🧵1/6 Every week I see people asking where Chicago’s next generation of progressive leaders is. My answer? They’re already here. We just aren’t paying enough attention.

“Every billionaire is a policy failure.” That’s a strong statement. I like it.

"Yes, I believe in accountability. Yes, we all want our youth to be safe. However, I will never support the notion that Black and brown youth need to stay on their block and inside their homes." ~7th District Councilor @dionmcgill.bsky.social Read this important perspective in The TRiiBE ⤵️

Ya know…there’s not many a day I don’t stop and think about how much respect I have for Paul Ryan. I loathed him when he was in office, but he had the integrity to see the Trump storm coming and say “no ma’am…no thanks!” Pack his bags and head home. 👍🏾👍🏾

So proud to serve with @dionmcgill.bsky.social . Great op-ed, sir. thetriibe.com/2026/06/opin...

My friend and Civic Leadership Academy cohort member @dionmcgill.bsky.social comes bearing critiques, research, and solutions.

Happy Sunday Chicago. What it do?

Hey Chicago! I am hosting a Southside Cannabis and Community Symposium next Wednesday, 4/22 at the beautiful Ramova Theatre. Who wants to come extend their 4/20 celebrations with me? Details at the link: linktr.ee/cannasymposium

I’m hosting a cannabis and community symposium, and you all should come. April 22, 2026 The Ramova Theatre RSVP here: bit.ly/cannasymposium

For those of you keeping abreast of District Council and CCPSA activity. www.instagram.com/reel/DWZaTQE...

How did election night play out for everyone? It was a rough one on this end, but a few glimmers of hope. It did drive me to late night Taco Bell.

For anyone who needs a midday music break. What are you all listening to today? youtu.be/xddW6HJUeQ8?...

🧵1/2 About 90 minutes into my first Consent Decree hearing and I’m struck (again) by how few people really know what the Consent Decree is, why Chicago is under one, or what it actually means for police accountability. Real talk: this is where a lot of the actual work and tension around reform lives

Wow! What sounded like the entire AEW Dynamite audience in Las Vegas tonight chanted "Fuck ICE! Fuck ICE!" in unison before the main event

🧵1/4 Today I attended Transit Equity Day with @activetrans, thanks to an invite from Grow Greater Englewood. It’s held on Rosa Parks’ birthday, which feels like the right reminder that public transituuuuu has always been a civil rights issue. We talked Western Corridor and citywide transit equity.

Last call to apply for the Community Commission for Public Safety and Accountability. Deadline is Feb 6 at 11:59 PM. Applications must be complete, including reference letters, to be considered. These seats shape police oversight in Chicago. Apply here: ccpsa.chicago.gov/apply-to-ser... #chicago

🧵1/4 I really hate that we can’t trust the media to give equal representation to candidates in political races. I saw a discussion today about the US Senate Democratic primary debate between Stratton, Kelly, and Krishnamoorthi, framed as a choice between the three “major” candidates.

What a cap to a long, intense weekend. Solidarity! #chicago

So, is it just me, or was that CCPSA meeting a wild affair? I was enthralled when I walked outside in the pouring rain and saw the line extend from Thalia Hall to Racine. I was incensed when I heard they turned people away. I am in love with the raucous voice of this city. We will continue to fight

Hundreds of people have packed into Chicago's Thalia Hall tonight for a community listening session on CPD collaboration with ICE/CBP. Police district councillors who gathered petition signatures required to hold tonight's hearing are opening by thanking the community for showing out.

It’s going to be a busy week. If you are a person who cares about the ongoing issues with ICE and CPD, you should come to both of these.

Digital Dermatitis. If you know, you know. 🤷🏽‍♂️

1/8 🧵 Our city recently witnessed two troubling incidents. A group of youth assaulted a classmate and his family. And the Chicago Christmas tree lighting ended with a shooting involving several Black Chicago youth. I am deeply saddened by both.

🧵1/4 I had some time for reflection today. This photo from my time in Afghanistan came to mind. I served on a base with Afghan soldiers and police. Different culture, different faith, different language, but we built real bonds.

Alderman Raymond Lopez will talk about a lot of things on social media. One thing he oddly won’t discuss is the group of residents who rallied in front of his office, calling for his resignation, as well as how his ward night was coincidentally canceled the same evening. Isn’t that ironic? #chicago

The Illinois Secretary of State has launched a hotline for folks who see ICE switching license plates. Tampering with or removing license plates is illegal in Illinois. If you see it, report it. Call 312-814-1730.

What the hell is going on?!?!?

I was reflecting this morning on how some days I just want to kick myself, because I feel like I’m slacking. This usually happens when my body is yelling at me “slow down!!! Weekends…for reasons!” I have to stop, breathe, and tell myself…I’m doing my best. Can you relate?

Word. See you all soon!

At this point I feel like I’m yelling into the void, but it needs to be said; Silence is not an option. If you are an elected who hasn’t said word one about what is going on throughout the city, I hope your constituents wear your phone out this week.

Chicago, can we talk about this? I don’t even own skates, but a skate party protest at least one day a week really sounds like something I need in my life right now.

Anyway you can. Attend marches and protests. Cross post what is happening. Engage with your local politicians. Talk to people. Vote.

Heard this is going down Friday and wanted to spread the word. Pretty sure I’m gonna swing through. Say hello if you see me!

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“Terrible things are happening outside. Poor helpless people are being dragged out of their homes. Families are torn apart. Men, women, and children are separated. Children come home from school to find that their parents have disappeared.” Diary of Anne Frank January 13, 1943

Just got to Quik Trip a few moments ago. Every road to Broadview is blocked off by ISP and Broadview police. Protestors be safe. This bottling in doesn’t feel good. #broadview #protest

I am here at the Broadview Detention. A large ISP contingent here. Just in the 30 minutes I’ve been here, it “feels” like ISP is working in concert with ICE officials. They also keep widening the perimeter on a crowd standing and chanting “peaceful protestors.” This is not good.

Still thinking about the way Chicago indie media came together yesterday to demand Steve’s release. That level of solidarity in such a crucial moment gives me hope. What’s happening in Chicago is reaching people. Amanda Seales shared it on IG. Tired, but encouraged to keep pushing.

This morning we are calling out ICE for abducting our neighbor, Alejandro Fraire Valdez, and demanding his immediate release. Families in our community should not live in fear. Full press release here: linktr.ee/mcgillfor7th... —————-

It’s been a heavy week of news and hard conversations. Chicago’s own Aight Bet says it best: Don’t Be Lyin, Be Lion. 🦁 What you give is what you get. Persistence beats resistance. Stand firm, test your fortitude, and step into the lions’ den together. youtu.be/ZKkySaoEL8A?... #chicago

I served in the Illinois Army National Guard. I know what it means to patrol American streets. Trump’s threat to send the Guard to Chicago is political theater and an abuse of power. Chicago belongs to its people, not to any man trying to play strongman.

Will be super interesting to see how this plays out. Also of note, 18th District Councilor Karen Kane has been a staunch advocate of upholding pretextual traffic stops in Chicago. Will definitely be bringing this up at our meeting tonight in the 7th District.

Trump’s move in D.C. is an abuse of power and a warning for every city. Now he’s threatening Chicago’s autonomy and our bail reform. We will defend reform, protect democracy, and stand with leaders who tell the truth, not sell fear. If it can happen in D.C., it can happen anywhere.

Jimmy Soto, who spent four decades behind bars for a double homicide he didn’t commit, has officially received his certificate of innocence, more than a year after Cook County prosecutors dismissed all charges against him.

@goodpods.bsky.social Is there no way to delete episodes I don’t want to listen to from my latest episodes list on iPhone? I find this problematic.

Here at a CCPSA Nominating Committee meeting. This is a part of the District Council work that I think goes completely under the radar. District Councils nominate potential members of the Commission, with final members picked by the Mayor.

I'm attending John Lewis Actions's event, “GOOD TROUBLE LIVES ON: Chicago, IL” - sign up now to join me! www.mobilize.us/indivisiblec... Who’s coming with me?!?!?

There are so many people running for so many different seats, I’m starting a crib sheet to keep them straight. I got tired of people looking at me strange for conflating races. The variety makes me happy. More people should run, but man, it gets confusing! #politics

Turns out the cop who shot & killed his partner was a clown who probably should have been fired when he was a probationary officer.

Crazy day yesterday. As widely reported, a car came through the protest early on. For the record: here’s your boy with the smooth moves.