brianna seid
@briannaseid.bsky.social
i like talking about criminal justice reform, taylor swift, the ny liberty, and the philadelphia eagles • animals are friends, not food 🌱
https://www.betterreentry.org/
@brennancenter.org by way of @brooklynda.org
https://www.betterreentry.org/
@brennancenter.org by way of @brooklynda.org
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brianna seid
@briannaseid.bsky.social
· Mar 11
Better Reentry
www.betterreentry.org
When people transitioning from incarceration have the necessary support, the entire community will benefit.
www.betterreentry.org
www.betterreentry.org
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Since 2015, at least 116 people have died in the New York City jails — including the brutal Rikers Island complex.
Here are several ways Mayor-elect @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social can address the troubled institution. www.brennancenter.org/our-work/res...
Here are several ways Mayor-elect @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social can address the troubled institution. www.brennancenter.org/our-work/res...
What the Incoming Mayor Must Do About New York City Jails
Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani can harness the federal court’s historic intervention in the local jail system to durably improve it.
www.brennancenter.org
December 5, 2025 at 9:57 PM
Since 2015, at least 116 people have died in the New York City jails — including the brutal Rikers Island complex.
Here are several ways Mayor-elect @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social can address the troubled institution. www.brennancenter.org/our-work/res...
Here are several ways Mayor-elect @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social can address the troubled institution. www.brennancenter.org/our-work/res...
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"The killing [in Gaza] is still happening and the genocide is still unfolding right in front us. A continuation of what the Nakba was and still is."
@simonerzim.bsky.social speaks with Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil about how the genocide in Gaza is a continuation of the 1948 Nakba.
@simonerzim.bsky.social speaks with Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil about how the genocide in Gaza is a continuation of the 1948 Nakba.
December 5, 2025 at 6:01 PM
"The killing [in Gaza] is still happening and the genocide is still unfolding right in front us. A continuation of what the Nakba was and still is."
@simonerzim.bsky.social speaks with Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil about how the genocide in Gaza is a continuation of the 1948 Nakba.
@simonerzim.bsky.social speaks with Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil about how the genocide in Gaza is a continuation of the 1948 Nakba.
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New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani will inherit a jail system plagued by rampant mismanagement. But if he embraces the imminent, court-ordered change in management, he can help foster long-term structural improvement.
bit.ly/48BCLEG
bit.ly/48BCLEG
What the Incoming Mayor Must Do About New York City Jails
Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani can harness the federal court’s historic intervention in the local jail system to durably improve it.
www.brennancenter.org
December 5, 2025 at 3:02 PM
New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani will inherit a jail system plagued by rampant mismanagement. But if he embraces the imminent, court-ordered change in management, he can help foster long-term structural improvement.
bit.ly/48BCLEG
bit.ly/48BCLEG
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The death of browsing is part of the reason art is the way it is now. Our opinions are largely fed to us by algorithms. Spending a spare 15 minutes wandering around a bookstore or comic shop or video rental place was how you found stuff you wouldn't ordinarily pick up and thereby expanded your taste
Bookselling is like the most "people go to the store and buy what looks cool to them without a particular agenda" type business left, and your purchases have a huge influence on what is ordered, what is displayed, and what is recommended.
November 29, 2025 at 6:44 PM
The death of browsing is part of the reason art is the way it is now. Our opinions are largely fed to us by algorithms. Spending a spare 15 minutes wandering around a bookstore or comic shop or video rental place was how you found stuff you wouldn't ordinarily pick up and thereby expanded your taste
me: i don’t like kids
also me: let me know you every photo and video of my nephew that exists
also me: let me know you every photo and video of my nephew that exists
November 26, 2025 at 9:31 PM
me: i don’t like kids
also me: let me know you every photo and video of my nephew that exists
also me: let me know you every photo and video of my nephew that exists
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Former law enforcement officials filed an amicus brief in support of defendants’ request to dismiss a Justice Dept lawsuit challenging Boston’s Trust Act. The Act outlines how local law enforcement engages in civil immigration-related enforcement & interacts w/ fed immigration authorities. 1/5
www.brennancenter.org
November 26, 2025 at 2:53 PM
Former law enforcement officials filed an amicus brief in support of defendants’ request to dismiss a Justice Dept lawsuit challenging Boston’s Trust Act. The Act outlines how local law enforcement engages in civil immigration-related enforcement & interacts w/ fed immigration authorities. 1/5
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A man died today at the Rikers Island jail complex. He was just hours away from an expected release.
This year, 13 people have now died in the NYC jails. That is *nearly triple* the number of people who died in the NYC jails in all of 2024. www.thecity.nyc/2025/11/21/r...
This year, 13 people have now died in the NYC jails. That is *nearly triple* the number of people who died in the NYC jails in all of 2024. www.thecity.nyc/2025/11/21/r...
Hours Before Expected Release, Rikers Detainee Dies After Apparent Seizure
Edwin Ramos, 38, was slated to plead guilty and walk free Friday morning. Instead, he became the 13th person to die in city custody this year.
www.thecity.nyc
November 21, 2025 at 9:43 PM
A man died today at the Rikers Island jail complex. He was just hours away from an expected release.
This year, 13 people have now died in the NYC jails. That is *nearly triple* the number of people who died in the NYC jails in all of 2024. www.thecity.nyc/2025/11/21/r...
This year, 13 people have now died in the NYC jails. That is *nearly triple* the number of people who died in the NYC jails in all of 2024. www.thecity.nyc/2025/11/21/r...
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President Trump has suggested deploying the National Guard in New York. That risks diverting attention from the long-term solutions needed to actually keep the city safe.
bit.ly/4o734Zo
bit.ly/4o734Zo
2025 Trends in Crime and Safety in New York City
New York remains one of the safest cities in the country, but some persistent challenges require close attention.
www.brennancenter.org
November 20, 2025 at 2:07 PM
President Trump has suggested deploying the National Guard in New York. That risks diverting attention from the long-term solutions needed to actually keep the city safe.
bit.ly/4o734Zo
bit.ly/4o734Zo
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"Mathematically, it might seem like I spend a disproportionate amount of my time making the world a significantly less safe and less empathetic place, but are you counting all the hours I spend sleeping?"
I Work For an Evil Company, but Outside Work, I’m Actually a Really Good Person
I love my job. I make a great salary, there’s a clear path to promotion, and a never-ending supply of cold brew in the office. And even though my j...
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November 17, 2025 at 2:05 PM
"Mathematically, it might seem like I spend a disproportionate amount of my time making the world a significantly less safe and less empathetic place, but are you counting all the hours I spend sleeping?"
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State supreme courts are still overwhelmingly white & male
⚖️ 18 states: 0 justices of color
⚖️ 47 states + DC: 0 Native American justices
⚖️ 42 states: 0 Asian American justices
⚖️ 39 + DC: 0 Latino justices
⚖️ 24 states: 0 Black justices
New @brennancenter.org analysis below👇👇
⚖️ 18 states: 0 justices of color
⚖️ 47 states + DC: 0 Native American justices
⚖️ 42 states: 0 Asian American justices
⚖️ 39 + DC: 0 Latino justices
⚖️ 24 states: 0 Black justices
New @brennancenter.org analysis below👇👇
State Supreme Court Diversity - November 2025 Update
Many state supreme courts lack diversity in terms of their justices’ race, ethnicity, gender, and professional background.
www.brennancenter.org
November 18, 2025 at 7:47 PM
State supreme courts are still overwhelmingly white & male
⚖️ 18 states: 0 justices of color
⚖️ 47 states + DC: 0 Native American justices
⚖️ 42 states: 0 Asian American justices
⚖️ 39 + DC: 0 Latino justices
⚖️ 24 states: 0 Black justices
New @brennancenter.org analysis below👇👇
⚖️ 18 states: 0 justices of color
⚖️ 47 states + DC: 0 Native American justices
⚖️ 42 states: 0 Asian American justices
⚖️ 39 + DC: 0 Latino justices
⚖️ 24 states: 0 Black justices
New @brennancenter.org analysis below👇👇
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The Eagles are in unprecedented territory: in the Super Bowl era,they’ve never held a five-game division lead after 10 games. Even their best seasons—2004, 2017, 2022—never reached that cushion. What you’re seeing now is truly historic for Philly. Go Birds! #GoBirds #FlyEaglesFly #PhiladelphiaEagles
November 17, 2025 at 11:12 PM
The Eagles are in unprecedented territory: in the Super Bowl era,they’ve never held a five-game division lead after 10 games. Even their best seasons—2004, 2017, 2022—never reached that cushion. What you’re seeing now is truly historic for Philly. Go Birds! #GoBirds #FlyEaglesFly #PhiladelphiaEagles
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“I think most don’t realize how hard it is to immigrate legally to the United States,” says former senior policy official @margyoh.bsky.social. She explains other surprising facts about the immigration system in a wide-ranging new Q&A:
An Insider’s View of the Immigration System
A former senior immigration policy official offers insight into how the system works and highlights urgent problems that must be addressed.
www.brennancenter.org
November 17, 2025 at 4:04 PM
“I think most don’t realize how hard it is to immigrate legally to the United States,” says former senior policy official @margyoh.bsky.social. She explains other surprising facts about the immigration system in a wide-ranging new Q&A:
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a big runoff last night, in New Orleans:
Calvin Duncan was exonerated after spending *28 years* in prison; he tried to get his own case records from the New Orleans city clerk—but the office dragged its feet.
So Duncan ran to become city clerk himself, and yesterday ousted the incumbent.
Calvin Duncan was exonerated after spending *28 years* in prison; he tried to get his own case records from the New Orleans city clerk—but the office dragged its feet.
So Duncan ran to become city clerk himself, and yesterday ousted the incumbent.
Calvin Duncan wins Orleans clerk of court race - Verite News New Orleans
Duncan, a political newcomer and former prisoner, defeated incumbent Darren Lombard by a wide margin in Saturday's runoff.
veritenews.org
November 16, 2025 at 4:09 PM
a big runoff last night, in New Orleans:
Calvin Duncan was exonerated after spending *28 years* in prison; he tried to get his own case records from the New Orleans city clerk—but the office dragged its feet.
So Duncan ran to become city clerk himself, and yesterday ousted the incumbent.
Calvin Duncan was exonerated after spending *28 years* in prison; he tried to get his own case records from the New Orleans city clerk—but the office dragged its feet.
So Duncan ran to become city clerk himself, and yesterday ousted the incumbent.
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As of this morning, Starbucks workers across the country are officially ON STRIKE. And we're prepared for this to become the biggest and longest ULP strike in Starbucks history.
Say #NoContractNoCoffee with us: DON'T BUY STARBUCKS for the duration of our open-ended ULP strike! $SBUX
Say #NoContractNoCoffee with us: DON'T BUY STARBUCKS for the duration of our open-ended ULP strike! $SBUX
November 13, 2025 at 11:33 AM
As of this morning, Starbucks workers across the country are officially ON STRIKE. And we're prepared for this to become the biggest and longest ULP strike in Starbucks history.
Say #NoContractNoCoffee with us: DON'T BUY STARBUCKS for the duration of our open-ended ULP strike! $SBUX
Say #NoContractNoCoffee with us: DON'T BUY STARBUCKS for the duration of our open-ended ULP strike! $SBUX
unless you have a dog who only likes squeaky toys you don’t know my pain
November 11, 2025 at 6:46 PM
unless you have a dog who only likes squeaky toys you don’t know my pain
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BREAKING: Starbucks workers have just authorized a massive strike.
Union Starbucks baristas voted to authorize the strike by 92%.
Now baristas in over 25 cities could launch an unfair labor practice strike on Thursday, November 13th.
Union Starbucks baristas voted to authorize the strike by 92%.
Now baristas in over 25 cities could launch an unfair labor practice strike on Thursday, November 13th.
November 5, 2025 at 5:13 PM
BREAKING: Starbucks workers have just authorized a massive strike.
Union Starbucks baristas voted to authorize the strike by 92%.
Now baristas in over 25 cities could launch an unfair labor practice strike on Thursday, November 13th.
Union Starbucks baristas voted to authorize the strike by 92%.
Now baristas in over 25 cities could launch an unfair labor practice strike on Thursday, November 13th.
Real safety comes from investing in people, protecting rights, and building trust. Mayor-elect Mamdani has an opportunity to show the nation what public safety can look like when it’s rooted in data-driven strategies and durable solutions.
How NYC’s Next Mayor Can Lead on Public Safety and Justice Reform
Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani can improve New Yorkers’ well-being by prioritizing proven crime-prevention policies.
www.brennancenter.org
November 5, 2025 at 6:16 PM
Real safety comes from investing in people, protecting rights, and building trust. Mayor-elect Mamdani has an opportunity to show the nation what public safety can look like when it’s rooted in data-driven strategies and durable solutions.
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Today is World Vegan Day! If you are concerned about climate change, reducing meat and dairy in your diet is one of the most powerful individual actions you can take.
"The effect of our modern meat production on the environment is truly terrifying." Jane Goodall news.janegoodall.org/2017/04/28/w...
"The effect of our modern meat production on the environment is truly terrifying." Jane Goodall news.janegoodall.org/2017/04/28/w...
Why I Went Plant-Based (And Why We Should All Eat Less Meat)
Dr. Goodall went plant-based after confronting what that meat represents: pain. Since, she learned more reasons why the work to #eatmeatless is important.
news.janegoodall.org
November 1, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Today is World Vegan Day! If you are concerned about climate change, reducing meat and dairy in your diet is one of the most powerful individual actions you can take.
"The effect of our modern meat production on the environment is truly terrifying." Jane Goodall news.janegoodall.org/2017/04/28/w...
"The effect of our modern meat production on the environment is truly terrifying." Jane Goodall news.janegoodall.org/2017/04/28/w...
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President Trump pardoned Binance founder Changpeng Zhao who pleaded guilty to money laundering in 2023. Binance is also reportedly a major supporter of the Trump family's World Liberty Financial. www.wsj.com/finance/curr...
Trump Pardons Convicted Binance Founder
The pardon follows months of efforts by Changpeng Zhao to boost the Trump family’s own crypto company.
www.wsj.com
October 23, 2025 at 10:33 PM
President Trump pardoned Binance founder Changpeng Zhao who pleaded guilty to money laundering in 2023. Binance is also reportedly a major supporter of the Trump family's World Liberty Financial. www.wsj.com/finance/curr...
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Great job everybody. We bullied & ostracized people who used ChatGpt so they’re using it less. Looks like our work here is done.
October 23, 2025 at 10:40 PM
Great job everybody. We bullied & ostracized people who used ChatGpt so they’re using it less. Looks like our work here is done.
does sga remind anyone else of randall from monsters inc
October 22, 2025 at 2:18 AM
does sga remind anyone else of randall from monsters inc
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This is the dream folks. Opening streets to people who’ve been pushed off the streets by cars.
😃Because of the new Court Street bike lane in Brooklyn, I rode a bike on NYC streets for the 1st time in 25+ years.
Court Street bike lane ==> I can ride to my place in a protected lane, where previously Court Street was a dangerous mess*. The cars aren’t speeding anymore, either! 😃
Court Street bike lane ==> I can ride to my place in a protected lane, where previously Court Street was a dangerous mess*. The cars aren’t speeding anymore, either! 😃
October 20, 2025 at 2:59 PM
This is the dream folks. Opening streets to people who’ve been pushed off the streets by cars.
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📢ICYMI: Today, the New York Court of Appeals unanimously upheld a state law moving many county and town elections outside of New York City to even-numbered years. This is a huge win for New York’s democracy. www.brennancenter.org/our-work/ana...
New York Court of Appeals Rules State’s Even-Year Election Law Constitutional
Today the New York Court of Appeals unanimously upheld a 2023 state law moving many county and town elections outside of New York City from odd to even-numbered years.
www.brennancenter.org
October 16, 2025 at 8:25 PM
📢ICYMI: Today, the New York Court of Appeals unanimously upheld a state law moving many county and town elections outside of New York City to even-numbered years. This is a huge win for New York’s democracy. www.brennancenter.org/our-work/ana...
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If men with guns and masks tried to pull me out of my car, I'd fight back. Courts should reject any claims by the government that this is aggression by the person being detained, resisting arrest, or that they're a flight risk.
October 14, 2025 at 7:06 PM
If men with guns and masks tried to pull me out of my car, I'd fight back. Courts should reject any claims by the government that this is aggression by the person being detained, resisting arrest, or that they're a flight risk.
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The CBA, Saudi money, Unrivaled, conflicts of interest, an embattled commissioner, and increased NBA involvement: here's a mega-primer for what promises to be the most chaotic, transformational offseason in WNBA history
www.theringer.com/2025/10/14/w...
www.theringer.com/2025/10/14/w...
The WNBA’s Future Is on the Clock
It’s a make-or-break offseason for the WNBA. Is the league headed for a lockout? Or will the players get the changes they’re demanding?
www.theringer.com
October 14, 2025 at 3:46 PM
The CBA, Saudi money, Unrivaled, conflicts of interest, an embattled commissioner, and increased NBA involvement: here's a mega-primer for what promises to be the most chaotic, transformational offseason in WNBA history
www.theringer.com/2025/10/14/w...
www.theringer.com/2025/10/14/w...