Update on BOA’s next steps given the removal of sheriff Montgomery.

My letter I sent to the Post-Dispatch editorial board 👇 I strongly encourage others to also email them and express their displeasure. Here's the link to submit a letter to the editor to the Post-Dispatch: www.stltoday.com/forms/contac...

The most recent U.S. ambassador to Viktor Orban’s Hungary: “After years watching Hungary suffocate under the weight of its democratic collapse, I came to understand that the real danger of a strongman isn’t his tactics; it’s how others, especially those with power, justify their acquiescence.”

Friendly reminder to please join me Friday at 5:30 at HandleBar for a birthday celebration fundraiser to support my re-election 👇 secure.actblue.com/donate/green...

The City Youth Council is open to St. Louis residents ages 12–18. Members meet monthly to learn how local government works, connect with lawmakers, and workshop youth-focused legislation. Applications for the '25–'26 session are now open. Use the link in my bio to apply!

Friday marks the Board’s last full meeting before the legislative recess. However, the Board will reconvene over the recess to discuss time-sensitive issues. Use the link below for a comprehensive list of every board bill passed this session! www.stlouis-mo.gov/government/c...

gotta say, Brad Lander's really walked the walk in these past weeks and it's not something I'll soon forget

Beware of all of our national corporate media who is quickly trying to manufacture consent for war with Iran. Be conscious of where you are getting news from. Many international sites are much better.

🚨 The drumbeats of war have been sounding for a long time—today, they’ve become deafening. We are now at war with Iran. This moment didn’t come out of nowhere. 1/

So many awesome #juneteenth events in #STL today. While there is a national movement to erase Black history and Black Excellence, I’m so proud that our city chooses to elevate, rather than erase.

Tonight, I'll go home and sleep in my bed. I have a lawyer, I'll get due process. But Edgardo, whose arm was ripped from mine by ICE agents, has none of those things. That's why I'll keep coming back to court, week after week, to make sure that people's rights are protected.

Brad is a STL native and an amazing human. I’ve had the pleasure of serving with him on the @localprogress.bsky.social board for many years. May we all have the courage of our convictions like @nyccomptroller.bsky.social. #StandWithBrad #AbolishIce

The HUDZ committee will hold two public hearings this week to discuss and receive input on Board Bill 31, which allocates $30 million of Rams settlement interest to tornado relief and recovery. Use the link in my bio to join us in-person or to participate virtually!

FEMA is finally on the way.

The correct way to connect the authoritarian presence in LA and the Big Beautiful Bill is that the bill gives the government the resources to do this in dozens of cities at once. So if you don't like what's happening in LA, it's coming to your town if the bill passes.

It’s essential that we get emergency relief out the door quickly while we work toward longer term plans to rebuild.

northside nonprofit 4TheVille is helping with construction, safety, and stabilization work. here's what they've asked for, for tomorrow:

for @thenation.com, I wrote about last friday's tornado in St. Louis www.thenation.com/article/econ...

Updates in advance of tonight's predicted thunderstorms.

From BOA president @meganellyia.bsky.social : More storms are on the way late tonight through Tuesday. We are needing supplies to help prepare property from this next round of weather. Specifically we need: -tarps - plywood - nails/screws for plywood (1/2)

⚜️ STL mutual aid thread — i'll be adding links here to keep them all in one place; please feel free to to share info here too! #STL

Red Cross announced the opening of two St. Louis shelters, at Grace United Methodist Church and Friendly Temple Outreach Center.

Update on tornado recovery efforts.

Skeptics say my childcare $10 day bill that pays workers $20 hour is pie in the sky. They are wrong. New Mexico shows you can make childcare free & raise wages for providers. Dems need to dream big to improve life for working families. www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...

My statement regarding the passage of HJR 73, a ballot initiative that would overturn the abortion protections we voted into law less than a year ago.

There really needs to be more public discussion about how these “bans” criminalize the existence of some people and in doing so normalize fascist ideologies under the guise of public safety. Too many well meaning liberals don’t seem to understand this correlation. It’s dangerous.

BREAKING: Court orders Rumeysa Ozturk to be freed from ICE detention. The student was detained by the Trump admin six weeks ago for cowriting an op-ed urging Tufts to follow student resolutions to acknowledge genocide in Gaza & divest from companies tied to Israel. zeteo.com/p/breaking-t...

The number of vacant buildings in the city of St. Louis is dwindling, based on an early look at a new report from the St. Louis Vacancy Initiative.

St. Louis residents and community organizers fought for decades to get local control on the ballot. When it finally passed with overwhelming support statewide, it was a victory for St. Louis—and it’s working. Crime is down.

Omg this game is going to give me a heart attack #LGB

Monday at 9:30 a.m. City of St. Louis BOA Budget Committee hearing on FY 2026 Budget. City Hall/Youtube/Zoom. Budget director presents first. Public comment starts at 11 a.m. Testify in-person or via Zoom. No need to pre-register to speak. #STLbudget2026 www.stlouis-mo.gov/events/event...

Aldermanic President Megan Green's lawsuit, filed in Cole County, argues the state takeover law is unconstitutional on multiple grounds.

Approved by the Board of E&A this afternoon, the coming year's budget will now be reviewed by the Budget & Public Employees committee, chaired by Ald. Aldridge. 🗓️ May 5, 2025 🕤 9:30 AM 📍 Kennedy Hearing Room, Virtual Residents will have several opportunities to testify.

Business groups challenged the new minimum wage law but the Supreme Court rebuffed the plaintiffs days before a key provision takes effect.

Trump’s only good attribute is his ability to unite other countries.

5 international college students in Missouri have filed a federal lawsuit challenging the termination of their student registrations by the DHS — a revocation that essentially threatens their ability to legally remain in the US.

That fact that this is even necessary (it is) shows just how far into fascism we are.

“A lie can travel half way around the world while the truth is putting on its shoes.” - Mark Twain

A recession is coming.

“We’re not going to go along with something we think is unconstitutional,” said Aldermanic President Megan Green.

LET'S GOOOO

ELECTION RESULT: A team of city council members in Rolla, Missouri, have been pushing anti-LGTB policies, including a ban on drag shows and book censorship. Voters just ousted all three of these city councilors who were running for reelection, backing candidates backed by a local LGBT group.

It’s Election Day #stl. Get out there and vote!

I really hope there’s a cadre of Dems waiting in the wings to replace him when exhaustion finally sets in.

There are protests every few days now in many U.S. cities. In #stl - April 3, 4 and 5th. Larger events April 5. #nokings #nomusk

Our end of season report is out. Take a look to see all the Board accomplished this session 👇

Our federal workers are under attack. Join us Saturday at 10am at the Arch as we stand in solidarity with our STL federal workers.

When the experts in authoritarianism are leaving the US you know we are in trouble.

With the recent turmoil at SLPS, we need candidates with vision, governance experience, and a strong connection to our public schools. That being said, I’m proudly endorsing the following people for election to the School Board: