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Jon Hamilton

@jhamilton64.bsky.social

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Educator. Proud Union Member. Father. Husband. Democrat.

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Jon Hamilton @jhamilton64.bsky.social · Mar 17

Democrats must stand strong for progressive values! The latest betrayal on March 14th shows why we must hold our leaders accountable. Read my latest post to learn what happened and what we can do next! #StayEngaged #ProgressiveVoices

The March 14th Betrayal: When Democrats Lost Their Way

As an educator, union leader, and Democratic Party official in Clallam County, I was profoundly disturbed by the events of March 14th, 2025....

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Jon Hamilton @jhamilton64.bsky.social · Aug 4

🗳 Primary ballots are due TOMORROW by 8 PM!
Local elections shape our community—your vote has power.

✅ Drop boxes (no stamp needed)
✅ Mail (postmarked by Aug 5)
✅ In-person at the elections office

Vote and make your voice heard!

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Jon Hamilton @jhamilton64.bsky.social · Aug 2

Transparency builds trust.
Sharing clear data up front - on equipment, projects, or major purchases - reduces frustration and strengthens confidence our community’s decisions.
Read my letter in the PDN below

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Jon Hamilton @jhamilton64.bsky.social · Aug 1

We love him here in Seattle!

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Jon Hamilton @jhamilton64.bsky.social · Jul 30

Paddle to Elwha 2025 begins tomorrow!
On July 31, canoes land at the mouth of the Elwha River. Aug 1-5: protocol & celebration hosted by the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe. Join in honoring this journey of culture, sovereignty & healing.

Paddle to Elwha - Dams removed, a river reborn, spirits renewed.

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Jon Hamilton @jhamilton64.bsky.social · Jul 30

🌊 Tsunami Advisory: Waves <1 ft expected for Port Angeles, but strong currents possible.
UW’s Harold Tobin: “Get away from the coast—don’t go look.”
Stay off beaches/docks & follow official updates: tsunami.gov

#PortAngeles #Preparedness

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Jon Hamilton @jhamilton64.bsky.social · Jul 27

Trump froze $6B in vital education funds—now quietly releasing it after public & legal pressure. This wasn’t leadership. It was sabotage. Never forget who tried to gut our schools. We fight smarter. We vote harder. #FundOurSchools #DemocracyMatters #StopTheCuts

Trump administration releasing $6 billion in education funding

ABC News (WASHINGTON) — The roughly $6 billion in education programming that was frozen by the Trump administration earlier this month is being released, according to a Department of Education spokesp...

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Jon Hamilton @jhamilton64.bsky.social · Jul 26

🗳️ Voted in the August 5 primary!
I’m supporting candidates who put community first:
• Laurie Force – Hospital 2, Pos. 7
• LaTrisha Suggs – City Council 1
• Kate Dexter – City Council 4
• Ruth Replogle – School Board 1
Vote by Aug. 5! #VoteLocal

Jon Hamilton @jhamilton64.bsky.social · Jul 4

Just saw a t-shirt at NEA RA 2025 that said “Imagine being scared of diversity but not dictatorship.”

This is the world (and country) we live in. Did any Trump voters vote in hopes their health care would be taken away and rural hospitals would be forced to shutter?

Happy 4th of July everyone.

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Indivisible ❌👑 @indivisible.org · Jul 3

“The election is 16 months away. Our response to the worst piece of legislation in modern American history cannot be ‘go vote in 16 months.’” - @ezralevin.bsky.social with @weeknightmsnbc.bsky.social

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Jon Hamilton @jhamilton64.bsky.social · Jul 4

Part 2:
This bill accelerates Social Security’s insolvency—threatening millions. Using a federal agency to push political lies is authoritarian and dangerous. We deserve truth, not Trumpian cheerleading from SSA. #DemocracyNotPropaganda #VoteThemOut

Jon Hamilton @jhamilton64.bsky.social · Jul 4

Part 1:
Just got an unsolicited SSA email glorifying Trump’s “One Big, Beautiful Bill.” This isn’t just spin—it’s state-sponsored propaganda. They claim tax relief, but the bill only helps now by robbing future retirees. #ProtectSocialSecurity #RejectFascism

Jon Hamilton @jhamilton64.bsky.social · Jul 3

The GOP budget slashes SNAP, guts Medicaid, defunds public schools & rewards billionaires. Our kids & communities deserve better. Call Congress & fight back! #ProtectPublicEd #DemocracyMatters #UnionStrong #NoToGOPCuts

Jon Hamilton @jhamilton64.bsky.social · Jun 23

Trump promised “no nation‑building,” no foreign wars. Now he orders airstrikes on Iran—without Congressional authorization. 🇺🇸 That’s not MAGA, it’s illegal. MAGA patriots: why support a regime that breaks promises and the Constitution? Demand #WarPowers action NOW. #ConstitutionMatters

Jon Hamilton @jhamilton64.bsky.social · Jun 8

Trump unleashed ICE on LA & sent 2,000 troops to crush protest. This is a FLAGRANT violation of the Constitution—an authoritarian assault on civil rights. We will not be ruled by fear. #AbolishICE #DefendLA #StopTrump

📢 Demand action: @gavinnewsom.bsky.social must DEFY this order NOW.

Jon Hamilton @jhamilton64.bsky.social · May 18

I never thought I would ever say this, but please keep preaching the truth about tariffs and Trumps economic lies Rand Paul!

Jon Hamilton @jhamilton64.bsky.social · Apr 27

WA’s $77.8B budget avoids cuts, but STILL shortchanges early learning & higher ed, and leaves our regressive tax system untouched. Working families, students, and communities deserve real investment and tax justice. Demand bold reform! #FundEducation #TaxTheRich

New taxes, no furloughs in WA Legislature’s $77.8B budget deal • Washington State Standard

Democrats in the Washington Legislature unveiled a budget deal Saturday that cuts spending and hikes taxes to erase a projected shortfall.

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Jon Hamilton @jhamilton64.bsky.social · Apr 27

I wasn’t polled and I am highly against Trump and his administration in every way imaginable.

Jon Hamilton @jhamilton64.bsky.social · Apr 26

WA schools are hurting. Students can’t wait. @governorferguson.bsky.social must sign the budget NOW to fully fund education, support our communities, and keep campaign promises. Our future depends on it! #FundEducation #UnionStrong #WALeg

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Jon Hamilton @jhamilton64.bsky.social · Apr 26

AmeriCorps services were cut overnight—leaving schools across WA without critical support, including mine is Port Angeles. Students, teachers, and communities will feel this immediately. Demand action now! #SaveAmeriCorps #SupportEducation #UnionStrong

The Latest: Trump hints at firing Federal Reserve chair Powell after tariff comments

U.S. President Donald Trump said Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s termination “cannot come fast enough” as he reiterated his frustration that the Fed hasn’t aggressively cut interest rates

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Jon Hamilton @jhamilton64.bsky.social · Apr 26

Trump tried to crush federal unions—and LOST. A judge ruled for workers and democracy. We fight back, we WIN. Stay loud. Stay strong. Unions are the frontline of freedom! #UnionStrong #WorkersRights #DemocracyWins

Judge blocks Trump executive order that strips union rights from federal workers — POLITICO

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Jon Hamilton @jhamilton64.bsky.social · Apr 23

URGENT: 700+ top scholars say the U.S. is speeding toward authoritarian rule. GOP attacks on truth, education & democracy aren’t just politics—they’re a threat to our freedom. We must rise up NOW. #StopAuthoritarianism #DefendDemocracy #VoteBlue

Hundreds of scholars say U.S. is swiftly heading toward authoritarianism — NPR

Most — but not all — political scientists are deeply troubled by the president’s attempts to expand executive power, according to a national survey.

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Jon Hamilton @jhamilton64.bsky.social · Apr 23

Budget justice is moral justice. WA’s wealthiest must finally pay their share. Fund schools, healthcare, and housing—this week. Session ends Friday. @governorferguson.bsky.social & 24th LD reps: do the right thing. #waleg #TaxTheRich

Jon Hamilton @jhamilton64.bsky.social · Apr 22

Are you kidding me? This has to be a headline from the Onion. Did his constituents know he was a full blown racist and white supremacist before they elected him or right now? And in Mississippi of all places? He is either an idiot, completely out-of-touch, doesn’t know American history, or a buffoon

Jon Hamilton @jhamilton64.bsky.social · Apr 22

What he meant to say was: “What a ridiculous, evil, vengeful, narcissistic president I am. Those who voted for me are god damn idiots!”

Jon Hamilton @jhamilton64.bsky.social · Apr 22

As a teacher, Dem Party treasurer & PCO, I’m calling on lawmakers and our governor: Fund our schools with NEW revenue - don’t balance budgets on kids & classrooms. It’s time the ultra-wealthy paid their share. #TaxTheRich #WAedu #FundOurFuture @governorferguson.bsky.social