Mobile App for ICE Checkpoints?
From: Celso Mireles <celso.mireles@gmail.com> Hi Folks, Glad to see new energy around this idea of using technology to fight back against an oppressive system. I started an open source project to see if there was interest in developing an app that provides real-time verified alerts about immigration raids to people. I've gone through a couple of iterations of this idea. I'm sure I'm not the only or first one to think of something like this, but I first came across this idea while working at United We Dream and collaborating with MIT's Center for Civic Media on a project called Undocutech <https://www.facebook.com/undocutech>. Then the idea resurfaced while I was helping build some online infrastructure for Movimiento Cosecha <http://www.lahuelga.com/>. I started working on a prototype using Meteor.js, but felt discouraged by the lack of interest and haven't really worked on it. A couple of months ago, I refactored the prototype to use React.js, a modern front-end framework. That project is currently open-sourced, and on Github:* https://github.com/Cosecha/redadalertas <https://github.com/Cosecha/redadalertas>* Open-sourcing it was an attempt at gaining attention/energy, and help in developing the project. However, considering the sensitivity of the subject, a serious solution would most likely need to be developed in private. I've already been faced with questions/concerns about the security of open sourcing an app like this. I've also realized through some iterations of a solution, that a mobile app is not really necessary. The core functionality of something like this can be accomplished with SMS. If anything, a web app can be used to present the data about where raids are happening. And that would allow for less attack vectors if there is no website, or app, to hack into. I must also admit that I'm not much of an organizer (or salesperson), so I never put prototypes in front of people to validate and get feedback from the people this solution would serve. For a project like this, more that just developers and designers would be needed: - Project Managers - Organizers to train people on using the tech, and work orgs on pushing it to the public - Fundraisers - Maybe some lawyers to at least be conscious of the legal lines something like this would blur A bit about myself: Born in Mexico, I've grown up in Phoenix since I was four. I'm currently a DACAmented person, and work as a full stack developer. I started out in the movement in 2009 while attending Arizona State University. After graduating, and being a farm-hand while having a Business Management degree for a few summers, I decided to go back to the city of Phoenix and start a business repairing computers. My involvement in the movement also led me to pick up graphic design skills, website skills, mainly because it was needed and I would volunteer for that kind of stuff. I eventually served as Online Coordinator for United We Dream around the time we started asking for administrative relief. While at United We Dream, I had the honor to meet Aaron Swartz (RIP) while he was at ThoughWorks. I remember him telling us about our ideas for apps (paraphrased) "Don't worry about whether it's technically possible. If the movement needs it, I can build it for you." That blew my mind. It inspired me to continue into my passion of design and technology. I moonlit some online courses for a year, then decided to be a freelance web developer to accelerate my learning. I did that for a couple of years. It's been a tough road, but I recently got a job as a web developer, where I am learning even faster, and want to put that knowledge to good use. And I think the time is right. I look forward to seeing something come to fruition. Cheers, Celso
On 02/13/2017 08:58 AM, Someone calling themselves "Yosem Companys" wrote: [Redacted] Contacted Yosem, and also sent a note to abuse @gmail regarding <celso.mireles@gmail.com <mailto:celso.mireles@gmail.com>>
On Mon, Feb 13, 2017 at 4:31 PM, Razer <g2s@riseup.net> wrote: On 02/13/2017 08:58 AM, Someone calling themselves "Yosem Companys" wrote:
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Contacted Yosem, and also sent a note to abuse @gmail regarding < celso.mireles@gmail.com>
Sorry, Razer, but it's probably a mistake. Celso Salinas-Mireles is an immigration rights activist and coder , not an abuser. And Yosem is a person that I do love and respect a lot. He's a person zillions of times better than me in all possible senses.
On 02/13/2017 10:40 AM, Cecilia Tanaka wrote:
Sorry, Razer, but it's probably a mistake. Celso Salinas-Mireles is an immigration rights activist and coder , not an abuser. And Yosem is a person that I do love and respect a lot. He's a person zillions of times better than me in all possible senses.
What of it? "Someone calling themselves "Yosem Companys" (who isn't) wrote:" And there's no fucking way that could be an accident.
On Mon, Feb 13, 2017 at 5:00 PM, Razer <g2s@riseup.net> wrote: On 02/13/2017 10:40 AM, Cecilia Tanaka wrote:
Sorry, Razer, but it's probably a mistake. Celso Salinas-Mireles is an immigration rights activist and coder , not an abuser. And Yosem is a person that I do love and respect a lot. He's a person zillions of times better than me in all possible senses.
What of it? "Someone calling themselves "Yosem Companys" (who isn't) wrote:"
And there's no fucking way that could be an accident.
You need to remember that there are people using your account and other persons to annoy me. They're probably doing the same with you, but it was *not* Yosem or Celso's guilt. Both are innocent. You did *not* receive a Celso's message, dear. He's an immigration rights activists, what annoys some trolls. He's suffering bullying and harassment exactly like us.
I am Yosem Companys. I am a Researcher at Stanford University and an Associate Director at UCSB. I run Stanford Liberationtech. I am one of the moderators of the Liberationtech list, and one of the people who posts on our @Liberationtech Twitter account. So I am a real person despite my unusual name. My last name is a Catalan last name. My first name is a variant of the Catalan Josep Maria. You may look me up on LinkedIn. Celso is also a real person. I thought folks on this list might be interested in the work Celso is doing. On Mon, Feb 13, 2017 at 1:23 PM, Cecilia Tanaka <cecilia.tanaka@gmail.com> wrote:
On Mon, Feb 13, 2017 at 5:00 PM, Razer <g2s@riseup.net> wrote:
On 02/13/2017 10:40 AM, Cecilia Tanaka wrote:
Sorry, Razer, but it's probably a mistake. Celso Salinas-Mireles is an immigration rights activist and coder , not an abuser. And Yosem is a person that I do love and respect a lot. He's a person zillions of times better than me in all possible senses.
What of it? "Someone calling themselves "Yosem Companys" (who isn't) wrote:"
And there's no fucking way that could be an accident.
You need to remember that there are people using your account and other persons to annoy me.
They're probably doing the same with you, but it was *not* Yosem or Celso's guilt. Both are innocent. You did *not* receive a Celso's message, dear. He's an immigration rights activists, what annoys some trolls. He's suffering bullying and harassment exactly like us.
On Mon, Feb 13, 2017 at 8:02 PM, Yosem Companys <ycompanys@gmail.com> wrote:
I am Yosem Companys. I am a Researcher at Stanford University and an Associate Director at UCSB. I run Stanford Liberationtech. I am one of the moderators of the Liberationtech list, and one of the people who posts on our @Liberationtech Twitter account. So I am a real person despite my unusual name. My last name is a Catalan last name. My first name is a variant of the Catalan Josep Maria. You may look me up on LinkedIn. Celso is also a real person. I thought folks on this list might be interested in the work Celso is doing.
Oh, you know I love you and your name! :) The problem is a bit complex, my dear. I will explain it in private. Kisses, take care! <3
Thank you for your original post, and don't worry about the trolls. Here's a little saying I learned back at university: The things that matter at all, matter to those who matter, 'tis all; the matter of those not seeing what matters don't matter, their matters don't matter! Stay true to yourself in the matters that matter, for all matters pursued ought matter. Anon. Your contribution was appreciated, and know that you -never- need to justify such contributions around here ... right on topic, and always welcome. Have a great one :) On Mon, Feb 13, 2017 at 02:02:25PM -0800, Yosem Companys wrote:
I am Yosem Companys. I am a Researcher at Stanford University and an Associate Director at UCSB. I run Stanford Liberationtech. I am one of the moderators of the Liberationtech list, and one of the people who posts on our @Liberationtech Twitter account. So I am a real person despite my unusual name. My last name is a Catalan last name. My first name is a variant of the Catalan Josep Maria. You may look me up on LinkedIn. Celso is also a real person. I thought folks on this list might be interested in the work Celso is doing.
On Mon, Feb 13, 2017 at 1:23 PM, Cecilia Tanaka <cecilia.tanaka@gmail.com> wrote:
On Mon, Feb 13, 2017 at 5:00 PM, Razer <g2s@riseup.net> wrote:
On 02/13/2017 10:40 AM, Cecilia Tanaka wrote:
Sorry, Razer, but it's probably a mistake. Celso Salinas-Mireles is an immigration rights activist and coder , not an abuser. And Yosem is a person that I do love and respect a lot. He's a person zillions of times better than me in all possible senses.
What of it? "Someone calling themselves "Yosem Companys" (who isn't) wrote:"
And there's no fucking way that could be an accident.
You need to remember that there are people using your account and other persons to annoy me.
They're probably doing the same with you, but it was *not* Yosem or Celso's guilt. Both are innocent. You did *not* receive a Celso's message, dear. He's an immigration rights activists, what annoys some trolls. He's suffering bullying and harassment exactly like us.
On Mon, Feb 13, 2017 at 7:23 PM, Cecilia Tanaka <cecilia.tanaka@gmail.com> wrote:
On Mon, Feb 13, 2017 at 5:00 PM, Razer <g2s@riseup.net> wrote:
On 02/13/2017 10:40 AM, Cecilia Tanaka wrote:
Sorry, Razer, but it's probably a mistake. Celso Salinas-Mireles is an immigration rights activist and coder , not an abuser. And Yosem is a person that I do love and respect a lot. He's a person zillions of times better than me in all possible senses.
What of it? "Someone calling themselves "Yosem Companys" (who isn't) wrote:"
And there's no fucking way that could be an accident.
You need to remember that there are people using your account and other persons to annoy me.
They're probably doing the same with you, but it was *not* Yosem or Celso's guilt. Both are innocent. You did *not* receive a Celso's message, dear. He's an immigration rights activists, what annoys some trolls. He's suffering bullying and harassment exactly like us.
Ugh! Sorry, tried to send a fast message and killed the poor Grammar! (>.<)* Well, was just telling you to take care before judging a person. You reported the wrong person, dear. Celso's innocent. A troll used his name and Yosem's to annoy you, Yosem and Celso at same time. Try to talk to Celso, please. He understands English and also Spanish, if you prefer. The trolls who are disturbing us only speak English and are too stupid to notice Google's translations mistakes. Take care.
On Mon, 13 Feb 2017 10:31:16 -0800 Razer <g2s@riseup.net> wrote:
sent a note to abuse @gmail regarding <celso.mireles@gmail.com <mailto:celso.mireles@gmail.com>>
"Someone calling themselves "Yosem Companys" (who isn't)
the rayzer, like a good nazi robot, 'reporting' people for the 'authorities' to execute or censor. but the rayzer is not just a nazi, he's a totally retarded nazi. So he got the 'reporting' wrong. Well, this typical of nazi spies actually.
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Zenaan Harkness