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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 14h

President Trump and OMB Director Russ Vought don’t understand federal workers – but we do. And we’ll keep fighting to protect the civil service from the admin’s unlawful attacks.

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We Hold These Truths @weholdtruths.bsky.social · 19h

“Protecting personal freedom means protecting democracy itself.” – Julianne Moore

When we stand up for one another, freedom wins.

Join us: weholdtruths.org

#WeHoldTheseTruths

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 18h

As Hispanic Heritage Month wraps during a turbulent time in our nation's history, we remain in solidarity w/ the incredible Hispanic and Latino leaders, community members, & everyday heroes who contribute so much to our country.

We'll continue fighting for a bold democracy that works for all of us.

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 20h

We’re suing the Social Security Administration for refusing to release records on widespread disruptions to essential benefits.

The gov't must be held accountable for degrading access to resources that 74 million Americans, especially seniors and people with disabilities, are entitled to.

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 21h

LIVE: Watch now as Rob Shriver, Managing Director of Civil Service Strong, joins Members of Congress and others to discuss our work to protect federal workers from being fired during the government shutdown.

Senator Chris Van Hollen @vanhollen.senate.gov · 21h

Trump and his cronies have been attacking our dedicated public servants from Day 1 — and now they're weaponizing Trump's shutdown to illegally fire more federal workers. We won't stand for it.

Tune in as my colleagues and I discuss how we're fighting back:

Van Hollen, colleagues rally against Trump's illegal attacks on federal workers

YouTube video by Senator Chris Van Hollen

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Skye Perryman @skyeperryman.bsky.social · 23h

Courage is contagious. Principles over politics.

NPR @npr.org · 1d

A Statement from NPR’s Editor in Chief on the Pentagon’s Press Policy.
Read More: www.npr.org/2025/10/13/g...

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 23h

There is no progress without struggle.

For centuries, people have fought, defended, and won their right to a free democracy and civil rights.

Never underestimate the power of people and the importance of peaceful action.

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 1d

"The Trump-Vance administration is more concerned about sowing chaos than in protecting and caring for the American people." - @skyeperryman.bsky.social on @weeknightmsnbc.bsky.social

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 1d

The Trump-Vance administration thinks changing Smithsonian exhibits will change the history they don’t like.

But as CEO @skyeperryman.bsky.social says, attempts to attack these institutions cannot erase the truth about the American story.

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 1d

"This is a White House that is using vulnerable communities as a ploy in the shutdown." - CEO @skyeperryman.bsky.social on ABC News Live

Video Special education impacted after Trump administration shutdown firings: Sources

CEO and President of Democracy Forward Skye Perryman joins ABC News Live to discuss how the shutdown is diminishing special education programs.

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 1d

This #IndigenousPeoplesDay, we are in solidarity with Native American, Alaska Native and Indigenous communities, and recommit to challenging systemic inequities at all levels to advance a more just democracy.

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 4d

Our CEO @skyeperryman.bsky.social joined @jaketapper.bsky.social on @cnn.com tonight to discuss our lawsuit against President Trump and Russ Vought following their illegal firings of federal workers during the government shutdown.

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 5d

President Trump and Elon Musk spent $15 billion to fire 200,000+ federal workers, and now 750,000 more are furloughed without pay.

This was never about efficiency – and we’re making sure everyone knows it.

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 4d

BREAKING: Court blocks Trump-Vance admin’s restrictions on health and housing grants.

This win safeguards critical services for survivors of domestic and sexual violence, LGBTQI+ youth, and unhoused communities.

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Skye Perryman @skyeperryman.bsky.social · 4d

We will see you in court.

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 4d

Civil servants show up every day for the American people. That’s why we show up in court to protect them.

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 5d

President Trump and Elon Musk spent $15 billion to fire 200,000+ federal workers, and now 750,000 more are furloughed without pay.

This was never about efficiency – and we’re making sure everyone knows it.

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Skye Perryman @skyeperryman.bsky.social · 5d

Today’s indictment of NY Attorney General Letitia James appears to be motivated out of a desire to punish anyone who dares to challenge or stand up to the President.

When the law is twisted for personal gain, every citizen’s freedom is at risk.

My full statement ⬇️

Statement by Democracy Forward President & CEO Skye Perryman on President Trump’s Targeting of New York Attorney General Letitia James: - Democracy Forward

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Skye Perryman @skyeperryman.bsky.social · 5d

At @democracyforward.org, we refuse to let book bans become normalized.

Freedom of expression is fundamental to the promise of democracy. And we are committed to protecting it.

Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 5d

Here's how we're fighting book bans in court 📚 ➡️
#BannedBooksWeek

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 5d

We’re investigating the Trump-Vance admin’s “compacts” that would give nine universities preferential treatment and funding in exchange for implementing measures that align with the admin’s ideological agenda.

“This appears to be nothing short of political extortion.” - @skyeperryman.bsky.social

Trump Administration Asks Colleges to Sign ‘Compact’ to Get Funding Preference

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 5d

Here's how we're fighting book bans in court 📚 ➡️
#BannedBooksWeek

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 5d

Wear your support for federal workers loud and proud with our new merch.

Your purchase helps fund our work fighting for the nonpartisan civil service in and out of the courtroom.

🛍️ store.democracyforward.org/civil-servic...

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 5d

Great minds think alike! This week, we submitted a FOIA request to compel the release of all raw footage from ICE’s raid at an apartment complex in Chicago.

This is the first step to get justice for the unlawful actions of the Trump-Vance admin.

George Takei @georgetakei.bsky.social · 8d

Someone should do a FOIA request for the raw footage of the videos they took of that Chicago raid and then edited into a fascist ad for ICE.

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Skye Perryman @skyeperryman.bsky.social · 6d

President Trump wishes the courts would stop functioning during the shutdown – but we’ll continue showing up every day to fight for people and communities.

I joined @legalafmtn.bsky.social with the latest on @democracyforward.org's lawsuits:

Trump TRAPPED as LAWSUIT DEMANDS WH Bribe VIDEO RELEASE

YouTube video by Legal AF

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 6d

The American people are fed up with the authoritarian threat to our democracy.

CEO @skyeperryman.bsky.social joined @themts.bsky.social to discuss how we're holding the Trump-Vance admin accountable in court: youtube.com/live/gVMsW0OJRRk?si=pX9xWktXyHRb7dfW&t=1879

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