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Eva @evamckend.bsky.social · 26d

Over the course of the DC crackdown, people in underserved communities say the level of scrutiny has not been equally applied.

Vincent Tyree was jailed for four days.

Now the government says they don't even have the evidence to prosecute him...

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DC mayor’s handling of Trump deployment roils residents who want more pushback | CNN Politics

Jawanna Hardy, founder of a group that works with victims of gun violence as young as 3, said many in her community were hopeful when President Donald Trump announced a federal takeover of law enforce...

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Eva @evamckend.bsky.social · Aug 28

Mamdani critics trying to make DSA affiliation political liability ahead of November, so far jabs haven’t landed

DSA says socialism not scary to new generation of voters

“Younger folks really see capitalism is not working out for them.”

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Mamdani faces pressure in NYC mayor’s race over his ties to democratic socialists | CNN Politics

The Democratic Socialists of America held their national convention this summer in the afterglow of arguably their biggest electoral victory to date: Zohran Mamdani’s triumph in the Democratic primary...

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Justin O'Neill @jjoneill.bsky.social · Aug 22

Maryland is having 3 different conversations about reparations at once.

@wamu.org's @jennyabamu.bsky.social explains the tension between the different visions about what restorative justice should look like for Black Marylanders

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With a Black Governor, a Powerful Black Caucus, and a Lawsuit, Maryland Reckons With Reparations

With a Black governor charting his own path, a powerful Black caucus pushing to override his veto, and a lawsuit testing whether the courts will weigh in, Maryland is reckoning with reparations but it...

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Eva @evamckend.bsky.social · Aug 13

Mayor Bowser’s response to the federalization of the DC police illustrate how she’s often trying to communicate multiple messages at once as she faces perhaps the biggest test to date of her leadership.

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DC Mayor Bowser changes her tone on Trump as crackdown ramps up | CNN Politics

After Donald Trump won the presidential election, Washington, D.C., Mayor Muriel Bowser flew to Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate to see him.

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Eva @evamckend.bsky.social · Jul 24

NEW: Less than a month after Zohran Mamdani’s victory in New York City’s mayoral primary, some of Mamdani’s allies are coalescing around another democratic socialist challenging the incumbent Democratic mayor of Minneapolis.

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Democratic socialists fresh off Mamdani victory see opportunity in Minneapolis | CNN Politics

Less than a month after Zohran Mamdani’s victory in New York City’s mayoral primary, some of Mamdani’s allies are coalescing around another democratic socialist challenging the incumbent Democratic ma...

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@jenny abamu @jennyabamu.bsky.social · Jul 15

Let the good times roll

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Alexander Russo @alexanderrusso.bsky.social · Jul 2

Like many journalists, former WAMU ed reporter
@jennyabamu.bsky.social had long resisted video-first content creation. But then she figured out a way to join in that worked -- and she's got ideas how others could, too:

NEW: Why I finally joined TikTok kappanonline.org/abamu-why-i-...

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The New York Times @nytimes.com · Jun 27

On the final day of its term, the Supreme Court is expected to issue rulings on birthright citizenship and several other cases. Here is a look at the court's other major decisions and what's left to be decided.

The Major Supreme Court Decisions in 2025

In a term that was increasingly overshadowed by emergency requests related to President Trump’s swift executive actions, justices heard arguments on transgender rights, the role of religion in public life, gun violence and speech online.

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@jenny abamu @jennyabamu.bsky.social · Jun 25

Maryland in 2 Minutes!
Scorching temps, a hiring freeze for state workers, and a Maryland woman racking up 400+ unpaid D.C. traffic tickets?! 👀💸

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#MarylandNews #LocalNews #DMVUpdates #DCNews #HotInMaryland #StateJobs #HiringFreeze #WAMUNews #WAMU885

@jenny abamu @jennyabamu.bsky.social · Jun 23

Crazy to see this military base back in the headlines after 4 years again #MarylandPolitics #AfghanEvacuation #AlUdeid #ForeignPolicy #MilitaryLife #VeteransVoices #GlobalConflict #ReporterReflections #MiddleEastCrisis #QatarBase #USEmbassy #MarylandReporter #DisplacementStories #MilitaryFamilies

@jenny abamu @jennyabamu.bsky.social · Jun 22

Some personal news as they say #maryland #montgomerycounty #pgcounty open.substack.com/pub/jennyaba...

A New Role

Drumroll please 🥁… Here’s the announcement!

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@jenny abamu @jennyabamu.bsky.social · Jun 15

This weekend we're talking about projecting & recognizing patterns within the world that we are in, and then building worlds that we want. Check it out, super interesting! https://f.mtr.cool/tycfwdullm #writing #scifi #fyp

@jenny abamu @jennyabamu.bsky.social · Jun 9

Book two seems to be closing in at about 80k words. Still reworking the ending, but I have had so much fun with this #novel. The Herd Series has truly been the reprieve I have needed #writing #scifi #books #fyp #postapocalypticbooks #dystopia

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@jenny abamu @jennyabamu.bsky.social · Jun 9

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@jenny abamu @jennyabamu.bsky.social · Jun 8

Made #Nigerian #Meatpies, busy mom cheat-style, so it’s easier! Did it for multicultural day at my kid’s school in #Maryland Full #recipe in my #newsletter, link in bio!

@jenny abamu @jennyabamu.bsky.social · Jun 8

They canceled the #Salvadoran Day parade in #Maryland because people were too afraid. That says a lot about where we are.
Also, I made #Nigerian meat pies. #Recipe on in my newsletter.
Also, BIG announcement coming first in the newsletter so subscribe!
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Culture Goes Into Hiding

Security concerns are forcing immigrant communities to choose between celebration and safety. Bonus: Nigerian Meat Pie recipe for busy moms.

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@jenny abamu @jennyabamu.bsky.social · Jun 7

Very cool, flamenco 💃 is such a passionate-style dance, saw a show in Madrid. Curious to see a show in New Mexico #dance #art #culture #Spain #flamenco

NPR @npr.org · Jun 7

A lot of folks know New Mexico for green chiles, the largest hot air balloon festival in the world, and the birthplace of the bomb. But it's also a global center of flamenco—the passionate dance, song and music of the Roma people of southern Spain.

Spanish Flamenco thrives in New Mexico, with its own unique flavor

A lot of folks know New Mexico for green chiles, the largest hot air balloon festival in the world, and the birthplace of the bomb. But it's also a global center of flamenco—the passionate dance, song and music of the Roma people of southern Spain.

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WAMU 88.5 @wamu.org · Jun 6

We are now live with D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser, talking about the closing of Dupont Circle, Trump's military parade, and the 2026 budget. Join the conversation with the Mayor by calling (800)-433-8850.

The Politics Hour: D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser breaks down her proposed $22 billion budget

D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser joins us to discuss the tough choices ahead for the city, why she's betting big on sports, and an update on preparations for President Trump's military parade.

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NPR @npr.org · Jun 3

The election comes nearly two months after president Yoon Suk Yeol was removed from office following his impeachment for declaring martial law in the country.

South Korea's liberal party leader poised to win presidency after martial law crisis

The election comes nearly two months after president Yoon Suk Yeol was removed from office following his impeachment for declaring martial law in the country.

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@jenny abamu @jennyabamu.bsky.social · May 25

In this week’s #newsletter, I explore the complexities of values & the challenges of belonging in diverse communities. It’s a journey through #faith, #culture, & the contradictions that shape us.
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#nigerian #african #africanculture www.jennyabamu.com/p/the-conund... #sundayreads #african

The Conundrum of the Conservative African

This week's newsletter explores the complex contradictions of identity and belonging, plus updates on newsletter structure and maps within The Herd book series.

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@jenny abamu @jennyabamu.bsky.social · May 24

New newsletter coming out tomorrow! Go ahead and subscribe! www.jennyabamu.com #african #church #newsletter #conservative

@jenny abamu @jennyabamu.bsky.social · May 23

☕ Making coffee + thinking about PG County:
#Nonprofits protested funding cuts—now Council Chair Edward Burroughs says he’ll restore the money next cycle.

But the deeper story? Local leaders and funding in politics.
New piece coming via @wamu.org Follow for more. #maryland #princegeorgescounty

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Source of the Spring @sourceofthespring.com · May 22

Montgomery County Councilmember Evan Glass has announced that his campaign for County Executive has qualified for public financing just two months after its launch in March.

Councilmember Evan Glass Qualifies for Public Financing in Montgomery County Executive Race

Montgomery County Councilmember Evan Glass has announced that his campaign for County Executive has qualified for public financing just two months after its launch in March.

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The New York Times @nytimes.com · May 22

A gunman killed two employees of the Israeli Embassy in Washington, D.C., Wednesday night outside an event at the Capital Jewish Museum. The suspect chanted "free, free Palestine" after he was taken into custody, officials said.

Here's what we know.

What We Know About the Deadly Shooting Outside the Jewish Museum in D.C.

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@jenny abamu @jennyabamu.bsky.social · May 18

New #newsletter out today!
After a conversation with a sharp Gen Z podcaster, I found myself unpacking the myth of a media cabal. Spoiler: it’s not what you think. Let’s break it down—what’s really happening behind the headlines. open.substack.com/pub/jennyaba...

#news #podcast #themedia

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