Dan Freeman

When the DNC talks to media about litigation, we send a lawyer to explain how we’re protecting voting rights. When the RNC talks to media about litigation, they send a flack to explain how they’re chasing conspiracy theories. localnewslive.com/2026/04/11/nat…

Ok, back into the arena. You win @shelbylcole / @TheDemocrats.

DOJ Voting Section is hiring! (As are several other components of the Civil Rights Division.) Applications close on 2/21. justice.gov/legal-careers/…

@Fancyrosa Where will the Gen Z versions of us find paper towels at non-bodega prices?!

Half the fun of watching The Americans is laughing about the NYC locations that don’t look at all like DC. (Yes, I’m offering my hot take on TV shows that have been off the air for years. How’s your pandemic going?)

The Voting Section at DOJ is hiring experienced attorneys. Please spread the news (and apply). usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDet…

@jeffiel wrote a book! amazon.com/Ask-Your-Devel… @helenewecker wrote a book! amzn.to/2LC4xKN. I leave you to figure out where you fall on the ideal reader Venn Diagram. (Or just buy both. That’s what I did.)

@alvarombedoya @JDouglasWilson @burstofbeaden @macbarnett Also Triangle, Square, and Circle are great Barnett/Klassen collabs.

@alvarombedoya @JDouglasWilson @burstofbeaden @macbarnett Among the Elephant and Piggie books, We Are In a Book is extra delightful. Nannette’s Baguette is another great Mo Willem.

If you recognize these two little dudes, you’ve read the amazing The Wolf, The Duck & The Mouse. Can anyone recommend another kids’ book that is (a) hilarious, (b) fun to read, and (c) full of wonder / magical realism?

@Fancyrosa All the Elephant 6 bands? So much 90s indie. Everyone is so fragile.

@jeffiel Dislike. Dislike so much.

@coreyholman @GordonAChaffin @barredindc @730_DC Interesting. The District communicated that they “align” with census tracts. If they’re combined tracts, then they’re still arbitrary (per the complaints about the map). And agreed re new development. Perhaps just a big asterisk for the 13-18 margins of error and move on.

@coreyholman @GordonAChaffin @barredindc @730_DC I’m pretty sure they’re just individual tracts. Not going to get into a methodological discussion of the relative benefits of using 2010 enumeration versus 2013-2018 5-yr estimates for single tracts 10 years after 2010 census day, much as I want to. But worth a thought.

Song of the day is this fantastic arrangement of What a Wonderful World by @JonBatiste. The world can be wonderful even when it’s quiet, or even when it’s difficult. Enjoy, friends. youtu.be/9542BuRJq6k.

A lovely and timely song for your Monday morning. Hadn’t been familiar with @jamiecullum. Here’s hoping we turn the corner in Week 7. Be safe and take care of yourself. youtu.be/WEk4eXehhQc

@alopez_pdx @GordonAChaffin I like it, a lot, but (a) why stop at 7th going west and (b) wouldn’t it be nice to be able to get onto that bike lane safely from eastern downtown, above or below K?

@alvarombedoya Catastrophe is solid gold. 👍

Parental Service Announcement: here are TV shows that you can sneak in at night in the 20-30 mins before brain turns off - Kim’s Convenience (Netflix) - Workin’ Moms (Netflix) - Better Things (FX) - Catastrophe (Prime)

@efcmitchell @GordonAChaffin How about Immaculate Conception Catholic Church’s parking lot at 8th and O?

@BrianneKNadeau Thank you for your hard work and tough stand. And thank you for not giving up.

My full statement and remarks from today: brianneknadeau.com/updates/update…

Today I withdrew proposed legislation to revive the planning & community engagement process for the street safety project on 9th St NW. I truly believe that this bill represents a strong compromise that respects the daily uses of existing institutions and enhances safety for all.