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Eugene Bradley

@eebradley.bsky.social
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IT worker & manager by day in Monterey Bay. Public transit advocate & watchdog in #SiliconValley and #SanJose by night.

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call634-5789 @call634-5789.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
Can't repeat this enough.....
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Robert Prinz @prinzrob.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
The Bay Area public transit #MeasureRTM polling shows 48% support, 34% opposed, 18% undecided. This means only 1 in 9 of the undecideds need to vote YES to get over 50%. Volunteer w the campaign now to help make this happen, opportunities listed here: 👇👇👇 luma.com/connectbayarea
“WHO IS LIKELY TO SUPPORT TRANSIT TAX?
Support for the regional transit tax that would fund BART, Muni, Caltrain and AC Transit depends on age group and housing situation.

Registered voters
48% yes 18% not sure 34% no
By age group
18 to 34
69% yes
35 to 49
44% yes
50 to 60
35% yes
By housing situatlon
Renters
60% yes
Homeowners
34% yes

Source: Bay Area News Group/Joint Venture Silicon Valley poll of 1,801 adults in Alameda, Contra Costa, San Francisco, San Mateo and Santa Clara counties, conducted online Aug. 5-18, 2026. Margin of error is +/- 2.6 percentage points.
BAY AREA NEWS GROUP”
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Eugene Bradley @eebradley.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Speaking from experience, some cars (esp. foreign cars) with turbocharged/supercharged engines require higher octane due to tech & higher compression ratios. Example: BMW, documented here: bmwinsights.com/does-a-bmw-r...
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Does A BMW Require Premium Gas? (Fuel Recommendations)
If you drive a BMW, you may have wondered whether you really need to use premium gasoline or if you can get away with regular gas. This is a hotly debated
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Eugene Bradley @eebradley.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
In other news, until 7pm, ride Caltrain or VTA buses/light rail from SJ Diridon/SAP Center to the Little Italy San Jose Festival. Only a 10-15 min. walk away. Festival info, and map courtesy of Google Maps: www.littleitalysj.com/lisj-festival
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Adam Cohen (My Personal Views Only) @axidentaliberal.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
Trump promised Youngstown, Ohio he’d save their manufacturing plant. It closed They still voted for him He promised that Foxconn would build a plant in Ohio. Never happened Once again, they voted for him Now Ohio faces huge layoffs as Trump declares he’s on the midterm ballot What will Ohio do
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Eugene Bradley @eebradley.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
Off to film some video. Got answers from VTA on some outstanding issues. More later. Enjoy your Saturday, folks.
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Eugene Bradley @eebradley.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
That's on me. I will know better next time.
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Eugene Bradley @eebradley.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Given that, this forgotten classic is for you, then. www.youtube.com/watch?v=cuuh...
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NOBODY TOLD ME. (Ultimate Mix, 2020) - John Lennon (official music video HD)
YouTube video by johnlennon
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Eugene Bradley @eebradley.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Sounds like clean-up work or other follow-up work that has to be done for safety reasons. Can't have trains derail on the shiny new track interchange. Would not be good.
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Eugene Bradley @eebradley.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
Just donated some stuff for pets at the County Animal Shelter in San Martin. Its at 12425 Monterey Hwy off Highland in San Martin.
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Eugene Bradley @eebradley.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
A subtle blade, indeed.
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Eugene Bradley @eebradley.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Wow. Wondering where you got your burrito from without chips. This will help me and others avoid such an overpriced joint. Ugh.
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Eugene Bradley @eebradley.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Ride @vta.org 64A bus to GlenFest in Willow Glen (San Jose) this Saturday from 11am-6pm. Site is parking lot of Bank of America near Lincoln/Brest bus stop.
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Transbay Coalition @transbaycoalition.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
TOMORROW (Thursday) Help save transit throughout the Bay Area by comming out to the Yes on RTM (Regional Transit Measure) campaign kick-off events throughout the Bay Area. Find the one nearest to you here: luma.com/connectbayarea
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Connect Bay Area · Events Calendar
View and follow events from Connect Bay Area on Luma. Organizing for the Regional Transit Measure on the November 2026 ballot. Vote Yes on RTM November 3rd! ConnectBayArea.com
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Eugene Bradley @eebradley.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Just heard that as of Sept. 1, VTA is 35 drivers short of what it needs to run its current bus schedules. Would not be shocked to learn that is why your issue happened Aug. 8 as no drivers were available for the shuttles.
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Eugene Bradley @eebradley.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
I've done the bus<->train link between the Bay Area and LA thrice. I plan to do it again later this fall, for a weekend down South.
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Eugene Bradley @eebradley.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Oddly, it's now marketed under the same name as a social media company. How times change.
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Eugene Bradley @eebradley.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Need a job? Got a Calif. Class C Driver's License w/ good driving record? Go apply to be a VTA bus driver. More info and go apply here: www.governmentjobs.com/careers/vtas...
governmentjobs.com
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Eugene Bradley @eebradley.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Meanwhile, in Oakland and the East Bay, reliability issues at AC Transit will be discussed tomorrow. More on that below.
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Eugene Bradley @eebradley.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
In 1987, the $17 alone would have paid for a simple burger and fries - at Newark Int'l Airport. Egad.
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Transbay Coalition @transbaycoalition.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
Want a fun way to get involved in transit advocacy in the Bay Area? This month there are over 80 events for #TransitMonth2026 Check them out here www.ca.transitmonth.org/bay-area
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Bay Area — California Transit Month
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Ann @lifeinthepnw.bsky.social · 06/09/2026
This whole Polymarket and internet sports gambling culture makes Pete Rose look pretty tame. Betting on his own team to win? Oh, the horror.
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Eugene Bradley @eebradley.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
VTA's response to it all has been numerous tells: * internal process for handling complex Customer Service matters needs work * communication to folks for emergencies after 7pm weekdays & weekends is lacking * a driver shortage few outside VTA know about More on that as I get more info.
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Eugene Bradley @eebradley.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Got a phone call from VTA customer service mgmt. just hours before last night's Board meeting on this matter. I requested firmly and politely they respond in writing. It's truly on THEM now.
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Eugene Bradley @eebradley.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Thank you. More on this soon.
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Eugene Bradley @eebradley.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
One thing I will do for #TransitMonth today: help members of a disabled group get better transit service at tonight's VTA Board meeting at 5:45pm.
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Transbay Coalition @transbaycoalition.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Want to learn more about how decisions at the federal level affect our Bay Area transit systems? Join us 9/9 at 6:30 pm to find out more! RSVP: actionnetwork.org/events/feder...
"Federal Policy, Local Impact: How Decisions in DC are affecting transit in the Bay Area" Wednesday, Sept, 9th, at 6:30 pm Pacific Time. Online event, and RSVP is available in bio. The poster depicts 5 transit vehicles over the DC skyline, with the Golden Gate Bridge behind it.
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Eugene Bradley @eebradley.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
Got a LOT of follow-up work to VTA on Monday. No response to anything I have asked them. Not good.
Empty post office mailbox.
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Eugene Bradley @eebradley.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
He does not suck enough.
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Eugene Bradley @eebradley.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
Agreed. Leaving vulnerable folks behind late at night with no notice is not good at all. Especially seniors and the disabled who have no alternatives, for whatever reason.
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Eugene Bradley @eebradley.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
Chicken. Meatballs. Yum.
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Eugene Bradley @eebradley.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
No. VTA's ongoing silence on this from Customer Service is rather telling. I will go to other sources on Monday to determine what is and was going on that night.
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Eugene Bradley @eebradley.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Town Hall site is at SVILC HQ at 25 N. 14th St. (off E. Santa Clara St.) in downtown San Jose. VTA's 22, 23 and 522 Rapid bus lines stop within a 5-min. walk away on E. Santa Clara St.
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Eugene Bradley @eebradley.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Silicon Valley Independent Living Center (SVILC) has a Town Hall for the disabled community in Santa Clara Co. in San Jose next Monday (Aug. 24) @ 4pm. Join in person or virtual. RSVP here: bit.ly/3QT5zDU
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SVILC Disability Community Town Hall Registration
The Silicon Valley Independent Living Center (SVILC) and Canary Resistance invite you to a Disability Town Hall Meeting. You can participate in person or on zoom. When: Monday, August 24, 4:00 PM - 5...
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Eugene Bradley @eebradley.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
Recovered in full from Car Week volunteering in Monterey over the weekend. Had fun and met some folks. Now, do those folks want to know me back? That is the question.
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Eugene Bradley @eebradley.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
It's now Car Week in Monterey.
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Eugene Bradley @eebradley.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
Splitting divisions...how so?
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Eugene Bradley @eebradley.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
Given this is now Car Week in Monterey, I'm volunteering for the Paddock today, and Concourso Italiano tomorrow.
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Eugene Bradley @eebradley.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
Wrote to VTA Customer Service on Tuesday, still have yet to hear back from them. Most telling on their end.
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Eugene Bradley @eebradley.bsky.social · 09/08/2026
I'm going to ask around on social media and see how others were affected. From what I saw from VTA, no notice on any system issues last night. Meanwhile, ensure you email customer.service@vta.org about it all, if you haven't done so already.
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Eugene Bradley @eebradley.bsky.social · 09/08/2026
Wow. Sorry to hear you had to go thru all that last night @patriciaanne.bsky.social . Did any westbound bus or train eventually show up for you and others last night?
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Eugene Bradley @eebradley.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
Hence why I'm reading the GJ report in full first, before I say anything else. And so it goes.
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Eugene Bradley @eebradley.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
Only thing I've been hiding: the fact I lost 10 lbs. over the last month. Got a couple of things I have to cover VTA-wise, before I get to the report more formally. Stay tuned.
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Eugene Bradley @eebradley.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
Wow. Surprised no one else has robbed from him. I go over this and consequences in one of the guides I wrote: www.svtransitusers.org/transit-guid...
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Etiquette On Any Bus Or Train
etiquette {et-i-kit, -ket} noun 1. conventional requirements as to social behavior; proprieties of conduct as established in any class or community or for any occasion. Background Buses and trains rem...
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Eugene Bradley @eebradley.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
Not surprised by this news item. I've yet to read the Civil GJ report in full myself. Curious as to what led you to conclude that VTA's notes were fictional.
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Transbay Coalition @transbaycoalition.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
In less than one week, advocates from across the state will be meeting in Sacramento for our Rally and Lobby Day to prevent cuts to transit, affordable housing, clean air, and clean water. RSVP Here: actionnetwork.org/events/emerg...
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Rally and Lobby Day to Save Transit, Affordable Housing, Clean Air & Clean Water Programs throughout California
Governor Gavin Newsom's Appointees at the California Air Resources Board just voted to rob programs that fund transit, affordable housing, clean air, and clean water programs to give billions to Big O...
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Eugene Bradley @eebradley.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
So the Mickey Mouse Clubhouse is just a club for future zombie training. Got it.
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Eugene Bradley @eebradley.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
Own a home in Santa Clara Co. that's near a @vta.org @caltrain.com or @bart.gov rail stop? California state law via SB 79 changes your home equity value. This as of July 1. Here's how: www.youtube.com/watch?v=iMPz...
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San Jose Homeowners: SB79 Just Changed the Rules on Your Home Equity
YouTube video by Steve Mun | San Jose Metro Realtor
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Eugene Bradley @eebradley.bsky.social · 01/08/2026
Seems Harrison Bader will have plenty of chances to consume tiger cake. Giants suspended his pay over the latest scooter incident. www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/gia...
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Giants suspend Harrison Bader's pay after he reportedly crashed scooter into fire truck
Bader was already on the IL with plantar fasciitis when he was further injured
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Eugene Bradley @eebradley.bsky.social · 01/08/2026
All of this sounds like all-American anti-intellectualism at its best. Wonder how famous book author Richard Hofstater would see this Fauci hearing as, based on his famous book.
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