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nekindivisible.bsky.social @nekindivisible.bsky.social · 8h

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Expel Vermont Senator Samuel Douglass for His Involvement in the Racist Hate Chat

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Senator Bernie Sanders @sanders.senate.gov · 15h

Trump wants to DOUBLE Argentina's bailout to $40 billion to save his political ally.

Yet he is doing nothing to prevent 15 million Americans from losing their health care and 20 million from seeing a doubling in their premiums.

Is this what Trump means by America first?

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50501 Vermont @50501vt.bsky.social · 4d

Ok folks, time to get that chalk back out and CHALK THE WALK!

10/18 EVERYWHERE!
www.nokings.org/#map

#chalkthewalk

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ACLU of Vermont @acluvermont.bsky.social · 8d

The Advocacy Academy begins in a few weeks!

This is your opportunity to connect, learn, and deepen your understanding of how to create change in our current political environment.

To learn more and to RSVP for your spot, visit acluvt.org/news.

The time to act is now!

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nekindivisible.bsky.social @nekindivisible.bsky.social · 13h

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Expel Vermont Senator Samuel Douglass for His Involvement in the Racist Hate Chat

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Indivisible ❌👑 @indivisible.org · 14h

Lots of Republicans quietly agree that something needs to be done about the Trump-led healthcare cost crisis. We must get the GOP on the record to pressure leadership into negotiating an end to the Trump Shutdown: indivisible.org/campaign/sto...

(next to an image of the Capitol and a hand holding a megaphone) STOP THE TRUMP SHUT DOWN

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nekindivisible.bsky.social @nekindivisible.bsky.social · 1d

www.politico.com/news/2025/10...

‘I love Hitler’: Leaked messages expose Young Republicans’ racist chat

Thousands of private messages reveal young GOP leaders joking about gas chambers, slavery and rape.

www.politico.com

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nekindivisible.bsky.social @nekindivisible.bsky.social · 1d

🚫👑 Bring friends & family to join the peaceful prodemocracy movement, Sat. 10/18, 11-1, Newport VT municipal bldg park. Live music, family friendly, action ideas, fully focused on democracy & human rights & needs in U.S. now. Wear yellow. No weapons/violence/fascists. www.mobilize.us/s/LgX7O7

NO KINGS NEK · No Kings

**In America, we don’t put up with would-be kings.** Our peaceful movement is only getting bigger and stronger. “NO KINGS” is more than just a slogan—it’s the foundation our nation was built upon. Bo...

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nekindivisible.bsky.social @nekindivisible.bsky.social · 1d

NEK residents: Orleans State Senator Sam Douglass shares his racist commentsry in the chat revealed in this important Politico article. Let him know what you think about this at [email protected] (802) 828-2228…
AND next time we vote! legislature.vermont.gov/people/singl...

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nekindivisible.bsky.social @nekindivisible.bsky.social · 1d

Hey Northeast Kingdom Vermonters: Orleans State Senator Sam Douglass shares his racist commentsry in this chat. Let him know what you think about that at mailto:[email protected] (802) 828-2228,
AND next time we vote! legislature.vermont.gov/people/singl...

Senator Samuel Douglass

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Senator Bernie Sanders @sanders.senate.gov · 1d

It's day 13 of the shutdown. What's Trump doing?

Negotiating a budget deal? No.

Preventing premiums from doubling? No.

Stopping 15 million Americans from losing health care? No.

He's meeting the Pres. of Argentina to reward him with a $20 billion bailout.

America first?

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Timothy Snyder @timothysnyder.bsky.social · 3d

Protestors believe that action has meaning. Protestors are exercising the rights enshrined in the Constitution. For me, protest is about love of country. I will be there on October 18th, and I hope you will be too.
#NoKings
snyder.substack.com/p/no-kings-f...

No Kings — Freedom (video)

Why protest is patriotic

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Jennifer Harris @jwharris.bsky.social · 4d

The cruelty is always the point with this Administration

USA TODAY @usatoday.com · 4d

The Education Department laid off nearly everyone at the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services.

Education Department wipes out special ed office in shutdown layoffs, union says

The Education Department laid off nearly everyone at the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services.

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ACLU @aclu.org · 3d

History shows that when people organize, protest, and demand justice, we can disrupt abuses of power, and build collective power in response.

Our advocacy experts answered your questions about how we all can help protect our communities.

How to Push Back Against Trump’s Abuses of Power

From defending free speech to organizing locally, ACLU experts explain what actions actually work to hold the Trump administration accountable and protect democracy.

www.aclu.org

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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 4d

Never forget this: The forces rigging our economy, undermining our democracy, polluting our planet, and stoking hatred are counting on you to give up. Cynicism is how they win. Stay clear-eyed and ready for the fight ahead.

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Senator Peter Welch @welch.senate.gov · 3d

Republicans added trillions to the national debt by giving billionaires tax cuts a few months ago, so it rings pretty hollow when they say we can’t afford to extend the current program that avoids 24 million Americans having their health care premiums double overnight.

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Indivisible ❌👑 @indivisible.org · 4d

“No, Speaker Johnson — the No Kings rally on October 18 is not a hate America rally. In fact, it’s quite the contrary: It’s a love America rally.” #NoKings

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VTDigger @vtdigger.bsky.social · 9d

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement wants to hire a dozen contracted workers who would track down leads for potential deportations, among other efforts, at an office in Williston.

ICE plans to boost its surveillance on social media using contractors in Vermont - VTDigger

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement wants to hire a dozen contracted workers who would track down leads for potential deportations, among other efforts, at an office in Williston.

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Indivisible ❌👑 @indivisible.org · 8d

Republicans control the government, but they can’t even manage to keep the lights on. This Trump Shutdown isn’t about ‘fiscal responsibility’ — it’s a tantrum. The GOP would rather close shop and disrupt key government services than fund our healthcare.

US Senate fails to reopen government after fifth budget vote - BBC News

This was the fifth time that Republicans and Democrats brought their funding measures up for a vote.

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Representative Becca Balint @balint.house.gov · 9d

The type of regime that uses military-style raids to tear children out of bed in the middle of the night is an authoritarian one. This is a manufactured crisis and an escalation in force and violence that is traumatizing families. Terrifying scenes in Chicago due to ICE.

'Military-Style' ICE Raid In Chicago Shows Escalation in Tactics

Witnesses said children were taken from their homes unclothed and separated from their parents during the raid.

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ACLU @aclu.org · 9d

Read more about your rights when interacting with military troops or federal agents at aclu.org/deployment_kyr

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Indivisible ❌👑 @indivisible.org · 11d

Before you hit the streets on No Kings Day, join the @aclu.org’s know your rights, protest safety, and de-escalation training to take action safely and confidently. Learn how to protect yourself and your community while standing up for your rights.

No Kings: Protest Safety, Know Your Rights & De-Escalation Training

I'm attending this event - sign up now to join me!

act.aclu.org

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50501: The People’s Movement ❌👑 @50501movement.bsky.social · 13d

Having a hard time keeping up with things in your daily life?

World outside seems upside down?

No longer enjoying the same things you once did?

Future feels dark and scary?

You may be experiencing fascism. Fortunately, there’s a cure!

#GeneralStrike #Protest #Resist #CommunityDefense #MutualAid

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Indivisible ❌👑 @indivisible.org · 12d

The Senate is expected to vote today on the GOP’s cruel government funding proposal and Democrats’ alternative, which would protect our healthcare.

Our Democratic senators need to hear from us. Urge them to keep holding the line to safeguard healthcare for millions: indivisible.org/campaign/sto...

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Indivisible St Johnsbury @indivisiblestj.org · 12d

Did you know that Indivisible After Hours live streams all their events?

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