Perry Grossman
@realperrygrossman.bsky.social
Recovering/aspiring sociologist.
Brookline, MA. Town Meeting and Advisory Committee member
Interests include climate justice, clean tech, democracy, etc.
Probably a Bayesian.
"Ooof" is pretty much my standard reply to what is going on these days.
Brookline, MA. Town Meeting and Advisory Committee member
Interests include climate justice, clean tech, democracy, etc.
Probably a Bayesian.
"Ooof" is pretty much my standard reply to what is going on these days.
Pinned
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2 leaders attempt a coup after losing a presidential election: In Brazil, Bolsonaro swiftly prosecuted, barred from office and now in prison. While in US, Trump isn't even charged until almost 3 years later. Then corrupt GOP Supreme Court protects him. Brazil values its democracy much more!
November 26, 2025 at 1:33 PM
2 leaders attempt a coup after losing a presidential election: In Brazil, Bolsonaro swiftly prosecuted, barred from office and now in prison. While in US, Trump isn't even charged until almost 3 years later. Then corrupt GOP Supreme Court protects him. Brazil values its democracy much more!
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Landed in Burbank, California, United States. Apx. flt. time 47 min.
November 25, 2025 at 10:54 PM
Landed in Burbank, California, United States. Apx. flt. time 47 min.
We declared that fucker unfit for office, because he is unfit for office: www.boston.com/news/local-n...
Brookline Town Meeting declares Trump unfit for office
The anonymous vote approved the resolution, which pointed to Trump's alleged violations of the Constitution and his "unsoundness of mind."
www.boston.com
November 25, 2025 at 10:56 PM
We declared that fucker unfit for office, because he is unfit for office: www.boston.com/news/local-n...
Where is "away"?
"Only waste travels from rich countries to poor, and the supply is endless." When journalist @alexclapp.bsky.social began exploring the waste trade, he found it resembled something he had written about before: the drug market.
Where Does Plastic And Other Trash Go After We Throw It Away?
A journalist traveled to five continents to learn about the afterlife of our trash, and why most “recyclable” plastic actually isn’t.
buff.ly
November 25, 2025 at 8:05 PM
Where is "away"?
Energy storage debates
"Misinformation about energy storage is spreading faster than facts. This isn't just a debate over technology, it's a battle over truth."
www.wbur.org/news/2025/11...
www.wbur.org/news/2025/11...
As Mass. pushes for big batteries on the grid, some communities push back
Massachusetts officials says batteries will bring down energy costs and help the grid run on more renewables. But there's a growing movement of people who say they don't want this technology in their ...
www.wbur.org
November 25, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Energy storage debates
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Why are billionaires buying up media outlets?
As a media mogul, you can effectively hedge against democracy by suppressing criticism of yourself and other plutocrats and discouraging any attempt to tax away your wealth.
Here's what we need to do about it. robertreich.substack.com/p/billionair...
As a media mogul, you can effectively hedge against democracy by suppressing criticism of yourself and other plutocrats and discouraging any attempt to tax away your wealth.
Here's what we need to do about it. robertreich.substack.com/p/billionair...
A toxic combo: Trump, Billionaires, and the Media
What to do about it
robertreich.substack.com
November 25, 2025 at 3:54 PM
Why are billionaires buying up media outlets?
As a media mogul, you can effectively hedge against democracy by suppressing criticism of yourself and other plutocrats and discouraging any attempt to tax away your wealth.
Here's what we need to do about it. robertreich.substack.com/p/billionair...
As a media mogul, you can effectively hedge against democracy by suppressing criticism of yourself and other plutocrats and discouraging any attempt to tax away your wealth.
Here's what we need to do about it. robertreich.substack.com/p/billionair...
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My constituent Ellen was illegally terminated simply for exercising her right to free speech and warning the public about Trump's cuts to SNAP.
She must be reinstated NOW.
She must be reinstated NOW.
Federal employee whose job was threatened over TV interview defends free speech
A Boston federal employee and union leader spoke on television about food benefits during the government shutdown.
www.masslive.com
November 25, 2025 at 4:03 PM
My constituent Ellen was illegally terminated simply for exercising her right to free speech and warning the public about Trump's cuts to SNAP.
She must be reinstated NOW.
She must be reinstated NOW.
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We are grateful that our doors are open at 4 health centers across MA because of the support we get from supporters like you. Care continues at PPLM to provide accessible sexual and reproductive health care to anyone who needs it. Will you help out with a Giving Tuesday gift? buff.ly/YjUi0M7
November 25, 2025 at 4:04 PM
We are grateful that our doors are open at 4 health centers across MA because of the support we get from supporters like you. Care continues at PPLM to provide accessible sexual and reproductive health care to anyone who needs it. Will you help out with a Giving Tuesday gift? buff.ly/YjUi0M7
I like the ICE Scraper return movement.
November 25, 2025 at 2:43 PM
I like the ICE Scraper return movement.
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It is a sad day in America when a sitting senator, Navy pilot and astronaut, is wrongfully accused of sedition for simply reminding active duty military of their legal obligation to disobey illegal orders. We stand with Senator Kelly and we hope Congress has the wisdom to follow in his example.
November 25, 2025 at 2:03 PM
It is a sad day in America when a sitting senator, Navy pilot and astronaut, is wrongfully accused of sedition for simply reminding active duty military of their legal obligation to disobey illegal orders. We stand with Senator Kelly and we hope Congress has the wisdom to follow in his example.
ffs. whither the Tennessee public libraries.
November 25, 2025 at 2:05 PM
ffs. whither the Tennessee public libraries.
climate
This, by @giacgrassi.bsky.social, remains one of the simplest and best climate visuals
November 23, 2025 at 9:48 PM
climate
$$$$ corrupting politics
The 20 biggest political donors on the Forbes billionaires list have collectively given nearly $5 billion between 2015 and 2024.
We must get Big Money out of politics.
No one from either party should be able to buy an election.
We must get Big Money out of politics.
No one from either party should be able to buy an election.
www.washingtonpost.com
November 23, 2025 at 9:45 PM
$$$$ corrupting politics
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The 20 biggest political donors on the Forbes billionaires list have collectively given nearly $5 billion between 2015 and 2024.
We must get Big Money out of politics.
No one from either party should be able to buy an election.
We must get Big Money out of politics.
No one from either party should be able to buy an election.
www.washingtonpost.com
November 23, 2025 at 9:31 PM
The 20 biggest political donors on the Forbes billionaires list have collectively given nearly $5 billion between 2015 and 2024.
We must get Big Money out of politics.
No one from either party should be able to buy an election.
We must get Big Money out of politics.
No one from either party should be able to buy an election.
Ffs. what a disappointment. all this trump approval.
November 23, 2025 at 9:32 PM
Ffs. what a disappointment. all this trump approval.
donald trump and mohammad bin salam. two evil thugs.
November 23, 2025 at 9:28 PM
donald trump and mohammad bin salam. two evil thugs.
US bowing to Russia.
November 23, 2025 at 9:26 PM
US bowing to Russia.
Pete Hoekstra. What an ass.
November 23, 2025 at 9:25 PM
Pete Hoekstra. What an ass.
Trump and the crooks. like peanut butter and jelly
November 23, 2025 at 8:48 PM
Trump and the crooks. like peanut butter and jelly
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Warren proposed a bill that would make the PE firms liable for the debts of the companies they control. It really is just common sense
November 23, 2025 at 2:34 AM
Warren proposed a bill that would make the PE firms liable for the debts of the companies they control. It really is just common sense
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Genuinely wondering what Elon thought would happen here
X has changed their policy and now you can see where the accounts are based.
Here’s an “influencer from Texas”
Here’s an “influencer from Texas”
November 23, 2025 at 2:36 AM
Genuinely wondering what Elon thought would happen here
ffs the GOP
Houlahan says not a single Republican has reached out to her to express concern about the president calling for her death
November 21, 2025 at 2:40 PM
ffs the GOP
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The move avoids the release of more messages from a Border Patrol agent whose previous texts showed he had bragged about shooting her.
The feds suddenly want to drop charges against a woman shot by a Border Patrol agent
The move avoids the release of more messages from a Border Patrol agent whose previous texts showed he had bragged about shooting her.
www.motherjones.com
November 21, 2025 at 1:15 PM
The move avoids the release of more messages from a Border Patrol agent whose previous texts showed he had bragged about shooting her.
for integrity
The former interim U.S. attorney who quit rather than drop the criminal case against New York Mayor Eric Adams defended her integrity during testimony in Manhattan federal court.
Ex-top prosecutor who resigned rather than drop Adams case defends her integrity in court testimony
The former interim U.S. attorney who quit rather than drop the criminal case against New York Mayor Eric Adams defended her integrity during testimony in Manhattan federal court.
bit.ly
November 21, 2025 at 1:05 PM
for integrity