banks are not socialist, the only existing public bank in the continental US supports the residents of the very conservative state of #NorthDakota. Keep money local, working for us! $$ www.publicbankinginstitute.org
Democratic Public Finance: A Radical Vision for Mamdani’s New York City
Summary This document elaborates an emerging economic paradigm that is already latent in Zohran Mamdani’s plans and practices. The paradigm, which we call Democratic Public Finance (DPF), reframes …
moneyontheleft.org
November 6, 2025 at 2:45 PM
We're pretty excited about the possibilities to #CreatePublicBanksNow in NYC. Public banks are not socialist, the only existing public bank in the continental US supports the residents of the very conservative state of #NorthDakota. Keep money local, working for us! $$ www.publicbankinginstitute.org
“This unanimous vote sends a clear message that [SF] is ready to build a bank that serves the public good, not private profit,” said Misha Steier,... #SanFranciscoPublicBankCoalition. “By reinvesting our resources into our own communities, we can tackle the affordability and climate crises head-on.”
San Francisco's Green Bank Initiative Gains Momentum with Unanimous Board Vote - Davis Vanguard
The San Francisco Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to explore the creation of a city-run "green bank" to support renewable energy, affordable housing and small businesses, potentially making San...
davisvanguard.org
November 3, 2025 at 6:59 PM
“This unanimous vote sends a clear message that [SF] is ready to build a bank that serves the public good, not private profit,” said Misha Steier,... #SanFranciscoPublicBankCoalition. “By reinvesting our resources into our own communities, we can tackle the affordability and climate crises head-on.”
Once again #BankofNorthDakota can step up to care for the residents. Wish your state had a public bank? #CreatePublicBanksNow!
Gov. Kelly Armstrong announces $1.5M for food assistance as federal shutdown threatens programs
The state of North Dakota plans to direct $915,000 in Department of Health and Human Services funds to the Great Plains Food Bank. An additional $550,000 to $600,000 will go toward the WIC program.
www.inforum.com
November 3, 2025 at 6:48 PM
Once again #BankofNorthDakota can step up to care for the residents. Wish your state had a public bank? #CreatePublicBanksNow!
Wish your state had a public bank, so your Ag producers could refinance their debt? That's what Bank of North Dakota does, they're like firemen. They run in when everyone else is running out! They're first to arrive in a crisis. #BoND #CreatePublicBanksNow!
Bank of North Dakota planning debt refinancing program to help ag producers • North Dakota Monitor
The Bank of North Dakota is developing a disaster relief program to help agricultural producers in the state survive the current crisis.
northdakotamonitor.com
October 30, 2025 at 8:49 PM
Wish your state had a public bank, so your Ag producers could refinance their debt? That's what Bank of North Dakota does, they're like firemen. They run in when everyone else is running out! They're first to arrive in a crisis. #BoND #CreatePublicBanksNow!
We'd be happy to help you with that! Join us for our Coalition Calls the 2nd Friday of every month! www.publicbankinginstitute.org/connect
CA wants to #CreatePublicBanksNow! PBs can fund food aid programs for people who are losing their SNAP benefits. Or fund loans for furloughed federal employees.
CA wants to #CreatePublicBanksNow! PBs can fund food aid programs for people who are losing their SNAP benefits. Or fund loans for furloughed federal employees.
Supes to vote on public bank—and we can start to talk about ways to fund it - 48 hills
Several ballot measures at the state and local level would start to tax the very rich
48hills.org
October 30, 2025 at 8:16 PM
We'd be happy to help you with that! Join us for our Coalition Calls the 2nd Friday of every month! www.publicbankinginstitute.org/connect
CA wants to #CreatePublicBanksNow! PBs can fund food aid programs for people who are losing their SNAP benefits. Or fund loans for furloughed federal employees.
CA wants to #CreatePublicBanksNow! PBs can fund food aid programs for people who are losing their SNAP benefits. Or fund loans for furloughed federal employees.
"...a poll on Monday showing 67% of likely San Francisco voters support the creation of a public bank... “We have a business plan. And now we need the seed funding,” said Martí... A ballot measure is one way proponents are exploring generating initial capital..." #CreatePublicBanksNow!
San Francisco Public Bank Supporters Eye 2026 Ballot Measure | KQED
San Francisco is laying the groundwork to become the first city in the country to have a municipal bank, with supporters exploring their next steps.
www.kqed.org
October 8, 2025 at 3:26 PM
"...a poll on Monday showing 67% of likely San Francisco voters support the creation of a public bank... “We have a business plan. And now we need the seed funding,” said Martí... A ballot measure is one way proponents are exploring generating initial capital..." #CreatePublicBanksNow!
Even with all the chaos #BankofND had the funds to repair the courthouse dome in Grand Forks, ND. Wish your state had a public bank? #CreatePublicBanksNow!
Courthouse dome project concludes, with a shiny new beacon peeking above neighboring buildings
The roughly $4 million project looks like it will come in under budget. Get a view of the new penny-colored dome soon, since it won’t be long before it reverts back to its familiar green patina.
www.grandforksherald.com
October 6, 2025 at 3:48 PM
Even with all the chaos #BankofND had the funds to repair the courthouse dome in Grand Forks, ND. Wish your state had a public bank? #CreatePublicBanksNow!
#BankofND will be loaning money to other state agencies to continue #SNAP, #WIC and other public support. Wish your state had a public bank? #CreatePublicBanksNow! "No state employees who are federally funded will be furloughed or lose pay due to the federal government shutdown"... [says] ND OMB.
North Dakota agencies say impact of federal shutdown minimal — for now • North Dakota Monitor
No state employees who are federally funded will be furloughed or lose pay due to the federal government shutdown, according to the North Dakota Office of Management and Budget.
northdakotamonitor.com
October 6, 2025 at 3:41 PM
#BankofND will be loaning money to other state agencies to continue #SNAP, #WIC and other public support. Wish your state had a public bank? #CreatePublicBanksNow! "No state employees who are federally funded will be furloughed or lose pay due to the federal government shutdown"... [says] ND OMB.
Wish your state had a public bank to aid farmers? Or in #NY to complete the now defunded NYC 2nd Avenue subway and the critically needed Gateway tunnel! #CreatePublicBanksNow in every state! Take control of finances the feds consider theirs to control. They're dictating what gets funded locally. 😬😠😡
Bank of North Dakota developing loan program to aid farmers • North Dakota Monitor
The Bank of North Dakota is developing a loan assistance program for farmers in response to tough financial conditions facing the industry.
northdakotamonitor.com
October 3, 2025 at 12:35 PM
Wish your state had a public bank to aid farmers? Or in #NY to complete the now defunded NYC 2nd Avenue subway and the critically needed Gateway tunnel! #CreatePublicBanksNow in every state! Take control of finances the feds consider theirs to control. They're dictating what gets funded locally. 😬😠😡
"...Their deposits are made up of local tax revenues... offer loans to finance local needs, such as affordable housing and infrastructure projects. As loans get repaid, it generates more revenue for future local projects...keeps public dollars working for the community..." #CreatePublicBanksNow!
A Fresno bank, owned by the city? Meet the public banking model
Could a city-owned bank change the financial landscape in Fresno? Local leaders weigh the benefits of a public bank
fresnoland.org
September 30, 2025 at 1:07 PM
"...Their deposits are made up of local tax revenues... offer loans to finance local needs, such as affordable housing and infrastructure projects. As loans get repaid, it generates more revenue for future local projects...keeps public dollars working for the community..." #CreatePublicBanksNow!
State Rep. Francesca Hong, D-Madison, reiterated a desire to create a Wisconsin-owned bank during her first visit to the Green Bay area in her campaign for governor, doubling down on her campaign’s Democratic Socialist identity and emphasis on lowering the cost of living. #CreatePublicBanksNow!
State Rep. Francesca Hong says she wants a Wisconsin-run bank during Green Bay visit in governor's race
Keeping with her campaign’s cheeky tone, Hong explicitly tried to appeal to a Green Bay audience, saying a state-owned bank would combat “tailgate-flation.”
www.greenbaypressgazette.com
September 29, 2025 at 4:09 PM
State Rep. Francesca Hong, D-Madison, reiterated a desire to create a Wisconsin-owned bank during her first visit to the Green Bay area in her campaign for governor, doubling down on her campaign’s Democratic Socialist identity and emphasis on lowering the cost of living. #CreatePublicBanksNow!
#RecreatePostalBanksNow! "...The Postal Service once provided a great public postal banking program for over 57 years, but the big banks lobbied away the rights of citizens by ending the program so they could take advantage of the underbanked and charge higher banking rates in predatory loans..."
It is Time to Raise Your Voice and Take Action | American Postal Workers Union
“The Postal Service is enshrined in the U.S. Constitution. We cannot allow private markets to enrich themselves off the backs of postal workers, customers, and the public.” - Vice President Debby Szer...
apwu.org
September 15, 2025 at 7:48 PM
#RecreatePostalBanksNow! "...The Postal Service once provided a great public postal banking program for over 57 years, but the big banks lobbied away the rights of citizens by ending the program so they could take advantage of the underbanked and charge higher banking rates in predatory loans..."
"...She has also talked with her staff and North Dakota legislators about a plan for the Bank of North Dakota to partner with local banks to bring down interest rates on agriculture loans in the state..."
#CreatePublicBanksNow Bet you wish you had a state PB which could bring down interest rates!
#CreatePublicBanksNow Bet you wish you had a state PB which could bring down interest rates!
Fedorchak discusses work to alleviate U.S. farming crisis
Listen: Scott Hennen’s conversation with North Dakota Congresswoman Julie Fedorchak. WASHINGTON – North Dakota Congresswoman Julie Fedorchak is among many lawmakers weighing in on the concern facin...
www.am1100theflag.com
September 15, 2025 at 7:46 PM
"...She has also talked with her staff and North Dakota legislators about a plan for the Bank of North Dakota to partner with local banks to bring down interest rates on agriculture loans in the state..."
#CreatePublicBanksNow Bet you wish you had a state PB which could bring down interest rates!
#CreatePublicBanksNow Bet you wish you had a state PB which could bring down interest rates!
"This year, [ND] has once again been named #1 in Business Friendliness, marking the fourth consecutive year the state has held this prestigious ranking...[ND] is also home to the nation’s only state-owned bank, the #BoND, to provide unique business...PACE and FlexPACE Loans." #CreatePublicBanksNow!
fox5sandiego.com
August 25, 2025 at 7:50 PM
"This year, [ND] has once again been named #1 in Business Friendliness, marking the fourth consecutive year the state has held this prestigious ranking...[ND] is also home to the nation’s only state-owned bank, the #BoND, to provide unique business...PACE and FlexPACE Loans." #CreatePublicBanksNow!
@waforpublicbanking.bsky.social ED Marco Rossi has a new piece out on the benefits of creating #PublicBanksNow. Check it out!
A public bank could help Washington State counter the damage from Donald Trump's ugly vulture budget - NPI's Cascadia Advocate
The state’s own fiscal woes, which are connected to its perpetually upside down tax code, will continue to make writing budgets difficult. The dilemma for all states is clear: either find new ways to ...
www.nwprogressive.org
August 25, 2025 at 7:40 PM
@waforpublicbanking.bsky.social ED Marco Rossi has a new piece out on the benefits of creating #PublicBanksNow. Check it out!
publicbankinginstitute.org Founder and former Chair #EllenHBrown wrote another great article, this time explaing the The GENIUS Act and the National Bank Acts of 1863-64.
#CreatePublicBanksNow!
#CreatePublicBanksNow!
The GENIUS Act and the National Bank Acts of 1863-64 | Dissident Voice
This month Congress passed the GENIUS Act, an acronym for the “Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins of 2025.” Designed to regulate stablecoins, a category of cryptocurrenc...
dissidentvoice.org
August 11, 2025 at 8:20 PM
publicbankinginstitute.org Founder and former Chair #EllenHBrown wrote another great article, this time explaing the The GENIUS Act and the National Bank Acts of 1863-64.
#CreatePublicBanksNow!
#CreatePublicBanksNow!
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When the highly unpopular, budget-busting “Big Beautiful Bill” takes hold of the American economy, citizens and local governments will be faced with new levels of fiscal challenge — where will they get the money to keep their communities secure? -- by Walt McRee
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Federal Budget Cuts Accelerate Need for Local Public Banks
By kicking millions off Medicaid, shuttering national agencies, withdrawing nutritional support for childcare, Congress’ "BBB" will cause fiscal trauma for states and cities.
substack.com
July 30, 2025 at 5:53 PM
When the highly unpopular, budget-busting “Big Beautiful Bill” takes hold of the American economy, citizens and local governments will be faced with new levels of fiscal challenge — where will they get the money to keep their communities secure? -- by Walt McRee
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That's easy! #CreatePublicBanksNow! Public Banks are counter-cyclical, they invest in the things the community chooses. They're run by bankers not politicians. Check out the #BankOfNorthDakota, which is more profitable than any private bank in the US. publicbankinginstitute.org
How do we reform racially discriminatory banking practices?
Josh Silver joins the Exchange. He's a Senior Fellow at the National Community Reinvestment Coalition (NCRC)
www.ijpr.org
August 11, 2025 at 8:14 PM
That's easy! #CreatePublicBanksNow! Public Banks are counter-cyclical, they invest in the things the community chooses. They're run by bankers not politicians. Check out the #BankOfNorthDakota, which is more profitable than any private bank in the US. publicbankinginstitute.org
"What if I told you the most successful bank in the United States isn’t on Wall Street, but in Bismarck, North Dakota?...[ND]...runs a state-owned bank that helps local businesses grow, partners with community banks instead of crushing them, and returns profits to the public?" #CreatePublicBanksNow!
GUEST BLOG: Tadhg Stopford – A People’s Bank. A Profitable Bank. A Better Way. | The Daily Blog
thedailyblog.co.nz
August 11, 2025 at 6:46 PM
"What if I told you the most successful bank in the United States isn’t on Wall Street, but in Bismarck, North Dakota?...[ND]...runs a state-owned bank that helps local businesses grow, partners with community banks instead of crushing them, and returns profits to the public?" #CreatePublicBanksNow!