Sam Raskin
@samraskinz.bsky.social
Senior vice president for communications @ Slingshot Strategies
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Claudia knows how bad she screwed this district, so she’s already waving around a Trump endorsement — more than a year before the election! (Congrats
Claudia, but it won’t help you on Nov. 3, 2026.) #NY24
Claudia, but it won’t help you on Nov. 3, 2026.) #NY24
October 25, 2025 at 6:33 PM
Claudia knows how bad she screwed this district, so she’s already waving around a Trump endorsement — more than a year before the election! (Congrats
Claudia, but it won’t help you on Nov. 3, 2026.) #NY24
Claudia, but it won’t help you on Nov. 3, 2026.) #NY24
"[M]y north star is building the infrastructure Democrats need to sustainably compete in Texas. ... But it’s also the case that the Democratic ecosystem ... needs to be nimble enough to recognize an opportunity in front of us, and bold enough to seize it." — @lukewarfordtx.bsky.social
Dems Can Win a Senate Seat in Texas. Yes, Really
Democrats need to play the long game in Texas, which doesn't mean they shouldn't take advantage of the opportunity to flip a Senate Seat in 2026.
www.rollingstone.com
October 25, 2025 at 9:27 PM
"[M]y north star is building the infrastructure Democrats need to sustainably compete in Texas. ... But it’s also the case that the Democratic ecosystem ... needs to be nimble enough to recognize an opportunity in front of us, and bold enough to seize it." — @lukewarfordtx.bsky.social
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Personal vehicles dominate city traffic, so to lower VMT, we need a lot more strategies like congestion pricing to get New Yorkers to stop driving so much. Low traffic neighborhoods and bus rapid transit aren't just nice-to-haves, they're how we win.
New Yorkers are driving their personal cars a lot more.
This is bad.
Today's Morning Spew:
This is bad.
Today's Morning Spew:
NYC Is Losing the War on Cars
New Yorkers are driving a lot more—plus some links to rev up your Wednesday.
hellgatenyc.com
October 22, 2025 at 10:54 PM
Personal vehicles dominate city traffic, so to lower VMT, we need a lot more strategies like congestion pricing to get New Yorkers to stop driving so much. Low traffic neighborhoods and bus rapid transit aren't just nice-to-haves, they're how we win.
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How to incentivize the 34% who drive (and make up 80% of NYC's traffic) to join the 65% who get around car-free?
@openplans.org's @saraklind.bsky.social says "Bus Rapid Transit would be a huge game changer in terms of getting people out of cars," — and we agree! hellgatenyc.com/nyc-is-losin...
@openplans.org's @saraklind.bsky.social says "Bus Rapid Transit would be a huge game changer in terms of getting people out of cars," — and we agree! hellgatenyc.com/nyc-is-losin...
NYC Is Losing the War on Cars
New Yorkers are driving a lot more—plus some links to rev up your Wednesday.
hellgatenyc.com
October 22, 2025 at 2:24 PM
How to incentivize the 34% who drive (and make up 80% of NYC's traffic) to join the 65% who get around car-free?
@openplans.org's @saraklind.bsky.social says "Bus Rapid Transit would be a huge game changer in terms of getting people out of cars," — and we agree! hellgatenyc.com/nyc-is-losin...
@openplans.org's @saraklind.bsky.social says "Bus Rapid Transit would be a huge game changer in terms of getting people out of cars," — and we agree! hellgatenyc.com/nyc-is-losin...
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Morning Spew for Night Owls—New Yorkers are driving their personal cars a lot more.
This is bad.
Today's Morning Spew:
This is bad.
Today's Morning Spew:
NYC Is Losing the War on Cars
New Yorkers are driving a lot more—plus some links to rev up your Wednesday.
hellgatenyc.com
October 23, 2025 at 1:10 AM
Morning Spew for Night Owls—New Yorkers are driving their personal cars a lot more.
This is bad.
Today's Morning Spew:
This is bad.
Today's Morning Spew:
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Claudia can’t tell us who we are because she DOESN’T KNOW who we are.
Instead of lying about us, why don’t you come down to the protests — here in your district! — and see who’s really out here.
We’d love to see you… for once!
Instead of lying about us, why don’t you come down to the protests — here in your district! — and see who’s really out here.
We’d love to see you… for once!
October 18, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Claudia can’t tell us who we are because she DOESN’T KNOW who we are.
Instead of lying about us, why don’t you come down to the protests — here in your district! — and see who’s really out here.
We’d love to see you… for once!
Instead of lying about us, why don’t you come down to the protests — here in your district! — and see who’s really out here.
We’d love to see you… for once!
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📢 Now is the time for solidarity.
The only effective answer to organized greed is more organized labor 📢
Join us! —> www.ellmanforcongress.com #NoKings #NY24
The only effective answer to organized greed is more organized labor 📢
Join us! —> www.ellmanforcongress.com #NoKings #NY24
October 18, 2025 at 5:45 PM
📢 Now is the time for solidarity.
The only effective answer to organized greed is more organized labor 📢
Join us! —> www.ellmanforcongress.com #NoKings #NY24
The only effective answer to organized greed is more organized labor 📢
Join us! —> www.ellmanforcongress.com #NoKings #NY24
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"New York is a city of transit riders and pedestrians, and our streets should be oriented towards them. Whoever is the new mayor next year must operate with those principles, not just platitudes. Let’s let the Department of Transportation get to work." www.nydailynews.com/2025/10/05/m...
Mayor Adams must let DOT do its job
Ambitious initiatives to make our streets work better for all New Yorkers are being stymied by the very officials that tout them. Mayor Adams needs to get out of the Department of Transportation’s …
www.nydailynews.com
October 6, 2025 at 4:05 PM
"New York is a city of transit riders and pedestrians, and our streets should be oriented towards them. Whoever is the new mayor next year must operate with those principles, not just platitudes. Let’s let the Department of Transportation get to work." www.nydailynews.com/2025/10/05/m...
"We need a mayor who will empower DOT and allow them to make our city’s streets work better for everyone," writes Michael Sutherland of @openplans.org.
www.nydailynews.com/2025/10/05/m...
www.nydailynews.com/2025/10/05/m...
Mayor Adams must let DOT do its job
Ambitious initiatives to make our streets work better for all New Yorkers are being stymied by the very officials that tout them. Mayor Adams needs to get out of the Department of Transportation’s …
www.nydailynews.com
October 6, 2025 at 12:46 PM
"We need a mayor who will empower DOT and allow them to make our city’s streets work better for everyone," writes Michael Sutherland of @openplans.org.
www.nydailynews.com/2025/10/05/m...
www.nydailynews.com/2025/10/05/m...
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I'm Raj Goyle. I’m running for New York State Comptroller because power should work for you.
The system is broken, but I’ve been fighting and fixing broken systems my whole life.
If you elect me as Comptroller, I will use every ounce of power to make your life better.
The system is broken, but I’ve been fighting and fixing broken systems my whole life.
If you elect me as Comptroller, I will use every ounce of power to make your life better.
September 22, 2025 at 12:25 PM
I'm Raj Goyle. I’m running for New York State Comptroller because power should work for you.
The system is broken, but I’ve been fighting and fixing broken systems my whole life.
If you elect me as Comptroller, I will use every ounce of power to make your life better.
The system is broken, but I’ve been fighting and fixing broken systems my whole life.
If you elect me as Comptroller, I will use every ounce of power to make your life better.
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It's hilariously hypocritical for Claudia Tenney to call Zohran a "fake populist" when she is the one courting billionaires and refusing to hold town halls
I spent all weekend meeting voters at protests. Claudia spent all weekend being thirsty for Novak Djokovic. Is that real populism?
I spent all weekend meeting voters at protests. Claudia spent all weekend being thirsty for Novak Djokovic. Is that real populism?
August 25, 2025 at 8:43 PM
It's hilariously hypocritical for Claudia Tenney to call Zohran a "fake populist" when she is the one courting billionaires and refusing to hold town halls
I spent all weekend meeting voters at protests. Claudia spent all weekend being thirsty for Novak Djokovic. Is that real populism?
I spent all weekend meeting voters at protests. Claudia spent all weekend being thirsty for Novak Djokovic. Is that real populism?
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Claudia went on FOX last week to seethe about @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social, she attacked him for raising a million from non-NYC donors.
Claudia has raised $13 MILLION from donors outside of NY, including from Harlan Crow, BFF of Clarence Thomas.
Claudia is, as always, a massive hypocrite.
Claudia has raised $13 MILLION from donors outside of NY, including from Harlan Crow, BFF of Clarence Thomas.
Claudia is, as always, a massive hypocrite.
August 25, 2025 at 8:43 PM
Claudia went on FOX last week to seethe about @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social, she attacked him for raising a million from non-NYC donors.
Claudia has raised $13 MILLION from donors outside of NY, including from Harlan Crow, BFF of Clarence Thomas.
Claudia is, as always, a massive hypocrite.
Claudia has raised $13 MILLION from donors outside of NY, including from Harlan Crow, BFF of Clarence Thomas.
Claudia is, as always, a massive hypocrite.
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Because of cuts put in place by our representatives in this administration there are shortages in medical staff coming for the VA. This is unacceptable.
buffalonews.com/news/local/b...
buffalonews.com/news/local/b...
'Severe' staffing shortages on the rise at VA medical centers, watchdog finds
Veterans Affairs Administration facilities across the country have reported 50% more severe staffing shortages at a time when the Trump administration is seeking to reduce employment levels at the age...
buffalonews.com
August 18, 2025 at 5:26 PM
Because of cuts put in place by our representatives in this administration there are shortages in medical staff coming for the VA. This is unacceptable.
buffalonews.com/news/local/b...
buffalonews.com/news/local/b...
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Everyone deserves social security.
Everyone deserves quality healthcare.
Everyone deserves good public services.
Period.
Claudia Tenney wants to slash all of these to give money to her billionaires donors. I'm showing up to fight for everyone in NY-24.
DONATE - secure.actblue.com/donate/aliss...
Everyone deserves quality healthcare.
Everyone deserves good public services.
Period.
Claudia Tenney wants to slash all of these to give money to her billionaires donors. I'm showing up to fight for everyone in NY-24.
DONATE - secure.actblue.com/donate/aliss...
August 19, 2025 at 1:10 AM
Everyone deserves social security.
Everyone deserves quality healthcare.
Everyone deserves good public services.
Period.
Claudia Tenney wants to slash all of these to give money to her billionaires donors. I'm showing up to fight for everyone in NY-24.
DONATE - secure.actblue.com/donate/aliss...
Everyone deserves quality healthcare.
Everyone deserves good public services.
Period.
Claudia Tenney wants to slash all of these to give money to her billionaires donors. I'm showing up to fight for everyone in NY-24.
DONATE - secure.actblue.com/donate/aliss...
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In 2024, traffic violence killed a New Yorker every 35 hours. Lives are on the line, which is why today, we're proud to announce the Progressive Caucus's endorsement of our member @cmjuliewon.bsky.social's lifesaving legislation - Intro 1138 - that calls for universal daylighting in New York City.
July 30, 2025 at 7:56 PM
In 2024, traffic violence killed a New Yorker every 35 hours. Lives are on the line, which is why today, we're proud to announce the Progressive Caucus's endorsement of our member @cmjuliewon.bsky.social's lifesaving legislation - Intro 1138 - that calls for universal daylighting in New York City.
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Justin Brannan, the Bernie Sanders-endorsed New York City comptroller contender, is looking to bring some punk edge to the office.
Could New York City’s Next Comptroller Be a Punk Rocker?
Justin Brannan, a city councilman from Bay Ridge running in the Democratic primary, used to play guitar for the hardcore bands Indecision and Most Precious Blood.
www.newyorker.com
June 21, 2025 at 7:07 PM
Justin Brannan, the Bernie Sanders-endorsed New York City comptroller contender, is looking to bring some punk edge to the office.
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It’s time for the Council to acknowledge that the outdoor dining program they created is fundamentally flawed. We need a new bill that addresses the critical problems of seasonality, a burdensome application, and hyperlocal veto. They need to fix this. nyc.streetsblog.org/2025/03/06/c...
Community Boards, Lawmakers Flex Regained Powers to Stall Outdoor Dining - Streetsblog New York City
It's a long and winding road just to set up some tables and chairs.
nyc.streetsblog.org
March 6, 2025 at 3:12 PM
It’s time for the Council to acknowledge that the outdoor dining program they created is fundamentally flawed. We need a new bill that addresses the critical problems of seasonality, a burdensome application, and hyperlocal veto. They need to fix this. nyc.streetsblog.org/2025/03/06/c...
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We’re here to make public space a political priority.
Thrilled to be working with Jackson Chabot and Kevin LaCherra on People for Public Space to help elect livable streets champions to the next city council.
www.peopleforpublicspacenyc.com
Thrilled to be working with Jackson Chabot and Kevin LaCherra on People for Public Space to help elect livable streets champions to the next city council.
www.peopleforpublicspacenyc.com
February 13, 2025 at 2:47 PM
We’re here to make public space a political priority.
Thrilled to be working with Jackson Chabot and Kevin LaCherra on People for Public Space to help elect livable streets champions to the next city council.
www.peopleforpublicspacenyc.com
Thrilled to be working with Jackson Chabot and Kevin LaCherra on People for Public Space to help elect livable streets champions to the next city council.
www.peopleforpublicspacenyc.com
Listen to @openplans.org's @saraklind.bsky.social talk to Sean Carlson on @wnyc.org ’s All Things Considered about the changes that should be made to Manhattan’s streets now that there are fewer cars on the road. www.wnyc.org/story/ways-t...
Ways to Reimagine NYC streets after Congestion Pricing | WNYC | New York Public Radio, Podcasts, Live Streaming Radio, News
The MTA is reporting less traffic and emptier streets in Manhattan after congestion pricing tolls went into effect earlier this month, and with that New York City has an opportunity t...
www.wnyc.org
January 25, 2025 at 4:55 PM
Listen to @openplans.org's @saraklind.bsky.social talk to Sean Carlson on @wnyc.org ’s All Things Considered about the changes that should be made to Manhattan’s streets now that there are fewer cars on the road. www.wnyc.org/story/ways-t...
New Slingshot Strategies poll of the mayoral race (1,000 registered Dems in NYC) was released today.
Current field (no Cuomo) 1st choice:
Stringer: 18%
Adams: 17%
Ramos: 9%
Lander: 7%
With Cuomo 1st choice:
Cuomo: 33%
Stringer: 13%
Adams: 11%
Ramos: 7%
Lander: 6%
Current field (no Cuomo) 1st choice:
Stringer: 18%
Adams: 17%
Ramos: 9%
Lander: 7%
With Cuomo 1st choice:
Cuomo: 33%
Stringer: 13%
Adams: 11%
Ramos: 7%
Lander: 6%
gonna bully @samraskinz.bsky.social, Sam 'The Snack' Raskin, to put those poll numbers over here
January 17, 2025 at 10:16 PM
New Slingshot Strategies poll of the mayoral race (1,000 registered Dems in NYC) was released today.
Current field (no Cuomo) 1st choice:
Stringer: 18%
Adams: 17%
Ramos: 9%
Lander: 7%
With Cuomo 1st choice:
Cuomo: 33%
Stringer: 13%
Adams: 11%
Ramos: 7%
Lander: 6%
Current field (no Cuomo) 1st choice:
Stringer: 18%
Adams: 17%
Ramos: 9%
Lander: 7%
With Cuomo 1st choice:
Cuomo: 33%
Stringer: 13%
Adams: 11%
Ramos: 7%
Lander: 6%
The DNC needs someone who can fundraise, has experience forming a progressive-moderate coalition and doing TV, good behind-the-scenes operating skills, no personal elected office ambitions or chances, and also maybe kinda now lives in a Midwest swing state? I have just the guy.
November 30, 2024 at 6:01 PM
The DNC needs someone who can fundraise, has experience forming a progressive-moderate coalition and doing TV, good behind-the-scenes operating skills, no personal elected office ambitions or chances, and also maybe kinda now lives in a Midwest swing state? I have just the guy.
Do people do bits on here? Or are we all serious, posting links, lamenting Twitter's downfall, etc.?
November 27, 2024 at 5:21 PM
Do people do bits on here? Or are we all serious, posting links, lamenting Twitter's downfall, etc.?
"'While cities across the country are fully lifting parking mandates, the New York City Council chose to be less bold,' said @saraklind.bsky.social with the nonprofit group @openplans.org."
gothamist.com/news/housing...
gothamist.com/news/housing...
Housing deal between Mayor Adams, Council places parking mandates on outer-borough development
Critics say that means less incentive to build new homes and improve transit in the outer boroughs.
gothamist.com
November 25, 2024 at 3:54 PM
"'While cities across the country are fully lifting parking mandates, the New York City Council chose to be less bold,' said @saraklind.bsky.social with the nonprofit group @openplans.org."
gothamist.com/news/housing...
gothamist.com/news/housing...
Hey, Serious Twitter!
November 20, 2024 at 2:21 PM
Hey, Serious Twitter!