If, like me, you're a fan of real-time data visualization, meticulous planning AND participating in democracy, then you will love this beautiful conflation of our interests: The Election Day Wait Time Map! boenyc.maps.arcgis.com/apps/dashboa...

After accompanying a young immigrant New Yorker to his court hearing, Senator @juliasalazar.bsky.social recounts the harrowing story of his unlawful arrest by ICE agents, who were waiting outside his courtroom, despite his case being set to continue by the immigration judge.

A horrifying statement published today by the Editorial Committee of the Agence France-Presse (AFP) news agency. "Without immediate intervention, the last reporters in Gaza will die" Translation from French to English by @cnorristrent.bsky.social:

Today I returned to Federal Plaza to observe court proceedings and support our neighbors attending their immigration hearings. As ever, numerous masked ICE agents filled the hall, hunting respondents, separating people from their families and communities regardless of their case status.

One of the many reasons that @cmshahanahanif.bsky.social is great for NYC! Especially as federal funding for the arts is being destroyed, making sure that musicians can thrive here is vital to keeping the city the cultural center that it is.

Thank you Rep. Nydia Velazquez, BK Boro President Antonio Reynoso, @juliasalazar.bsky.social, Assemblymember Emily Gallagher, Councilmember Jen Gutiérrez, @sandynurse.bsky.social and Councilmember Lincoln Restler.

Let’s reverse President Trump’s Corporate Tax Cut; tell @Governor.ny.gov to fight back by passing the Corporate Tax bill in this year’s state budget. W/ @juliasalazar.bsky.social & @emilyassembly.bsky.social

Earlier today, NYC Jews joined with our friends in @socialists.nyc @nychange.bsky.social, and with @juliasalazar.bsky.social @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social and more to demand #NY4All and #DignityNotDetention. Gov. Hochul & the state legislature must act to keep New Yorker safe from ICE & deportation!

Our North Brooklyn coalition works together to deliver for our communities. As we look toward the June primary election, we want to urge all New York voters to utilize RCV. Today we announced our joint support for three mayoral candidates who we believe should be ranked at the top of your ballot.

Oh my god you want me to find "evidence" before putting someone in jail? Every time?? Do you have any idea how long that would take

Our prime sponsors @juliasalazar.bsky.social and @emilyassembly.bsky.social explain how important it is for this bill to pass. Without it, New Yorker’s lives are in danger within this failing system!

TODAY at 1:30PM: Join @SW_Columbia and @nycDSA to demand that Columbia not collaborate with ICE and stop the university's attacks on students' free speech. Rally at the Studebaker Building: 615 W 131st St.

If you've ever wondered what you would do if fascism came to our country, if the government were rounding up our immigrant neighbors and trampling our constitutional rights, you no longer have to wonder. It's happening now. Every one of us must ask ourselves: Which side are you on? Act accordingly.

“Protecting Immigrant Students’ Rights and the Future of DEI in Our Schools.” Tuesday, March 18, 2025 7:00-8:30 PM To register, scan the QR code in the image or visit us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi....

Being anti-Trump isn’t enough to turn the tide. We have to make our case by passing universal programs, in states Dems control, that radically address working-class issues. www.cityandstateny.com/opinion/2025...

This is the second time in only three months that a gang of New York State correction officers have beaten an incarcerated individual, a young Black man, so viciously that he died. We will know more soon. This time, the officers' victim was just one week shy of his 23rd birthday. t.co/0fqGZ4O9Vz

Today I spent the day at Greene Correctional Facility, conducting an official visit in my capacity as Chair of the NYS Senate's Crime Victims, Crime & Correction Committee. I met with numerous corrections staff and incarcerated men as well as National Guard members.

To the wives of the rogue correction officers who decided to come to the capitol today, screaming at my staff and refusing to leave our office to allow scheduled meetings with other advocates to resume: HALT is the law. Long-term solitary confinement is torture and we don't want it in NY ever again

My statement as Chair of the NYS Senate's Crime Victims, Crime & Correction Committee on the ongoing work stoppage by rogue correction officers in New York's prisons:

We should do everything in our power at the state level to shield people from the draconian and fascistic policies of the new federal administration. At minimum this means passing New York for All, Dignity Not Detention and Access to Representation bills. t.co/z0UA4SgdWh

@juliasalazar.bsky.social The op-ed (co-authored by Kieran Harrington and I) in support of the Housing Access Voucher Program was published today in the Albany Times-Union! Read on to learn more about the rigorous HAVP bill.

The Biden administration's removal of Cuba from the terrorism list isn’t just symbolic: it means real relief for Cuban families who have suffered under cruel sanctions. Let’s continue pushing to end the blockade completely.

it’s absolutely insane that government staff feel emboldened enough to beat someone to death. abolition now.

Cuomo’s retaliation against Bennett was bankrolled by New York taxpayers, who have been footing the bill for Cuomo’s legal defense in various sexual harassment proceedings to the tune of about $25 million. law.com/newyorklawjo...

I’ve been informed of the death of a person at Marcy Correctional Facility last week as the result of deadly use of force by correctional staff. I extend my deep condolences to the loved ones of this person, and express my support for a full and independent investigation of this violent death. (1/4)

Grateful that so many @socialists.nyc endorsed electeds signed this letter. 🙌 @juliasalazar.bsky.social, @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social, @emilyassembly.bsky.social, @sarahana.bsky.social, @tiffanycaban.bsky.social and others!

📢 Over 50 elected officials, labor leaders, and solidarity organizations nationwide are calling on Biden to remove #Cuba from the State Sponsors of Terrorism list, ease Trump-era sanctions, and send humanitarian aid. It’s time to act. Press release: international.dsausa.org/cuba-solidar...

Led by Phillipe's family and @cmjengutierrez.bsky.social , @juliasalazar.bsky.social, we sent a letter to @nyc-dot.bsky.social recapping the asks and actions from our walk last week. We look forward to an update from DOT later this month.

Last Friday, immediately following our walk, @nyc-dot.bsky.social replaced a missing stop sign that the Haussmann family pointed out could have helped in Phillipe’s crash. Thanks to the family, @cmjengutierrez.bsky.social and @juliasalazar.bsky.social, other tangible changes here will be coming.

What a joy to spend Thanksgiving afternoon serving hot meals to seniors at Cypress Hills-Fulton St Senior Center and at Happy on Atlantic Ave. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!

YOU ALREADY HAVE NUTMEG CHECK AGAIN

If you're a New Yorker feeling angry or despondent about the election results and concerned about our country's future, register below for NYC-DSA's mass call Monday night with @aoc.bsky.social. Learn more about our movement and join DSA: www.dsausa.org/get-involved/

I love how menswear guy always goes back to housing

In partnership with @council.nyc.gov, CUNY Citizenship Now! is helping individuals apply for U.S. citizenship on December 7. Our team will help you: ✅ Check eligibility ✅ Fill out the application form ✅ Apply for a fee waiver, if eligible ✅ Prepare application packet to send to USCIS

We’re lighting two trees and having a Santa parade! Come over! 🤶🏽🎄

My dogs have learned how to open closed doors by themselves. It's over 😭

Joined @demsocialists.bsky.social elected officials from across the country this weekend to strategize about how local government can stand up to Trump and protect our communities. Get organized -> dsausa.org/join ✊🏿 @juliasalazar.bsky.social @jpforlou.bsky.social @jesseforindy.bsky.social

Yes; it's called the New Deal for CUNY and we all support it! www.nysenate.gov/legislation/...

We need to keep Bluesky weird and good because I don’t think I have another ‘social media migration’ in me