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Josh Martin @joshmartinmpls.bsky.social · 5h

Only the real sickos like us remember the month or so that Josh Bassais was running for mayor.

Screenshots of Josh Bassais for Mayor switching to City Council

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MikeyLightsIt @mikeylightsit.bsky.social · 6h

Today marks the first time I’ve maxed out my donations to a political candidate. I can’t think of a better recipient than @sorenwithward8.bsky.social Soren has the background, skills and empathy needed to be a champion for Ward 8 and Minneapolis.

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Omar Fateh @omarfatehmn.com · 6h

We deserve a city where everyone has affordable housing, clean air, clean water, and a quality education. Too many leaders claim to be progressive while defending the status quo. The DSA endorsement shows that I’m committed to meeting people’s needs and making real change.

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Josh Martin @joshmartinmpls.bsky.social · 7h

I did take a screenshot of this. Taken Friday, September 19.

Michael Rainville
Ward 3 Council Member

Jacob Frey
Mayor of Minneapolis

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Soren Stevenson @sorenwithward8.bsky.social · 13h

I was honored to host Jazz and the other mayoral candidates for Ward 8 for a New Mayor! Ward 8 is ready to break out of the status quo and elect a new Mayor and City Councilmember!

Jazz Hampton (Jazz for Mayor) @jazzformayor.bsky.social · 14h

A fantastic rally yesterday in Ward 8, followed by a fabulous door knock for a new Mayor of #Minneapolis! Thank you to all who made this possible and showed up to do the work, & to Ward 8 Candidate @sorenwithward8.bsky.social for organizing! 💙

📸: Nestor Gomez Jimenez

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Soren Stevenson @sorenwithward8.bsky.social · 12h

Yesterday, I hosted an incredible event, "Ward 8 for a New Mayor." We talked about why we need a new mayor and then @jazzformayor.bsky.social , @omarfatehmn.com , and @dewayneforminneapolis.com laid out why they should be our next mayor. I came away excited about all of them and will rank all three!

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taylr @taylordahlin.com · 16h

the coveted 12 ft skeleton of the wedge with a trans rights flag endorsement for mayor is going to omar fateh. congrats to @omarfatehmn.com!

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Omar Fateh @omarfatehmn.com · 10h

I enjoyed seeing everyone this weekend at the Minneapolis and Midtown Farmers Market to celebrate National Farmer’s Day! It was great to chat with local farmers and vendors about the goods they provide us, and the crucial role local agriculture plays in feeding our city.

Photo of Omar Fateh shopping for produce with a local farmer.

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Minneapolis for the Many @mplsforthemany.com · 1d

When he first ran for mayor, Jacob Frey tried to convince residents that he would make police reforms, since the mayor is in charge of MPD saying, “That’s the mayor’s job.”

But now that he’s in charge, Frey is skirting accountability for the promotion of the officer who killed Amir Locke.

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Omar Fateh @omarfatehmn.com · 1d

It was great to be a part of last week’s Mayoral Slate for Change fundraiser with @dewayneforminneapolis.com and @jazzformayor.bsky.social! It’s clear from this event that Minneapolis is ready for new leadership in City Hall, so make sure to rank the whole slate in November and put Omar at #1!

Photo of Omar Fateh speaking to a crowd.

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Omar Fateh @omarfatehmn.com · 1d

Christin is a parent, renter, and resident of Ward 9. Watch her share her thoughts about Omar's compassionate and data driven approach to homelessness and how we need his leadership at City Hall. Join her in ranking Omar as her 1st choice this November.

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Heather Silsbee @hsilsbee.bsky.social · 1d

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(Those three great leaders are @omarfatehmn.com, @dewayneforminneapolis.com, and @jazzformayor.bsky.social)

Asked for comment on the new billboard against Frey, a representative for Sabri said, "Minneapolis has suffered for the last 7 years with this poseur who utterly lacks vision, integrity or a moral core. This city cannot be led by a chameleon. We have three great leaders running to serve and collaborate with all of us. Men of color who are led by conviction, passion and frankly love for this city. We can recover but we will not if we don’t choose hope and leave this nonsensical liar behind."

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City of Minneapolis @minneapolismn.gov · 1d

As Minneapolis navigates the federal shut down, a federal lawsuit and federal safety threats, see what the City is doing in response to remain a Welcoming City. minneapolismn.gov/federal

Graphic of Minneapolis skyline and text saying: how do federal actions affect Minneapolis? We are protecting residents, upholding our welcoming city values and keeping critical services running. Get the facts and the latest steps the city is taking. Minneapolismn.gov/federal.

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Omar Fateh @omarfatehmn.com · 1d

I am honored to announce my endorsement by CAIR Action. I am dedicated to supporting the thriving immigrant communities our city is based on. And as Mayor, I will be committed to housing justice and workers’ rights to make Minneapolis an affordable city, accountable to us.

Photo of Omar Fateh announcing his endorsement by CAIR Action.

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KARE 11 @kare11.bsky.social · 2d

David Moturi hopes he'll get some answers after the Minneapolis City Council voted to authorize MPD to make its internal review of his case public.

'Hopefully something will come from being nearly killed' says Davis Moturi, who was shot in the neck last year

David Moturi hopes he'll get some answers after the Minneapolis City Council voted to authorize MPD to make its internal review of his case public.

www.kare11.com

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taylr @taylordahlin.com · 1d

i asked hamoudi sabri's team about the anti jacob frey billboard he's put up on lake & cedar taylordahlin.com/f/hamoudi-sa...

Hamoudi Sabri Launches Anti Jacob Frey Billboard on Lake St

A new billboard appeared this week on top of a building on the southwest corner of Lake St & Cedar Ave in South Minneapolis with an anti-Jacob Frey message, reading "Frey's Lies Cost Lives," "Where Th...

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taylr @taylordahlin.com · 2d

another issue with john wall is caucusing and being on credentials committee that ousted robin wonsley delegates in ward 2 despite a primary residence in the suburbs, which i have exclusively reported here after sitting through the entire 5 hour hearing

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Minneapolis for the Many @mplsforthemany.com · 2d

A court found that the “landlord broke the law when he blocked democratic socialists from door knocking.”

Evidence at the hearing included testimony of a Zoom call where former Frey campaign manager Joe Radinovich advised landlords how to “inconvenience and stall candidates.”

Title text: "Malcolm Yards Malcontents Broke the Law" over the text, "During that meeting, Patricia Wall and Joe Radinovich, Frey's former campaign manager, discussed ways to inconvenience and stall the candidates within the confined of the law, testified Kelly Rogers, another attendee. Radinovich did not respond to provide comment." Next to a photo of Joe Radinovich.

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Minneapolis for the Many @mplsforthemany.com · 2d

As we all know, landlords are spending big in this year’s elections to make sure their interests are protected in a city where over half the residents are renters.

But they’re not just spending money. They’re breaking the law. Case in point: Malcolm Yards’ John Wall.

Title text: "Malcolm Yards Malcontents Broke the Law" over a screenshot from the Star Tribune with the title "Court: Minneapolis landlord broke law when he blocked democratic socialists from door knocking" next to a photo of John Wall and over text, "John Wall, Landlord who kept Robin Wonsley and Michael Wilson out of his buildings was found guilty of breaking state law earlier this week."

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Wedge LIVE!™ @wedge.live · 2d

Taylor Dahlin on the case of a Ward 11 yard sign terrorist.
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Jamison Whiting's Defaced Yard Signs, Explained

For the last several months in Ward 11, Jamison Whiting supporters have reported their lawn signs being stolen from their yards, only to appear later on attached very high to a telephone pole,…

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Josh Martin @joshmartinmpls.bsky.social · 2d

Application period is open now for Park Board, District 2, to fill the vacancy caused by the resignation of Becka Thompson.

Application deadline is October 24, and the board will fill the vacancy at the November 5 meeting. Term ends January 2.

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Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board opens applications for District 2 Commissioner vacancy

Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) commissioners are accepting applications for a vacant commissioner position following District 2 Commissioner Becka Thompson’s resignation effective 11:59 pm on Oct. 3, 2025.

“Commissioner Thompson was an intelligent, creative and passionate Park Board Commissioner who cares deeply about Minneapolis and its world-class park system,” said MPRB President Cathy Abene. “I appreciate the time we served on the Board together and thank her for her service to the city.”

Applications to fill the vacant District 2 Commissioner position that serves North Minneapolis are due at 12 pm on Friday, Oct. 24, 2025. Applicants must live in District 2.

Dates and Deadlines

Any eligible resident of District 2 is invited to apply for the Commissioner position by completing and submitting an online or print application by 12 pm...

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taylr @taylordahlin.com · 2d

i was struck by bowen cochran describing the sight of all these defaced jamison whiting yard signs as “a pretty physical explanation of why people don’t want to run for office” especially considering he’s only targeted female politicians before this

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taylr @taylordahlin.com · 2d

more on what's going on with the stolen and defaced jamison whiting yard signs in ward 11. what we can share for now -

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Jamison Whiting's Defaced Yard Signs, Explained

For the last several months in Ward 11, Jamison Whiting supporters reported their yard signs being stolen from their yards, only to appear later on attached very high to a telephone pole, defaced, say...

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Aisha Chughtai @aishaforward10.com · 2d

Workers are the backbone of Minneapolis. We all deserve a stable, living-wage job, free of intimidation and wage theft. Union members are supporting me because I’m their #1 champion at City Hall. I’m hitting the doors with them to talk to neighbors about our vision this week 🧵👇🏽

Graphic reads:

“Ward 10 Works Together
Labor for Aisha Knocks with Omar Fateh for Mayor, Michael Wilson for Park Board At-Large, and Jason Garcia for Park Board District 4.

Saturday, Oct 11
1-4pm • Mueller Park

Saturday, Oct 25
1-4pm • Whittier Park”

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Josh Martin @joshmartinmpls.bsky.social · 2d

I think the big thing you need to look at here is the definitions of "Independent Expenditure" and "Expressly Advocating" in MS10A.01. If it meets those definitions, you *might* have a case. Otherwise, you definitely don't.

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Sec. 10A.01 MN Statutes

www.revisor.mn.gov

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