On Sunday, First Parish in Needham, UU unveiled a memorial commemorating those enslaved in the 18th century. Thanks to the hard work of the committee members and Rev. Catie, this was an incredibly meaningful event! Thanks as well to our guests Chief Peter Silva Arrow, Darlene Troge & Gloria Greis.

A Minnesota woman observing ICE agents in her car was cornered on one-way streets. An agent approached, called her by name—citing facial recognition. Days later, her Global Entry and TSA privileges were revoked, with no explanation.

Charging a Black journalist under the KKK Act for reporting on a protest is a whole new level of fucked up.

Yesterday we prepared together. Today clergy showed up in prayer—and were arrested for it. Today police arrested faith leaders as they prayed. This comes from an administration that claims to defend churches from protest, yet sees no problem arresting clergy while they pray in public witness.

I’m so proud and grateful for the opportunity to join clergy from across the country in Minneapolis to gather in solidarity and resistance to ICE. This is sacred work. ICE has no place here.

I also love America and believe in its stated values. And I understand that this pronouncement lands very differently when it comes from an organization that has intentionally been overhauled in order to curry favor with a jingoistic proto-fascist who says his opponents hate the country.

This is absurd. This acquisition will fundamentally change film, television, and streaming.

In Breaking and Blessing, the 2020 volume of the inSpirit Poetry Series, Rev. Sean Parker Dennison imagines letters from angels, draws on the natural world, and reflects on love and calling. Available at shopinspirit.org.

UU President Rev. Dr. Sofía Betancourt joins faith leaders across traditions in proclaiming: transgender, intersex, and nonbinary people are holy, whole, and worthy of love. Together, we call out the misuse of religion to justify harm. www.uuworld.org/articles/uua...

Don't forget to vote today in Salem's election! We have a fantastic slate of candidates (some of my favorites are featured here). I'll be voting for Andrew Smith, Alice Merkl, Ty Hapworth, Conrad Prosniewski, and Kyle Davis! For more information on voting & polling locations, visit the link in bio.

Our municipal elections are tomorrow (Nov. 4th)! Make sure to get to the polls. Polls will be open from 7:00 AM until 8:00 PM. More information is available from the City of Salem City Clerks Office (link in bio).

I'm supporting Andrew for City Councillor. I strongly encourage residents to learn more about him. Committed to moving us forward, Andrew's vision for an affordable, safe, resilient Salem aligns with mine. I know he is a leader we'd be lucky to have in City Hall. Visit his website (link in bio).

Happy Halloween! There many ways to enjoy today in our neighborhoods and around Salem! Check out the public events at the Salem Common, Charlotte Forten Park, Washington Street, and Front Street! Trick-or-Treating is set for 5:30-8:00pm! For more, visit www.salemma.gov/CivicAlerts.....

An incredibly well written piece exploring the commercialization of the Salem witch trials in popular imagination. While not all tours are as terrible as the one Dillon unfortunately had, I hear massive historical inaccuracies proclaimed daily. We need to bring the true history to the fore.

For over 250 years, Massachusetts has said “No Kings!” I was so proud to gather with Unitarian Universalists from around the country to resist tyranny and oppression.

“The Constitution is not an instrument for the government to restrain the people, it is an instrument for the people to restrain the government…” ~Patrick Henry

Today is Election Day! The Ward 2 polling location is the Community Life Center at 401 Bridge St. Polls are open from 7:00 AM until 8:00 PM.

Thank you to Salem Access Television for opening your studio for candidates! www.newhallforsalem.com/post/satv-st...

Thank you for coming to the forums this week! We have work to as Salem moves forward. Thanks to the LWV, Downtown Neighborhood Assoc., Common Neighborhood Assoc., Chestnut St residents, & Federal St Neighborhood Assoc. for organizing. Thanks to the Waterfront Hotel & Hamilton Hall for hosting.

I'll be at two upcoming community forums this week! Wards 1 & 2 Candidate Forum - Monday from 7:00-8:30 PM at the Salem Waterfront Hotel. Ward 2 Candidate Forum - Tuesday from 6:30-8:00 PM at Hamilton Hall.

Governor Maura Healey released a statement today in response to the U.S. Department of Transportation’s decision to cancel funding for port infrastructure projects, including a near $34 million investment to the City of Salem to redevelop a vacant industrial facility into an offshore wind terminal.

Thank you to the @lgbtqvictoryfund.bsky.social for your support! I'm so grateful and honored to be listed among my fellow queer community leaders. Read the press release here: victoryfund.org/news/lgbtq-v...

It was a beautiful day to join the Salem Common Neighborhood Association's block party! I really enjoyed connecting with everyone!

The Supreme Court is reviewing a vitally important NIH case on its shadow docket. It is likely that the Court will back Trump, and say his (illegal) grant terminations are ok. We must speak up now. 1/

Check out the schedule of events for this year’s Heritage Days! www.salemma.gov/CivicAlerts....

On Tuesday, Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) held a hearing on the plan for the reconstruction of Bridge St. (Route 107) from just west of the Washington St. intersection to Flint St. MassDOT expects the project to be funded with 80% federal funding and 20% state funding.

Upcoming Public Hearing tomorrow from MassDOT on the reconstruction of Bridge Street Route 107. The hearing will take place from 6:30-7:30 on July 29th. To learn more and register to attend: www.mass.gov/event/salem-...

I'm heartbroken by my grandmother's death this Wednesday. She was always filled with such curiosity and a spirit of adventure. We enjoyed sailing together and chatting about the books we were reading. I love her so much and will miss her ❤️ www.legacy.com/us/obituarie...

So many people came out to wish a happy 100th birthday to the Hawthorne Hotel! Since opening on July 23rd, 1925, the Hawthorne has been an icon in Salem. We are so lucky to have this historic hotel!

It’s been a great few days on the water as Race Committee for Marblehead Junior Race Week! Lots of fun seeing Salem, Marblehead, Manchester sailors (and others from farther away) out having so much fun!

It's time for yard signs! If you'd like me to drop one off for you, click the link below! www.newhallforsalem.com/yardsign

Thank you Salem Dems and Democratic Socialists for last night’s event! I loved connecting with Salem residents. Lots of questions about trees, Salem High, serving marginalized communities, development projects & more! To hear more, connect, volunteer, or donate, please visit newhallforsalem.com.

It was great door knocking this weekend! I’ve enjoyed hearing your ideas for moving Salem forward. I’ve heard concerns over traffic, tourism & affordability. We need to focus on repairing our infrastructure. We must also maintain and expand communication pathways to increase the City's transparency.

What a great turnout last night down by the water at Derby Wharf! The music was fabulous and we had some great fireworks! Happy 4th of July!

Happy 4th of July! What a great day to celebrate our independence. Thanks to the Salem Common Neighborhood Association for hosting a reading of the Declaration of Independence with a stirring reflection from Councillor Caroline Watson-Felt. I hope to see you at Derby Wharf festivities this evening!

The @uua.org released a statement last night condemning the US bombings in Iran as a moral failure. www.uua.org/pressroom/pr...

I’m so happy to see that @markey.senate.gov and @warren.senate.gov are doing good work! We need elected leaders who are not in the pocket of billionaires. www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...

Happy Pride Month! The flags are waving, the sun is out, and Salem is proud of our queer community. Queer joy is sacred. Queer rights are human rights.

After filing this morning, I'm on the ballot! Thanks to all who signed my nomination papers! I’m excited for the work ahead. I’ve loved hearing your thoughts, concerns & hopes for Salem. Next is more conversations and engagement with all across Ward 2! Join my campaign at www.newhallforsalem.com

MassDOT announced that the Kernwood Ave. Bridge will close to all traffic from 6:00 am Monday, June 2, to Friday, July 11. The repairs will preserve the bridge until the planned project to construct a permanent replacement bridge commences. See the full text here: www.salemma.gov/CivicAlerts....

We had a wonderful time yesterday at the flag raising in honor of Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) month!

Proof this guy is full of SITH.

The City Council’s Community and Economic Development Committee and the Committee of the Whole will discuss the 2024 Haunted Happenings Report tomorrow at 6:00 PM in Council Chambers. Read more & access the report here: www.salemma.gov/AgendaCenter... #salem #salemma #salemmasa #hauntedhappenings

Rev. Barber continues to lead with incredible courage.

Liverpool have done it. They've done it at a canter, in style, with ease. They are the 2024-25 Premier League champions.

Liverpool win record-equalling 20th league title with rout of Tottenham

This week we gathered at Notch to kickoff the campaign! Thank you to all who came! I really enjoyed connecting with each of you. And, thank you to @notchbrewing.bsky.social for welcoming us.