"An independent judiciary matters in itself, but also because it is typically among the authoritarian playbook’s first targets. Capturing the courts opens the way to other attacks on democratic norms and principles."
Political violence is rising in wealthy democracies. Polarized societies and bitter party politics are putting candidates and election officials in serious peril. Political leaders, more than anyone, have the power to stoke or stamp out this dangerous cycle of violence.
.@sarahemclaugh.bsky.social talks to the @newbooksnetwork.bsky.social about her new book and the authoritarian crackdown on scholars across borders.
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Proud of our leaders standing up for Cambridge. Burhan has been fighting since he was first elected to give everyone a home here. He knows that the our diversity fuels our friendships, art, ideas, and businesses. He won't let anything strip away who we are: not Trump, not the housing crisis.
Harvard just beat Trump in court. It wasn't just their lawyers. It was us: students, faculty, alumni, and the community writ large.
This moment feels overwhelming. We can't stop every attack, but we can slow them down and protect our own. That's the work and I need your vote to keep doing it.
We asked Boston At-Large Candidates, "What specific housing policy initiatives will you prioritize as an elected official?” 🧵Here is what they said. tinylink.net/o5Hwm
Are you prebeared to vote on September 9th?
While riding the B or Q trains between Dekalb Ave station and the Manhattan Bridge, you may catch a glimpse of "Masstransiscope," a public art installation by Bill Brand. It was added to the #NYCsubway system in 1980.
Not only did Rep. David Schweikert vote to kick over 31,000 Arizonans off their health care, but now he's mocking their outrage.
Rep. Schweikert has turned his back on #AZ01. We're going to make sure he's voted out of Congress.
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AHA member David Blight (Yale Univ.) was interviewed on CNN about the sweeping review of the Smithsonian ordered by President Trump. “They want to try to roll back about 60–70 years of historical scholarship. . . . They call it ‘wokeness.’ We call it good history.” 🗃️
It's 2018. The LA City Council is opposing SB827 because it overrides local control. Rent is $1,663
It's 2019. The LA City Council is opposing SB50 because it overrides local control. Rent is $1,791
It's 2025. The LA City Council is opposing SB79 because it overrides local control. Rent is $2,625
52 New Street - Welcome Home - This is what home feels like - Happy parents with 2 happy young children!
52 New Street - Application Period Closing Soon
1 week left to apply for affordable housing lottery at 52 New Street in Cambridge. Applications must be received before deadline Thu, Aug 28 at 3 p.m. The lottery will occur on September 16th, 2025 at 3 p.m.
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The MAGA energy agenda is pretty simple.
It's about combining the energy policy of the 1980s with the trade policy of the 1880s. And it's about trying so hard to own the libs at any cost, you raise electricity prices everywhere.
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"Restoring the right to vote in prison isn’t just good policy. It’s a moral imperative. And the objections don’t hold up." #mapoli www.bostonglobe.com/2025/08/06/o...
SCOOP from me: FEMA is planning to order states to immediately stop activities intended to combat domestic violent extremism - the latest in a broad federal move to downplay the threat:
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The MA Senate Judiciary Comm advanced both Clean Slate bills to Senate Ways & Mean, and now we NEED YOUR HELP!
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Security Deposits - Knowing the Law can Save you Thousands of Dollars.
Check out the info on CambMA's ABC IEPAC's website.
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Then consider donating to ABC IEPAC so we can continue to elect pro-housing / pro-tenant City Councillors!
I’m proud of what we've accomplished. Our “Paris-style” reforms made headlines, from The Economist to The Daily Show. Some said for the first time they have real hope they can stay in the city they love
But big wins come with big pushback and a tough re-election Help me raise the $50k I need to win
