Thank you to the community and my colleagues on the Berkeley City Council @cityofberkeley for making Berkeley the first city in California and the United States to prohibit natural gas infrastructure in new buildings! #ClimateEmergency #ElectrifyEverything

In recent years, the people of Georgia have flooded the streets, standing up against police brutality and the brutal crackdown on peaceful protests. They are determined to pursue a democratic future, yet their government is blocking that path. Instead of moving towards democracy, the government is adopting Russian-style laws that curtail freedom. On October 26, Georgia held its parliamentary elections. The ruling party claims victory, but the civil society of Georgia, including election observers, has clearly stated that the results do not reflect the true will of the people. Widespread violations were reported, both before and during election day. I stand with the people of Georgia in their call for a full investigation and for new, truly free and fair elections. The world must pay attention. The people of Georgia deserve to have their voices heard. They deserve the chance to choose their future. This is not just their fight; it is the fight of every person who believes in freedom, equality, and justice. And we must stand with them.

BIG NEWS: New York Governor Kathy Hochul is moving to revive congestion pricing after Trump’s win. She’s apparently looking to enact the “delayed policy” that was assumed killed before Trump takes office. Very interesting. That would be a very good thing. politico.com/news/2024/11/08…

If you live in Berkeley, Oakland or Albany, please vote for Nikki Fortunado Bas for County Supervisor, who is capable, progressive & not beholden to real estate or police interests. Her opponent's supporters have sent ugly and false mailers. More info: truthaboutbauters.com

35 years later. An homage to ACT UP NY’s 1989 action on Halloween where members protested Trump outside Trump Tower to demand housing for people with AIDS (PWAs) and connected Trump’s greed to the lack of it.

Group behind the East Bay recalls sent out a mailer that also opposed Prop 3 (marriage equality), a position that puts them to the right of the California Republican Party, which was neutral on 3. Vote no on the recalls, and Yes on 3.

The prize for best campaign outfit goes to @Leahfsw 🐝

This event commemorates the origins of Berkeley’s famous early modal filters (those star wars looking concrete planters). They were initially a huge controversy but now they’re a beloved part of the residential street grid.

I lived in Berkeley for a decade many years ago. I came back to give a talk at the university and I completely forgot how good the food is here. Here’s a random aisle in the grocery store with 10 kinds of egg plant.

If this isn’t an argument for free public transit, I don’t know what is.

Vote yes on measure HH to increase air quality standards in City buildings! healthyberkeleybuildings.org…

As our kids go #BackToSchool, never forget that we ARE the traffic that we’re using as an excuse. If they walked, biked or rode transit to school, it would erase a massive number of car trips each day, and our kids would be safer, healthier and better at school. Spread the word.

order Rugelach made by recent Ukrainian refugees sheltered in the Bay Area — OutBaking outbaking.com/order-rugelach…

ASTOUNDING! 22 JULY 21024 HIGHEST TEMPERATURE 125,000 YRS. Average surface air temperature recorded globally on July 22, reached 17.15 degrees Celsius, highest in 125,000 years. Copernicus #climatechange #globalwarming

Amazing news! Our campaign office is now open from 3pm-5pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday of every week. Come meet our volunteer organizer Sam, sign up to volunteer, and find out how you can help!

Berkeley schools will offer free breakfast and lunch for students all summer  berkeleyside.org/2024/06/10/…

Endorsement Alert! After their main opponents failed to show at our candidate forum, Wellstone Democratic Renewal Club, the largest Democratic Club in the East Bay, is proud to endorse two amazing women: Kate Harrison for Mayor of Berkeley and Jovanka Beckles for State Senate!

Stop The Eviction - Protect Community Sailing, Preserve Cal Sailing Club’s J-Dock Berths - Sign the Petition! chng.it/FPPNNBBdv5 via @Change

Happy #Pride, California! We’ve come so far since Stonewall, but extremists are ramping up attacks on the LGBTQI community—from healthcare to hate speech. During #PrideMonth, let's celebrate our incredible LGBTQI community while recommitting to the fight for true equality.

ALL EYES ON RAFAH. The Israeli military has just carried out a massacre in Rafah. They bombed displaced families huddled in tents, killing over 35 people with more trapped in the flaming debris. The death toll is still rising. We will never forget the images emerging from Rafah tonight. Human beings, including babies, were burned alive and torn apart. This genocide must end, it must end now.