Swampscott Racial Justice Action Group @swampacottrjag.bsky.social · 23/09/2026Looks like the Swampscott Police Department never had a policy for officers regarding access to Lynn’s Flock system in the first place. Abuse is what happens when you give people in power access to surveillance systems with no controls. #mapoli 100
Swampscott Racial Justice Action Group @swampacottrjag.bsky.social · 05/09/2026Cc @latenightafa.bsky.social 010
Swampscott Racial Justice Action Group @swampacottrjag.bsky.social · 05/09/2026Swampscott does not have any Flock cameras in town, but apparently that doesn’t stop its police officers from abusing the access to Lynn cameras that they do have. #fuckflock itemlive.com/2026/09/04/s...itemlive.comSwampscott cop put on leave following Flock investigationSWAMPSCOTT — A Swampscott Police officer has been placed on paid administrative leave after the department was notified of concerns involving possible misuse of Lynn’s Flock license-plate reader syste... 121
Reposted by Swampscott Racial Justice Action GroupZofia @zo-fia.bsky.social · 20/08/2026Is there a use for these things that *isn't* cops stalking women? Because it seems like that's all they use them for 0268
Reposted by Swampscott Racial Justice Action GroupLate Night Anti-Fascists @latenightafa.bsky.social · 20/08/2026NEW Aug 19 2026 - Lynn, MA Lynn officers investigated for misuse of Flock camerasitemlive.comLynn officers investigated for misuse of Flock camerasLYNN — Two Lynn police officers have been placed on paid administrative leave after an audit of the department’s Flock license-plate reader system uncovered a “concerning pattern” in some searches. Re... 1126
Swampscott Racial Justice Action Group @swampacottrjag.bsky.social · 05/06/2026Genuine kudos to Rep. Moulton (or more likely his staff) for calling out specifically that the preservation effort around the General Glover Farmhouse should be about honoring the legacy of his racially, ethnically, and economically diverse crew of mariners in addition to the General himself. 111
Swampscott Racial Justice Action Group @swampacottrjag.bsky.social · 04/06/2026Guess how many times this article mentioned that Glover’s Regiment was made up of a racially diverse crew? Go on…guess. We’ll wait… 100
Reposted by Swampscott Racial Justice Action GroupSwampscott Racial Justice Action Group @swampacottrjag.bsky.social · 22/05/2026Are “Representative” Town Meeting Members supposed to represent others in their precinct or simply be a representative sample of their precinct? Either way, the question stands: #mapoli swampscottrjag.medium.com/how-represen...swampscottrjag.medium.comHow Representative is Swampscott’s “Representative” Town Meeting?In Massachusetts, 292 of the 351 municipalities have a town form of governance. These towns are required to have at minimum an Annual Town… 121
Swampscott Racial Justice Action Group @swampacottrjag.bsky.social · 22/05/2026Are “Representative” Town Meeting Members supposed to represent others in their precinct or simply be a representative sample of their precinct? Either way, the question stands: #mapoli swampscottrjag.medium.com/how-represen...swampscottrjag.medium.comHow Representative is Swampscott’s “Representative” Town Meeting?In Massachusetts, 292 of the 351 municipalities have a town form of governance. These towns are required to have at minimum an Annual Town… 121
Swampscott Racial Justice Action Group @swampacottrjag.bsky.social · 05/05/2026Preserving history or erasing it? You decide. An important discussion for the 250th anniversary. #mapoli swampscottrjag.medium.com/the-history-...swampscottrjag.medium.comThe history that the Save the Glover campaign won’t tell you.The Save the Glover campaign has been working to keep the home of Revolutionary War General John Glover from being demolished amid… 030
Swampscott Racial Justice Action Group @swampacottrjag.bsky.social · 30/03/2026www.bostonglobe.com/2026/03/20/a...bostonglobe.comA new PBS doc explores how politicians use race to make Americans ‘White with Fear’ - The Boston GlobeSteve Bannon, Hillary Clinton, and more weigh in on the tactic of using race-based fear to get votes. 000
Swampscott Racial Justice Action Group @swampacottrjag.bsky.social · 29/03/2026No Kings from Swampscott today. #nokings #fuckice 010
Swampscott Racial Justice Action Group @swampacottrjag.bsky.social · 19/03/2026It’s been frustrating watching the Swampscott Historical Society and local journalism ignore the irony that they are trying to celebrate the man who created the first racially integrated military unit while not asking why we are not as racially diverse today. swampscotttides.org/featured/swa...swampscotttides.orgSwampscott Backs Preservation of Revolutionary War Hero’s Farmhouse as Development Moves AheadThe Swampscott Select Board expressed its initial support, and push for a more clear business plan, in the preservation efforts for Gen. John Glover’s farmhouse as development plans continue to mov… 100
Swampscott Racial Justice Action Group @swampacottrjag.bsky.social · 19/03/2026The headline should read “Despite strong words in the previously issued proclamation, Swampscott does not signal intent to do much of anything.” swampscotttides.org/news/swampsc...swampscotttides.orgSwampscott Weighs Stronger Limits on ICE as Police Policy Review BeginsSwampscott has begun the process of revising its policy on Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the Police Department’s role in related actions, following efforts by Police Chief Ruben Que… 100
Swampscott Racial Justice Action Group @swampacottrjag.bsky.social · 14/03/2026New from the AG. www.mass.gov/forms/report...mass.govReport misconduct by federal agentsUse this form to report potentially unlawful action or misconduct by ICE or other federal agents enforcing immigration laws 000
Swampscott Racial Justice Action Group @swampacottrjag.bsky.social · 14/03/2026It’s great that the Swampscott Police Department will honor their legal obligation to not assist the DHS in any immigration enforcement activities. We are at the point though, that stating you will follow state law is met with adulation. #mapoli 130
Swampscott Racial Justice Action Group @swampacottrjag.bsky.social · 10/03/2026How school districts like Swampscott remain relatively segregated medium.com/p/how-school...medium.comHow school districts like Swampscott remain relatively segregatedRecently, the Swampscott School Committee opened a public hearing on whether the district should take part in the state’s Inter-District… 011
Swampscott Racial Justice Action Group @swampacottrjag.bsky.social · 05/03/2026The Swampscott Select Board discussed potential actions around immigration enforcement at last night's meeting. Summary in thread. The big takeaway is that local PDs do not see themselves as the entity that is there to protect residents from federal harm. www.youtube.com/watch?v=7OVH...youtube.comSelect Board Meeting - March 4, 2026YouTube video by Town of Swampscott 100
Swampscott Racial Justice Action Group @swampacottrjag.bsky.social · 20/01/2026There has been lots of discussion on social media and in the news lately about the role of Private Equity in the housing market. But what effect does PE have in Swampscott? The answer may surprise you... #mapoli swampscottrjag.medium.com/private-equi...swampscottrjag.medium.comPrivate Equity and Housing Affordability in SwampscottPeople have been feeling the pressures of how unaffordable housing is more and more over the past decade with a disproportionate amount… 020
Swampscott Racial Justice Action Group @swampacottrjag.bsky.social · 10/01/2026Protests against ICE happening today at 12 in Salem and 3 in Marblehead. Get out there. Hey, hey, ho, ho, These fucking chads have got to go! Link to all events and locations: www.mobilize.us/map/?tag_ids...mobilize.usVolunteer Opportunities, Events, and Petitions Near Me · MobilizeCreate change in your community. Find events, petitions, volunteer opportunities, and fundraisers in your local area, organized by charities, campaigns, political organizations, grassroots groups, and... 120
Swampscott Racial Justice Action Group @swampacottrjag.bsky.social · 04/12/2025Though it was viewed as “radical“ in 2018, “Abolish ICE” has now become a fairly moderate position with over half of Americans surveyed saying ICE has gone too far. maristpoll.marist.edu/wp-content/u... 030
Swampscott Racial Justice Action Group @swampacottrjag.bsky.social · 13/11/2025Asking basic questions on whether the district is continuing metrics from its CORE program is going about as well as one would expect… sites.google.com/swampscott.k... 120
Swampscott Racial Justice Action Group @swampacottrjag.bsky.social · 08/11/2025In previous years there have been reported gaps in levels of inclusion and belonging amongst students, but with all this talk of metrics, that seems to have just disappeared from the Swampscott School District’s focus areas. swampscotttides.org/featured/swa...swampscotttides.orgSwampscott School Committee Approves Superintendent’s GoalsSuperintendent Jason Calichman sits in his old Middle School office || Monica Sager In a brief meeting held on Thursday, November 6, the Swampscott School Committee voted 4–1 to approve Superintend… 010
Reposted by Swampscott Racial Justice Action GroupStoned Feminist 👻 Spooky Version @ladylinds.bsky.social · 07/11/2025Fuck ICE and Fitchburg PD. We have laws in this state that say cops are not supposed to assist ICE. Nevermind that they did nothing to help that man during a medical event.wcvb.comICE agents take mother into custody during hostile arrest in FitchburgThe Fitchburg Police Department says its assistance was requested twice by ICE agents during a raid in the city Thursday morning. 716064
Swampscott Racial Justice Action Group @swampacottrjag.bsky.social · 26/10/2025Again, the person who attacked him seems to be a fan of Trump and not even remotely “liberal” by all accounts, but his entire identity seems wrapped up in being a victim to “the violent left” at this point so he’s just going to try and post through it. 010
Swampscott Racial Justice Action Group @swampacottrjag.bsky.social · 23/10/2025Because this story is making the rounds and because people are trying to pin this on the No Kings attendees… it is pretty easy to find the man who attacked the other man in the inflatable trump outfit on social media. He appears to also be a Trump supporter. www.wcvb.com/article/man-...wcvb.comMan dressed in Trump costume allegedly assaulted at 'No Kings' protestA man dressed in a Donald Trump costume was allegedly assualted by another man during a 'No Kings' rally in Swampscott, Massachusetts. 100
Swampscott Racial Justice Action Group @swampacottrjag.bsky.social · 19/10/2025The great thing about local Facebook group posts casually posting something like a picture or video of the No Kings rally today in Swampscott is that it gives you a good block list in that group to make your online experience better. 100
Swampscott Racial Justice Action Group @swampacottrjag.bsky.social · 18/10/2025No Kings Swampscott is underway at the Monument. 0115
Swampscott Racial Justice Action Group @swampacottrjag.bsky.social · 15/10/2025Racism is a political policy choice. This is why those here on the North Shore of MA who descended from Irish and Italian immigrants do not find themselves oppressed despite historic discrimination. www.politico.com/news/2025/10...politico.com‘I love Hitler’: Leaked messages expose Young Republicans’ racist chatThousands of private messages reveal young GOP leaders joking about gas chambers, slavery and rape. 111
Swampscott Racial Justice Action Group @swampacottrjag.bsky.social · 18/09/2025It’s worth a reminder that what bigoted social media influencers and their followers call “debate” is really just a way to create, often highly edited, hate-based content for like-minded viewers. We have had this show up in our history here in Swampscott. jewishjournal.org/2022/11/23/s...jewishjournal.orgShe has Jewish relatives. And she’s the state’s Holocaust denier-in-chief - Jewish JournalMeet Dianna Ploss, the demagogue next door. Unsuccessful candidate for governor of “Mass-a-JEW-setts,” as she phrases it. Holocaust denier and alt-right extremist. In her telling, Jews, Israel, and th... 111
Swampscott Racial Justice Action Group @swampacottrjag.bsky.social · 11/09/2025Violent events are always tragic, but maybe our local governments shouldn’t put our flags to half mast for a victim of it who often encouraged violence and had no redeeming qualities. Cc @massgovernor.bsky.social 110
Swampscott Racial Justice Action Group @swampacottrjag.bsky.social · 08/09/2025Why is it important to allow for more housing, especially multi-family housing, to be built in your town? Well part of it is to save democracy, and unfortunately that isn’t hyperbole or “partisan” to say right now. #mapoli www.hks.harvard.edu/faculty-rese...hks.harvard.eduExplainer: Understanding the mid-decade redistricting push in TexasPowerful new techniques and a partisan environment are influencing congressional redistricting by Texas Republicans, Benjamin Schneer explains. Schneer is a faculty member at Harvard Kennedy School. 131
Swampscott Racial Justice Action Group @swampacottrjag.bsky.social · 06/09/2025People sure like to complain about bike lanes. “Bike lanes” have become code for “woke liberal nonsense” and to some they are even part of a global conspiracy focused on evil communist control (sadly, not a joke). 130
Swampscott Racial Justice Action Group @swampacottrjag.bsky.social · 27/08/2025The executive summary from Swampscott’s DEI consulting engagement (or at least the slides portion) is now available to the public via the town’s website. This is 3 months after it was presented to the Select Board. www.swampscottma.gov/sites/g/file...swampscottma.gov 100
Swampscott Racial Justice Action Group @swampacottrjag.bsky.social · 03/08/2025Only the classiest individuals in the Swampscott area follow this account. 000
Swampscott Racial Justice Action Group @swampacottrjag.bsky.social · 17/07/2025In Swampscott, we only allow housing with 4 or more units on 0.5% of our land. With the MBTA Communities Act, we might raise that to 1%. The state average is a paltry 4%. Tedesco takes up 7.4% of our land in Swampscott. www.bostonglobe.com/2025/07/17/b...bostonglobe.com96 percent of Massachusetts is off limits to most apartment buildings. Some hope a new map will change that. - The Boston GlobeThe Massachusetts Zoning Atlas is part of a broader effort to document the zoning of every state in the United States. 101
Swampscott Racial Justice Action Group @swampacottrjag.bsky.social · 09/07/2025“Swampscott is just the buffer between Marblehead and Lynn” is an old joke people used to say as a way to denigrate people who live in Lynn. To be clear, the subtext of the joke is racist and classist. #mapoli marbleheadcurrent.org/2025/07/08/b...marbleheadcurrent.orgBREAKING NEWS: Marblehead voters overturn multifamily housing zoning - Marblehead CurrentMarblehead’s voters Tuesday overturned state-mandated multifamily housing overlay districts approved at May’s Town Meeting, with 6,939 of 16,732 registered voters turning out to reject the measure 3,6... 122
Swampscott Racial Justice Action Group @swampacottrjag.bsky.social · 07/07/2025The Swampscott Police Department is starting a “Peace Officer” training program soon in a perhaps well intentioned, but misguided effort to improve the department. 111
Reposted by Swampscott Racial Justice Action GroupBrandon Friedman @brandonfriedman.bsky.social · 02/07/2025Christ, I just went down this rabbit hole and there is a LOT 10533251386
Swampscott Racial Justice Action Group @swampacottrjag.bsky.social · 09/05/2025As if climate activists didn’t have enough overwhelming anxiety about the future. #mapoli www.wbur.org/news/2025/05...wbur.orgBoston-area climate activists report visits from the FBILocal climate activists are on edge after people claiming to be FBI agents visited at least six at their homes on the same day in Greater Boston in March. Weeks later, the motivations behind these vis... 000
Swampscott Racial Justice Action Group @swampacottrjag.bsky.social · 29/04/2025Just Swampscott and the boys doing town things back in the early 1900s. #yimby #systemicracism 122
