Let me be clear: We will not tolerate hate in any form. Racial threats, whether expressed through words or actions, are a direct attack not just on individuals, but on the values of dignity, inclusion, and respect that we hold as a city. Words are also violence—and they leave lasting scars."

Breathe in for 4. Hold for 7. Release for 8.

9 Hospitals in TN at critical risk of closing if the BBB passes! There's still time to save our rural hospitals. Call your Senators and ask them to vote NO on the Medicaid cuts in the budget bill. #ProtectMedicaid #SaveRuralHospitals

If you live in these areas or know someone who does, make sure to contact Senators Blackburn and Hagerty. We can save our hospitals if we all speak up!

Congratulations to my team for renegotiating and updating their contract, as NYC's ONLY unionized campaign for Mayor!

Timeline cleanse

The PBS funding cuts are a blow to children who need it most. With more options than ever for kids' entertainment, producing research-backed, high-quality, non-advertising content for families—particularly those in low-resource areas—has never been more important.

Brutal.

Concerned citizens have turned to the Neighbors app, once used largely to look for lost deliveries, to make public service announcements about ICE raids in their communities.

I appreciate #MetroCouncilNash Budget & Finance chair @delishiafornash.bsky.social incorporating responses to the public hearing on the budget and priorities from colleagues in her substitute. I look forward to tonight's discussion and passage of a good budget. www.nashville.gov/departments/...

Here's a longer video of Brad Lander's detention just now inside 26 Federal Plaza as he tried to walk a man out of immigration court, by masked federal agents.

Tomorrow night, the #MetroCouncilNash will vote on the annual operating budget. Budget Chair @delishiafornash.bsky.social has a substitute budget that makes roughly $9 million in changes to the mayor's proposed budget. Here's a breakdown of those changes. 🦞🧵

Budget & Finance chair @delishiafornash.bsky.social brings her substitute budget before Council tomorrow night. How does the process work? What’s in her version? Where did she find the extra money to raise Metro employee pay? She’s on the show today to explain. Here or wherever you get your pods:

We are horrified at the targeted political assasination of MN elected officials, former Speaker of the House Melissa Hortman, her husband Mark, and the attempt on the lives of Sen. John Hoffman and his wife Yvette. Our full statement: localprog.org/MourningMeli...

The arrest of the SEIU CA President & protesters is a disgrace to our country — and part of a terrifying trend local electeds have also been facing. We stand for First Amendment rights. We stand for democracy. We stand with David Huerta & call for his immediate release.

Good night 😴 War is when the government tells you who the bad guy is. Revolution is when you decide that for yourself. Benjamin Franklin

So let me get this straight: masks are bad and un-American if worn to fight a pandemic, but good if worn by people claiming to be government agents when they kidnap people off the street

This whole thread. 😭😭😭

Public Health & Safety Special Called Meeting to discuss the May 3, 2025, immigration enforcement stops and clarify roles and responsibilities across federal, state, and local authorities. www.youtube.com/live/JusflNc...

Happy Birthday to me!

I appreciate Mayor O’Connell’s thoughtful & values-driven approach to the budget. As Budget & Finance Chair, I look forward to working w/ my colleagues on the Council & engaging w/ our community to craft a substitute budget that ensures ...

Councilmember At Large Delishia Porterfield is proud to celebrate the appointment of Mrs. Phyllis Hildreth as the first Director of Office of Youth Safety, a historic new initiative aimed at preventing youth violence through conflict resolution, restorative practices, and community-rooted strategy!🦞

📢 2025 Property Appraisal & Tax Rate Update – What You Need to Know! 🏡 The Davidson County Assessor of Property has released Nashville’s 2025 property values. 🏠 Appraisal = Estimate of your property’s market value - based on factors like recent comparable sales, location, and property size.

Remembering DeEbony Groves, Akilah DaSilva, Taurean C. Sanderling & Joe R. Perez. Today marks 7 yrs since we lost DeEbony, Akilah, Taurean & Joe. You are not forgotten. 4.22.18 May we never forget. May your legacy live on. #SayTheirNames #NeverForget #WaffleHouseShooting

From Property Assessor Vivian Wilhoite: Today, Friday, 4/18/2025, we mailed to Davidson County Property Owners & posted online at www.padctn.org the new 2025 Property Values. Check out the 2025 Reappraisal Heat Map showing Davidson County’s 45% median increase in property values.

Nashville Electric Service(NES) crews continue to restore power to customers from Saturday's storms. Crews have restored power to over 46k customers w/8k remaining w/o power. The majority of outages are in the Downtown, Old Hickory, Cane Ridge, White Bridge, Nolensville Pike & Whites Creek areas

Extra prayers for the Covenant Families today and all the families who have been impacted by mass shootings. After 2 years, Chief Drake today announces the closure of the investigation into the murders at The Covenant School, where 6 people were killed in a planned, calculated attack.

IYKYN 🦞🦞🦞

If you haven't already, step outside and look at the moon. 🌝 It's beautiful!!! 😍🥰

We may be physically away but Metro is never far from our hearts. #FUSUSWatch 🦞 @sandrafornash.bsky.social

1/29: First plane crash in 16 years in DC 1/31: Crash in Philly 2/5: Delta flight struck in Seattle 2/6: Flight wrecks in Alaska 2/10: Crash in Scottsdale 2/12: Military jet crashes in San Diego 2/16: Crash in Covington, GA 7 crashes since the WH congratulated itself for “restoring aviation safety”

Church was really good today. 💞 The message was "I deserve better." 🫶🏽 Here's the link for the live service that started at 11:15. www.youtube.com/live/jYVQyF1...

Google’s updated AI ethics policy removes its promise that it won’t use the technology to pursue weapons and surveillance.

My sweet neighbor shared this article with me from the Blue Raider Alum booklet. I'm honored to see my former intern and one of my mentees highlighted! So proud of you Yusuf! ✊🏽 Happy Black History Month! ✊🏽

We are members of Congress at the Treasury Department. We want to be let in to provide oversight on behalf of our constituents. @jasmineforus.bsky.social @sethmagaziner.bsky.social

Please join CM Deonte Harrell, United Family Fellowship, Hamilton United Methodist Church, Rise & Shine TN & Everyday Mama as they provide joy and support to our Antioch High School students!

Student-led Rally For Antioch #AntiochStrong

Join the Hispanic Family Foundation, TN Hispanic Action Network, Mother's Over Murder and Plaza Mariachi as they gather together as a community to support, heal, reflect, and be united. Join us as we find strength during this difficult time. Friday Jan 24 6-8 PM 3955 Nolensville Pike

Join Stand Up Nashville, The Equity Alliance and TIRRC as they bring Dr. Raquel Martin to provide guidance and tips for those impacted by the Antioch School Shooting. Friday Jan. 24 6-7 PM TIRRC HQ 3310 Ezell Rd

If you or your loved one has been affected by the Antioch High School shooting, please join us for a crisis processing session. January 24th at 6pm 2261 Murfreesboro Pike Facilitated by Center of Hope for Behavioral Health, Tri-Synergy Counseling, & The Grief Center RSVP: www.centerofhopebh.org

4:44 AM I've been up for 2 hours at least. Can't sleep. Thinking of the precious babies at Antioch and the beautiful young lady stolen from her family. I haven't slept well these last few months. Tonight is extra hard. 💔

“That was my first time being in a shooting at school.” COMPLETELY GUTTED.

💔💔💔💔 there are no words. No words. 😭😭😭 My God. The trauma these babies experienced. 😢

Please join CM Deonte Harrell and me as we partner with Hamilton Church United Methodist and United Family Fellowship for an Antioch Community Healing Gathering. Special thanks to Pastor Quentin Dickerson for opening the church during this time. We are planning to have grief counselors on-site.