My partner (easily) convinced me to binge Season 2 of Andor, and it is absolutely terrifying to watch the parallels happening in/around/about Chicago. Like if you told me Trump was building a Death Star, I would say "yep, that makes sense."

Me and my birthday cake Oreos.

Good morning. The government is shut down because Trump wants to act like a king and steal from you. Democrats have no obligation to support a budget that funds the destruction of our democracy - and DOUBLES health premiums to fund a tax cut for billionaires.

I know it's not new, but I'm still blown away by news outlets carrying Republicans' water this morning over the shutdown. Punchbowl in particular...whew, boy. They list a bunch of shitty things that happen during a shutdown, completely failing to mention it's ALREADY HAPPENING ANYWAY.

“The behavior was pure misogynistic abuse, and it’s a growing movement in American culture right now.” www.glamour.com/story/the-mi...

Huge props to @sammellins.bsky.social for this much needed reporting. But it shouldn’t take a news outlet exposing shitty conditions for public servants to get paid what they deserve. You know what would strengthen our legislature even more? A staff union (which the NYSLWU is working on!)

“Like their French peers, many of NY’s billionaires have predicted the fall of civilization if their taxes are raised, but it’s…hard to see how raising from 10.9% on the portion of their income in excess of $25M to 12.9% would bring the walls of the temple tumbling down” prospect.org/economy/2025...

What an article. Only thing I wish is that Noah had 1,000 more words to loop in Cuomo’s corruption…because Adams isn’t the only one who’s charged with the Trump admin. And Adams is not the only one running like his corrupt past doesn’t exist.

This level of passive aggressive behavior is unseemly for any kind of leader

“It’s pretty presumptuous of Jay to declare himself the decision-maker of who aligns w/ Dem Party values. AM Mamdani is running on wildly popular policies that clearly resonate w/ the Dem base in NYC & nationally. Perhaps it’s Jay who doesn’t represent the...Dem Party, not our duly elected nominee.”

Cuomo never should’ve reappointed Jay as chair. Hochul never should’ve kept Jay on as Chair when she became governor. Jay should’ve resigned in 2022. His resignation can’t come soon enough. But us state cmt members need to do whatever we can to help install the Chair NY Dems deserve, too.

"Do you think the government should increase taxes on the wealthiest to strengthen the country's social and safety net programs?" Yes: 73% No: 26% Beacon/Shaw / Sep 9, 2025

New Mexico's economy is a fraction of the size of New York City's. If they can enact universal childcare — and relieve working families of a crushing cost burden — surely we can too. It's just a question of political will.

Once again, the super-rich and highly profitable corporations escape paying what they owe. ....Must be nice. It's up to state lawmakers to ensure the wealthy pay their fair share.

Welp, @governor.ny.gov is on board with Trump & Congressional Republicans' efforts to make NY sicker. @axios.com reported this morning that Hochul is scrapping expanded healthcare b/c of the Federal Budget Scam. www.axios.com/2025/09/10/n... Our response (spoiler, she should #TaxTheRich instead)👇

SCOTUS: considering race as one factor in a college applicant's file is blatantly unconstitutional ALSO SCOTUS: considering race as one factor in targeting whom to detain and deport is cool cool cool

mom's spaghetti

FWIW, this was also a Friday afternoon.

Survivors everywhere deserve accountability — from those who shared their truths of Epstein's abuse, to those who joined in solidarity today. I see you & I'm proud to stand with you. Together, we'll keep pushing for a Congressional hearing & the release of the full Epstein files.

Making fun of the harassment, bullying, and abuse that staffers and even reporters experienced at the hands of Cuomo (and his circle) isn’t funny.

Good morning to @katiehonan.bsky.social and only Katie Honan.

Earlier today, dozens of organizations & lawmakers, representing tens of thousands of NYers, called for a #SpecialSession to #TaxTheRich and protect our communities from the Federal Budget Scam. Thank you to our representatives and allies who stood for the safety & dignity of every New Yorker.

If Cuomo wants Zohran to give up his apartment, then Cuomo should pay back the 20M in taxpayer dollars he’s used to fund his legal warfare against the women he sexually harassed. And he should self-fund his defense moving forward. Imagine how many single moms would benefit from that $20M??

After months of pushing, HFNY’s original co-founders secured NY’s first public hearing on sexual harassment in 30 years. Survivors, experts, & advocates spoke openly for 12+ hours. And we secured multiple legislative wins as a result. Listen to survivors. Lift up survivors. Let survivors lead.

“I am not saying he caused the earthquake, I am just saying he FUELS earthquakes”

Over/under until Cuomo blames Mamdani for the earthquake?

Thank you @guyrichardssmit.bsky.social

3 independent reports confirmed Cuomo sexually harassed 11+ women. He willingly resigned instead of facing impeachment. He’s now using taxpayer $$$ to continue harassing these women. A LOT has come of this, and not all of it good.

Does he mean like the magic wand he waved so that New York had the strongest protections in the country against workplace sexual harassment? He's right: many New Yorkers did fall captive to his bullshit. He sexually harassed some of them under his supposed "strongest laws in the nation."

My entire pre-teen life has been a lie. I will not be taking questions at this time.

“No-Cuomo voters made up 70% of fully completed ballots.” ✊✊✊ gothamist.com/news/how-did...

I’m glad Brittany will close this chapter, but the settlement clause banning her from seeking employment in the Gov’s office is absolute bull. These blackball clauses (which the Gov. also imposed on Charlotte) should be banned. @hfny.bsky.social has a bill that will do just that.

BC attorney: “Contrary to the rantings of Cuomo’s lawyers, we are confident that Ms. Commisso would prevail at trial. However, because the state offered her a very appealing settlement, Ms. Commisso, like (NYC) voters, decided to turn the page on Cuomo. He should learn how to take no for an answer.”

yes. I hate the term "accuser" and it's use in this context has misogynist origins

Journalists who cover harassment & abuse have a responsibility to advocate to their editors for survivor-centered— and factual— headlines. “Accuser” is victim-blaming. Period.

I’m not gonna re-post his dumb (second) video, but here’s your reminder that Andrew Cuomo is a serial sexual harasser who is using taxpayer $$$ to continue harassing his victims through the court system. NYC deserves better.

I'm not gonna re-post his dumb video, but here's your reminder that Andrew Cuomo is a serial sexual harasser (as found by 3 separate investigations) who surrounds himself with similarly corrupt people willing to retaliate against others on his behalf. NYC deserves better.

Abusers never take no for an answer. nypost.com/2025/07/13/u...

As you read this article, remember: 1. @investinourny.bsky.social campaign has pushed to tax the rich for years (w/80+ orgs) 2. dozens of lawmakers (not just Socialists in office) support our legislative agenda 3. NYers overwhelmingly support taxing the rich 4. THE RICH DON’T MOVE BECAUSE OF TAXES.

If you're pissed off at the NYT, here's your chance to put my money where your mouth is. This long weekend, I will donate $0.50 to @thecity.nyc for each of: - every new Bluesky follower I get - every new Bluesky follower THEY get - everyone who reposts this post

We know why. Journalists and their news organizations were afraid of Cuomo and his expensive taxpayer-funded attorneys. This is a story that plays out across the country. Playing nice with abusers only makes you part of the abuse.

I’ve noticed that many articles re Cuomo have stopped including his denial of the sexual harassment that three separate investigations (including Biden’s DOJ) found he committed. Good. Who cares what this abuser says about his abuse. But why was this included to begin with?

@gothamist.com reported yesterday that Small was already investigated for his treatment of staff. The fact that he was still in a position to allegedly sexually harass someone is deeply concerning. Gov. Hochul must transparently remedy the gaps in the executive chamber worker protections policies.

Y’all, this is really bad. Even if you have private insurance & don’t depend on SNAP. This law will hurt all of us (unless you’re rich as fuck). Whatever state you live in, call your state reps & ask them how they’re going to protect you, your family, & your community from these devastating cuts.

Governor Hochul and State Lawmakers must do what New York's GOP Congressmembers refused to do: stand up for New Yorkers. It's time to #TaxTheRich and #InvestInOurNY

Every person deserves a harassment-free workplace. A strong investigative process is one that centers the person who was hurt. And when they experience harassment, they deserve support and guidance. @hfny.bsky.social is here to provide support if you need it.

Every person deserves a harassment-free workplace. A strong investigative process is one that centers the person who was hurt. And when they experience harassment, they deserve support and guidance. HFNY is here to provide support if you need it.

Last week, HFNY Founding Director @ericaforny.bsky.social joined @lindseyboylan.bsky.social, @char-bennett.bsky.social & @biaggi4ny.bsky.social to call on state leaders to take urgent action against Cuomo’s continued abuse of taxpayer resources and legal intimidation tactics. 1/

Cuomo’s taxpayer-funded defense attorney (who’s raked in $19+ million) was also on Cuomo’s campaign team. Sure hope @nyscomptroller.bsky.social reviews Glavin’s invoices to see if she’s charging New Yorkers for her time with Candidate Cuomo.