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Zaynab Mohamed @zaynabmmohamed.bsky.social · 5h

We’re officially in the third week of a government shutdown, and federal workers continue to have to show up to work every day without pay.

@emmagreenman.bsky.social, @aurinmpls.bsky.social and I are calling on Republicans to return to DC, negotiate with Democrats, and end this shutdown.

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Doron Clark @doronclark.bsky.social · 2h

I am regularly asked, “What should I be doing to help right now?” I always suggest three things:
1) Talk to your neighbors and express your disgust
2) Get training on you and your neighbors rights (see the Unidos training graphics)
3) Attend an in-person protest. Go to No Kings on Saturday Oct 18.

Monarca
Upstander Training | Prospect Park
Thursday, October 23, 2025 at 6:30PM

Months into the Trump administration, we are seeing a growing wave executive orders, and policies aimed at targeting and deporting millions especially in states like ours. Agencies are showing up in neighborhoods, workplaces, and schools. We are coming together to build power, stand with our neighbors, and shine a light on these injustices.

Registered to attend our Minneapolis training - location details, provided in registration.

• Learn how to support immigrant communities
• Become part of Unidos’ rapid response network.
• Ensure no one faces this threat alone.

http://bit.ly/RRT1023

Monarca
Upstander Training | Dinkytown
Thursday, October 30, 2025 at 6:30PM

Months into the Trump administration, we are seeing a growing wave executive orders, and policies aimed at targeting and deporting millions especially in states like ours. Agencies are showing up in neighborhoods, workplaces, and schools. We are coming together to build power, stand with our neighbors, and shine a light on these injustices.

Registered to attend our Minneapolis training - location details, provided in registration.

• Learn how to support immigrant communities
• Become part of Unidos’ rapid response network.
• Ensure no one faces this threat alone.

http://bit.ly/RRT1030

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Rick Steves @ricksteves.bsky.social · 20h

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Last June, more than 5 million Americans joined #NoKings rallies across the country, protesting President Trump's authoritarianism. And this Saturday, with your help, it's going to be even bigger and better.

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daviss @chaddavis.photography · 1d

More from today's initial light rail vehicle roll down the Southwest LRT route. Construction began in 2018 and Metro Transit says passengers will ride in 2027. Over the Kenilworth Channel, leaving W Lake St Station, arriving at W 21st St Station, exiting the Kenilworth tunnel.

light rail train over the Kenilworth Channel

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Doron Clark @doronclark.bsky.social · 1d

Link works!

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Jason Chavez @jchavezmpls.bsky.social · 1d

I hope to see you on at my 30th birthday fundraiser on October 17 at 6PM.We will be at Arbeiter Brewing Company (3038 Minnehaha Ave).

We’re still looking for more co-hosts who can contribute $100. But you can see our current list of incredible co-hosts!

secure.actblue.com/donate/chave...

You are invited to Jason's 30th BIRTHDAY PARTY
AND FUNDRAISER

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 17TH | 6:00PM
Arbeiter Brewing Company
3058 Minnehaha Ave
Host Committee In Progress

Alex Tsatsoulis
Andrew Beeman
Andy Pearson
Kristen Womack
Junior Avalos
Joy Marsh
Ian Brauer
Tiffany T Kurtz
Sheila Delaney
CM Aaron Wagner
CM Aurin Chowdhury
Michael Wilson
Sonya Ewert
Qannani Omar
Akhilesh Menawat
Aurora Vautrin
Deborah Kitzmann
Stephen Kriz
Jason McGrath
Stacey Burns
Danielle Kasprzak
Britta Babel
Jessica Intermill
CM Robin Wonsley

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Doron Clark @doronclark.bsky.social · 1d

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Rick Steves @ricksteves.bsky.social · 5d

Thread:

A year ago yesterday was a very happy day for me. I had lost my prostate. It was good riddance, as it was riddled with cancer. I’m now cancer-free — and thankful for the tax-funded technology that saved my life.

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Doron Clark @doronclark.bsky.social · 7d

Good work!

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Doron Clark @doronclark.bsky.social · 7d

Moon!

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Ms. K tweets 🍉 @whatmsksaid.bsky.social · 10d

Alycat, a beloved member of our Minneapolis trans & organizing community, is celebrating her 50th birthday & needs some mutual aid support for rent & living expenses

goal: $1,000

she shows up for us, lets show up for her ✊❤️

text: Alycat, a beloved member of our Minneapolis trans & organizing community, is celebrating her 50th birthday & needs some mutual aid support

images: pic w/ Alyssa, puppy, and lil girl; a yellow cat gif

text: goal $1,000

venmo: @kaytie-kamphoff
PayPal: kaytie.kamphoff@gmail.com

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Doron Clark @doronclark.bsky.social · 10d

I was most impressed by the rafter of turkeys on the southern edge of Prospect Park during the race. They were formidable.

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Doron Clark @doronclark.bsky.social · 11d

Lots of great conversations in Monticello. Good to see so many @afscme.bsky.social friends out supporting Louis McNutt!

A group of people posing with Louis McNutt. Some of the people are holding Louis McNutt for Minnesota Senate signs.

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Doron Clark @doronclark.bsky.social · 11d

Another fine day at the Northeast Farmers Market!

Mark your calendar: next Saturday October 11th is the last market of the year. And, it serves as a fundraiser to keep the market running.

Several white tents filled with produce at a farmers market. There are people standing in.

A chalkboard with the words “Last market day: October 11. Join us for fall fest. soup and cider. My fundraiser for Northeast farmers market.”

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Senator Doron Clark @senatordoronclark.bsky.social · 12d

It’s as simple as this: Republicans are in control and they chose to shut down the federal government.

Republicans control every branch of federal government.

They chose to shut it down .

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Erin Murphy @epmurphymn.bsky.social · 13d

Next year’s Trump tax cuts for millionaires and billionaires would pay for insurance tax credits for 22 million Americans FOR THREE YEARS. He shut down the government down for wealthy. The middle class pays the price.

That’s why we won’t stop fighting.

www.cbsnews.com/amp/news/gov...

Why ACA tax credits for 22 million Americans are at the center of the government shutdown drama

With time running out to avert a government shutdown, millions of Americans who get health insurance under the Affordable Care Act could soon face sharply higher premiums.

www.cbsnews.com

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Senator Doron Clark @senatordoronclark.bsky.social · 13d

Gemar Chatimah Tovah! I wish you an easy fast.

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Doron Clark @doronclark.bsky.social · 14d

Do we need to send out a neighborhood alert for the train whistle? When I heard it from afar in 2022, I wished that I’d been closer to see the train pull out of the yard.

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Katie Cashman @katiecashman.bsky.social · 15d

Jane Fonda is an icon and continues to stand on the right side of history and push us to do better as local elected leaders. I’m grateful for her support for our bold climate action agenda.

Jane Fonda Climate PAC Endorsed - Katie Cashman - Minneapolis City Council, Ward 7

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Ethan Fawley @ethanfawley.bsky.social · 15d

Traffic safety camera pilot launches tomorrow. Signs and cameras are out now at initial locations. Glad to have this starting.

Signs for speed limit 25 and traffic laws photo enforced

Sign unveiling by Mayor Frey, Sen. Mohamed, former Rep. Hornstein, CM Cashman, Sen. Dibble, and Rep. Sencer-Mura

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Erin Murphy @epmurphymn.bsky.social · 15d

Extreme Risk Protection Orders have been used 281 times to prevent dangerous people from using guns in schools, workplaces, or against police officers.

We’ve got more work to do, but this law has saved lives in communities across Minnesota.

www.startribune.com/red-flag-gun...

A state law has prevented school and workplace shootings, but enforcement is inconsistent

Public records show that the state’s red flag gun law has helped law enforcement confiscate guns from people with violent plans. Some counties, though, have rarely or never used it, raising worry abou...

www.startribune.com

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Rep. Katie Jones @repkatiejones.bsky.social · 16d

Smart gun control laws with enforcement saves lives.

While we can never exactly know the extent of horror that is prevented, data on Minnesota provides evidence of the State’s red flag law working.
www.startribune.com/red-flag-gun...

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Doron Clark @doronclark.bsky.social · 16d

Endorsed.

Erin Maye Quade @erinmayequade.bsky.social · 16d

I say Lynx come back and avenge their teammate and coach. #LosLynx

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Erin Maye Quade @erinmayequade.bsky.social · 16d

I say Lynx come back and avenge their teammate and coach. #LosLynx

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Tom Olsen @olsenforparks.bsky.social · 17d

Our first Park Board Day of action is today! We need your help if we are gonna win in November. Sign up and join us, here:

www.mobilize.us/dfl/event/84...

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