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Friday Open Thread

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When the marijuana initiative ran, Governor Inslee was opposed to it. But as soon as it passed, he supported implementation. I hope that can be the case on social housing now that the initiative has passed pretty overwhelmingly despite Mayor Harrell and most of the City Council members supporting the other option. It’s a tougher needle to thread when your pictures were on the mailer, but I do hope they try.

If you live in the city and want the Council to actually work to make social housing a reality, well they’re hearing from Amazon, maybe they could hear from you.

Wednesday Open Thread

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– Tonight is the last freezing night for a bit, and it won’t be as cold as the previous few days. If you’re in Western Washington, you survived the worst of this winter. I’m proud of you.

– Also, proud of the social housing initiative. Unless Amazon’s money buys a late swing (I don’t think it will, but it’s a lot of money), it looks like the better one survived. There is a hell of a lot more needed, but this is an important step for more, and more affordable housing.

– If we want to push against a racist future, we should know about our racist past.

– I heard from your member of Congress and legislators. They said you didn’t call, so probably don’t care how they vote. Is that right? It doesn’t seem right.

Drinking Liberally — Seattle

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DLBottleToday is a Special Election day for some communities in Washington. So drop off that ballot and then stop by the Seattle Chapter of Drinking Liberally for drinks and conversation.

We meet tonight and every Tuesday at the Roanoke Park Place Tavern, 2409 10th Ave E, Seattle. You’ll find us in the back room of the pub. We start at 8:00pm.

Chapters of Living Liberally are all over the place…if you can’t make it to the Seattle chapter, stop by another chapter near you.

Monday Open Thread

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Maria Cantwell is not meeting the moment when it comes to Trump’s nominees. Not sure if she thinks she will be able to work with them or other nominees would be worse. Or if she thinks they’re greal. But Trump is filling his cabinet and other senior staff with cruel jerks. They deserve to be voted down. If you want to call her, it’s business hours in DC and will be in her local offices soon. You may get an intern or a voicemail. Here’s a quick script.

Hi,

My name is [name] from [city/town in WA]. I am calling because I am disappointed in how many Trump nominees Senator Cantwell has voted for. [I am particularly disappointed with X because of Y, Scott Bessent after handing over the key to Treasury to those weirdos at DOGE, for example.] I hope you will reject more of his terrible nominees going forward.

Thank you for your time,

[Name]

Read it out loud and make it your own before calling, but please do call today.

Friday Night Multimedia Extravaganza!

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ONN: Megachurch conducts successful nuclear missile test

The Imperial Rule of Leon and His Sidekick, The Felon Von Shitzenpantz:

LegalEagle: America’s unhinged driving laws

Deplorables:

Steve Shives: Democrats need to be fearless

The Late Show: Is Joe Biden the next James Bond?

Last week’s Friday Night Multimedia Extravaganza can be found here.

Friday!

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– I could read every story about where your poops go (second segment). Figuring out how to deal with waste is such a vital function of government.

– I would like no parking requirements, but lower is better.

– Opponents are giving you the runaround, vote yes on 1A. Get your ballot postmarked or dropped off by Tuesday February 11.

– And, hey. Write your legislators and Members of Congress. Do it today.

Wednesday Open Thread

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What has 2 thumbs and was so distracted by the snow this morning it forgot to do an open thread? This guy!

Ooooh, look at Jonny 2 thumbs.

Anyway I have been been encouraging people to contact your legislator or member of Congress. I suspect that you can find something to ask your member of Congress, but I will suggest asking them to stop Elon Musk from bull in a China shopping the whole country. For the legislature, I like HB 1343 to make sure that student aid isn’t in jeopardy if you protest.

Drinking Liberally — Seattle

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DLBottlePlease stop by tonight’s edition of the Seattle Chapter of Drinking Liberally for an evening of political pontification over a pint. You’ll be glad you did!

We meet tonight and every Tuesday at the Roanoke Park Place Tavern, 2409 10th Ave E, Seattle. You’ll find us in the back room of the pub. We start at 8:00pm.

Chapters of Living Liberally are all over the place…if you can’t make it to the Seattle chapter, stop by another chapter near you.

Friday Night Multimedia Extravaganza!

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Roll Call: Congressional hits and misses of the week

Reign of The Felon Von Shitzenpantz:

Jimmy Kimmel: The week in unnecessary censorship

The Felon Fetish Flock:

Last week’s Friday Night Multimedia Extravaganza can be found here.

Wednesday Open Thread

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– I moved to the Seattle area as a kid, and sometimes I get very confused about what we’re nostalgic for. Burgermaster? I guess.

– Get pasteurized milk. Raw milk? Do you even know what a cow is?

– Monday’s thread was about the special election, but reminder: cast your ballot, preferably for 1A if you’re in Seattle, by February 11.

– Man, Burien. Don’t be homeless isn’t a solution to homelessness.

– Anyway, today is a good day to contact your legislator or member of Congress.

Drinking Liberally — Seattle

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DLBottleWe’re back to Tuesday. That means the Seattle Chapter of Drinking Liberally will gather at the Roanoke to engage in conversation, celebration, commemoration and commensuration over a cocktail. Stop by, if you can.

We meet tonight and every Tuesday at the Roanoke Park Place Tavern, 2409 10th Ave E, Seattle. You’ll find us in the back room of the pub. We start at 8:00pm.

Chapters of Living Liberally are all over the place…if you can’t make it to the Seattle chapter, stop by another chapter near you.

Monday Open Thread!

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Washington state people, there are local special elections. Many, but not all, jurisdictions are having elections. If yours is, you should have received your ballot. Get it dropped off or postmarked by February 11.

In general, I hope you support levies and bond measures. I don’t know the details in your area.

I also hope if you’re in Seattle, that you vote for 1A. It’s not the solution to homelessness and affordable housing in the city, but it is an important step, and a better plan than 1B.

Friday Night Multimedia Extravaganza!

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Roll Call: Congressional Hits and Misses of the Week

America’s First Felon Fascist Leader:

Sandy Pliskin: ♫ Nope! ♬

Cult of The Felon Von Shitzenpantz:

Last week’s Friday Night Multimedia Extravaganza can be found here.

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