The Fort Pointer
@fortpointer.bsky.social
Tweets and opinions mostly regarding Fort Point, Boston. Lover of all things creative, worldly and aspirational. Otherwise bristly.
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The @bosbizjournal.bsky.social reported a month ago that Brian McGrory has told BU students he'll end his stint as editor of the @bostonglobe.com by 2027. Yet here's your "@semafor.com has learned" item from last night: dankennedy.net/2025/12/16/b...
January 12, 2026 at 12:16 PM
The @bosbizjournal.bsky.social reported a month ago that Brian McGrory has told BU students he'll end his stint as editor of the @bostonglobe.com by 2027. Yet here's your "@semafor.com has learned" item from last night: dankennedy.net/2025/12/16/b...
Common theme among those casting suspicion on the internal wrangling for the Council presidency: Those calling for increased “transparency” had a stake in the outcome but didn’t have the votes.
One op-ed column about transparency didn’t mention the author’s own subjective view of who should win.
One op-ed column about transparency didn’t mention the author’s own subjective view of who should win.
January 12, 2026 at 12:41 PM
Common theme among those casting suspicion on the internal wrangling for the Council presidency: Those calling for increased “transparency” had a stake in the outcome but didn’t have the votes.
One op-ed column about transparency didn’t mention the author’s own subjective view of who should win.
One op-ed column about transparency didn’t mention the author’s own subjective view of who should win.
‘More people on the street’: Federal cuts threaten to undo Boston’s progress fighting homelessness… www.bostonglobe.com/2026/01/12/b... @andrewbrinker.bsky.social
‘More people on the street’: Federal cuts threaten to undo Boston’s progress fighting homelessness - The Boston Globe
Permanent supportive housing has successfully housed some of the city’s most vulnerable residents, but the federal government no longer wants to pay for these projects.
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January 12, 2026 at 12:29 PM
‘More people on the street’: Federal cuts threaten to undo Boston’s progress fighting homelessness… www.bostonglobe.com/2026/01/12/b... @andrewbrinker.bsky.social
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Family trip to a beloved place in our memories & a new family member discovered the fun and joy of The Boston Museum of Science.
4 hours among joyous wound-up kids, young families, couples, individuals all learning from interactive exhibits, great museum staff and one another.
The fill-up I need.💙
4 hours among joyous wound-up kids, young families, couples, individuals all learning from interactive exhibits, great museum staff and one another.
The fill-up I need.💙
January 12, 2026 at 10:14 AM
Family trip to a beloved place in our memories & a new family member discovered the fun and joy of The Boston Museum of Science.
4 hours among joyous wound-up kids, young families, couples, individuals all learning from interactive exhibits, great museum staff and one another.
The fill-up I need.💙
4 hours among joyous wound-up kids, young families, couples, individuals all learning from interactive exhibits, great museum staff and one another.
The fill-up I need.💙
Is this resolution a “check and balance” against bad government? A resolution in which no example Open Meeting Law violation is cited?
Raising suspicion and the spectre of a violation suffice as a “check and balance?” Is constant rock throwing and acrimony productive?
Raising suspicion and the spectre of a violation suffice as a “check and balance?” Is constant rock throwing and acrimony productive?
January 12, 2026 at 11:50 AM
Is this resolution a “check and balance” against bad government? A resolution in which no example Open Meeting Law violation is cited?
Raising suspicion and the spectre of a violation suffice as a “check and balance?” Is constant rock throwing and acrimony productive?
Raising suspicion and the spectre of a violation suffice as a “check and balance?” Is constant rock throwing and acrimony productive?
Let’s lock up the City Council in weeks of public acrimony over a process that the City charter itself calls for an internal resolution.
The public rock throwing at Councilor Coletta began six months ago. For what, her audacity?
A resolution designed to trash seven Councilors.
The public rock throwing at Councilor Coletta began six months ago. For what, her audacity?
A resolution designed to trash seven Councilors.
January 12, 2026 at 11:39 AM
Let’s lock up the City Council in weeks of public acrimony over a process that the City charter itself calls for an internal resolution.
The public rock throwing at Councilor Coletta began six months ago. For what, her audacity?
A resolution designed to trash seven Councilors.
The public rock throwing at Councilor Coletta began six months ago. For what, her audacity?
A resolution designed to trash seven Councilors.
City Council update.
January 12, 2026 at 4:31 AM
City Council update.
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Video message from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome H. Powell:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=KckG...
www.federalreserve.gov/newsevents/s...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=KckG...
www.federalreserve.gov/newsevents/s...
Statement by Federal Reserve Chair Jerome H. Powell
YouTube video by Federal Reserve
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January 12, 2026 at 12:35 AM
Video message from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome H. Powell:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=KckG...
www.federalreserve.gov/newsevents/s...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=KckG...
www.federalreserve.gov/newsevents/s...
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They’re crashing out about 32k? That’s embarrassing. It’s a rounding error to a city the size of Boston
January 12, 2026 at 1:15 AM
They’re crashing out about 32k? That’s embarrassing. It’s a rounding error to a city the size of Boston
The media is too busy calling this bullshit 👇🏼 “checks and balances,” describing constant rock throwers as “independent thinkers,”, to EVER hold Council obstructionists accountable.
God forbid Councilors try to collaborate… the press pillories them as Wu “loyalists.” Take a hike, Boston media.
God forbid Councilors try to collaborate… the press pillories them as Wu “loyalists.” Take a hike, Boston media.
To the clear delight of MAGA and right-leaning Democrats, Councilor @edflynnforboston.bsky.social is calling for an audit of a $560m program.
No mention that the Boston Finance Commission detected the discrepancy; reported it to the feds; and launched an investigation of the errant nonprofit?
No mention that the Boston Finance Commission detected the discrepancy; reported it to the feds; and launched an investigation of the errant nonprofit?
January 12, 2026 at 1:08 AM
The media is too busy calling this bullshit 👇🏼 “checks and balances,” describing constant rock throwers as “independent thinkers,”, to EVER hold Council obstructionists accountable.
God forbid Councilors try to collaborate… the press pillories them as Wu “loyalists.” Take a hike, Boston media.
God forbid Councilors try to collaborate… the press pillories them as Wu “loyalists.” Take a hike, Boston media.
To the clear delight of MAGA and right-leaning Democrats, Councilor @edflynnforboston.bsky.social is calling for an audit of a $560m program.
No mention that the Boston Finance Commission detected the discrepancy; reported it to the feds; and launched an investigation of the errant nonprofit?
No mention that the Boston Finance Commission detected the discrepancy; reported it to the feds; and launched an investigation of the errant nonprofit?
January 12, 2026 at 1:02 AM
To the clear delight of MAGA and right-leaning Democrats, Councilor @edflynnforboston.bsky.social is calling for an audit of a $560m program.
No mention that the Boston Finance Commission detected the discrepancy; reported it to the feds; and launched an investigation of the errant nonprofit?
No mention that the Boston Finance Commission detected the discrepancy; reported it to the feds; and launched an investigation of the errant nonprofit?
Councilor Flynn has responded. And I replied to his response.
The media gleefully marginalizes Councilors, dismissing them as “loyalists,” nevermind the fact that the “7” are the most productive Councilors.
When will the press take on demagogues and obstructionists instead of lionizing them?
The media gleefully marginalizes Councilors, dismissing them as “loyalists,” nevermind the fact that the “7” are the most productive Councilors.
When will the press take on demagogues and obstructionists instead of lionizing them?
January 12, 2026 at 12:36 AM
Councilor Flynn has responded. And I replied to his response.
The media gleefully marginalizes Councilors, dismissing them as “loyalists,” nevermind the fact that the “7” are the most productive Councilors.
When will the press take on demagogues and obstructionists instead of lionizing them?
The media gleefully marginalizes Councilors, dismissing them as “loyalists,” nevermind the fact that the “7” are the most productive Councilors.
When will the press take on demagogues and obstructionists instead of lionizing them?
This Month: Councilors will vote on Clr. Flynn’s resolution that doesn’t provide a basis for an Open Meeting Law compliant. The vote is to acknowledge a violation “may” have occurred.
In other words, 7 Councilors are being set up to fail in a no-win situation. The Herald loves this BS.
Meanwhile:
In other words, 7 Councilors are being set up to fail in a no-win situation. The Herald loves this BS.
Meanwhile:
January 12, 2026 at 12:04 AM
This Month: Councilors will vote on Clr. Flynn’s resolution that doesn’t provide a basis for an Open Meeting Law compliant. The vote is to acknowledge a violation “may” have occurred.
In other words, 7 Councilors are being set up to fail in a no-win situation. The Herald loves this BS.
Meanwhile:
In other words, 7 Councilors are being set up to fail in a no-win situation. The Herald loves this BS.
Meanwhile:
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I'm giving a talk! In Somerville, Jan 21, 6pm
"Reclaiming the Human Right to Freedom of Movement" Please come.
@cambbikesafety.bsky.social
www.facebook.com/events/14190...
"Reclaiming the Human Right to Freedom of Movement" Please come.
@cambbikesafety.bsky.social
www.facebook.com/events/14190...
Streetwise
Causes event in Somerville, MA by Somerville Bicycle Committee on Wednesday, January 21 2026
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January 11, 2026 at 10:48 PM
I'm giving a talk! In Somerville, Jan 21, 6pm
"Reclaiming the Human Right to Freedom of Movement" Please come.
@cambbikesafety.bsky.social
www.facebook.com/events/14190...
"Reclaiming the Human Right to Freedom of Movement" Please come.
@cambbikesafety.bsky.social
www.facebook.com/events/14190...
For Boston Family Days, the MFA set up tables for family watercoloring… very popular!
The museum is really buzzing today.
Nancy Berliner, curator of the must-see temporary exhibition “One Hundred Stitches, One Hundred Villages,” just sat down for a bite to eat! ❤️
The museum is really buzzing today.
Nancy Berliner, curator of the must-see temporary exhibition “One Hundred Stitches, One Hundred Villages,” just sat down for a bite to eat! ❤️
January 11, 2026 at 6:34 PM
For Boston Family Days, the MFA set up tables for family watercoloring… very popular!
The museum is really buzzing today.
Nancy Berliner, curator of the must-see temporary exhibition “One Hundred Stitches, One Hundred Villages,” just sat down for a bite to eat! ❤️
The museum is really buzzing today.
Nancy Berliner, curator of the must-see temporary exhibition “One Hundred Stitches, One Hundred Villages,” just sat down for a bite to eat! ❤️
Today: Boston Family Days
Not that it’s a competition with Mayor Wu, but she started Boston Family Days. Every kid and two guests gets into 14 different museums for free on the first two Sundays of the month. Also free tickets to a bunch of performance venues. The demand is off the charts. www.boston.gov/departments/...
Boston Family Days
Boston Family Days is an extraordinary public-private partnership between the City, corporate and philanthropic partners, and 23 of our City’s leading cultural institutions to help Boston school-aged ...
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January 11, 2026 at 2:36 PM
Today: Boston Family Days
Great news for the Commonwealth. MCCA has a solid board, interested in reform, and Mr. Barros is a terrific choice for this role. I was no fan of Mayor Walsh, but Barros was a shining star.
The MCCA audit is an eye-opening read… www.mass.gov/audit/audit-...
The MCCA audit is an eye-opening read… www.mass.gov/audit/audit-...
January 11, 2026 at 2:21 PM
Great news for the Commonwealth. MCCA has a solid board, interested in reform, and Mr. Barros is a terrific choice for this role. I was no fan of Mayor Walsh, but Barros was a shining star.
The MCCA audit is an eye-opening read… www.mass.gov/audit/audit-...
The MCCA audit is an eye-opening read… www.mass.gov/audit/audit-...
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My opinion piece in @cwbeacon.bsky.social on Boston's broken land use system.
OPINION: Rather than reflecting some sort of democratic ideal of local control, Boston’s process empowers those who already have housing to block housing for those who do not.
Boston’s broken land use system blocks the homes we desperately need - CommonWealth Beacon
Rather than reflecting some sort of democratic ideal of local control, Boston’s process empowers those who already have housing to block housing for those who do not.
buff.ly
January 10, 2026 at 11:39 PM
My opinion piece in @cwbeacon.bsky.social on Boston's broken land use system.
Herald Op-Ed:
Venerable Boston developer Alan Leventhal proposes the creation of an organization of activists, community groups and business leaders across the Commonwealth “to listen, engage and build consensus on common sense solutions to the challenges facing our citizens and our businesses.”
Venerable Boston developer Alan Leventhal proposes the creation of an organization of activists, community groups and business leaders across the Commonwealth “to listen, engage and build consensus on common sense solutions to the challenges facing our citizens and our businesses.”
January 11, 2026 at 11:13 AM
Herald Op-Ed:
Venerable Boston developer Alan Leventhal proposes the creation of an organization of activists, community groups and business leaders across the Commonwealth “to listen, engage and build consensus on common sense solutions to the challenges facing our citizens and our businesses.”
Venerable Boston developer Alan Leventhal proposes the creation of an organization of activists, community groups and business leaders across the Commonwealth “to listen, engage and build consensus on common sense solutions to the challenges facing our citizens and our businesses.”
Flying under the radar:
In fight over SNAP funding, AG Campbell asks judge to quash ongoing threats from feds to cut benefits.
[During these dark times, you are a guiding light, @ajcampbellma.bsky.social.] www.bostonglobe.com/2026/01/09/m...
In fight over SNAP funding, AG Campbell asks judge to quash ongoing threats from feds to cut benefits.
[During these dark times, you are a guiding light, @ajcampbellma.bsky.social.] www.bostonglobe.com/2026/01/09/m...
In fight over SNAP funding, AG Campbell asks judge to quash ongoing threats from feds to cut benefits - The Boston Globe
On Friday, Campbell urged the judge to enforce an injunction barring the federal government from cutting benefits amid the Trump administration’s renewed demands.
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January 11, 2026 at 5:31 AM
Flying under the radar:
In fight over SNAP funding, AG Campbell asks judge to quash ongoing threats from feds to cut benefits.
[During these dark times, you are a guiding light, @ajcampbellma.bsky.social.] www.bostonglobe.com/2026/01/09/m...
In fight over SNAP funding, AG Campbell asks judge to quash ongoing threats from feds to cut benefits.
[During these dark times, you are a guiding light, @ajcampbellma.bsky.social.] www.bostonglobe.com/2026/01/09/m...
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Imagine if the do-nothing legislature did this instead.
January 11, 2026 at 1:15 AM
Imagine if the do-nothing legislature did this instead.
At 14:00, Councilor Flynn states that outrage in the Black community is warranted because what happened to Councilor Worrell is an example of the same type of racism that is experienced every day, in hiring practices and beyond. www.youtube.com/live/pZ1rw9s...
The MAMLEO Broadcast on Boston Praise Radio & TV, Part 1
YouTube video by WBPG-LP 102.9 FM
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January 11, 2026 at 12:30 AM
At 14:00, Councilor Flynn states that outrage in the Black community is warranted because what happened to Councilor Worrell is an example of the same type of racism that is experienced every day, in hiring practices and beyond. www.youtube.com/live/pZ1rw9s...
And yes, as a Wu supporter, I do take BS personally.
Especially since the media lionized Councilor Flynn this week as a “check and balance” and “independent thinker,” as he failed to mention Boston Finance Commission oversight to his constituents, and failed to disclose the cost of an audit.
Especially since the media lionized Councilor Flynn this week as a “check and balance” and “independent thinker,” as he failed to mention Boston Finance Commission oversight to his constituents, and failed to disclose the cost of an audit.
Gentle reminder, as we wrap up Mayor Wu’s Inauguration Week w Councilor Flynn pounding the table for an audit of the Boston Finance Commission and complaining about an Open Meeting Law violation:
Councilor Flynn crapped all over Mayor Wu’s 2024 SOTC.
Every time Wu is celebrated, he’s in overdrive.
Councilor Flynn crapped all over Mayor Wu’s 2024 SOTC.
Every time Wu is celebrated, he’s in overdrive.
January 11, 2026 at 12:15 AM
And yes, as a Wu supporter, I do take BS personally.
Especially since the media lionized Councilor Flynn this week as a “check and balance” and “independent thinker,” as he failed to mention Boston Finance Commission oversight to his constituents, and failed to disclose the cost of an audit.
Especially since the media lionized Councilor Flynn this week as a “check and balance” and “independent thinker,” as he failed to mention Boston Finance Commission oversight to his constituents, and failed to disclose the cost of an audit.
Gentle reminder, as we wrap up Mayor Wu’s Inauguration Week w Councilor Flynn pounding the table for an audit of the Boston Finance Commission and complaining about an Open Meeting Law violation:
Councilor Flynn crapped all over Mayor Wu’s 2024 SOTC.
Every time Wu is celebrated, he’s in overdrive.
Councilor Flynn crapped all over Mayor Wu’s 2024 SOTC.
Every time Wu is celebrated, he’s in overdrive.
January 11, 2026 at 12:03 AM
Gentle reminder, as we wrap up Mayor Wu’s Inauguration Week w Councilor Flynn pounding the table for an audit of the Boston Finance Commission and complaining about an Open Meeting Law violation:
Councilor Flynn crapped all over Mayor Wu’s 2024 SOTC.
Every time Wu is celebrated, he’s in overdrive.
Councilor Flynn crapped all over Mayor Wu’s 2024 SOTC.
Every time Wu is celebrated, he’s in overdrive.