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Becky Hoffman

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Jersey City Resident and Berkshires lover; lighting professional and community activist.

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Every senator who voted to confirm RFK Jr owns this tragedy. Every single one.

27.02.2026 14:51 πŸ‘ 16778 πŸ” 7027 πŸ’¬ 540 πŸ“Œ 375

This is brilliant. If I could stomach it, it would be the basis for tonight’s drinking game.

25.02.2026 00:33 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Union: WNBA made enough money for revenue sharing The WNBA players union says that the league generated enough revenue to trigger revenue sharing.

For the first time in league history, the WNBA generated enough revenue in 2025 to trigger revenue sharing with players. Players will receive $8 million.

The union will also pay out $9.25 million from revenue generated from its group licensing program.

www.espn.com/wnba/story/_...

23.02.2026 17:08 πŸ‘ 7202 πŸ” 1227 πŸ’¬ 163 πŸ“Œ 90
A blue background with white and orange text on it that reads, β€œNew Jersey has a chance not only to restore the protections stripped from the federal Voting Rights Act, but to modernize them, strengthen them, and tailor them to the state’s unique needs. 

β€œPassing A1715 will cement New Jersey’s status as a national leader in advancing the right to vote and will make our democracy freer, fairer, and more inclusive.” 

The ACLU-NJ logo is in the upper right corner and the quote is attributed to Liza Weisberg, Supervising Attorney at the ACLU-NJ. Her headshot appears.

A blue background with white and orange text on it that reads, β€œNew Jersey has a chance not only to restore the protections stripped from the federal Voting Rights Act, but to modernize them, strengthen them, and tailor them to the state’s unique needs. β€œPassing A1715 will cement New Jersey’s status as a national leader in advancing the right to vote and will make our democracy freer, fairer, and more inclusive.” The ACLU-NJ logo is in the upper right corner and the quote is attributed to Liza Weisberg, Supervising Attorney at the ACLU-NJ. Her headshot appears.

THIS JUST IN: The John Lewis Empowerment Act has passed the Assembly State and Local Government Committee!

19.02.2026 20:24 πŸ‘ 7 πŸ” 6 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
There is a green box with white and orange text that reads, "β€œNew Jersey can join other states in standing with immigrant communities and ending its role in the federal detention and deportation system.

β€œWe call on the Legislature to vote yes on A4070/S3522 and to amend A4071/S3521 to ensure due process protections, and build on the state’s commitment to creating a fair and welcoming community for everyone who calls New Jersey home.” 

The ACLU-NJ logo is in the upper right hand corner. The quote is attributed to ACLU-NJ Campaign Strategist Ami Kachalia and her headshot appears next to her name.

There is a green box with white and orange text that reads, "β€œNew Jersey can join other states in standing with immigrant communities and ending its role in the federal detention and deportation system. β€œWe call on the Legislature to vote yes on A4070/S3522 and to amend A4071/S3521 to ensure due process protections, and build on the state’s commitment to creating a fair and welcoming community for everyone who calls New Jersey home.” The ACLU-NJ logo is in the upper right hand corner. The quote is attributed to ACLU-NJ Campaign Strategist Ami Kachalia and her headshot appears next to her name.

GOOD NEWS: The immigrant protection bills S3521 and S3522 have passed the Senate Judiciary Committee!

We're calling on the Legislature to pass these bills and build a fair and welcoming community for everyone who calls New Jersey home.

19.02.2026 21:49 πŸ‘ 7 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Singing resistance toolkit

Singing resistance toolkit

Have y'all seen this? The "Singing Resistance" toolkit. Practical guidance on how to use this tactic to build community and grow the movement against fascism. Might be useful for your Indivisible group or other local organizing hub. Check it out: docs.proton.me/doc?mode=ope...

18.02.2026 17:18 πŸ‘ 162 πŸ” 83 πŸ’¬ 7 πŸ“Œ 7
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Republicans are still trying to pass the SAVE Actβ€”a bill that would make it harder to vote and disenfranchise millions of Americans. Join @redistrictingaction.org and tell your member of Congress to vote no: act.redistrictingaction.org/a/natl-saveact-cte

11.02.2026 23:03 πŸ‘ 15762 πŸ” 7349 πŸ’¬ 449 πŸ“Œ 342

@maddow.bsky.social reposted the article about @jakeephros.bsky.social Anti-Ice march and rally in the Heights last weekend. @knittygrittyjc.bsky.social

12.02.2026 02:45 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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🚨 Epstein survivors release this powerful PSA in advance of the Super Bowl demanding answers from the Justice Department. This is the Super Bowl ad every American should see. Spread it everywhere.

08.02.2026 17:32 πŸ‘ 7293 πŸ” 3024 πŸ’¬ 98 πŸ“Œ 128
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This temporary restraining order is just the first step in restoring funding for the Gateway Tunnel Project.

We will continue fighting to hold Trump accountable and get the project up and running again, and New Jerseyans back to work.

07.02.2026 01:48 πŸ‘ 132 πŸ” 33 πŸ’¬ 9 πŸ“Œ 2
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Gladys Mae West obituary: mathematician who pioneered GPS technology She made key contributions to US cold-war science despite facing huge barriers as a Black woman.

Gladys Mae West obituary: mathematician who pioneered GPS technology www.nature.com/articles/d41...

06.02.2026 14:37 πŸ‘ 2595 πŸ” 695 πŸ’¬ 19 πŸ“Œ 22

I am not going to repost the vile and racist image that Trump posted last night of President & First Lady Obama because it is beyond disgusting. Trump is a vile racist as is every Republican that continues to support him. I don’t want to hear mumbling from Mike Johnson or stoic silence from Thune.

06.02.2026 14:54 πŸ‘ 5219 πŸ” 1111 πŸ’¬ 153 πŸ“Œ 50
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Today, work on the Gateway Tunnel Project goes "shovels down" as Trump illegally withholds funds for this critical tunnel.

This is about thousands of jobs and over 200,000 commuters. There's no time to waste on this project.

06.02.2026 16:14 πŸ‘ 35 πŸ” 14 πŸ’¬ 3 πŸ“Œ 0
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My message to our neighbors on today’s ICE activity.

Please visit menendez.house.gov if you need help with an immigration matter or any federal issue. Our office is here to serve you.

menendez.house.gov/services/get-help/know-your-rights

01.02.2026 21:39 πŸ‘ 47 πŸ” 16 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 2

ICE is operating in Hoboken and in the Heights of JC. We have also seen a video showing a courageous woman documenting an interaction involving a civilian. Stay alert, to lawfully record any encounters with ICE, or to remain at home. Call SOL at +1 201-616-2816 to report ICE

01.02.2026 17:46 πŸ‘ 27 πŸ” 23 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 2

Save the date! Our next monthly meeting is Thursday, 2/12 at the Box Cafe again. Hope to see you there!

Where: The Box Cafe, 115 Palisade Ave, Jersey City
When: 6:30pm-8pm

01.02.2026 15:20 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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How to Film ICE Filming federal agents in public is legal, but avoiding a dangerousβ€”even deadlyβ€”confrontation isn’t guaranteed. Here’s how to record ICE and CBP agents as safely as possible and have an impact.

www.wired.com/story/how-to...

01.02.2026 11:34 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Eyes on ICE: Document and Record Β· Indivisible On 1/24/26, federal agents horrifically shot and killed 37-year-old Alex Pretti, an ICU nurse who cared for veterans, in the Eat Street neighborhood of south Minneapolis after brutally beating him in ...

I'm attending No Kings's event, β€œEyes on ICE: Document and Record” - sign up now to join me! www.mobilize.us/indivisible/...

31.01.2026 15:47 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
A Year in Trump’s Mass Deportation Campaign
A Year in Trump’s Mass Deportation Campaign YouTube video by ProPublica

WATCH: President Donald Trump said he would launch the largest deportation program in American history.

A year later, here’s how that effort is playing out β€” and at what cost.

30.01.2026 00:45 πŸ‘ 207 πŸ” 91 πŸ’¬ 11 πŸ“Œ 5
Bruce Springsteen - Streets Of Minneapolis (Official Audio)
Bruce Springsteen - Streets Of Minneapolis (Official Audio) YouTube video by Bruce Springsteen

youtu.be/wWKSoxG1K7w

29.01.2026 12:13 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Bob Weir, a founding member of the iconic American rock group the Grateful Dead who seemingly never stopped touring for six decades, has died at 78. https://cnn.it/3LtRBFV

11.01.2026 00:45 πŸ‘ 196 πŸ” 49 πŸ’¬ 16 πŸ“Œ 7
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Op-Ed: Hudson County keeps finishing last - Look to the system, not the people - Hudson County View Op-Ed: Knitty Gritty JC member Courtney Walker breaks down Hudson County voter turnout numbers in last month's gubernatorial contest.

We worked hard, but Hudson County still ranked last in voter turnout this year. Grassroots energy alone can’t overcome structural barriers. #NJPolitics #VoterTurnout #HudsonCounty

hudsoncountyview.com/op-ed-hudson...

06.12.2025 21:43 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Congratulations to the next mayor of Jersey City, and my former intern at Newark City Hall, James Solomon. I know you’ll be an excellent advocate and fighter for the people of Jersey City.

03.12.2025 01:53 πŸ‘ 284 πŸ” 29 πŸ’¬ 6 πŸ“Œ 1
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James Solomon Beats Jim McGreevey, a Former Governor, in Jersey City

A progressive sweep in Jersey City!

James Solomon Beats Jim McGreevey, a Former Governor, in Jersey City www.nytimes.com/2025/12/02/n...

03.12.2025 03:05 πŸ‘ 8 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Good front-paging.

30.11.2025 13:53 πŸ‘ 6341 πŸ” 1743 πŸ’¬ 114 πŸ“Œ 96

With his ultimatum that Ukraine surrender to Russia, Trump finally wins a prize:

The Neville Chamberlain award for betraying peace, freedom, and justice.

21.11.2025 23:49 πŸ‘ 4371 πŸ” 1191 πŸ’¬ 180 πŸ“Œ 76

This is definitely worth 20 minutes of your time to learn about our tax system.

16.11.2025 15:40 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

This helped me understand the reasoning of the stay.

08.11.2025 18:56 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Judge says Education Dept. partisan out-of-office emails violated First Amendment A federal judge says the Trump administration "overplayed its hand" by inserting partisan language into workers' out-of-office autoreplies.

A federal judge says the Trump administration "overplayed its hand" by inserting partisan language into workers' out-of-office autoreplies. n.pr/47wPCJg

08.11.2025 18:50 πŸ‘ 821 πŸ” 184 πŸ’¬ 21 πŸ“Œ 8
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As far as I can tell (Propel data), no benefit money has been outlaid 11/1-11/4.

Only $90M in federal outlays to SNAP went out on 11/4. Lowest single day outlay in 3 years (as far as the tracker goes back).

www.hamiltonproject.org/data/trackin...

#EconSky #SNAP

05.11.2025 21:42 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0