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@jkruzit.bsky.social
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Husband, Father, Grandfather, Bicyclist, Carmex Addict. Jim. Quidnunc, probably. Kay’s (spouse) Executive Admin. I know where Barry Manilow gets his groceries. We enjoy music and travel. Retired. Ward 3, Minneapolis, MN USA

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amityf @amityf.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
@keithellison.bsky.social supported the Medical Debt Fairness Act which stops the transfer of a person's medical debt (in only their name) to their spouse, upon their death. Gotta say, having an AG who supports legislation like this--that's an AG who fights for _people_.
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detached, bourgeois liberal @jkruzit.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Really. Soap. I didn't have that on my bingo card.
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detached, bourgeois liberal @jkruzit.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
We’re awhooooooo-ing on Friday now? 55401
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taylr @taylordahlin.com · 11/09/2026
the prospect north loop data center in the old star tribune building is dead. legacy has terminated its purchase agreement for the site there’s been a lot of organizing by north loop residents against this, hope many take this as their entry to being civically active
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detached, bourgeois liberal @jkruzit.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
I am having issues with the StarTribune dot com website loading very erratically when I use Safari. Other sites work fine. StarTribune works well with Chrome. MacBook Air is up to date as is the browser. Tried Apple's recommendations... no change. Anyone else experience & fix this problem w/Safari?
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MPR News @mprnews.org · 04/09/2026
JUST IN: Christian Castro, the ICE officer charged with lying about the events leading up to a January shooting of a Venezuelan man in Minneapolis, has turned him self in to federal authorities. He faces both federal charges and charges in Minnesota.
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ICE officer charged with lying about shooting turns himself in to feds, AP source says
The federal charges follow Castro's release from jail last week after Texas’ governor refused to immediately sign an extradition warrant to hand him over to Minnesota authorities, who have charged him...
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EurekaMSP @eurekamsp.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
Anyone in the TC recognize this very recognizable dog found in Saint Paul?
A mostly white dog with patches of black, gray, and white spots. Text reads:

Anyone missing this dog? He followed us home this morning near Marshall and Cleveland. Has a collar but no tags and is not chipped.
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detached, bourgeois liberal @jkruzit.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
Its just awful to see how bad the @startribune.com editorial page has become. Today’s piece from Jim Schultz is just lazy and sophomoric garbage. I can’t believe an editor allowed that to be published.
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detached, bourgeois liberal @jkruzit.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
Humble brag. I pull a much-better-than-acceptable espresso shot.
Espresso and golden crema being dispensed into an espresso cup.
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detached, bourgeois liberal @jkruzit.bsky.social · 16/08/2026
Doncha love when a motorist says “fuck you” as they swerve around you in a crosswalk on a Minneapolis parkway with pedestrian lights flashing? #WaterWorks
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detached, bourgeois liberal @jkruzit.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
In the casual free-market/reuse/giveaway area in our condo building someone left a hanging plaque that reads: “Never, Never Give Up” I guess they have given up.
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detached, bourgeois liberal @jkruzit.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
Thanks @mikenorton.org for this Op-Ed. I agree. minnesotareformer.com/2026/08/13/s...
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Sen. Amy Klobuchar needs to tell us who she would name as her successor if she becomes governor • Minnesota Reformer
There are very few instances in the modern era of a sitting U.S. senator running for governor and being in a position to appoint their own successor.
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detached, bourgeois liberal @jkruzit.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
I think I may have entered this phase. Thanks #DavidSedaris for the guidance.
Photo of text from a David Sedaris book that says “ I’m in the hard part of getting old, the part where everything irritates you.”
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detached, bourgeois liberal @jkruzit.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
Reaching across the aisle to recognize Terry Stier, LEO and Republican state rep, for speaking the truth. “… some officers claim they have PTSD just so they can retire early because they don’t like the job or are facing discipline or termination.“ www.startribune.com/mn-police-pt...
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Minnesota has spent millions trying to stem the tide of police PTSD retirements. It isn’t working.
Lawmakers set up a $100 million fund to pay for mental health treatment aimed at getting police and firefighters back to work. So far, 17 out of 337 have returned to their jobs.
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detached, bourgeois liberal @jkruzit.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
Disgraced former Minneapolis police chief Brian O’Hara recently had an interview on local television www.fox9.com/video/fmc-l9...
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Former Minneapolis police chief Brian O'Hara speaks after sudden resignation
Former Minneapolis police chief Brian O'Hara speaks to FOX 9 for the first time since his sudden resignation in May.
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detached, bourgeois liberal @jkruzit.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
Curious presser by Mayor Frey on Aug 6 to explain how MPD forecasts overtime. MPD under-forecasted OT, and expenses associated w/low number of officers allowed Frey to meet budget. That's no longer possible, given MPD growing staff. Dubious financial acumen to me. www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oits...
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August 6, 2026 MPD overtime budget analysis media briefing
YouTube video by cityofminneapolis
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Mara 👻 aBOOlish I.C.E. @mauratwit.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
We’re opening a new concentration camp, to include children, in Minnesota.
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Steve @noslracs.bsky.social · 01/08/2026
Be a cop in LA. Record your coworkers and supervisor making racist remarks. Give the evidence to the DA. DA files charges. Charges are only against you for recording privileged convos. ACAB. www.nbclosangeles.com/investigatio...
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LAPD Officer charged after allegedly recording coworkers suspected of making racist remarks
An LAPD officer who alleged coworkers made racist and homophobic remarks is now charged with illegally recording conversations.
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Bill Lindeke @blindeke.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
I wrote some thoughts about the Catch-22 of cities clearing encampments. www.minnpost.com/cityscape/20...
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Whenever you hear about an encampment 'sweep,' first ask: Where will the people go?
Cities are struggling to confront public safety issues related to homeless encampments. State government solutions and funding are needed.
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detached, bourgeois liberal @jkruzit.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
Is anyone here in the Minneapolis area into basket weaving? We are looking to give away a bunch of reed and handles. LMK if you are interested.
Reed used to make wicker baskets on a shelf
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detached, bourgeois liberal @jkruzit.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
I liked Ed Chigliak's character. Pretty chill dude.
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Sami Schalk @drsamischalk.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
Police murdered a Black man in the street in Madison WI today. Shot point blank in the head while on the ground, tased, and surrounded by four cops. It looks like an execution. Multiple videos circulating online. Things are about to get very bad here.
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Silmaria 🏳️‍🌈 🏳️‍⚧️ @silmaria.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
Just saw an MPD SUV not just blocking the bike lane under the Franklin Ace-Hiawatha underpass, but forcing someone in a wheelchair to go backwards up the hill.
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Vince Mpls @vincempls.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
#OnThisDay July 20 1934: "Bloody Friday" in Minneapolis, as 45,000 workers are on strike. Without warning, police open fire at unarmed Teamsters trying to prevent trucks from moving in the Warehouse District. 67 picketers are wounded, most shot in the back, and 2 are killed.
black and white overhead photo, police lined up with shotguns on the left, workers in white shirts lined up on the right, railroad tracks set in wood planks separate the two groups.
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detached, bourgeois liberal @jkruzit.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
Saw the movie “The Invite” at the main cinema today. Recommend… I’d say 4 out of 5 stars. Seth Rogan’s whole brand seems to be chaos and yelling, and he does that in this film. That aside, worthwhile.
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detached, bourgeois liberal @jkruzit.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
Christ’s sake Pearll Warren so uniformed and unprepared to vote on Lyndale Avenue.
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Jason Chavez @jchavezmpls.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
Hey @richardcarlbom.bsky.social and @dfl.org! I’m noticing your silence on this. Are you going to condemn these attacks on Senator Fateh? Let me be very clear, calling Senator Fateh’s positions “extreme” is Islamophobia. Failing to address the rhetoric from this PAC is very telling.
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Bill Lindeke @blindeke.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
Reminder: I'm leading a free bike ride touting the history of water towers on Saturday. Any and all are welcome. tcsidewalks.blogspot.com/2026/07/note...
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Noteworthy Water Towers of Minneapolis and St. Paul Bicycle Tour on Saturday July 18th NEW DATE
[The two modern watertowers in St. Paul's Highland neighborhood.] Good news. I'm mustering the energy to do another local tour this summer! ...
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Peggy Flanagan @peggyflanagan.bsky.social · 11/07/2026
Nobody fights harder than Tina Smith. I'm honored to have earned her trust, and I will continue on in her footsteps.
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detached, bourgeois liberal @jkruzit.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
Wow… so the Minneapolis Downtown Improvement District has a survey asking if the DID should expand their scope to include downtown residents, and *pay* monthly for membership. We already have neighborhood groups, so it seems redundant.
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detached, bourgeois liberal @jkruzit.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
@startribune.com should have this.
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Robin for Ward 2 @robin4mpls.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
Last week, City Council approved several legislative directives I authored asking the Mayor to explain how things got so bad within MPD and his plan to turn things around– questions that residents deserve answers to. www.mprnews.org/episode/2026...
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As police leadership shifts, Minneapolis council seeks information on future of department
As the Minneapolis Police Department undergoes a leadership transition following former Chief Brian O'Hara's resignation, Minneapolis City Council member Robin Wonsley led other members in a request f...
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detached, bourgeois liberal @jkruzit.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
I am skeptical that Minneapolis will see any meaningful police reform in my lifetime. youtu.be/THDfzRTNfmE?...
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ACLU: Minneapolis police may still have excessive force issues
YouTube video by FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul
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Energy Chris 🚫🧊 @energychris.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
MPD is talking about how their reform is going on July 22 6-7:30. Please come and share what you think. content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MPL...
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You're Invited to our Community Event July 22: Your Voice, Our Next Steps: Partnering for Progress
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detached, bourgeois liberal @jkruzit.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
I'm going on record that O'Hara's misconduct will cost the city $5M once all of his harassment complaints are settled. Its disturbing that mayor #Frey renominated O'Hara knowing that misconduct complaints were underway. Kudos to Sawyer & Winter for this article. www.startribune.com/former-minne...
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Chief O’Hara misconduct probe cost Minneapolis taxpayers at least $127,000
City officials tapped a Minneapolis law firm to investigate Brian O’Hara following allegations of improper relationships with subordinates last year.
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Jason Chavez @jchavezmpls.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
The Minneapolis Police Department misused police coaching. 70% of Internal Affairs and 38% of Office of Police Conduct Review coaching cases in the historical backlog shouldn’t have been coaching at all. 1/ www.mprnews.org/story/2026/0...
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Report: Minneapolis misused police coaching
The report was issued by Effective Law Enforcement for All, the group responsible for monitoring the policing agreement between the city of Minneapolis and the state's human rights department.
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detached, bourgeois liberal @jkruzit.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
I wonder if Meuser is representing any of disgraced former Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara’s sexual harassment victims.
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Molly Jeffery, PhD MPP @mollyjeffery.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
If Michels can afford to pay off duty MPD to sit with them all day, then we are definitely paying them too much and should stop contracting with them.
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Peggy Flanagan @peggyflanagan.bsky.social · 20/06/2026
Congresswoman Craig stood by her vote for the Laken Riley Act while ICE was in the streets terrorizing Minnesotans. After Alex Pretti was killed, she was asked if she regretted her vote. She said no.
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detached, bourgeois liberal @jkruzit.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
Fair or not, it's this kind of news that informs my sense of what its like to live in outstate Minnesota. www.startribune.com/brother-plea...
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Brother pleads for leniency before sentencing of Minnesota man who drove drunk, killed their father
The man’s brother asked the court of leniency before a jail sentence was imposed.
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Ethan Pants (he/him) @ethanpants.northsky.social · 16/06/2026
RECALL FREY
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detached, bourgeois liberal @jkruzit.bsky.social · 12/06/2026
Anyone who is willing to discuss their medical issues and has UHC as their insurance provider will have an experience about how they were ripped off by UHC. app.startribune.com/story/601855...
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Report finds high denial rates at UnitedHealth, two other Medicare Advantage plans
The nation’s largest for-profit Medicare Advantage insurers denied pre-approval requests for post-hospital care 51% to 80% of the time, the study says. The industry says the findings paint a flawed pi...
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detached, bourgeois liberal @jkruzit.bsky.social · 07/06/2026
Pack of coyote babies at the northern end of Nicollet Island. June 7 at 12:55.
Pack of coyote babies on the northern end of Nicollet Island, along a shoreline
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detached, bourgeois liberal @jkruzit.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
The fraud perpetrated by United Healthcare doesn’t get enough attention here in Minnesota app.startribune.com/story/601852...
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Massachusetts attorney general’s lawsuit alleges $100M fraud by UnitedHealthcare
AG claims insurer pursued “growth-at-all-costs.” United calls the litigation meritless and inaccurate.
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Undead JTorg moans "We need more trains" @jtorg.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
*shrug* Maybe he should go police Wayzata where he'll feel safer and also more appreciated.
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Nate Pentz @natepentz.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
It should be noted that both Chief O'Hara and public safety commissioner Todd Barnette were both unable to answer why MPD is going over budget, Barnette wasn't even aware till 3rd quarter 2025. And despite that, both were nominated for another term by Mayor Frey. www.startribune.com/minneapolis-...
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Minneapolis police overtime is dragging down the entire city budget
The city’s rainy day fund is drying up as it spends more and collects less money.
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detached, bourgeois liberal @jkruzit.bsky.social · 30/05/2026
SMH in disgust @ a StarTribune LTE today overlooking and excusing former MPD Chief O’Hara’s (unsubstantiated and not necessarily dismissed) sexual harassment complaints.
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Aaron Blackshear @aaronblackshear.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
So O'Hara allegedly had sex with subordinates, destroyed evidence once he was being investigated, and had his personal driver intimidate the women into denying everything Given my experience with that asshole and how quickly he jumped into threats he's guilty as sin
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detached, bourgeois liberal @jkruzit.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
Lisa should listen to her daughter.
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