Hilary Lynn Johnston
@hilarylynn.bsky.social
Settler on unceded Algonquin land, parent of young adults, homemaker & volunteer. "Economics" - household management. Human milk for tiny humans!
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So Flint, Michigan gave $1,500 to all pregnant people, plus $500 each month for the first year of the child’s young life.
It saved Flint $6.2 million dollars a year, due to lower rates of rates of prematurity and low birth weight, with fewer corresponding admissions.
The right thing, AND cheaper.
It saved Flint $6.2 million dollars a year, due to lower rates of rates of prematurity and low birth weight, with fewer corresponding admissions.
The right thing, AND cheaper.
The US town that pays every pregnant woman $1,500: ‘We’re not OK with our babies being born into poverty’
Infants in Rx Kids in Flint, Michigan, saw lower rates of prematurity and other issues, saving millions in NICU visits
www.theguardian.com
September 18, 2025 at 2:57 AM
So Flint, Michigan gave $1,500 to all pregnant people, plus $500 each month for the first year of the child’s young life.
It saved Flint $6.2 million dollars a year, due to lower rates of rates of prematurity and low birth weight, with fewer corresponding admissions.
The right thing, AND cheaper.
It saved Flint $6.2 million dollars a year, due to lower rates of rates of prematurity and low birth weight, with fewer corresponding admissions.
The right thing, AND cheaper.
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My least popular (and most correct) view is that cars should be automatically limited to the local speed limit. Put the pedal to the floor and you still can't go over 25mph in a residential area.
(15 in Manhattan btw)
(15 in Manhattan btw)
There is no possible justification for limiting e-bikes to 15mph but not cars.
New York Has a New E-Bike Speed Limit—and No Way to Enforce It
August 9, 2025 at 4:47 PM
My least popular (and most correct) view is that cars should be automatically limited to the local speed limit. Put the pedal to the floor and you still can't go over 25mph in a residential area.
(15 in Manhattan btw)
(15 in Manhattan btw)
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Journalist Anas al-Sharif with his daughter Sham and son Salah.
Today's assassination of al-Sharif and four other Al Jazeera staff brings the number of journalists killed by Israel to 237.
www.middleeasteye.net/news/al-jaze...
Today's assassination of al-Sharif and four other Al Jazeera staff brings the number of journalists killed by Israel to 237.
www.middleeasteye.net/news/al-jaze...
August 10, 2025 at 11:43 PM
Journalist Anas al-Sharif with his daughter Sham and son Salah.
Today's assassination of al-Sharif and four other Al Jazeera staff brings the number of journalists killed by Israel to 237.
www.middleeasteye.net/news/al-jaze...
Today's assassination of al-Sharif and four other Al Jazeera staff brings the number of journalists killed by Israel to 237.
www.middleeasteye.net/news/al-jaze...
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Germany halts Gaza-related arms exports to Israel over expanded offensive
www.politico.eu/article/germ...
#news #genocide #gaza #palestine.
www.politico.eu/article/germ...
#news #genocide #gaza #palestine.
www.politico.eu
August 8, 2025 at 6:16 PM
Germany halts Gaza-related arms exports to Israel over expanded offensive
www.politico.eu/article/germ...
#news #genocide #gaza #palestine.
www.politico.eu/article/germ...
#news #genocide #gaza #palestine.
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The Liberal government announced its long-promised pay increase for members of the Canadian military on Friday, unveiling a graduated series of salary top-ups and incentives that will help the lowest-ranking soldiers, sailors and aircrew the most. #cdnpoli www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
Liberals spending $2B to boost military pay and benefits this year | CBC News
Prime Minister Mark Carney announced a sweeping series of pay and benefit increases for members of the military designed to attract new recruits and retain existing members.
www.cbc.ca
August 8, 2025 at 5:39 PM
The Liberal government announced its long-promised pay increase for members of the Canadian military on Friday, unveiling a graduated series of salary top-ups and incentives that will help the lowest-ranking soldiers, sailors and aircrew the most. #cdnpoli www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
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"The Girl Guides of Canada ... is suspending all trips to the United States over concerns for the safety of its members amid the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown." www.nytimes.com/2025/08/08/w...
Canada’s Girl Guides Suspend U.S. Trips Amid Trump’s Immigration Crackdown
www.nytimes.com
August 8, 2025 at 5:44 PM
"The Girl Guides of Canada ... is suspending all trips to the United States over concerns for the safety of its members amid the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown." www.nytimes.com/2025/08/08/w...
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Motherfucking wind farms…
July 30, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Motherfucking wind farms…
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actually I feel quite comfortable with my consistently held ethical stance that "people should not be bombed", thanks
June 30, 2025 at 12:01 PM
actually I feel quite comfortable with my consistently held ethical stance that "people should not be bombed", thanks
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UN expert urges criminalizing fossil fuel disinformation, banning lobbying
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
UN expert urges criminalizing fossil fuel disinformation, banning lobbying
Rapporteur calls for defossilization of economies and urgent reparations to avert ‘catastrophic’ rights and climate harms
www.theguardian.com
June 30, 2025 at 8:00 AM
UN expert urges criminalizing fossil fuel disinformation, banning lobbying
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
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Actual quote from actual old guy at the driving range: "Funny thing about government services, you don't notice them when they work well."
April 23, 2025 at 10:28 PM
Actual quote from actual old guy at the driving range: "Funny thing about government services, you don't notice them when they work well."
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Science Under Siege: How to Fight the Five Most Powerful Forces that Threaten Our World|Hardcover
Two of the world’s most respected scientists reveal the forces behind the dangerous anti-science movement—and show us how to fight back From pandemics to the climate crisis, humanity faces...
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April 23, 2025 at 2:15 PM
Pre-order my forthcoming book w/ @peterhotezmdphd.bsky.social, #ScienceUnderSiege via @barnesandnoble.com & get 25% off!
(April 23–25 only; use code PREORDER25. Must be B&N Rewards Member—FREE to join)
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Pope Francis’s "Urbi et Orbi" Easter speech:
“How much contempt is stirred up at times towards the vulnerable, the marginalized and migrants...I appeal to all those in positions of political responsibility in our world not to yield to the logic of fear which only leads to isolation from others.”
“How much contempt is stirred up at times towards the vulnerable, the marginalized and migrants...I appeal to all those in positions of political responsibility in our world not to yield to the logic of fear which only leads to isolation from others.”
April 21, 2025 at 11:25 AM
Pope Francis’s "Urbi et Orbi" Easter speech:
“How much contempt is stirred up at times towards the vulnerable, the marginalized and migrants...I appeal to all those in positions of political responsibility in our world not to yield to the logic of fear which only leads to isolation from others.”
“How much contempt is stirred up at times towards the vulnerable, the marginalized and migrants...I appeal to all those in positions of political responsibility in our world not to yield to the logic of fear which only leads to isolation from others.”
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Hollywood has struggled to come up with a climate movie or TV show that isn't a dystopian thriller or obtuse metaphor.
So I'm thrilled that @macpherzone.bsky.social will be adapting my book about oil companies covering up climate secrets for New Pictures.
deadline.com/2024/12/geof...
So I'm thrilled that @macpherzone.bsky.social will be adapting my book about oil companies covering up climate secrets for New Pictures.
deadline.com/2024/12/geof...
‘The Rig’ Creator Adapting Geoff Dembicki’s Bombshell Investigation Into Fossil Fuel Companies & Climate Change For TV
Geoff Dembicki's 'The Petroleum Papers' is being adapted for TV by 'The Rig' creator David MacPherson.
deadline.com
December 2, 2024 at 2:46 PM
Hollywood has struggled to come up with a climate movie or TV show that isn't a dystopian thriller or obtuse metaphor.
So I'm thrilled that @macpherzone.bsky.social will be adapting my book about oil companies covering up climate secrets for New Pictures.
deadline.com/2024/12/geof...
So I'm thrilled that @macpherzone.bsky.social will be adapting my book about oil companies covering up climate secrets for New Pictures.
deadline.com/2024/12/geof...
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Today, more than 250 organisations are calling on the Brazilian Presidency of COP30 and the UNFCCC, to put an end to the undue influence of fossil fuel lobbyist in climate talks. Check out the open letter www.transparency.org/en/press/tra...
Transparency International and Partners call for immediate action to…
Transparency International & 250+ groups urge COP30 to ban polluter lobbyists, boost transparency and ethics in climate talks.
www.transparency.org
March 19, 2025 at 12:54 AM
Today, more than 250 organisations are calling on the Brazilian Presidency of COP30 and the UNFCCC, to put an end to the undue influence of fossil fuel lobbyist in climate talks. Check out the open letter www.transparency.org/en/press/tra...
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Oh, definitely. Choosing to be car free when you can afford one (because you have much privilege in choosing work, live, shop, school, kids activities, alt transport) is VERY different than being unable to afford a car and spending much time inefficiently getting around.
New #research on car-free households reveals two key insights: 1) Important distinctions between "car-free by choice" vs "car-less by necessity" showing social/economic differences 2) Research lacks #socialscience perspective.
www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
March 7, 2025 at 2:06 AM
Oh, definitely. Choosing to be car free when you can afford one (because you have much privilege in choosing work, live, shop, school, kids activities, alt transport) is VERY different than being unable to afford a car and spending much time inefficiently getting around.
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“When roads are seen as something that promotes the economy and makes us richer, but buses, bike lanes and walkability are perceived as policies that are good for the environment, then clearly roads are going to win most times”
It’s time to depoliticise sustainable transportation
How roads became 'Technical' and bike lanes became 'Political', and what to do about it.
substack.com/inbox/post/1...
How roads became 'Technical' and bike lanes became 'Political', and what to do about it.
substack.com/inbox/post/1...
It’s time to depoliticise sustainable transportation
How roads became 'Technical' and bike lanes became 'Political', and what to do about it.
substack.com
February 24, 2025 at 8:44 PM
“When roads are seen as something that promotes the economy and makes us richer, but buses, bike lanes and walkability are perceived as policies that are good for the environment, then clearly roads are going to win most times”
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“I don’t want to take the train from my house in Oakvilke to my office on Bay St, so you can’t have patios or bike lanes.”
I thought the TRBOT was smarter than this; their advocacy for a better rail system was great.
I thought the TRBOT was smarter than this; their advocacy for a better rail system was great.
the toronto region board of trade really shows its true colours as a big corporate interest group with their flawed report.
at this point, this "business interest group" has thrown every local small business in downtown toronto under the bus by calling to remove much-loved caféTO street patios.
at this point, this "business interest group" has thrown every local small business in downtown toronto under the bus by calling to remove much-loved caféTO street patios.
February 22, 2025 at 9:47 AM
“I don’t want to take the train from my house in Oakvilke to my office on Bay St, so you can’t have patios or bike lanes.”
I thought the TRBOT was smarter than this; their advocacy for a better rail system was great.
I thought the TRBOT was smarter than this; their advocacy for a better rail system was great.
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THIS IS IT. The special general elections for Florida’s 1st & 6th Congressional Districts are on APRIL 1, 2025. If we flip these seats, we can STOP Project 2025. No excuses! Mark your calendars! Show up!
February 6, 2025 at 12:03 PM
THIS IS IT. The special general elections for Florida’s 1st & 6th Congressional Districts are on APRIL 1, 2025. If we flip these seats, we can STOP Project 2025. No excuses! Mark your calendars! Show up!
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"Everyone thinks of solar like the Whole Foods of energy - better for you, but pricey. In fact, it's now the Costco of energy, and everyone needs to know that." - yet another unforgettable thought from @billmckibben.bsky.social
TODAY at 1PM E / 10AM P!
Join @revyearwood.bsky.social, @billmckibben.bsky.social, and many more as we team up with the Music Sustainability Alliance to address the link between the wildfires and climate change, and explore what lies ahead. Free watch link here: teamhappily.zoom.us/j/85635428469
Join @revyearwood.bsky.social, @billmckibben.bsky.social, and many more as we team up with the Music Sustainability Alliance to address the link between the wildfires and climate change, and explore what lies ahead. Free watch link here: teamhappily.zoom.us/j/85635428469
February 3, 2025 at 6:16 PM
"Everyone thinks of solar like the Whole Foods of energy - better for you, but pricey. In fact, it's now the Costco of energy, and everyone needs to know that." - yet another unforgettable thought from @billmckibben.bsky.social
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Job Opportunity: PressProgress is hiring a Labour Reporter.
This is a permanent role and will join our team of full-time, unionized investigative journalists. Closing date January 31, 2025.
#CdnMediaJobs
This is a permanent role and will join our team of full-time, unionized investigative journalists. Closing date January 31, 2025.
#CdnMediaJobs
PressProgress Is Hiring a Labour Reporter
We're looking for a talented labour journalist to join our investigative team
pressprogress.ca
January 10, 2025 at 11:29 PM
Job Opportunity: PressProgress is hiring a Labour Reporter.
This is a permanent role and will join our team of full-time, unionized investigative journalists. Closing date January 31, 2025.
#CdnMediaJobs
This is a permanent role and will join our team of full-time, unionized investigative journalists. Closing date January 31, 2025.
#CdnMediaJobs
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I fear there is deep truth here.
January 11, 2025 at 8:47 PM
I fear there is deep truth here.
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Post-apocalypse show pausing for the apocalypse
Production on some of Hollywood's biggest shows, including the next season of Fallout, have come to a screeching halt after major fires broke out across Los Angeles county. bit.ly/4h48YHt
January 9, 2025 at 10:15 AM
Post-apocalypse show pausing for the apocalypse