Frank
@midwestdeacon.bsky.social
I’m kinda in to transportation, but there’s more to me than that. (Like St Paul and Madison. And Grinnell!) And, of course, all statements here are my own personal views.
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"The truth, then, is that BNSF now has a lot of extra capacity that did not exist when Northstar was implemented. Therefore, there is no reason why multiple round trips to St. Cloud couldn’t be renegotiated with the railroad at this time."
www.startribune.com/northstar-co...
www.startribune.com/northstar-co...
Opinion | Don’t kill the Northstar Line — reconfigure it
A little bit of creativity, and some strategic thinking, could give the Northstar Line — the 16-year-old commuter rail service run by Metro Transit but set to end in January — a whole new lease on lif...
www.startribune.com
November 29, 2025 at 11:45 AM
"The truth, then, is that BNSF now has a lot of extra capacity that did not exist when Northstar was implemented. Therefore, there is no reason why multiple round trips to St. Cloud couldn’t be renegotiated with the railroad at this time."
www.startribune.com/northstar-co...
www.startribune.com/northstar-co...
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After years of limbo, the U.S. government has given the green light to a crash test dummy based on the female body. But will it be used right away? Not so fast. n.pr/48r84mJ
The female crash test dummy has been a long time coming — but she isn't here yet
After years of limbo, the U.S. government has given the green light to a crash test dummy based on the female body. But will it be used right away? Not so fast.
n.pr
November 21, 2025 at 7:31 PM
After years of limbo, the U.S. government has given the green light to a crash test dummy based on the female body. But will it be used right away? Not so fast. n.pr/48r84mJ
Waymo enters Minneapolis — with human drivers for now - Axios Twin Cities. The 21st Century comes to MN. Now the question about whether MN wants it become real
November 20, 2025 at 7:17 PM
Waymo enters Minneapolis — with human drivers for now - Axios Twin Cities. The 21st Century comes to MN. Now the question about whether MN wants it become real
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Some witnesses say their family members were taken, but little more than vague explanations were offered by federal authorities.
Federal agencies offer no answers in St. Paul paper company raid, detainments
Some witnesses say their family members were taken, but little more than vague explanations were offered.
bit.ly
November 20, 2025 at 12:32 AM
Some witnesses say their family members were taken, but little more than vague explanations were offered by federal authorities.
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Experts in the mortgage industry are skeptical. Buyers would pay less each month, but would end up paying more over time. Here's what to know about the proposed 50-year mortgages.
3 questions about Trump's 50-year mortgage plan
Experts in the mortgage industry are skeptical. Buyers would pay less each month, but would end up paying more over time. Here's what to know about the proposed 50-year mortgages.
n.pr
November 14, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Experts in the mortgage industry are skeptical. Buyers would pay less each month, but would end up paying more over time. Here's what to know about the proposed 50-year mortgages.
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A very offline cousin sent this to fam group chat. This story is breaking containment.
October 24, 2025 at 11:36 PM
A very offline cousin sent this to fam group chat. This story is breaking containment.
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So they didn’t like the ad. Let’s just post Reagan’s 5 min speech against tariffs as it appears on YouTube.
Over and over. On all platforms (some of y’all are still on X).
*1981 Sherrilyn horrified by 2025 Sherrilyn saying “let’s post Reagan’s speech.”
youtu.be/5t5QK03KXPc
Over and over. On all platforms (some of y’all are still on X).
*1981 Sherrilyn horrified by 2025 Sherrilyn saying “let’s post Reagan’s speech.”
youtu.be/5t5QK03KXPc
President Reagan's Radio Address on Free and Fair Trade on April 25, 1987
YouTube video by Reagan Library
youtu.be
October 24, 2025 at 5:14 PM
So they didn’t like the ad. Let’s just post Reagan’s 5 min speech against tariffs as it appears on YouTube.
Over and over. On all platforms (some of y’all are still on X).
*1981 Sherrilyn horrified by 2025 Sherrilyn saying “let’s post Reagan’s speech.”
youtu.be/5t5QK03KXPc
Over and over. On all platforms (some of y’all are still on X).
*1981 Sherrilyn horrified by 2025 Sherrilyn saying “let’s post Reagan’s speech.”
youtu.be/5t5QK03KXPc
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A lack of child care is the single biggest economic factor holding back rural Minnesota, according to reports from the Center for Rural Policy and Development. Greater Minnesota has half the child care capacity it had in 2000, a 2022 report from the center shows.
This Minnesota county is on the verge of losing its only child care center
Officials in the town of Slayton worry about a lack of day care affecting the local workforce and economy. It’s a stark example of a crisis playing out across rural Minnesota.
bit.ly
October 12, 2025 at 12:55 PM
A lack of child care is the single biggest economic factor holding back rural Minnesota, according to reports from the Center for Rural Policy and Development. Greater Minnesota has half the child care capacity it had in 2000, a 2022 report from the center shows.
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From the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office: The Big Beautiful Betrayal triggers $500 billion in cuts to Medicare because it balloons the deficit by trillions. All to fund more tax cuts to billionaires. Americans deserve better.
August 20, 2025 at 5:24 PM
From the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office: The Big Beautiful Betrayal triggers $500 billion in cuts to Medicare because it balloons the deficit by trillions. All to fund more tax cuts to billionaires. Americans deserve better.
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In 1949, Superman told schoolchildren “our country is made up of Americans of MANY different races, religions and national origins. So…
“…if YOU hear anybody talk against anyone else because of his religion, race or national origin — don’t wait: tell him THAT KIND OF TALK IS UN-AMERICAN.”
“…if YOU hear anybody talk against anyone else because of his religion, race or national origin — don’t wait: tell him THAT KIND OF TALK IS UN-AMERICAN.”
August 10, 2025 at 1:25 PM
In 1949, Superman told schoolchildren “our country is made up of Americans of MANY different races, religions and national origins. So…
“…if YOU hear anybody talk against anyone else because of his religion, race or national origin — don’t wait: tell him THAT KIND OF TALK IS UN-AMERICAN.”
“…if YOU hear anybody talk against anyone else because of his religion, race or national origin — don’t wait: tell him THAT KIND OF TALK IS UN-AMERICAN.”
Ding ding ding
Trump now wants Jack Smith investigated.
Is this just an other distraction to manipulate the news cycle?
Is there anything Trump wont do to stop more evedence from comming out connecting him to years of pedophile activities?
Is this just an other distraction to manipulate the news cycle?
Is there anything Trump wont do to stop more evedence from comming out connecting him to years of pedophile activities?
August 2, 2025 at 11:04 PM
Ding ding ding
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Rapes, robbery and kidnapping by White Men using ICE agents tactics and costumes bought on Amazon.
June 15, 2025 at 12:19 PM
Rapes, robbery and kidnapping by White Men using ICE agents tactics and costumes bought on Amazon.
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We’re seeing a wave of disgusting rhetoric and false claims coming from the far-right about the Minnesota shooting.
As real families grieve the loss of loved ones, rightwing accounts are working overtime to circulate disinformation on social media.
As real families grieve the loss of loved ones, rightwing accounts are working overtime to circulate disinformation on social media.
June 14, 2025 at 6:01 PM
We’re seeing a wave of disgusting rhetoric and false claims coming from the far-right about the Minnesota shooting.
As real families grieve the loss of loved ones, rightwing accounts are working overtime to circulate disinformation on social media.
As real families grieve the loss of loved ones, rightwing accounts are working overtime to circulate disinformation on social media.
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I name no names. Shame upon them! Put one foot upon the table. Shame upon all cowards.
June 14, 2025 at 6:47 AM
I name no names. Shame upon them! Put one foot upon the table. Shame upon all cowards.
Sad & unfortunate
METRO B Line opening day festivities have been canceled. Bus and train service will continue as scheduled. The decision to forego these public events was made after receiving reports of an evolving public safety situation. We urge you to rely on the Dept. of Public Safety for the latest updates. ~BG
June 14, 2025 at 2:42 PM
Sad & unfortunate
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Joni Ernst owes Iowans an explanation for why she’s breaking her promise to only serve two terms.
June 14, 2025 at 1:06 AM
Joni Ernst owes Iowans an explanation for why she’s breaking her promise to only serve two terms.
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Every other large city in North America right now:
May 29, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Every other large city in North America right now:
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More than a century after the Tulsa Race Massacre of 1921, one of the most horrific episodes of racial violence in U.S. history, the city’s mayor announced a $105 million reparations package on Sunday. It is the first large-scale plan committing funds to address the impact of the atrocity.
$105 Million Reparations Package for Tulsa Race Massacre Unveiled by Mayor
www.nytimes.com
June 1, 2025 at 11:32 PM
More than a century after the Tulsa Race Massacre of 1921, one of the most horrific episodes of racial violence in U.S. history, the city’s mayor announced a $105 million reparations package on Sunday. It is the first large-scale plan committing funds to address the impact of the atrocity.
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This is a welcoming account. 🏳️🌈
May 31, 2025 at 9:30 PM
This is a welcoming account. 🏳️🌈
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Make this make sense. 🤷🏼♂️
May 23, 2025 at 5:54 PM
Make this make sense. 🤷🏼♂️
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It takes just a minute to submit a comment (and to point out that we should not be in the position of imploring the government to give us access to the vaccines — that in a functioning country, the government would be encouraging *everyone* to get a booster.)
Which reminds me: I still haven't left a comment telling the FDA that COVID boosters *must* be more widely available than the government is seeking to make them. (I'll be referencing my own Long Covid, eg)
Comments close tomorrow 5/23 at 11:59 PM, please take a few minutes to leave a comment ⬇️
Comments close tomorrow 5/23 at 11:59 PM, please take a few minutes to leave a comment ⬇️
May 22, 2025 at 11:46 PM
It takes just a minute to submit a comment (and to point out that we should not be in the position of imploring the government to give us access to the vaccines — that in a functioning country, the government would be encouraging *everyone* to get a booster.)
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Given that most, if not all MAGA merch is made in China, I'll be really curious to see what happens to their pricing and availability 😁
May 4, 2025 at 6:59 PM
Given that most, if not all MAGA merch is made in China, I'll be really curious to see what happens to their pricing and availability 😁