Charlie Hamilton
@chas.us
Web Developer, Manager, Writer, Trainer, and Rail Advocate. Mostly at https://rail.chat/@chas
J. R. R Tolkien, "enemy of the motor vehicle" lareviewofbooks.org/article/isen...
Isengard in Oxford | Los Angeles Review of Books
Christian Kriticos explores J. R. R. Tolkien’s long-lost satire of a motorized world.
lareviewofbooks.org
December 21, 2025 at 8:24 AM
J. R. R Tolkien, "enemy of the motor vehicle" lareviewofbooks.org/article/isen...
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Rail $395 million
Public transit $753 million
Debt $1.7 billion
Highway upgrades $5.3 billion
someone who is good at transportation planning please help me budget this. my state is dying
Public transit $753 million
Debt $1.7 billion
Highway upgrades $5.3 billion
someone who is good at transportation planning please help me budget this. my state is dying
December 20, 2025 at 7:18 PM
Rail $395 million
Public transit $753 million
Debt $1.7 billion
Highway upgrades $5.3 billion
someone who is good at transportation planning please help me budget this. my state is dying
Public transit $753 million
Debt $1.7 billion
Highway upgrades $5.3 billion
someone who is good at transportation planning please help me budget this. my state is dying
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Reminder: AAWA Annual Meeting, Saturday, December 13, 2025
Zoom meeting, also available by phone
1:00 - 3:00 pm PT
Our speaker will be Kirk Fredrickson of the WSDOT Rail, Freight and Ports Division.
Please register at www.aawa.us/events/aawa-...
Zoom meeting, also available by phone
1:00 - 3:00 pm PT
Our speaker will be Kirk Fredrickson of the WSDOT Rail, Freight and Ports Division.
Please register at www.aawa.us/events/aawa-...
December 11, 2025 at 12:17 AM
Reminder: AAWA Annual Meeting, Saturday, December 13, 2025
Zoom meeting, also available by phone
1:00 - 3:00 pm PT
Our speaker will be Kirk Fredrickson of the WSDOT Rail, Freight and Ports Division.
Please register at www.aawa.us/events/aawa-...
Zoom meeting, also available by phone
1:00 - 3:00 pm PT
Our speaker will be Kirk Fredrickson of the WSDOT Rail, Freight and Ports Division.
Please register at www.aawa.us/events/aawa-...
Thank you @nondriver.bsky.social for the invitation!
AAWA's Executive Director, Charles Hamilton, presented an outline of our 2026 legislative priorities to a lively meeting of the Nondrivers Alliance on December 5. We look forward to continuing our work together. aawa.us/news/posts/a... aawa.us/news/posts/a...
AAWA Presentation to Nondrivers Alliance
aawa.us
December 6, 2025 at 10:57 PM
Thank you @nondriver.bsky.social for the invitation!
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We're making good progress! With your help, AAWA can continue to advocate for improved rail options throughout the state. Please donate now at aawa.us/support/
Join, Renew or Donate to AAWA
aawa.us
December 3, 2025 at 7:35 AM
We're making good progress! With your help, AAWA can continue to advocate for improved rail options throughout the state. Please donate now at aawa.us/support/
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All Aboard Washington is busily planning our upcoming legislative efforts. Please help us make 2026 a success by donating generously at aawa.us/support/ Thank you, and safe travels!
Join, Renew or Donate to AAWA
aawa.us
November 29, 2025 at 9:16 PM
All Aboard Washington is busily planning our upcoming legislative efforts. Please help us make 2026 a success by donating generously at aawa.us/support/ Thank you, and safe travels!
Happy Thanksgiving to y'all!
November 27, 2025 at 10:51 PM
Happy Thanksgiving to y'all!
"Nov. 25 (UPI) -- On this date in history:
In 1990, the original floating Lacey V. Murrow Bridge sank during a Thanksgiving storm in Washington state. The bridge was under reconstruction at the time so there were no injuries or deaths." I discovered this news the next day while moving to Seattle.
In 1990, the original floating Lacey V. Murrow Bridge sank during a Thanksgiving storm in Washington state. The bridge was under reconstruction at the time so there were no injuries or deaths." I discovered this news the next day while moving to Seattle.
November 25, 2025 at 8:53 AM
"Nov. 25 (UPI) -- On this date in history:
In 1990, the original floating Lacey V. Murrow Bridge sank during a Thanksgiving storm in Washington state. The bridge was under reconstruction at the time so there were no injuries or deaths." I discovered this news the next day while moving to Seattle.
In 1990, the original floating Lacey V. Murrow Bridge sank during a Thanksgiving storm in Washington state. The bridge was under reconstruction at the time so there were no injuries or deaths." I discovered this news the next day while moving to Seattle.
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Out today, another exciting @islandpress.bsky.social book! Order @carterlavin.bsky.social's If You Want to Win, You've Got to Fight👇
November 13, 2025 at 12:59 PM
Out today, another exciting @islandpress.bsky.social book! Order @carterlavin.bsky.social's If You Want to Win, You've Got to Fight👇
I joined some friends on September 5, 1977 to see the launch of Voyager 1 in person -- a tremendous experience! On November 13, 2026, Voyager will be a light-day away. www.iflscience.com/on-november-... How time flies!
On November 13, 2026, A Human-Made Object Will Reach One Light-Day From The Earth For The First Time In History
It took the spacecraft nearly five decades to get there. It takes light a day.
www.iflscience.com
November 13, 2025 at 4:25 AM
I joined some friends on September 5, 1977 to see the launch of Voyager 1 in person -- a tremendous experience! On November 13, 2026, Voyager will be a light-day away. www.iflscience.com/on-november-... How time flies!
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1. Funds were not always used effectively.
2. The law did not always result in less funding for polluting projects.
3. Many IIJA programs reinforced existing inequities by rewarding jurisdictions with greater preexisting resources.
www.urban.org/urban-wire/r...
2. The law did not always result in less funding for polluting projects.
3. Many IIJA programs reinforced existing inequities by rewarding jurisdictions with greater preexisting resources.
www.urban.org/urban-wire/r...
The Reauthorization of Federal Transportation Programs Offers Policymakers an Opportunity to Improve Effectiveness, Environmental Sustainability, and Access
Federal policymakers should consider three strategies to guide deliberations around reauthorization and improvement of Americans’ quality of life.
www.urban.org
November 12, 2025 at 9:27 PM
1. Funds were not always used effectively.
2. The law did not always result in less funding for polluting projects.
3. Many IIJA programs reinforced existing inequities by rewarding jurisdictions with greater preexisting resources.
www.urban.org/urban-wire/r...
2. The law did not always result in less funding for polluting projects.
3. Many IIJA programs reinforced existing inequities by rewarding jurisdictions with greater preexisting resources.
www.urban.org/urban-wire/r...
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"Congratulations! Your ballot has been counted." Good news in a tight election.
November 8, 2025 at 12:56 AM
"Congratulations! Your ballot has been counted." Good news in a tight election.
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The new train sets are almost halfway to the east coast for testing. AAWA's fundraiser is almost halfway to our goal. Who will get there first? Donate now at aawa.us/support/
October 23, 2025 at 3:55 PM
The new train sets are almost halfway to the east coast for testing. AAWA's fundraiser is almost halfway to our goal. Who will get there first? Donate now at aawa.us/support/
Congratulations @nondriver.bsky.social Please let me know how I can help!
Really excited to announce my next adventure with Ruth Rosas! Read our press release and joint statement from Disability Rights Washington and @americawalks.bsky.social!
Announcing the launch of the Nondrivers Alliance
October 8, 2025 — We are excited to announce the launch of the Nondrivers Alliance, a new project where those of use who can’t drive or can’t afford to drive can organize for communities that…
nondrivers.org
October 8, 2025 at 9:13 PM
Congratulations @nondriver.bsky.social Please let me know how I can help!
Looking to connect people? Mark Twain: "Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness." Rail travel benefits the economy, environment, & equity, & is supported by liberals and conservatives. Donate to @aawa.us at www.aawa.us/support/ & @allaboardnw.org at allaboardnw.org/support/
October 5, 2025 at 9:22 AM
Looking to connect people? Mark Twain: "Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness." Rail travel benefits the economy, environment, & equity, & is supported by liberals and conservatives. Donate to @aawa.us at www.aawa.us/support/ & @allaboardnw.org at allaboardnw.org/support/
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You can still connect between Amtrak and transit in western Washington during the #WeekWithoutDriving. See the All Aboard Washington website at aawa.us/week-without... for details for 20 cities.
Connect between rail and transit during the Week Without Driving Monday, September 29 – Sunday, October 5, 2025
aawa.us
October 3, 2025 at 11:03 PM
You can still connect between Amtrak and transit in western Washington during the #WeekWithoutDriving. See the All Aboard Washington website at aawa.us/week-without... for details for 20 cities.
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A rail advocate is anyone who wants to improve passenger rail and is willing to talk to other people including elected officials about jmproving passenger trains. Attend the Pacific Northwest Rail Summit, and learn how you can be a more effective passenger rail advocate. aawa.us/news/posts/r...
Rail Advocates Mobilize for Pacific Northwest Rail Summit, Oct. 15–16 in Portland
Rail advocates from All Aboard Northwest, AORTA, and All Aboard Washington are encouraging members, allies, and community leaders to participate in the Pacific Northwest Rail Summit, October 15–16 at ...
aawa.us
October 3, 2025 at 12:58 AM
A rail advocate is anyone who wants to improve passenger rail and is willing to talk to other people including elected officials about jmproving passenger trains. Attend the Pacific Northwest Rail Summit, and learn how you can be a more effective passenger rail advocate. aawa.us/news/posts/r...
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Imagine your life without driving. We are joining organizations across Washington State to celebrate the #WeekWithoutDriving! Will you be participating by #AmtrakCascades or #SounderRail ? Check out our guide to rail and transit connections at www.aawa.us/week-without... Post your stories!
Connect between rail and transit during the Week Without Driving Monday, September 29 – Sunday, October 5, 2025
www.aawa.us
September 29, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Imagine your life without driving. We are joining organizations across Washington State to celebrate the #WeekWithoutDriving! Will you be participating by #AmtrakCascades or #SounderRail ? Check out our guide to rail and transit connections at www.aawa.us/week-without... Post your stories!
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First day of #WeekWithoutDriving 2025, are you ready? disabilityrightswa.org/how-would-yo...
How Would You Get Around If You Couldn't Drive Yourself? - Disability Rights Washington
Washington State, September 29 to October 5, 2025 -- Imagine your life without driving. Could you navigate your daily routines, reach your workplace, doctor's office, or connect with loved ones? This ...
disabilityrightswa.org
September 29, 2025 at 12:13 PM
First day of #WeekWithoutDriving 2025, are you ready? disabilityrightswa.org/how-would-yo...
I'm happy to know some intersting people! www.westsiderag.com/2025/09/19/u...
Upper West Sider Wins Emmy for Sound Mixing on Saturday Night Live
Josiah Gluck. Photo by Carol Tannenhauser. By Carol Tannenhauser “Congratulations,” said a man in City Diner at West 90th Street
www.westsiderag.com
September 28, 2025 at 5:26 PM
I'm happy to know some intersting people! www.westsiderag.com/2025/09/19/u...
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Finally wrapped up my recap of the 2025 YIMBYtown conference, an event that really seemed to mark a new era for the national pro-housing movement. Plenty of tensions were put on the table for advocates to grapple with.
www.theurbanist.org/2025/09/27/y...
www.theurbanist.org/2025/09/27/y...
YIMBYtown 2025 Puts National Momentum for More Housing on Full Display » The Urbanist
# The sixth YIMBYtown conference, held earlier this month in Connecticut, represented a major change from its first iteration in 2016. The factors that have led to YIMBYtown going mainstream are leadi...
www.theurbanist.org
September 27, 2025 at 4:11 PM
Finally wrapped up my recap of the 2025 YIMBYtown conference, an event that really seemed to mark a new era for the national pro-housing movement. Plenty of tensions were put on the table for advocates to grapple with.
www.theurbanist.org/2025/09/27/y...
www.theurbanist.org/2025/09/27/y...
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@aawa.us is encouraging individuals and elected officials to spend the week from Sep 29 – Oct 5 without using cars. To help plan car-free trips, AAWA has created a website at aawa.us/week-without... detailing how to connect between local transit and 20 Amtrak and commuter rail stations.
Connect between rail and transit during the Week Without Driving Monday, September 29 – Sunday, October 5, 2025
aawa.us
September 26, 2025 at 7:17 PM
@aawa.us is encouraging individuals and elected officials to spend the week from Sep 29 – Oct 5 without using cars. To help plan car-free trips, AAWA has created a website at aawa.us/week-without... detailing how to connect between local transit and 20 Amtrak and commuter rail stations.
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Join us in Portland October 15-17 for the Pacific Northwest Rail Summit, where passenger and freight rail leaders and elected officials will discuss opportunities to improve the shared rail system that spans the Greater Northwest. Details at nwsummit.org. Register now to attend in person or online.
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nwsummit.org
September 20, 2025 at 3:33 AM
Join us in Portland October 15-17 for the Pacific Northwest Rail Summit, where passenger and freight rail leaders and elected officials will discuss opportunities to improve the shared rail system that spans the Greater Northwest. Details at nwsummit.org. Register now to attend in person or online.