Ed Forgotson
@thecrowtoldme.bsky.social
News/Doc biz - CBS Sunday Morning, music (all things Dead), architecture/design, bike/hike/kayak, DC/MD & ME
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In @fastcompany.com, I explained that Trump’s tariffs make giant vehicles even more expensive (new car avg is now >$50k). That encourages consumers to consider smaller and cheaper sedans – which Detroit no longer offers.
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Detroit killed the sedan. Trump's trade war will make them wish they hadn’t
As Trump threatens tariffs and consumer confidence plummets, the lack of options from U.S. automakers could send buyers to foreign competitors.
www.fastcompany.com
December 28, 2025 at 1:16 PM
In @fastcompany.com, I explained that Trump’s tariffs make giant vehicles even more expensive (new car avg is now >$50k). That encourages consumers to consider smaller and cheaper sedans – which Detroit no longer offers.
Oops.
Oops.
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December 16, 2025 at 1:46 PM
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Day 395 of Georgia’s unbroken resistance. It is now illegal under Ivanishvili’s authoritarian rule to express peaceful protest near the parliament building, even by standing on a sidewalk.
December 27, 2025 at 4:59 PM
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He then floats this ridiculous idea that an appreciable chunk of the tax base will decamp from New York City for +180 days per year so they can avoid paying taxes.
There's an article today from Bloomberg about how this already isn't happening in Massachusetts.
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
There's an article today from Bloomberg about how this already isn't happening in Massachusetts.
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
Millionaire Tax That Inspired Mamdani Fuels $5.7 Billion Haul in Massachusetts
A millionaire levy in Massachusetts that New York City mayoral frontrunner Zohran Mamdani holds up as a model for taxing the rich has generated $3 billion more in revenue than expected without forcing...
www.bloomberg.com
October 21, 2025 at 5:23 PM
He then floats this ridiculous idea that an appreciable chunk of the tax base will decamp from New York City for +180 days per year so they can avoid paying taxes.
There's an article today from Bloomberg about how this already isn't happening in Massachusetts.
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
There's an article today from Bloomberg about how this already isn't happening in Massachusetts.
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
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Dozens of firefighters are currently battling a three-alarm fire on Custom House Wharf in Portland near Commercial Street:
Firefighters battle three-alarm fire on Portland waterfront
Dozens of firefighters are currently battling a three-alarm fire on Custom House Wharf in Portland near Commercial Street.
www.mainepublic.org
December 27, 2025 at 12:40 AM
Dozens of firefighters are currently battling a three-alarm fire on Custom House Wharf in Portland near Commercial Street:
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“Today’s algorithmically driven, attention-hungry information ecosystem does more than distort reality. It also stokes anger that divides society along political or social lines.” www.nytimes.com/2025/12/25/t...
Government Officials Once Stopped False Accusations After Violence. Now, Some Join In.
www.nytimes.com
December 27, 2025 at 12:26 AM
“Today’s algorithmically driven, attention-hungry information ecosystem does more than distort reality. It also stokes anger that divides society along political or social lines.” www.nytimes.com/2025/12/25/t...
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The AG is *supposed* to be the people’s lawyer, not the president’s. This is outrageous.
It also indicates Trump feels that he needs protection from Epstein file disclosures.
It also indicates Trump feels that he needs protection from Epstein file disclosures.
Axios has learned the White House has begun managing the DOJ's account on X to respond to posts highlighting mentions of Trump in the Epstein files.
In typical administrations, there is a wall between the White House and what is supposed to be an independent Justice Department.
In typical administrations, there is a wall between the White House and what is supposed to be an independent Justice Department.
Scoop: Trump administration expects Epstein files release could last another week
The White House has begun managing the DOJ's account on X, an effort to finish out the year and the Epstein file disclosure requirements set by Congress.
www.axios.com
December 24, 2025 at 3:52 PM
The AG is *supposed* to be the people’s lawyer, not the president’s. This is outrageous.
It also indicates Trump feels that he needs protection from Epstein file disclosures.
It also indicates Trump feels that he needs protection from Epstein file disclosures.
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President Trump’s spiteful defamation suit against the Pulitzer Prize Board may backfire, as the latter is now demanding Trump’s psychological records, prescription medication records, and tax returns in the discovery process. trib.al/LeCyeIU
December 24, 2025 at 9:29 PM
President Trump’s spiteful defamation suit against the Pulitzer Prize Board may backfire, as the latter is now demanding Trump’s psychological records, prescription medication records, and tax returns in the discovery process. trib.al/LeCyeIU
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Shamp’s Senate Bill 1070 would direct the #Arizona Dept of Health Services to conduct or support research to “advance the understanding of Trump Derangement Syndrome, including its origins, manifestations and long-term effects on individuals, communities and public discourse.”
Arizona lawmaker wants state to study ‘Trump Derangement Syndrome’
What, your heart isn't bursting with love for the commander in chief? Are you feeling OK?
www.phoenixnewtimes.com
December 24, 2025 at 5:54 AM
Shamp’s Senate Bill 1070 would direct the #Arizona Dept of Health Services to conduct or support research to “advance the understanding of Trump Derangement Syndrome, including its origins, manifestations and long-term effects on individuals, communities and public discourse.”
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"Pollution in parts of Manhattan declined by 22% in the first 6 months of this year after motorists began paying a new toll to drive south of 60th St.
The new fee began on Jan 5. Passenger cars pay $9 during peak hours to drive into the tolled zone, which runs from 60th St to lower tip of Manhattan
The new fee began on Jan 5. Passenger cars pay $9 during peak hours to drive into the tolled zone, which runs from 60th St to lower tip of Manhattan
New York City Congestion Fee Cuts Pollution by 22% in Toll Area
Pollution in parts of Manhattan declined by 22% in the first six months of this year after motorists began paying a new toll to drive south of 60th Street, according to a Cornell University analysis.
www.bloomberg.com
December 23, 2025 at 3:07 PM
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Year 1 data on congestion pricing in Manhattan…
* Vehicle traffic: -11%
* Foot traffic: +3.4%
* Storefront vacancy: -0.9%
* Pollution: -22%
* Revenue for mass transit: $548M
So YES this has been a huge success.
* Vehicle traffic: -11%
* Foot traffic: +3.4%
* Storefront vacancy: -0.9%
* Pollution: -22%
* Revenue for mass transit: $548M
So YES this has been a huge success.
December 23, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Year 1 data on congestion pricing in Manhattan…
* Vehicle traffic: -11%
* Foot traffic: +3.4%
* Storefront vacancy: -0.9%
* Pollution: -22%
* Revenue for mass transit: $548M
So YES this has been a huge success.
* Vehicle traffic: -11%
* Foot traffic: +3.4%
* Storefront vacancy: -0.9%
* Pollution: -22%
* Revenue for mass transit: $548M
So YES this has been a huge success.
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(Reuters) - China imported no soybeans from the United States for a third straight month in November, as buyers turned to South American supplies amid fears of a shortfall if the trade war with Washington dragged on.
@reuters.com
www.producer.com/daily/china-...
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China imports no US soybeans for third month; Argentine arrivals up 634 per cent | The Western Producer
China imported no soybeans from the United States for a third straight month in November, as buyers turned to South American supplies amid fears of a shortfall if the trade war with Washington dragged...
www.producer.com
December 23, 2025 at 1:06 PM
(Reuters) - China imported no soybeans from the United States for a third straight month in November, as buyers turned to South American supplies amid fears of a shortfall if the trade war with Washington dragged on.
@reuters.com
www.producer.com/daily/china-...
@reuters.com
www.producer.com/daily/china-...
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FYI, I did read stuff unrelated to cities and transport.
A favorite: Historian @paulsabin.bsky.social explains why 1970s activists erred pursuing social progress through the courts.
They missed chances to build public support (like 1970 Earth Day), and conservative judges crippled their strategy.
A favorite: Historian @paulsabin.bsky.social explains why 1970s activists erred pursuing social progress through the courts.
They missed chances to build public support (like 1970 Earth Day), and conservative judges crippled their strategy.
December 23, 2025 at 12:59 PM
FYI, I did read stuff unrelated to cities and transport.
A favorite: Historian @paulsabin.bsky.social explains why 1970s activists erred pursuing social progress through the courts.
They missed chances to build public support (like 1970 Earth Day), and conservative judges crippled their strategy.
A favorite: Historian @paulsabin.bsky.social explains why 1970s activists erred pursuing social progress through the courts.
They missed chances to build public support (like 1970 Earth Day), and conservative judges crippled their strategy.
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These were the best books about transportation and cities that I read in 2025.
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December 23, 2025 at 12:38 PM
These were the best books about transportation and cities that I read in 2025.
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ALERT: More Epstein files released
Here's what was we've found, so far ======>
Here's what was we've found, so far ======>
December 23, 2025 at 1:09 PM
ALERT: More Epstein files released
Here's what was we've found, so far ======>
Here's what was we've found, so far ======>
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Catholic Bishops is Florida want a holiday moratorium on immigration enforcement so people can go to church and celebrate Christmas and New Years.
Florida Catholic Bishops call for moratorium on immigration enforcement during Christmas holidays
"Such a pause would show a decent regard for the humanity of these families," they said. "Now is not the time to be callous toward the suffering caused by immigration enforcement."
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December 23, 2025 at 1:06 PM
Catholic Bishops is Florida want a holiday moratorium on immigration enforcement so people can go to church and celebrate Christmas and New Years.
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Bill Clinton releasing a statement saying 'release the Epstein files, you cowards' was not on my bingo list.
December 22, 2025 at 10:22 PM
Bill Clinton releasing a statement saying 'release the Epstein files, you cowards' was not on my bingo list.
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Where are they? Inside a store, but the floor is covered with snow?
December 23, 2025 at 5:22 AM
Where are they? Inside a store, but the floor is covered with snow?
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Politico - At least six career staffers at the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency were suspended with pay this summer after organizing a polygraph test that the agency’s acting director, Madhu Gottumukkala, failed. www.politico.com/news/2025/12...
Acting CISA director failed a polygraph. Career staff are now under investigation.
At least six career staff were placed on leave after DHS opened an investigation into whether they misled the agency’s acting director, Madhu Gottumukkala, into taking the test.
www.politico.com
December 21, 2025 at 9:53 PM
Politico - At least six career staffers at the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency were suspended with pay this summer after organizing a polygraph test that the agency’s acting director, Madhu Gottumukkala, failed. www.politico.com/news/2025/12...
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Burgum: "Today we're sending notifications to the 5 large offshore wind projects that are under construction that their leases will be suspended due to national security concerns ... the Dept of War has come back conclusively that these large offshore wind programs create radar interference"
December 22, 2025 at 1:58 PM
Burgum: "Today we're sending notifications to the 5 large offshore wind projects that are under construction that their leases will be suspended due to national security concerns ... the Dept of War has come back conclusively that these large offshore wind programs create radar interference"
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An analysis of the expansion of cracks in the Thwaites Glacier over the past 20 years suggests that a total collapse could be only a matter of time. www.wired.com/story/the-do...
The Doomsday Glacier Is Getting Closer and Closer to Irreversible Collapse
An analysis of the expansion of cracks in the Thwaites Glacier over the past 20 years suggests that a total collapse could be only a matter of time.
www.wired.com
December 22, 2025 at 2:48 PM
An analysis of the expansion of cracks in the Thwaites Glacier over the past 20 years suggests that a total collapse could be only a matter of time. www.wired.com/story/the-do...
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The Trump business empire’s expansion into nuclear fusion is alarming ethics experts, who warn it poses glaring conflicts of interest and risks the federal government playing favorites in what could be the holy grail of clean energy https://cnn.it/497rlJ6
December 22, 2025 at 3:01 PM
The Trump business empire’s expansion into nuclear fusion is alarming ethics experts, who warn it poses glaring conflicts of interest and risks the federal government playing favorites in what could be the holy grail of clean energy https://cnn.it/497rlJ6
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Despite billions in fines and a jailed CEO, Binance still seems addicted to money laundering.
My big mistake in assessing the crypto industry was assuming the government wouldn’t legitimize institutional money laundering and fraud. I thought the industry would eventually collapse. I was wrong.
My big mistake in assessing the crypto industry was assuming the government wouldn’t legitimize institutional money laundering and fraud. I thought the industry would eventually collapse. I was wrong.
Binance allowed suspicious accounts to operate even after 2023 US plea agreement
Leaked files show continued activity despite links to terror networks, failed ID checks and other red flags
www.ft.com
December 22, 2025 at 3:53 PM
Despite billions in fines and a jailed CEO, Binance still seems addicted to money laundering.
My big mistake in assessing the crypto industry was assuming the government wouldn’t legitimize institutional money laundering and fraud. I thought the industry would eventually collapse. I was wrong.
My big mistake in assessing the crypto industry was assuming the government wouldn’t legitimize institutional money laundering and fraud. I thought the industry would eventually collapse. I was wrong.
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DAY AHEAD: A new push to find Trump Administration Justice Dept leaders in contempt
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DAY AHEAD: A new push to find Trump Administration Justice Dept leaders in contempt
YouTube video by Scott MacFarlane CBS
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December 22, 2025 at 12:53 PM
DAY AHEAD: A new push to find Trump Administration Justice Dept leaders in contempt
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