During the visit we realized we have the tools to implement Miami's model here- we just need the political will to do it. I agree with the Mayor's public assessment that our people want different solutions for safety concerns. Let's listen to our people and build a CRC. /end

Miami's model is focused on community reintegration rather than punishment. By diverting people away from jails into systems of care, Miami has successfully addressed the underlying causes of crime and CLOSED ONE OF THEIR JAILS. Their new recovery center is to open this year. /2

I joined @1800nasi in conversation about the power of storytelling and recapturing our history through a Black queer lens in an era of fascism.

Thank you Kansas City for holding the line for one another- I know we will prevail.

I celebrated with @kansascitydefender and @decarceratekc at their free cookout for the people. /2

The service yesterday was incredibly powerful. In the midst of their grief, Daniel’s loved ones spoke of the power of love. Love is a verb and requires action. I know we will move to conquer this fear with love- our voices raised, heads high, fists up until the policy changes. /end

Carlos has five other children, three of whom served honorably in the Navy and Marines. The immigration policies in this country are not about safety or freedom, they are about cruelty and fear. /2

I’ll never forget the irreparable loss that senseless war inflicted on so many. I’ll never forgive those who sent us there. I’ll never stop working towards a peaceful tomorrow. /end

He showed that same bravery the night he was killed on a remote stretch of road in Iraq February 22, 2007. I’ll never forget David, that stretch of road, or that night. /2

The legal system may provide relief to residents if they are abused by unjust enforcement of this law, but that is not justice. Justice is not being abused in the first place. /end.

While I agree with voiced concerns there are very real public safety issues which require action, it should not be illegal to be homeless and our residents should not be harassed for simply occupying a public space regardless of how their presence may make someone feel. /2