@andygreensf.bsky.social
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If you are able, The Post's union has started a layoff fund for those fired by the world's fourth-richest man today. gofund.me/a310d0286
Donate to Washington Post 2026 layoff fund, organized by Rachel Siegel
On Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2026, The Washington Post laid off hundreds of journalists. We ar… Rachel Siegel needs your support for Washington Post 2026 layoff fund
gofund.me
February 4, 2026 at 4:35 PM
If you are able, The Post's union has started a layoff fund for those fired by the world's fourth-richest man today. gofund.me/a310d0286
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Illinois congressional candidate Reed Showalter hopes to use his expertise in anti-trust enforcement to take on monopolies in Washington if he wins in November. From @ddayen.bsky.social: trib.al/qWZMpUT
A Call-Up From the Anti-Monopoly Bench
Former antitrust enforcer Reed Showalter is running for Congress to leverage his expertise in fighting corporate power.
trib.al
September 16, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Illinois congressional candidate Reed Showalter hopes to use his expertise in anti-trust enforcement to take on monopolies in Washington if he wins in November. From @ddayen.bsky.social: trib.al/qWZMpUT
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Economic growth can elude America's rural communities, even as the national economy expands.
@gbenga-ajilore.bsky.social of @centeronbudget.bsky.social offers insights on why policymakers need a strategy to foster economic growth in rural areas.
equitablegrowth.org/a-place-base...
#EGEssaySeries
@gbenga-ajilore.bsky.social of @centeronbudget.bsky.social offers insights on why policymakers need a strategy to foster economic growth in rural areas.
equitablegrowth.org/a-place-base...
#EGEssaySeries
A place-based economic development strategy to foster rural U.S. prosperity
How a three-pronged, place-based strategy to spur economic growth in rural communities across the country boasts proven success.
equitablegrowth.org
September 12, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Economic growth can elude America's rural communities, even as the national economy expands.
@gbenga-ajilore.bsky.social of @centeronbudget.bsky.social offers insights on why policymakers need a strategy to foster economic growth in rural areas.
equitablegrowth.org/a-place-base...
#EGEssaySeries
@gbenga-ajilore.bsky.social of @centeronbudget.bsky.social offers insights on why policymakers need a strategy to foster economic growth in rural areas.
equitablegrowth.org/a-place-base...
#EGEssaySeries
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Washington DC, America’s bluest city, is building more homes per capita than Houston—not with bottom-up zoning reform but with top-down government action:
washingtonmonthly.com/2025/08/14/c...
washingtonmonthly.com/2025/08/14/c...
To Create Abundant Housing, Ignore the YIMBY Playbook | Washington Monthly
In the last 5 years, Washington DC experienced a housing boom. It took a lot more than passive deregulation.
washingtonmonthly.com
August 14, 2025 at 1:10 PM
Washington DC, America’s bluest city, is building more homes per capita than Houston—not with bottom-up zoning reform but with top-down government action:
washingtonmonthly.com/2025/08/14/c...
washingtonmonthly.com/2025/08/14/c...
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Frogtown fun starts in 2 days!🐸The Calaveras County Fair & Jumping Frog Jubilee runs Thurs–Sun in Angels Camp, CA. Compete or just cheer on at the Main Stage or casual Lily Pad stage. Inspired by Mark Twain, this quirky Gold Rush tradition now draws 30K–50K visitors a year.
May 14, 2025 at 2:55 AM
Frogtown fun starts in 2 days!🐸The Calaveras County Fair & Jumping Frog Jubilee runs Thurs–Sun in Angels Camp, CA. Compete or just cheer on at the Main Stage or casual Lily Pad stage. Inspired by Mark Twain, this quirky Gold Rush tradition now draws 30K–50K visitors a year.
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I LOVE this interview that @ddayen.bsky.social and I did with a corporate procurement expert on DOGE. It's amazing to see how absolutely bloated and fucked up big business really is.
Also CEOs you should give it a listen, you'll make more money. www.organizedmoney.fm/p/actually-b...
Also CEOs you should give it a listen, you'll make more money. www.organizedmoney.fm/p/actually-b...
Actually Bob, Corporate America is MORE Wasteful than the US Government
Dave Dayen and Matt Stoller are joined by Rich Ham, CEO of FineTune, specializing in corporate cost reductions, and strategies large organizations can use to reduce wasteful spending.
www.organizedmoney.fm
March 7, 2025 at 6:23 PM
I LOVE this interview that @ddayen.bsky.social and I did with a corporate procurement expert on DOGE. It's amazing to see how absolutely bloated and fucked up big business really is.
Also CEOs you should give it a listen, you'll make more money. www.organizedmoney.fm/p/actually-b...
Also CEOs you should give it a listen, you'll make more money. www.organizedmoney.fm/p/actually-b...
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We need more of this: Economic policy that fights for working families bravely but smartly. No going back to a free trade agenda for billionaires; no going forward into a crash and burn trade agenda for … who knows who. Smart tariffs for workers and communities who are hurting.
March 7, 2025 at 3:30 PM
We need more of this: Economic policy that fights for working families bravely but smartly. No going back to a free trade agenda for billionaires; no going forward into a crash and burn trade agenda for … who knows who. Smart tariffs for workers and communities who are hurting.
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Congressional Republicans’ budget plans would make America’s working class foot the bill for wasteful tax cuts for the wealthy.
Congressional Republicans’ Budget Plans Would Force America’s Working Class To Foot the Bill for Tax Cuts for the Wealthy
New budget proposals envision a massive tax giveaway to those at the top financed by working-class Americans, including cuts to health care and food programs.
buff.ly
March 5, 2025 at 9:05 PM
Congressional Republicans’ budget plans would make America’s working class foot the bill for wasteful tax cuts for the wealthy.
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I would like to note that USDA's Rural Development created a program - Timber Production Expansion Program in late 2024 to help small & medium size small diameter producers.
Of course, funding was frozen for it. Sometimes its good to leave well enough alone. 🤷🏿♂️
www.whitehouse.gov/presidential...
Of course, funding was frozen for it. Sometimes its good to leave well enough alone. 🤷🏿♂️
www.whitehouse.gov/presidential...
Immediate Expansion of American Timber Production
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered: Section 1. Purpose.
www.whitehouse.gov
March 2, 2025 at 2:03 AM
I would like to note that USDA's Rural Development created a program - Timber Production Expansion Program in late 2024 to help small & medium size small diameter producers.
Of course, funding was frozen for it. Sometimes its good to leave well enough alone. 🤷🏿♂️
www.whitehouse.gov/presidential...
Of course, funding was frozen for it. Sometimes its good to leave well enough alone. 🤷🏿♂️
www.whitehouse.gov/presidential...
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Today on the Organized Money podcast, we talked to Lina Khan. This is as close as our pod gets to having on a celebrity, and it's a great discussion about a model for governing: paying attention to what the law says and actually enforcing it.
www.organizedmoney.fm/p/when-gover...
www.organizedmoney.fm/p/when-gover...
When Government Works: A Conversation with Lina Khan
Dave Dayen and Matt Stoller sit down to talk about corporate power and the future of antitrust with former Federal Trade Commission Chair Lina Khan, the leader of the anti-monopoly movement.
www.organizedmoney.fm
February 27, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Today on the Organized Money podcast, we talked to Lina Khan. This is as close as our pod gets to having on a celebrity, and it's a great discussion about a model for governing: paying attention to what the law says and actually enforcing it.
www.organizedmoney.fm/p/when-gover...
www.organizedmoney.fm/p/when-gover...
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If the CFPB didn't decide last year that its mission required it to regulate Big Tech's entry into banking, it wouldn't be shut down today. We know that because Republicans in Congress are working now to make sure the agency can *never* go after Big Tech.
prospect.org/power/2025-0...
prospect.org/power/2025-0...
The CFPB Shutdown Is Entirely About Payment Apps
Elon Musk and other Big Tech CEOs want to manage your money without any regulatory protections.
prospect.org
February 26, 2025 at 2:49 PM
If the CFPB didn't decide last year that its mission required it to regulate Big Tech's entry into banking, it wouldn't be shut down today. We know that because Republicans in Congress are working now to make sure the agency can *never* go after Big Tech.
prospect.org/power/2025-0...
prospect.org/power/2025-0...
This is important today.
House Republicans could vote tonight to take health care from 30+ million Americans—including tens of thousands of people from each of their districts—in order to give billionaires a tax cut.
Please call today. We really can make a difference in the lives of millions of Americans.
Please call today. We really can make a difference in the lives of millions of Americans.
February 25, 2025 at 5:11 PM
This is important today.
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The populist revolt is here. When independent rural Alabama pharmacists are walking out in protest of big business coercion, you know it's not just Bernie making these arguments. www.al.com/politics/202...
Alabama pharmacists stage walkout amid mass closures: ‘Struggling to keep doors open’
“Pharmacies are struggling to keep their doors open,” the organization said. "We continue to lose pharmacies across Alabama every month."
www.al.com
February 25, 2025 at 2:39 PM
The populist revolt is here. When independent rural Alabama pharmacists are walking out in protest of big business coercion, you know it's not just Bernie making these arguments. www.al.com/politics/202...
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Join the Farm to Farm Forum in SF on March 12 from 4:30-6:30 pm. Whether you’re a seasoned urban farmer or just starting out, this event offers expert guidance, solutions, and networking to elevate your farm.
RSVP promo code: FreebieSale-2025
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February 25, 2025 at 2:24 PM
Join the Farm to Farm Forum in SF on March 12 from 4:30-6:30 pm. Whether you’re a seasoned urban farmer or just starting out, this event offers expert guidance, solutions, and networking to elevate your farm.
RSVP promo code: FreebieSale-2025
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RSVP promo code: FreebieSale-2025
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With everything else going on, the fact that Lina Khan's merger guidelines have been retained by the Trump administration is a small miracle. I asked Lina about it: "I think it goes underappreciated...the degree to which there actually has been bipartisan consensus on some of these core issues."
The New Antitrust Consensus
The Trump administration is maintaining the merger guidelines that Lina Khan co-authored, and big business is angry.
prospect.org
February 20, 2025 at 7:05 PM
With everything else going on, the fact that Lina Khan's merger guidelines have been retained by the Trump administration is a small miracle. I asked Lina about it: "I think it goes underappreciated...the degree to which there actually has been bipartisan consensus on some of these core issues."
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A range of proposals, including a menu of spending cuts that House Republicans are reportedly considering, would take away or reduce health coverage, help buying groceries, and other critical assistance from people in rural communities. www.cbpp.org/research/fed...
2025 Budget Stakes: Rural Communities Would Be Hurt by Proposed Policies and Cuts | Center on Budget and Policy Priorities
A range of proposals, including a menu of spending cuts that House Republicans are reportedly considering, would take away or reduce health coverage, help buying groceries, and other critical assistan...
www.cbpp.org
February 20, 2025 at 9:30 PM
A range of proposals, including a menu of spending cuts that House Republicans are reportedly considering, would take away or reduce health coverage, help buying groceries, and other critical assistance from people in rural communities. www.cbpp.org/research/fed...
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As CAP has done before, it will develop an agenda to build a resilient coalition and take on the Trump administration’s assault on core American values and its harms to Americans from all walks of life.
February 20, 2025 at 7:38 PM
As CAP has done before, it will develop an agenda to build a resilient coalition and take on the Trump administration’s assault on core American values and its harms to Americans from all walks of life.
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Today, the Center for American Progress announced that @neeratanden.bsky.social will be rejoining CAP as its new president and CEO.
Statement from CAP Board Chair John Podesta:
Statement from CAP Board Chair John Podesta:
STATEMENT: Neera Tanden Rejoins CAP as President and CEO
www.americanprogress.org
February 20, 2025 at 7:38 PM
Today, the Center for American Progress announced that @neeratanden.bsky.social will be rejoining CAP as its new president and CEO.
Statement from CAP Board Chair John Podesta:
Statement from CAP Board Chair John Podesta:
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I look at the cities listed here and it is not the SF/LA/NY/Boston, but smaller metros that need these resources to thrive. This funding would boost their economies.
Clean Energy Was Lifting Manufacturing. Now Investment Is in Jeopardy. www.nytimes.com/2025/02/20/b...
Clean Energy Was Lifting Manufacturing. Now Investment Is in Jeopardy. www.nytimes.com/2025/02/20/b...
Clean Energy Was Lifting Manufacturing. Now Investment Is in Jeopardy.
With the Trump administration reversing support for low-carbon power, the business case for making wind, solar and electric vehicle parts gets weaker.
www.nytimes.com
February 20, 2025 at 5:52 PM
I look at the cities listed here and it is not the SF/LA/NY/Boston, but smaller metros that need these resources to thrive. This funding would boost their economies.
Clean Energy Was Lifting Manufacturing. Now Investment Is in Jeopardy. www.nytimes.com/2025/02/20/b...
Clean Energy Was Lifting Manufacturing. Now Investment Is in Jeopardy. www.nytimes.com/2025/02/20/b...
Tremendous hire! Gbenga fights for economic opportunity and security for every American.
"Tomorrow is today" - MLK Jr.
I am happy to announce I am starting as Chief Economist at @centeronbudget.bsky.social-getting back on the macro beat.
Looking forward to engaging in important policy debates & advancing inclusive economic growth. www.cbpp.org/press/press-...
I am happy to announce I am starting as Chief Economist at @centeronbudget.bsky.social-getting back on the macro beat.
Looking forward to engaging in important policy debates & advancing inclusive economic growth. www.cbpp.org/press/press-...
CBPP Announces New Vice President for Housing and Income Security and New Chief Economist | Center on Budget and Policy Priorities
The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities (CBPP) announced today the hiring of two exceptional leaders: Cara Brumfield as Vice President for Housing and Income Security and Gbenga Ajilore as Chief...
www.cbpp.org
January 27, 2025 at 7:15 PM
Tremendous hire! Gbenga fights for economic opportunity and security for every American.
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Feels like ages ago, but ICYMI, I summarized all the Food & Ag-related antitrust actions that the Biden administration took just before leaving office - it was a lot! www.foodandpower.net/latest/psa-r...
Antitrust Action on the Way Out the Door, Biden Administration Finalizes Poultry Payment Rules and Sues John Deere and Pepsi — Food & Power
In the final days of the Biden administration, antitrust enforcers filed several lawsuits and finalized rules to help farmers and independent retailers.
www.foodandpower.net
January 24, 2025 at 11:32 PM
Feels like ages ago, but ICYMI, I summarized all the Food & Ag-related antitrust actions that the Biden administration took just before leaving office - it was a lot! www.foodandpower.net/latest/psa-r...
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🗓️ Join us for a conversation with @andygreensf.bsky.social
on January 27th at 11:00 a.m. EST!
He'll discuss U.S. Department of Agriculture rulemakings from the past three years, their impact on agriculture markets, and more.
RSVP today: attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/349...
on January 27th at 11:00 a.m. EST!
He'll discuss U.S. Department of Agriculture rulemakings from the past three years, their impact on agriculture markets, and more.
RSVP today: attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/349...
January 21, 2025 at 4:28 PM
🗓️ Join us for a conversation with @andygreensf.bsky.social
on January 27th at 11:00 a.m. EST!
He'll discuss U.S. Department of Agriculture rulemakings from the past three years, their impact on agriculture markets, and more.
RSVP today: attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/349...
on January 27th at 11:00 a.m. EST!
He'll discuss U.S. Department of Agriculture rulemakings from the past three years, their impact on agriculture markets, and more.
RSVP today: attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/349...
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I had a hand in several of the aspects mentioned in the press release & proud of the work that me and my colleagues did.
It had an impact and made the lives of many people, including thouse in rural areas, better and made the communities more resilient.
It had an impact and made the lives of many people, including thouse in rural areas, better and made the communities more resilient.
And now one more Executive Order from President Biden:
This one formalizes the Biden-Harris focus on helping "left-behind" communities.
My bet is the focus continues
www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-roo...
@brookings.edu @gbenga-ajilore.bsky.social @hboushey.bsky.social @drodrik.bsky.social
This one formalizes the Biden-Harris focus on helping "left-behind" communities.
My bet is the focus continues
www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-roo...
@brookings.edu @gbenga-ajilore.bsky.social @hboushey.bsky.social @drodrik.bsky.social
FACT SHEET: The Biden-Harris Administration Cements Legacy of Helping Left-Behind Communities Make a Comeback | The White House
Past administrations cut public investment and gave tax breaks to the wealthy. These trickle-down economic policies left behind too many communities
www.whitehouse.gov
January 19, 2025 at 6:07 PM
I had a hand in several of the aspects mentioned in the press release & proud of the work that me and my colleagues did.
It had an impact and made the lives of many people, including thouse in rural areas, better and made the communities more resilient.
It had an impact and made the lives of many people, including thouse in rural areas, better and made the communities more resilient.
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The USTR report lays it out clearly. Decades of unfair trade practices devastated these industries. Rebuilding U.S. shipbuilding and logistics starts with union jobs that create real opportunity for workers and strengthens our economy.
USW, Partners Welcome USTR’S Comprehensive Indictment of PRC’s Unfair Maritime Trade Practices
The United Steelworkers (USW) and its labor partners today welcomed the comprehensive report from the United States Trade Representative (USTR) on its investigation on commercial shipbuilding.
www.usw.org
January 17, 2025 at 8:42 PM
The USTR report lays it out clearly. Decades of unfair trade practices devastated these industries. Rebuilding U.S. shipbuilding and logistics starts with union jobs that create real opportunity for workers and strengthens our economy.
So proud of all that the Biden-Harris USDA, under Sec Vilsack’s leadership, has gotten done for the American people.
Check it out.
usda.exposure.co
Check it out.
usda.exposure.co
Biden-Harris USDA Renews Stability and Opportunity for Americans through Food System Transformation and a Focus on Rural Communities - U.S. Department of Agriculture Stories
Biden-Harris USDA Renews Hope and Stability and Opportunity for Americans through Food System Transformation and a Focus on Rural Communities
usda.exposure.co
January 17, 2025 at 6:15 PM
So proud of all that the Biden-Harris USDA, under Sec Vilsack’s leadership, has gotten done for the American people.
Check it out.
usda.exposure.co
Check it out.
usda.exposure.co