Doug Shipman
@dougship.bsky.social
Atlanta guy usually seen running around town
“If we ever closed the door to new Americans, our leadership in the world would soon be lost.”
- President Ronald Reagan
- President Ronald Reagan
November 29, 2025 at 3:15 PM
“If we ever closed the door to new Americans, our leadership in the world would soon be lost.”
- President Ronald Reagan
- President Ronald Reagan
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Sharing my story of growing up in South Columbus with Patricia Murphy brought me right back to the people and places that shaped me. They’re why I believe so deeply in Georgia’s potential, and why I’m fighting for every child to have better opportunities to succeed.
bit.ly/JasonAJCprof...
bit.ly/JasonAJCprof...
Jason Esteves looks to break out of crowded Democratic field for governor
Former state Sen. Jason Esteves is betting message of hope and opportunity will break through a crowded field for Georgia governor.
bit.ly
November 23, 2025 at 3:53 PM
Sharing my story of growing up in South Columbus with Patricia Murphy brought me right back to the people and places that shaped me. They’re why I believe so deeply in Georgia’s potential, and why I’m fighting for every child to have better opportunities to succeed.
bit.ly/JasonAJCprof...
bit.ly/JasonAJCprof...
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We’re building a movement powered by everyday Georgians. Join our volunteer team and help move Georgia forward. Sign up to volunteer and help us connect with neighbors, knock doors, make calls, and keep our momentum going.
November 25, 2025 at 3:06 PM
We’re building a movement powered by everyday Georgians. Join our volunteer team and help move Georgia forward. Sign up to volunteer and help us connect with neighbors, knock doors, make calls, and keep our momentum going.
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ICYMI: Your Inside City Hall this week revisits Atlanta's battle over short-term rentals. And Council President Doug Shipman urges for continued collaboration once he exits office. #atlpol www.ajc.com/news/2025/11...
Atlanta short-term rental owners thwart another neighborhood ban
The Atlanta City Council narrowly voted down a proposed ban in north Buckhead after short-term rental owners flocked to City Hall to testify against it. It failed by one vote.
www.ajc.com
November 20, 2025 at 3:22 PM
ICYMI: Your Inside City Hall this week revisits Atlanta's battle over short-term rentals. And Council President Doug Shipman urges for continued collaboration once he exits office. #atlpol www.ajc.com/news/2025/11...
I’m so excited for everyone to see the new and improved @civilhumanrights.bsky.social
So much to see and be inspired by in Downtown Atlanta
So much to see and be inspired by in Downtown Atlanta
November 25, 2025 at 5:08 PM
I’m so excited for everyone to see the new and improved @civilhumanrights.bsky.social
So much to see and be inspired by in Downtown Atlanta
So much to see and be inspired by in Downtown Atlanta
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“Are complete streets on Peachtree dead?”
That’s what Council President Doug Shipman asked Tuesday. And after two pedestrian deaths this year and zero safety upgrades, we’re asking too.
Peachtree St. was just repaved—but not made safer. No new crosswalks. No curb extensions. No traffic calming.
That’s what Council President Doug Shipman asked Tuesday. And after two pedestrian deaths this year and zero safety upgrades, we’re asking too.
Peachtree St. was just repaved—but not made safer. No new crosswalks. No curb extensions. No traffic calming.
May 22, 2025 at 6:54 PM
“Are complete streets on Peachtree dead?”
That’s what Council President Doug Shipman asked Tuesday. And after two pedestrian deaths this year and zero safety upgrades, we’re asking too.
Peachtree St. was just repaved—but not made safer. No new crosswalks. No curb extensions. No traffic calming.
That’s what Council President Doug Shipman asked Tuesday. And after two pedestrian deaths this year and zero safety upgrades, we’re asking too.
Peachtree St. was just repaved—but not made safer. No new crosswalks. No curb extensions. No traffic calming.
Energizing to see young folks advocating for greater civic participation.
Voting rights for 16yr olds in elections is an idea worth exploring at the municipal level and beyond.
Voting rights for 16yr olds in elections is an idea worth exploring at the municipal level and beyond.
Zeena Ahmed, head of Vote 16 Atlanta, has drafted a resolution of support to explore the participation of 16 & and 17-year-olds in voting during municipal elections.
www.vote16atlanta.org
www.vote16atlanta.org
Vote16Atlanta
16-year-olds work, pay taxes, and contribute to their communities — but we’re shut out of the voting booth. That’s taxation without representation, and it’s time to change it.
www.vote16atlanta.org
November 3, 2025 at 8:06 PM
Energizing to see young folks advocating for greater civic participation.
Voting rights for 16yr olds in elections is an idea worth exploring at the municipal level and beyond.
Voting rights for 16yr olds in elections is an idea worth exploring at the municipal level and beyond.
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Last day to early vote Atlanta!
Go today or Tuesday but make sure to vote
Go today or Tuesday but make sure to vote
October 31, 2025 at 12:24 PM
Last day to early vote Atlanta!
Go today or Tuesday but make sure to vote
Go today or Tuesday but make sure to vote
Last day to early vote Atlanta!
Go today or Tuesday but make sure to vote
Go today or Tuesday but make sure to vote
October 31, 2025 at 12:24 PM
Last day to early vote Atlanta!
Go today or Tuesday but make sure to vote
Go today or Tuesday but make sure to vote
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The TAD proposal is a generational decision that is larger than 5 annual general fund budgets
We need residents to weigh in on the list and your overall view in using your taxes in this way
We need residents to weigh in on the list and your overall view in using your taxes in this way
New: A draft project list sent to council members this week gives insight into how Mayor Dickens wants to spend an estimated $5.5 billion in revenue that would be generated by extending all Atlanta's tax allocation districts. #atlpol www.ajc.com/news/2025/10...
How Mayor Dickens wants to spend Atlanta’s tax district extension revenue
The total project list comes with a staggering $14.7 billion total price tag, according to documents obtained by the AJC.
www.ajc.com
October 25, 2025 at 11:10 PM
The TAD proposal is a generational decision that is larger than 5 annual general fund budgets
We need residents to weigh in on the list and your overall view in using your taxes in this way
We need residents to weigh in on the list and your overall view in using your taxes in this way
The TAD proposal is a generational decision that is larger than 5 annual general fund budgets
We need residents to weigh in on the list and your overall view in using your taxes in this way
We need residents to weigh in on the list and your overall view in using your taxes in this way
New: A draft project list sent to council members this week gives insight into how Mayor Dickens wants to spend an estimated $5.5 billion in revenue that would be generated by extending all Atlanta's tax allocation districts. #atlpol www.ajc.com/news/2025/10...
How Mayor Dickens wants to spend Atlanta’s tax district extension revenue
The total project list comes with a staggering $14.7 billion total price tag, according to documents obtained by the AJC.
www.ajc.com
October 25, 2025 at 11:10 PM
The TAD proposal is a generational decision that is larger than 5 annual general fund budgets
We need residents to weigh in on the list and your overall view in using your taxes in this way
We need residents to weigh in on the list and your overall view in using your taxes in this way
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These Oct. 21 & 23 candidate forums—with an Oct. 29 "Karaoke With Candidates" event—are being hosted by Propel ATL, Advance Atlanta, New Disabled South, the Just Youth program from Partnership for Southern Equity, and Red Bike & Green.
All Atlantans are invited! RSVP —> www.letspropelatl.org/forums
All Atlantans are invited! RSVP —> www.letspropelatl.org/forums
2025 Candidate Series
How we move determines how we live. Propel ATL and partners invite you to a three-part election event series spotlighting Atlanta’s most competitive 2025 City Council races. The first two events are c...
www.letspropelatl.org
October 17, 2025 at 2:22 PM
These Oct. 21 & 23 candidate forums—with an Oct. 29 "Karaoke With Candidates" event—are being hosted by Propel ATL, Advance Atlanta, New Disabled South, the Just Youth program from Partnership for Southern Equity, and Red Bike & Green.
All Atlantans are invited! RSVP —> www.letspropelatl.org/forums
All Atlantans are invited! RSVP —> www.letspropelatl.org/forums
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Beyond honored to be endorsed by Jason Carter. From lowering healthcare and housing costs to investing in schools and small businesses, I’m ready to hit the ground running. Georgia deserves leadership that puts people first, and that’s exactly what I’ll do as governor.
October 15, 2025 at 12:09 PM
Beyond honored to be endorsed by Jason Carter. From lowering healthcare and housing costs to investing in schools and small businesses, I’m ready to hit the ground running. Georgia deserves leadership that puts people first, and that’s exactly what I’ll do as governor.
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In the last 70 years, federal jobs fell from 4.5% of all employment to below 2%.
Civil servants aren't what's driving government debt, and firing them won't address it.
Civil servants aren't what's driving government debt, and firing them won't address it.
October 13, 2025 at 2:54 PM
In the last 70 years, federal jobs fell from 4.5% of all employment to below 2%.
Civil servants aren't what's driving government debt, and firing them won't address it.
Civil servants aren't what's driving government debt, and firing them won't address it.
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EXCLUSIVE: A new analysis by The Xylom's @alexip718.com shows for the first time just how much America’s top research institutions have grown to depend on H-1B skilled workers — and how this delicate balance might be disrupted by U.S. President Donald Trump’s crackdown on legal immigration.
The Most Detailed Maps of H-1B Visa Holders Joining America's Top Research Institutions
A new analysis by The Xylom shows for the first time just how much America’s top research institutions have grown to depend on the specialized knowledge of H-1B skilled workers — and how this…
www.thexylom.com
September 25, 2025 at 4:08 PM
EXCLUSIVE: A new analysis by The Xylom's @alexip718.com shows for the first time just how much America’s top research institutions have grown to depend on H-1B skilled workers — and how this delicate balance might be disrupted by U.S. President Donald Trump’s crackdown on legal immigration.
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It's bleak out there. But we're gonna do some good this week.
How I'd Fix Atlanta has partnered with Undue Medical Debt to help a bunch of ATLiens this week, and we need your help.
Give what you can. Tell everyone you know.
unduemedicaldebt.org/campaign/whe...
How I'd Fix Atlanta has partnered with Undue Medical Debt to help a bunch of ATLiens this week, and we need your help.
Give what you can. Tell everyone you know.
unduemedicaldebt.org/campaign/whe...
When Good Georgians Get Together, Great Things Happen
How I’d Fix Atlanta started as a free newsletter sent on a Thursday of most months in 2022. We’ve published 37 essays (and counting) since, put out a couple print zines, done some readings around the ...
unduemedicaldebt.org
September 22, 2025 at 12:29 PM
It's bleak out there. But we're gonna do some good this week.
How I'd Fix Atlanta has partnered with Undue Medical Debt to help a bunch of ATLiens this week, and we need your help.
Give what you can. Tell everyone you know.
unduemedicaldebt.org/campaign/whe...
How I'd Fix Atlanta has partnered with Undue Medical Debt to help a bunch of ATLiens this week, and we need your help.
Give what you can. Tell everyone you know.
unduemedicaldebt.org/campaign/whe...
If freedom of speech is taken away, then dumb and silent we may be led, like sheep to the slaughter.
- George Washington
- George Washington
September 18, 2025 at 7:50 PM
If freedom of speech is taken away, then dumb and silent we may be led, like sheep to the slaughter.
- George Washington
- George Washington
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The Atlanta City Council selected Carden Wyckoff, a disability advocate, to fill the District 2 vacancy through the remainder of the term—104 days from today.
Meet Carden Wyckoff, Wheelchair Warrior at 6 MPH
photo courtesy of Carden Wyckoff Meet Carden Wyckoff. She calls herself a wheelchair warrior at six miles per hour. She’s everywhere, advocating for: curb cuts, access-for-all during construc…
travelingatthespeedofbike.com
September 15, 2025 at 8:10 PM
The Atlanta City Council selected Carden Wyckoff, a disability advocate, to fill the District 2 vacancy through the remainder of the term—104 days from today.
The killing of Charlie Kirk was wrong and I am mourning for his friends and family today
“What we need in the US is not division; what we need in the US is not hatred; what we need in the US is not violence or lawlessness, but is love and wisdom, and compassion toward one another" -RFK
“What we need in the US is not division; what we need in the US is not hatred; what we need in the US is not violence or lawlessness, but is love and wisdom, and compassion toward one another" -RFK
September 11, 2025 at 2:29 PM
The killing of Charlie Kirk was wrong and I am mourning for his friends and family today
“What we need in the US is not division; what we need in the US is not hatred; what we need in the US is not violence or lawlessness, but is love and wisdom, and compassion toward one another" -RFK
“What we need in the US is not division; what we need in the US is not hatred; what we need in the US is not violence or lawlessness, but is love and wisdom, and compassion toward one another" -RFK
The US has lost 42K manufacturing jobs since "liberation day."
September 5, 2025 at 8:23 PM
The US has lost 42K manufacturing jobs since "liberation day."
Unneeded and unwanted
Our cities need resources not national guard units
Our cities need resources not national guard units
Garamendi: "Trump is creating a police state. When you consider where the National Guard is deployed in Washington, it's not in those areas where there's crime."
August 25, 2025 at 8:15 PM
Unneeded and unwanted
Our cities need resources not national guard units
Our cities need resources not national guard units
Katie Kirkpatrick, CEO of Metro Atlanta Chanber
“The status quo (@martaservente.bsky.social )
is not acceptable.”
#cosign
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“The status quo (@martaservente.bsky.social )
is not acceptable.”
#cosign
t.co/WDy2e2IGiH
https://www.ajc.com/opinion/2025/08/marta-set-standard-for-the-south-now-it-needs-bold-visionary-leadership/
t.co
August 20, 2025 at 9:23 PM
Katie Kirkpatrick, CEO of Metro Atlanta Chanber
“The status quo (@martaservente.bsky.social )
is not acceptable.”
#cosign
t.co/WDy2e2IGiH
“The status quo (@martaservente.bsky.social )
is not acceptable.”
#cosign
t.co/WDy2e2IGiH