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Yesterday, @JumaaneWilliams and I demanded that @NYCMayor’s admin send Building/Fire inspectors into 26 Federal Plaza to address illegal & unsafe conditions. Today, he sent a weak letter to the GSA — the first time I can remember him even questioning Trump. Mayor, you know NYC…
From paying pennies for your work or charging more for things you need, corporations are using personal data to cheat working people. We're proud to endorse the Stop AI Price Gouging and Wage Fixing Act from @RepCasar:
NEW: Giant corporations should not be allowed to jack up your prices or lower your wages using data they got spying on you. Whether you know it or not, you may already be getting ripped off. I’m proposing the first federal bill to ban this practice. nbcnews.com/politics/congr…
We need wealth distribution in our country and our federal government is simply not going to provide for that. We know that poverty is an issue in Minneapolis and it’s time that our City Council speak with deep, deep clarity. 1/ startribune.com/minneapolis-ci…
We're ready to fight for the 3000+ residents under threat. My People’s Preservation Package gives us the time & tools we need to preserve these homes. We just need to be brave enough to take the leap. whyy.org/articles/west-…
The Trump Administration is spreading anti-immigrant hate by falsely claiming that parks in Minneapolis are unusable “post-migration”. We have an incredible park system. Immigrants are our neighbors and they Minneapolis and our parks a better place.
LA is suing Airbnb. The city filed a lawsuit alleging that Airbnb illegally raised prices for thousands of properties after January’s devastating fires. Los Angeles claims that the sudden increases violated California’s law against price gouging.
As Trump defunds our communities to give tax breaks to billionaires, localities must step up and tax the ultra-wealthy to ensure all of us have what we need to thrive. S/O to @robin4mpls for exploring what this looks like in Minneapolis!
Last week, Council unanimously approved my directive to explore options to diversify and increase municipal revenue. Trump’s big disastrous bill is going to benefit the top 1% while taking resources from the working class. Mpls needs to be proactive, it’s time to tax the rich.
Now is the time to reaffirm: NO LOCAL COLLABORATION with ICE!
ICE violently disappearing people who appear in court not only undermines public safety, it sends a chilling message that discourages people from reporting crimes or participating in the justice system. This endangers all of us. Victims are denied justice, and offenders are less…
Organize Together. Govern for all. Still fired up from #LP2025! 500+ local electeds, partners, and staff came together ready to fight for working families and resist authoritarianism. ⚡️ "Fear is contagious but so is courage." @DeliaRamirezIL localprogress.org/2025/07/16/202…
We partnered with @CTXCF to launch #TravisCountyCARES 🤝 This disaster relief fund will directly help the Sandy Creek community families get back on their feet after the devastating floods. Together, we make the road to rebuilding a little easier for our neighbors.🌳
Everyone deserves access to healthy food and fresh produce. Unfortunately, that is not guaranteed for everyone.
Incredible few days with colleagues from across the country @LocalProgress Chicago convening discussing how to govern and deliver for our cities. Especially great being with New Yorkers & fellow auditors/comptrollers @NYCComptroller @lacontroller and other thoughtful leaders
"Local jurisdictions must, in this moment, be the last line of defense." - @TeresaCMosqueda As Trump continues to terrorize our immigrant neighbors nationwide, King County passed a motion limiting its cooperation with federal immigration enforcement. king5.com/article/news/c…
I'm still reflecting on the power and energy of this year’s @LocalProgress National Convening. Being among 500 brave and progressive leaders from all over the country, all dedicated to advocating for equity and justice in their communities, was truly inspiring. I connected with…
This past weekend, we held our ⚡️ 2025 LP National Convening ⚡️ in Chicago! We hosted 500+ local leaders and partners for an incredible three days of connection, strategy, and collective learning. More to come, but for now, we are basking in hope, joy, and gratitude 💖