"The pandemic of contempt in political matters makes it impossible for people of opposing views to work together." That's from Arthur C. Brooks, a professor and colleague. I agree. My goal this year is to move myself beyond contempt of any kind and bui…https://t.co/V5MzQXwNgm
Have you read author Daniel James Brown's The Boys in the Boat? I interviewed him about his latest book, Facing the Mountain about Japanese internment camps on the West Coast. Super book that dives deep into one aspect of our shadowy history. https://t.co/1jChsJCIsb
Our Harvard Advanced Leadership Initiative Social Impact Review published a series today called Transforming Cities. John Feit and Scott Bonjukian of Seattle's Lid I-5 organization joined me in offering solutions in this article: R…https://t.co/wPwnhzboqp https://t.co/wQozuVhlWi
I'm pleased to see our series published today in #ALISocialImpactReview on Disability Awareness getting widespread interest. Two fellows with Encore's Op-Ed Project, Peter Slatin from NYC and Professor Kathleen Bogart from Oregon State University have jo…https://t.co/jiicyJfifz
If you are interested in a Clean Energy job in Boston, here's an opportunity. Bonus: You'll be working with Sanjay Seth, too. He's terrific. https://t.co/Bnvqaz75Um
I'm in class with EJ Dionne. In discussing how we move forward as a country he quoted Charles DeGaulle: “Patriotism is when love of your own people comes first; nationalism, when hate for people other than your own comes first.” Time to extend that love across our nation.
Looking forward to working with you, Linda Dakin-Grimm, author of Dignity and Justice, Welcoming the Stranger on Our Border Congratulations on the publication of a great article. https://t.co/b3JgP1eI9y
I'm working on a project to support humanitarian workers in Brownsville TX who provide a lifeline to asylum seekers in Matamoros. Fortunately, Jill Biden got there before me: https://t.co/eBCZANsgFN. MPP must go.
This is what our Mayor found at her house this morning. Uncivilized, and frankly seventh-grade stuff. Come on people. We need to build some bridges to solve our social problems. Name calling and spray paint don't hack it.
In tonight’s presidential debate the President said the “Portland Sheriff” supports him. As the Multnomah County Sheriff I have never supported Donald Trump and will never support him.
I have the chills and am sick to my stomach. No, it's not Covid. I just watched the first Presidential debate. Whatever happened to decorum? Among other Trumpisms: "It's not going to end well."
I'm outraged by Trump in every way and those electeds who won't stand up to him. Join me by volunteering with https://t.co/plumbrXwPt. We are targeting winnable US Senate races and supporting new leaders.
This budget invests in systemic solutions for homelessness, housing, hygiene and coordinated criminal justice reform. While we were thoughtful in our deliberations, we made some tough choices. Learn more about the city's budget investments: https://t.co/2IdGZ3E5sq
In my second and final year serving as Budget Chair, I worked closely with my Council colleagues to create a balanced budget reflecting our collective commitment to address issues that matter most to people in our city.
My @qamagnews Op-Ed: West Wing Shelter, a collaboration between Seattle @DESCSeattle & @KingCountyWA, provides 24/7 housing to 40 formerly homeless men and is one of the best options I have seen for ways to assist people who are living on our streets. https://t.co/9MfyT3D835
My ebike was stolen last week, lock cut and taken out of a locked garage!!
Stolen 2014 IZIP Path Plus https://t.co/YPXaMc6lC9 Thanks for letting me know if you should see it.