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Ariella Elm @ariellaelm.bsky.social · 25d

In case you missed it, I posted my interview with @shasti.bsky.social last night!

Ariella Elm @ariellaelm.bsky.social · 25d

I am so excited that the interview with my good friend @shasti.bsky.social is finally up!!!!

She is the Chair of the @wadems.org AND the newest @democrats.org vice chair. She’s really doing it all. I could talk with her for hours, but we jammed as much into this interview as possible.
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Marilyn Strickland for Congress @marilynstrickland.bsky.social · 6d

Trump and Republicans in Congress are spearheading a health care disaster.

Do better - stop the attacks on health care and stop raising costs.

www.theolympian.com/news/politic...

With expiring health-tax credits, here’s how much premiums may rise in WA counties

Data published by U.S. Sen. Maria Cantwell’s office breaks down expected premium increases by county if enhanced premium tax credits expire.

www.theolympian.com

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Tom LoBianco, Raconteur, reporter, author, 24sight News @24sight.news · Sep 29

Today on the show at Noon ET, DNC vice chair @shasti.bsky.social lays out the Democrats’ new strategies to fight back

Tune in on Substack or
open.substack.com/live-stream/...

YouTube
www.youtube.com/watch?v=Infe...

And Political Voices Network at 8p ET
www.youtube.com/@PoliticalVo...

LIVE SOON: DNC vice Chair Shasti Conrad

Starting Sep 29 at 12:00 PM EDT

open.substack.com

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Shasti Conrad @shasti.bsky.social · Sep 30

This was a good one! Thank you @24sight.news
for having me on! Be sure to check out for conversation. We talked about the power AANHPI voters have, insights from my town halls in Virginia and New Jersey, and much more. www.youtube.com/watch?v=c8gc...

Dem Battle Plans w/ DNC Vice Chair Shasti Conrad

YouTube video by 24sight News

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Washington State Democrats @wadems.org · Sep 23

Thank you, Secretary Hobbs, for refusing to hand over confidential info and protecting Washingtonians’ personal data. Democracy works when people can trust the system. Protecting our privacy makes that possible.

Secretary of State Steve Hobbs Responds to DOJ Letter for Voter Registration Data | WA Secretary of State

www.sos.wa.gov

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Steve Hobbs @stevehobbs.bsky.social · Sep 23

We will not compromise the privacy of Washington voters by turning over confidential information that both state and federal law prohibit us from disclosing.

washingtonstatestandard.com/2025/09/23/w...

Washington denies DOJ request for voter rolls • Washington State Standard

Washington’s secretary of state denied the Trump administration’s request for personal information contained in the state’s voter rolls.

washingtonstatestandard.com

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Washington State Democrats @wadems.org · Sep 10

Washington Democrats released the following statement:

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Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · Sep 10

I'm horrified by the news coming out of Utah about the attack on Charlie Kirk.

Political violence has no place in our country. Not now, and not ever.

Praying for him and his family.

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Shasti Conrad @shasti.bsky.social · Sep 5

Last night was one for the books! I was in beautiful Poulsbo, WA, to speak at the 23rd LD Dems Salmon Dinner. I spoke about our Party’s fight to defend our country against fascism. It was also an evening of community, fun, and joy!

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Shasti Conrad @shasti.bsky.social · Sep 2

Last week, I traveled to New Jersey and Virginia to listen and speak with AANHPI leaders and community members about the power our communities have in their key statewide elections and on the national level. A big thank you to @saforamerica.bsky.social organizing four terrific events.

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Washington State Democrats @wadems.org · Aug 7

Don’t miss the 20th annual Netroots Nation, Aug 7-9 in New Orleans! Chair Shasti Conrad will speak Saturday at the largest progressive gathering in the country. Join 3,000+ progressives for keynotes, panels, training, and more.

registration.socio.events/e/netroots25...

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Chris Hayes @chrislhayes.bsky.social · Jul 30

The fact that literally zero outlets ever cover crime decline as a story is a huge reason. (And before you yell at me, we do!)

Jeff Asher @jeffasher.bsky.social · Jul 30

This @today.yougov.com poll is why I'm going to become the Joker.

The US murder rate in 2024 was likely down nearly 30 percent relative to 2020 and down nearly 50 percent relative to 1990.

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Washington State Democrats @wadems.org · Jul 21

Yesterday, Chair @shasti.bsky.social joined Jefferson County Dems to celebrate the power of grassroots organizing, Democratic wins, and the fight ahead. From the 24th LD to statewide victories, our Washington is leading the way!
Thank you, Jefferson County Dems, for a fantastic event!

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eastmemphisdems @eastmemphisdems.bsky.social · Jul 30

“Tennessee matters, Memphis matters, and this is just the beginning.” -DNC Vice-Chair Shasti Conrad (@shasti.bsky.social)

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cozybooksonly.bsky.social @cozybooksonly.bsky.social · Jul 30

@wadems.org have been doing a GREAT job. Even as WA turned more blue, GOP are coming after our mail voting system. WA Dems have been doing town halls in Eastern WA GOP districts, but I'd like to see billboards and postcard campaigns as well. GO @shasti.bsky.social, WADEM chair and DNC VC.

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Shasti Conrad @shasti.bsky.social · Jul 16

Tune in! (2/2) rsvp2.americanprogress.org/anurgentwarn...

An Urgent Warning from Texas: A Conversation on Defending Democracy and Fighting Authoritarianism in the States

In states across the country, American democracy is being hollowed out from within. Elected leaders are using democratic tools to antidemocratic ends, systematically eroding our institutions not through violence but through law. Texas' legislature will soon consider taking the extraordinary step of redistricting in the middle of a decade, potentially diluting the votes of millions of Texans and swaying the balance of power in Congress. Former U.S. Rep. Beto O'Rourke (D-TX) has spent years fighting voter suppression while organizing people in every part of Texas, and he is a leader in the fight against emerging authoritarianism at the state level. Norm Eisen is litigating numerous cases around the nation as part of his ongoing efforts to fight for a stronger democracy.Please join the Center for American Progress for a critical and timely conversation with former Rep. O’Rourke and Norm Eisen, moderated by CAP President and CEO Neera Tanden, about how we can defend our democracy in the states—and what could happen if we fail to act.

rsvp2.americanprogress.org

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Shasti Conrad @shasti.bsky.social · Jul 16

The Republicans in Texas led by Trump, Gov. Abbot and AG Ken Paxton are about to steal Congressional seats making it impossible for us to take back the House. This is a power grab that if successful will happen in every red state across America. We have to fight back! (1/2)

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Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · Jul 3

Trump said he would lower your costs. He lied.
Trump said he’d lower the deficit. He lied.
Trump said he wouldn’t cut your health care. He lied.

The proof is in his budget.

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Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · Jul 3

Today, Donald Trump and the Republican party sent a message to America:

If you are not a billionaire, we don’t give a damn about you.

A statement graphic from DNC Chair Ken Martin reading, “Today, Donald Trump and the Republican party sent a message to America: if you are not a billionaire, we don’t give a damn about you. Health care. Basic food benefits. Dignity in old age. These are the values that Republicans have abandoned to give their billionaire friends another tax handout. This massive scheme to steal from working families, children, and seniors will devastate communities in blue and red states alike. We know the numbers: 17 million Americans will lose health care, over 5 million will lose food assistance, and millions will lose their jobs. But we must also know the stories: Had this bill passed when I was growing up, I would not be here today.

Republicans may see Americans’ livelihoods as ‘immaterial’ — joking ‘we are all going to die’ and telling petrified Americans to ‘get over it’ — but that doesn’t change the hell they are unleashing on America’s families. While the GOP continues to cash their billionaire donors’ checks, their constituents will starve, lose critical medical care, lose their jobs — and yes, some will die as a result of this bill. Democrats are mobilizing and will fight back to make sure everybody knows exactly who is responsible for one of the worst bills in our nation’s history.”

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Shasti Conrad @shasti.bsky.social · Jun 25

Congrats @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social from one desi to another from the Great State of Washington!

Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · Jun 25

Congratulations to Zohran Mamdani on a big victory in the New York City Democratic mayoral primary, and to all of the Democrats across the ballot who prevailed tonight.

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Michael Kapp @michaelkapp.com · Jun 21

Earlier today @shasti.bsky.social was elected #DNC Vice Chair with a vote of 225 (55.7%) to 177 (43.8%) for Kalyn Free.

This win confirmed that @democrats.org want positive campaigns with a clear vision for our future—and ensures that at least one of our elected officers is #AAPI.

Congrats Shasti!

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Shasti Conrad @shasti.bsky.social · Jun 23

We’re hosting our next @wadems.org Town Hall in Spokane on Monday June 30 w/ @repbpramilajayapal.bsky.social

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Amy Sommers 李雅美 @amysommers.bsky.social · Jun 23

“We are not just strategizing to win elections. We are working to transform lives." @shasti.bsky.social has her eye on the goal.

This⤴️ is the mindset Dems need to move forward, rather than the reactive, imitative 'find a Dem 'Joe Rogan'" vibe.

www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news...

Leader of WA Democrats wins leadership post with national party

Shasti Conrad was elected DNC vice chair, giving her a voice in crafting the party’s strategy for responding to the Trump administration.

www.seattletimes.com

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Rep. Malcolm Kenyatta @malcolmkenyatta.bsky.social · Jun 20

Shasti’s the first Indian-American woman to lead a state party—and as Chair of Washington Democrats, she helped win some of the toughest congressional races in the country.

I know she’s ready to keep doing the work so we can: make life better.

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Rep. Malcolm Kenyatta @malcolmkenyatta.bsky.social · Jun 20

Congrats to my friend @shasti.bsky.social! Proud to have her join me as a Vice Chair of the DNC.

If you don’t know her yet, you should.

She worked for President Obama and later ran surrogate strategy for Bernie’s 2016 campaign.

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