Scott Norris
@scottnorris757.bsky.social
Husband, father, progressive Minnesotan with his head in the clouds, trying to build a museum to reach the sky. I like dogs. I like travel.
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I'm a Veteran of the US Army. Thanks for this.
When the VA in Minneapolis put up its first memorial to Alex Pretti, a man who spent his life serving Veterans, MAGA Vets and management had it removed, to please Trump.
No one can heal people who are that broken. www.startribune.com/mournful-cer...
When the VA in Minneapolis put up its first memorial to Alex Pretti, a man who spent his life serving Veterans, MAGA Vets and management had it removed, to please Trump.
No one can heal people who are that broken. www.startribune.com/mournful-cer...
Mournful, ceremonial: Minneapolis VA memorial gathering overflows to remember Alex Pretti
Nearly 1,000 of Pretti’s colleagues found one way or another to watch the service in the hospital’s chapel.
www.startribune.com
February 8, 2026 at 1:08 PM
I'm a Veteran of the US Army. Thanks for this.
When the VA in Minneapolis put up its first memorial to Alex Pretti, a man who spent his life serving Veterans, MAGA Vets and management had it removed, to please Trump.
No one can heal people who are that broken. www.startribune.com/mournful-cer...
When the VA in Minneapolis put up its first memorial to Alex Pretti, a man who spent his life serving Veterans, MAGA Vets and management had it removed, to please Trump.
No one can heal people who are that broken. www.startribune.com/mournful-cer...
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One of many good pieces in print NYT Opinion section: John Garnaut on how Trump's perverse combo of hostility to allies + TACO to China is empowering PRC and undermining Taiwan.
Whether "inadvertent," purposeful, merely incompetent, or corrupt, it's dangerous.
www.nytimes.com/2026/02/03/o...
Whether "inadvertent," purposeful, merely incompetent, or corrupt, it's dangerous.
www.nytimes.com/2026/02/03/o...
February 8, 2026 at 3:37 PM
One of many good pieces in print NYT Opinion section: John Garnaut on how Trump's perverse combo of hostility to allies + TACO to China is empowering PRC and undermining Taiwan.
Whether "inadvertent," purposeful, merely incompetent, or corrupt, it's dangerous.
www.nytimes.com/2026/02/03/o...
Whether "inadvertent," purposeful, merely incompetent, or corrupt, it's dangerous.
www.nytimes.com/2026/02/03/o...
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Here is the Federal Government stopping the investigation into the unjustified killing of Renee Good on the streets of Minneapolis for fear that it would contradict Trump's desired narrative...
Do any Minnesota news outlets want to report on this??? www.rawstory.com/nicole-good-...
Do any Minnesota news outlets want to report on this??? www.rawstory.com/nicole-good-...
Kash Patel halted Nicole Good probe over fear it would blow up Trump claims: report
FBI Director Kash Patel personally ordered local prosecutors to cease investigating the death of Renee Good because he feared it would contradict President Donald Trump's version of the killing, a New...
www.rawstory.com
February 7, 2026 at 1:12 PM
Here is the Federal Government stopping the investigation into the unjustified killing of Renee Good on the streets of Minneapolis for fear that it would contradict Trump's desired narrative...
Do any Minnesota news outlets want to report on this??? www.rawstory.com/nicole-good-...
Do any Minnesota news outlets want to report on this??? www.rawstory.com/nicole-good-...
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From the UMN: U of M Twin Cities: MINNEAPOLIS FIRE DEPARTMENT RESPONDING TO A LARGE SCALE FIRE, INCLUDING A SLIGHT EXPLOSION, AT THE STEAM PLANT 600 MAIN ST SE. UMPD IS PREFORMING TRAFFIC CONTROL. PLEASE AVOID THE AREA.
February 7, 2026 at 5:16 AM
From the UMN: U of M Twin Cities: MINNEAPOLIS FIRE DEPARTMENT RESPONDING TO A LARGE SCALE FIRE, INCLUDING A SLIGHT EXPLOSION, AT THE STEAM PLANT 600 MAIN ST SE. UMPD IS PREFORMING TRAFFIC CONTROL. PLEASE AVOID THE AREA.
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Here it is!!!! The Sandwich Fact!!!! Near guaranteed to make you go "huh I didn't know that" unless you did!
buttondown.com/theswordandt...
buttondown.com/theswordandt...
February 6, 2026 at 6:19 PM
Here it is!!!! The Sandwich Fact!!!! Near guaranteed to make you go "huh I didn't know that" unless you did!
buttondown.com/theswordandt...
buttondown.com/theswordandt...
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Twin Cities to Fargo: A Maximalist Approach: https://streets.mn/2026/02/05/twin-cities-to-fargo-a-maximalist-approach/
Reflecting on a ride on the Michigan Line and underutilized train lines.
Reflecting on a ride on the Michigan Line and underutilized train lines.
February 5, 2026 at 1:01 PM
Twin Cities to Fargo: A Maximalist Approach: https://streets.mn/2026/02/05/twin-cities-to-fargo-a-maximalist-approach/
Reflecting on a ride on the Michigan Line and underutilized train lines.
Reflecting on a ride on the Michigan Line and underutilized train lines.
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The lawsuit argues immigration enforcement near schools has caused fear, disrupted learning and driven steep drops in attendance. https://bringmethenews.com/minnesota-news/minnesota-school-districts-sue-feds-to-block-ice-activity-near-schools
February 5, 2026 at 3:41 PM
The lawsuit argues immigration enforcement near schools has caused fear, disrupted learning and driven steep drops in attendance. https://bringmethenews.com/minnesota-news/minnesota-school-districts-sue-feds-to-block-ice-activity-near-schools
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"Counterintuitively, trains get cheaper the faster they go as they can make more trips with the same amount of crew and equipment, while also attracting additional riders." streets.mn/2026/02/05/t...
Twin Cities to Fargo: A Maximalist Approach
Reflecting on a ride on the Michigan Line and underutilized train lines.
streets.mn
February 5, 2026 at 3:04 PM
"Counterintuitively, trains get cheaper the faster they go as they can make more trips with the same amount of crew and equipment, while also attracting additional riders." streets.mn/2026/02/05/t...
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Axios had a story today about how hard Minnesota’s economy is being hit and how slow the recovery could be. So, I’m going to take this opportunity to say that if you want to support the Twin Cities, you should plan a visit for this summer, spend some money here, & see how amazing it is for yourself.
February 4, 2026 at 1:47 PM
Axios had a story today about how hard Minnesota’s economy is being hit and how slow the recovery could be. So, I’m going to take this opportunity to say that if you want to support the Twin Cities, you should plan a visit for this summer, spend some money here, & see how amazing it is for yourself.
@stephaniemiller.bsky.social you played the “Good Morning Song” the other day - actually super relevant to #Minnesota #radio as that was what Boone & Erickson played every morning on WCCO in the 70s-80s (and had a 50 share!) It’s a sweet callout to us up here!
February 5, 2026 at 3:06 PM
@stephaniemiller.bsky.social you played the “Good Morning Song” the other day - actually super relevant to #Minnesota #radio as that was what Boone & Erickson played every morning on WCCO in the 70s-80s (and had a 50 share!) It’s a sweet callout to us up here!
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Please understand that this isn’t over here in Minnesota and that the term “drawdown” is misleading.
After 6am this morning in Whittier, Minneapolis—FOUR BLOCKS from where Pretti was murdered.
18 agents with Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) markings smashed an apartment window, ran in, and came out with one man.
18 agents with Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) markings smashed an apartment window, ran in, and came out with one man.
February 5, 2026 at 1:59 PM
Please understand that this isn’t over here in Minnesota and that the term “drawdown” is misleading.
AWOOoOooOoO. 1st Wednesday of the month, 1300 hrs. #Minnesota #MNWX
February 4, 2026 at 7:01 PM
AWOOoOooOoO. 1st Wednesday of the month, 1300 hrs. #Minnesota #MNWX
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The suburban observers, heavily women, say they share a personality type.
“Many of us have encountered bullies our entire lives...I think that turns you into somebody that, even if that bully is wearing full tactical gear, I'm not interested in laying down for you.” www.mprnews.org/story/2026/0...
“Many of us have encountered bullies our entire lives...I think that turns you into somebody that, even if that bully is wearing full tactical gear, I'm not interested in laying down for you.” www.mprnews.org/story/2026/0...
Pursued by federal agents, suburban ICE observers remain resolved
After a frightening pursuit by federal agents, suburban ICE observers say fear hasn’t stopped them from protecting their communities.
www.mprnews.org
February 4, 2026 at 3:42 PM
The suburban observers, heavily women, say they share a personality type.
“Many of us have encountered bullies our entire lives...I think that turns you into somebody that, even if that bully is wearing full tactical gear, I'm not interested in laying down for you.” www.mprnews.org/story/2026/0...
“Many of us have encountered bullies our entire lives...I think that turns you into somebody that, even if that bully is wearing full tactical gear, I'm not interested in laying down for you.” www.mprnews.org/story/2026/0...
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Don't agree with Cato Inst on much. But:
Very glad they have quantified what has been obvious for years.
Very glad they have quantified what has been obvious for years.
The US immigrant population generated more in taxes than they received in benefits from all levels of government every year from 1994 to 2023.
The Cato study provides the first-ever 30-year analysis of the fiscal effects of immigration on government budgets.
https://ow.ly/jy8a50Y8kM3
The Cato study provides the first-ever 30-year analysis of the fiscal effects of immigration on government budgets.
https://ow.ly/jy8a50Y8kM3
February 4, 2026 at 2:45 AM
Don't agree with Cato Inst on much. But:
Very glad they have quantified what has been obvious for years.
Very glad they have quantified what has been obvious for years.
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happening this morning in Minneapolis -- ICE agents drawing guns on observers. I reiterate again that it is only a matter of time before DHS kills more innocent people in Minnesota. Congress needs to shut this shit down right now.
February 3, 2026 at 4:19 PM
happening this morning in Minneapolis -- ICE agents drawing guns on observers. I reiterate again that it is only a matter of time before DHS kills more innocent people in Minnesota. Congress needs to shut this shit down right now.
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Far-right Americans want you to believe that having nice things is impossible, and that serving billionaires is the only thing you can do.
This is a lie. The rest of the world has solved many problems Republicans pretend are impossible.
This is a lie. The rest of the world has solved many problems Republicans pretend are impossible.
Motherhood costs Danish women an average of $120,000 in earnings over two decades, according to a sociologist who researches family and economics. Generous government benefits like paid leave, childcare and child allowances recovered about $100,000 of that loss. buff.ly/pAtuCS0
Denmark’s generous child care and parental leave policies erase 80% of the ‘motherhood penalty’ for working moms
Two researchers found that Danish government benefits do not fully offset moms’ lost earnings. But they do help offset lost income for working women with kids.
theconversation.com
February 3, 2026 at 2:32 AM
Far-right Americans want you to believe that having nice things is impossible, and that serving billionaires is the only thing you can do.
This is a lie. The rest of the world has solved many problems Republicans pretend are impossible.
This is a lie. The rest of the world has solved many problems Republicans pretend are impossible.
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How Minnesotans deal with political violence
YouTube video by Frost Simula
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February 3, 2026 at 3:18 AM
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This sign was created and printed by local design collective Burlseque, the same folks behind these signs: www.fastcompany.com/91480108/the...
These clever anti-ICE signs are taking over Minneapolis
Meet Burlesque, the local design team behind the municipal iconography-riffing signage popping up on yard signs in and storefront windows.
www.fastcompany.com
February 1, 2026 at 4:38 PM
This sign was created and printed by local design collective Burlseque, the same folks behind these signs: www.fastcompany.com/91480108/the...
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Okay! This has already inspired a bunch of DMs, so I made a page on the website. If you have 50,000+ Skymiles and would be willing to book flights to get someone home, please fill this out.
Donate Your Skymiles — Stand With Minnesota
Donate your Delta Skymiles to get people home from Texas
www.standwithminnesota.com
February 1, 2026 at 6:22 PM
Okay! This has already inspired a bunch of DMs, so I made a page on the website. If you have 50,000+ Skymiles and would be willing to book flights to get someone home, please fill this out.
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NEW: School hallways are silent. Grandparents patrol outside in shifts. Two more kids taken from Liam Ramos' school.
Trump isn't deescalating ICE at all at MN schools.
“I stopped wearing my high heels to work. I wear my boots to work because I have had to run." www.huffpost.com/entry/ice-mi...
Trump isn't deescalating ICE at all at MN schools.
“I stopped wearing my high heels to work. I wear my boots to work because I have had to run." www.huffpost.com/entry/ice-mi...
ICE Is Circling Minnesota Schools, Looking For Children to Take
Liam Ramos, 5, isn’t the only child in detention. Teachers and parents describe kids being hunted by federal agents.
www.huffpost.com
January 31, 2026 at 1:32 PM
NEW: School hallways are silent. Grandparents patrol outside in shifts. Two more kids taken from Liam Ramos' school.
Trump isn't deescalating ICE at all at MN schools.
“I stopped wearing my high heels to work. I wear my boots to work because I have had to run." www.huffpost.com/entry/ice-mi...
Trump isn't deescalating ICE at all at MN schools.
“I stopped wearing my high heels to work. I wear my boots to work because I have had to run." www.huffpost.com/entry/ice-mi...
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This is Minneapolis:
Message from our superintendent
Message from our superintendent
January 31, 2026 at 12:53 AM
This is Minneapolis:
Message from our superintendent
Message from our superintendent
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1/4 of students in a rural Minnesota town aren’t going to school
ICE is quietly reshaping daily life in greater MN, too.
In Willmar, more than 1,200 of 4,000 students were absent recently -- both white and BIPOC, teacher Tammy Knapper says. ICE detained a 19-year-old student for five days. Trauma takes the place of learning. Something must change. #edmnvotes
In Willmar, more than 1,200 of 4,000 students were absent recently -- both white and BIPOC, teacher Tammy Knapper says. ICE detained a 19-year-old student for five days. Trauma takes the place of learning. Something must change. #edmnvotes
January 31, 2026 at 2:13 AM
1/4 of students in a rural Minnesota town aren’t going to school
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‘Streets of Minneapolis’: 32 protest songs inspired by the Twin Cities’ ICE resistance www.minnpost.com/arts-culture...
‘Streets of Minneapolis’: 32 protest songs inspired by the city's ICE resistance
MinnPost contributor Jim Walsh compiles a playlist by songwriters who are tapping into their talent, anger, artistry and empathy to support Minnesota.
www.minnpost.com
January 30, 2026 at 4:55 PM
‘Streets of Minneapolis’: 32 protest songs inspired by the Twin Cities’ ICE resistance www.minnpost.com/arts-culture...