@jenny abamu
@jennyabamu.bsky.social
Sci-fi Author. Newsletter www.jennyabamu.com. Journalist. Ex U.S. Diplomat. Byline in a lot of places. Views expressed here are mine. Theme song: http://youtu.be/U9BwWKXjVaI
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Thank you @jennyabamu.bsky.social for moderating tonight’s forum about data centers in PG County, and thanks to the panelists for sharing expertise. Really grateful to the organizers for the opportunity to join remotely!
November 7, 2025 at 12:48 AM
Thank you @jennyabamu.bsky.social for moderating tonight’s forum about data centers in PG County, and thanks to the panelists for sharing expertise. Really grateful to the organizers for the opportunity to join remotely!
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Over the course of the DC crackdown, people in underserved communities say the level of scrutiny has not been equally applied.
Vincent Tyree was jailed for four days.
Now the government says they don't even have the evidence to prosecute him...
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Vincent Tyree was jailed for four days.
Now the government says they don't even have the evidence to prosecute him...
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DC mayor’s handling of Trump deployment roils residents who want more pushback | CNN Politics
Jawanna Hardy, founder of a group that works with victims of gun violence as young as 3, said many in her community were hopeful when President Donald Trump announced a federal takeover of law enforce...
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September 12, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Over the course of the DC crackdown, people in underserved communities say the level of scrutiny has not been equally applied.
Vincent Tyree was jailed for four days.
Now the government says they don't even have the evidence to prosecute him...
Read & Share 👇🏾
www.cnn.com/2025/09/12/p...
Vincent Tyree was jailed for four days.
Now the government says they don't even have the evidence to prosecute him...
Read & Share 👇🏾
www.cnn.com/2025/09/12/p...
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Mamdani critics trying to make DSA affiliation political liability ahead of November, so far jabs haven’t landed
DSA says socialism not scary to new generation of voters
“Younger folks really see capitalism is not working out for them.”
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DSA says socialism not scary to new generation of voters
“Younger folks really see capitalism is not working out for them.”
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Mamdani faces pressure in NYC mayor’s race over his ties to democratic socialists | CNN Politics
The Democratic Socialists of America held their national convention this summer in the afterglow of arguably their biggest electoral victory to date: Zohran Mamdani’s triumph in the Democratic primary...
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August 28, 2025 at 8:22 PM
Mamdani critics trying to make DSA affiliation political liability ahead of November, so far jabs haven’t landed
DSA says socialism not scary to new generation of voters
“Younger folks really see capitalism is not working out for them.”
Our latest 👇🏾
www.cnn.com/2025/08/28/p...
DSA says socialism not scary to new generation of voters
“Younger folks really see capitalism is not working out for them.”
Our latest 👇🏾
www.cnn.com/2025/08/28/p...
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Maryland is having 3 different conversations about reparations at once.
@wamu.org's @jennyabamu.bsky.social explains the tension between the different visions about what restorative justice should look like for Black Marylanders
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@wamu.org's @jennyabamu.bsky.social explains the tension between the different visions about what restorative justice should look like for Black Marylanders
wamu.org/story/25/08/...
With a Black Governor, a Powerful Black Caucus, and a Lawsuit, Maryland Reckons With Reparations
With a Black governor charting his own path, a powerful Black caucus pushing to override his veto, and a lawsuit testing whether the courts will weigh in, Maryland is reckoning with reparations but it...
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August 22, 2025 at 7:43 PM
Maryland is having 3 different conversations about reparations at once.
@wamu.org's @jennyabamu.bsky.social explains the tension between the different visions about what restorative justice should look like for Black Marylanders
wamu.org/story/25/08/...
@wamu.org's @jennyabamu.bsky.social explains the tension between the different visions about what restorative justice should look like for Black Marylanders
wamu.org/story/25/08/...
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Mayor Bowser’s response to the federalization of the DC police illustrate how she’s often trying to communicate multiple messages at once as she faces perhaps the biggest test to date of her leadership.
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DC Mayor Bowser changes her tone on Trump as crackdown ramps up | CNN Politics
After Donald Trump won the presidential election, Washington, D.C., Mayor Muriel Bowser flew to Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate to see him.
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August 13, 2025 at 11:25 AM
Mayor Bowser’s response to the federalization of the DC police illustrate how she’s often trying to communicate multiple messages at once as she faces perhaps the biggest test to date of her leadership.
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NEW: Less than a month after Zohran Mamdani’s victory in New York City’s mayoral primary, some of Mamdani’s allies are coalescing around another democratic socialist challenging the incumbent Democratic mayor of Minneapolis.
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Democratic socialists fresh off Mamdani victory see opportunity in Minneapolis | CNN Politics
Less than a month after Zohran Mamdani’s victory in New York City’s mayoral primary, some of Mamdani’s allies are coalescing around another democratic socialist challenging the incumbent Democratic ma...
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July 24, 2025 at 8:06 PM
NEW: Less than a month after Zohran Mamdani’s victory in New York City’s mayoral primary, some of Mamdani’s allies are coalescing around another democratic socialist challenging the incumbent Democratic mayor of Minneapolis.
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Let the good times roll
July 15, 2025 at 3:12 AM
Let the good times roll
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Like many journalists, former WAMU ed reporter
@jennyabamu.bsky.social had long resisted video-first content creation. But then she figured out a way to join in that worked -- and she's got ideas how others could, too:
NEW: Why I finally joined TikTok kappanonline.org/abamu-why-i-...
@jennyabamu.bsky.social had long resisted video-first content creation. But then she figured out a way to join in that worked -- and she's got ideas how others could, too:
NEW: Why I finally joined TikTok kappanonline.org/abamu-why-i-...
July 2, 2025 at 4:55 PM
Like many journalists, former WAMU ed reporter
@jennyabamu.bsky.social had long resisted video-first content creation. But then she figured out a way to join in that worked -- and she's got ideas how others could, too:
NEW: Why I finally joined TikTok kappanonline.org/abamu-why-i-...
@jennyabamu.bsky.social had long resisted video-first content creation. But then she figured out a way to join in that worked -- and she's got ideas how others could, too:
NEW: Why I finally joined TikTok kappanonline.org/abamu-why-i-...
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On the final day of its term, the Supreme Court is expected to issue rulings on birthright citizenship and several other cases. Here is a look at the court's other major decisions and what's left to be decided.
The Major Supreme Court Decisions in 2025
In a term that was increasingly overshadowed by emergency requests related to President Trump’s swift executive actions, justices heard arguments on transgender rights, the role of religion in public life, gun violence and speech online.
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June 27, 2025 at 10:30 AM
On the final day of its term, the Supreme Court is expected to issue rulings on birthright citizenship and several other cases. Here is a look at the court's other major decisions and what's left to be decided.
Maryland in 2 Minutes!
Scorching temps, a hiring freeze for state workers, and a Maryland woman racking up 400+ unpaid D.C. traffic tickets?! 👀💸
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Scorching temps, a hiring freeze for state workers, and a Maryland woman racking up 400+ unpaid D.C. traffic tickets?! 👀💸
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June 25, 2025 at 12:59 AM
Maryland in 2 Minutes!
Scorching temps, a hiring freeze for state workers, and a Maryland woman racking up 400+ unpaid D.C. traffic tickets?! 👀💸
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#MarylandNews #LocalNews #DMVUpdates #DCNews #HotInMaryland #StateJobs #HiringFreeze #WAMUNews #WAMU885
Scorching temps, a hiring freeze for state workers, and a Maryland woman racking up 400+ unpaid D.C. traffic tickets?! 👀💸
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#MarylandNews #LocalNews #DMVUpdates #DCNews #HotInMaryland #StateJobs #HiringFreeze #WAMUNews #WAMU885
Crazy to see this military base back in the headlines after 4 years again #MarylandPolitics #AfghanEvacuation #AlUdeid #ForeignPolicy #MilitaryLife #VeteransVoices #GlobalConflict #ReporterReflections #MiddleEastCrisis #QatarBase #USEmbassy #MarylandReporter #DisplacementStories #MilitaryFamilies
June 23, 2025 at 11:15 PM
Crazy to see this military base back in the headlines after 4 years again #MarylandPolitics #AfghanEvacuation #AlUdeid #ForeignPolicy #MilitaryLife #VeteransVoices #GlobalConflict #ReporterReflections #MiddleEastCrisis #QatarBase #USEmbassy #MarylandReporter #DisplacementStories #MilitaryFamilies
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A New Role
Drumroll please 🥁… Here’s the announcement!
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June 22, 2025 at 11:36 PM
Some personal news as they say #maryland #montgomerycounty #pgcounty open.substack.com/pub/jennyaba...
This weekend we're talking about projecting & recognizing patterns within the world that we are in, and then building worlds that we want. Check it out, super interesting! https://f.mtr.cool/tycfwdullm #writing #scifi #fyp
June 15, 2025 at 11:24 AM
This weekend we're talking about projecting & recognizing patterns within the world that we are in, and then building worlds that we want. Check it out, super interesting! https://f.mtr.cool/tycfwdullm #writing #scifi #fyp
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June 9, 2025 at 2:13 AM
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Made #Nigerian #Meatpies, busy mom cheat-style, so it’s easier! Did it for multicultural day at my kid’s school in #Maryland Full #recipe in my #newsletter, link in bio!
June 8, 2025 at 4:24 PM
Made #Nigerian #Meatpies, busy mom cheat-style, so it’s easier! Did it for multicultural day at my kid’s school in #Maryland Full #recipe in my #newsletter, link in bio!
They canceled the #Salvadoran Day parade in #Maryland because people were too afraid. That says a lot about where we are.
Also, I made #Nigerian meat pies. #Recipe on in my newsletter.
Also, BIG announcement coming first in the newsletter so subscribe!
#immigration
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Also, I made #Nigerian meat pies. #Recipe on in my newsletter.
Also, BIG announcement coming first in the newsletter so subscribe!
#immigration
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Culture Goes Into Hiding
Security concerns are forcing immigrant communities to choose between celebration and safety. Bonus: Nigerian Meat Pie recipe for busy moms.
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June 8, 2025 at 4:20 PM
They canceled the #Salvadoran Day parade in #Maryland because people were too afraid. That says a lot about where we are.
Also, I made #Nigerian meat pies. #Recipe on in my newsletter.
Also, BIG announcement coming first in the newsletter so subscribe!
#immigration
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Also, I made #Nigerian meat pies. #Recipe on in my newsletter.
Also, BIG announcement coming first in the newsletter so subscribe!
#immigration
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Very cool, flamenco 💃 is such a passionate-style dance, saw a show in Madrid. Curious to see a show in New Mexico #dance #art #culture #Spain #flamenco
A lot of folks know New Mexico for green chiles, the largest hot air balloon festival in the world, and the birthplace of the bomb. But it's also a global center of flamenco—the passionate dance, song and music of the Roma people of southern Spain.
Spanish Flamenco thrives in New Mexico, with its own unique flavor
A lot of folks know New Mexico for green chiles, the largest hot air balloon festival in the world, and the birthplace of the bomb. But it's also a global center of flamenco—the passionate dance, song and music of the Roma people of southern Spain.
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June 7, 2025 at 7:45 PM
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We are now live with D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser, talking about the closing of Dupont Circle, Trump's military parade, and the 2026 budget. Join the conversation with the Mayor by calling (800)-433-8850.
The Politics Hour: D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser breaks down her proposed $22 billion budget
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser joins us to discuss the tough choices ahead for the city, why she's betting big on sports, and an update on preparations for President Trump's military parade.
buff.ly
June 6, 2025 at 4:08 PM
We are now live with D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser, talking about the closing of Dupont Circle, Trump's military parade, and the 2026 budget. Join the conversation with the Mayor by calling (800)-433-8850.
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The election comes nearly two months after president Yoon Suk Yeol was removed from office following his impeachment for declaring martial law in the country.
South Korea's liberal party leader poised to win presidency after martial law crisis
The election comes nearly two months after president Yoon Suk Yeol was removed from office following his impeachment for declaring martial law in the country.
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June 3, 2025 at 1:09 PM
The election comes nearly two months after president Yoon Suk Yeol was removed from office following his impeachment for declaring martial law in the country.
In this week’s #newsletter, I explore the complexities of values & the challenges of belonging in diverse communities. It’s a journey through #faith, #culture, & the contradictions that shape us.
#Read more:
#nigerian #african #africanculture www.jennyabamu.com/p/the-conund... #sundayreads #african
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#nigerian #african #africanculture www.jennyabamu.com/p/the-conund... #sundayreads #african
The Conundrum of the Conservative African
This week's newsletter explores the complex contradictions of identity and belonging, plus updates on newsletter structure and maps within The Herd book series.
www.jennyabamu.com
May 25, 2025 at 12:17 PM
In this week’s #newsletter, I explore the complexities of values & the challenges of belonging in diverse communities. It’s a journey through #faith, #culture, & the contradictions that shape us.
#Read more:
#nigerian #african #africanculture www.jennyabamu.com/p/the-conund... #sundayreads #african
#Read more:
#nigerian #african #africanculture www.jennyabamu.com/p/the-conund... #sundayreads #african
New newsletter coming out tomorrow! Go ahead and subscribe! www.jennyabamu.com #african #church #newsletter #conservative
May 24, 2025 at 3:49 PM
New newsletter coming out tomorrow! Go ahead and subscribe! www.jennyabamu.com #african #church #newsletter #conservative
☕ Making coffee + thinking about PG County:
#Nonprofits protested funding cuts—now Council Chair Edward Burroughs says he’ll restore the money next cycle.
But the deeper story? Local leaders and funding in politics.
New piece coming via @wamu.org Follow for more. #maryland #princegeorgescounty
#Nonprofits protested funding cuts—now Council Chair Edward Burroughs says he’ll restore the money next cycle.
But the deeper story? Local leaders and funding in politics.
New piece coming via @wamu.org Follow for more. #maryland #princegeorgescounty
May 23, 2025 at 1:29 PM
☕ Making coffee + thinking about PG County:
#Nonprofits protested funding cuts—now Council Chair Edward Burroughs says he’ll restore the money next cycle.
But the deeper story? Local leaders and funding in politics.
New piece coming via @wamu.org Follow for more. #maryland #princegeorgescounty
#Nonprofits protested funding cuts—now Council Chair Edward Burroughs says he’ll restore the money next cycle.
But the deeper story? Local leaders and funding in politics.
New piece coming via @wamu.org Follow for more. #maryland #princegeorgescounty
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Montgomery County Councilmember Evan Glass has announced that his campaign for County Executive has qualified for public financing just two months after its launch in March.
Councilmember Evan Glass Qualifies for Public Financing in Montgomery County Executive Race
Montgomery County Councilmember Evan Glass has announced that his campaign for County Executive has qualified for public financing just two months after its launch in March.
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May 22, 2025 at 11:07 AM
Montgomery County Councilmember Evan Glass has announced that his campaign for County Executive has qualified for public financing just two months after its launch in March.
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A gunman killed two employees of the Israeli Embassy in Washington, D.C., Wednesday night outside an event at the Capital Jewish Museum. The suspect chanted "free, free Palestine" after he was taken into custody, officials said.
Here's what we know.
Here's what we know.
What We Know About the Deadly Shooting Outside the Jewish Museum in D.C.
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May 22, 2025 at 10:40 AM
A gunman killed two employees of the Israeli Embassy in Washington, D.C., Wednesday night outside an event at the Capital Jewish Museum. The suspect chanted "free, free Palestine" after he was taken into custody, officials said.
Here's what we know.
Here's what we know.