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South Carolina Democratic Party @scdemocrats.bsky.social · 5h

Trump’s shutdown isn’t just reckless, it’s dangerous.

If Republicans don’t act, ACA premiums will double, the biggest price hike in U.S. history.

24 million Americans will pay thousands more for health care because Trump chose chaos over compassion.

Read more: tinyurl.com/5n8ur8my
#SCpol

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DrH @drhaup.bsky.social · 1d

Let's lend a hand (or rather a phone) to the good folks of VA! ⬇️⬇️⬇️

Silver Spring Progressive Action @sspaction1.bsky.social · 1d

The Nov election’s near! Help flip the VA Governor seat & grow the House of Delegates. Join our phone bank on 10/13 at 6:30pm ET to call VA voters & support @abigailspanberger.com & @staceycarrollva.bsky.social. Let’s make VA bluer! Sign up:

www.mobilize.us/mobilize/eve...

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Patti Olivier EPSTEIN FILES NEVER FORGET @patti3333.bsky.social · 1d

fortune.com/2025/10/10/b...

A little good news this Saturday Morning
Without fanfare the former Mrs Bezos always delivers
I admire her so much
DIVERSITY,EQUITY, and INCLUSION
This will help so many students
Billionaires with a heart
Thank you MacKenzie
Why doesn't the media report on this?

Billionaire MacKenzie Scott doubles down on DEI with $42 million donation | Fortune

In a signal to nonprofits and boardrooms, the Yield Giving philanthropist is backing diversity and equity with no‑strings grants—building on more than $19 billion she’s distributed in five years.

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CajunBlueAZ ⚜️🇺🇸 🇺🇦 @cajunblue.bsky.social · 1d

🚨 Do ICE have MRE provisions? Oh, no. That’s a damn shame. All that income and no place to buy a meal. Hey, I know what they can eat… 1/2

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Malena-PRO-CHOICE 🌊 🟦🟧Fighting Tyranny! @malena.bsky.social · 1d

When masked secret police are crashing into cars & violently pulling women out & beating them to a pulp with no warrant, answering to no one, this isn't democracy!

We have 1 chance to retake power—Prop 50!

If you care about our country, VOLUNTEER or DONATE.

WE NEED YOU!
(Anyone can volunteer)🧵

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Silver Spring Progressive Action @sspaction1.bsky.social · 1d

Please consider donating to 5 key VA House of Delegate candidates! These races are critical to protect voting rights, reproductive freedom, public schools & more. The margins are razor-thin—every dollar helps flip these seats blue!

secure.actblue.com/donate/sspa2...

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Silver Spring Progressive Action @sspaction1.bsky.social · 1d

The Nov election’s near! Help flip the VA Governor seat & grow the House of Delegates. Join our phone bank on 10/13 at 6:30pm ET to call VA voters & support @abigailspanberger.com & @staceycarrollva.bsky.social. Let’s make VA bluer! Sign up:

www.mobilize.us/mobilize/eve...

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John McAuliff for Virginia @johnmcauliff.bsky.social · 8d

Furloughed? Frustrated? You’re not alone. Hearing from so many voters at early voting today that they’re upset with the status quo and want to see things change for the better.

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John McAuliff for Virginia @johnmcauliff.bsky.social · 4d

⭐️ I’m thrilled to be endorsed by Greater Than - everyday women, who are compassionate leaders fighting for justice, lifting up our communities, and helping to building the bench of tomorrow’s people focused champions. I appreciate their support in standing with everyday Virginians

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Abbi Lichtenstein @abbij1961.bsky.social · 4d

The US Election Assistance Commission may adopt a rule from the failed SAVE Act requiring passports to register to vote—blocking many eligible voters. It could kill online/mail registration & suppress turnout. Take action now: click the link and submit a comment to protect our freedom to vote! 1/2

Regulations.gov

www.regulations.gov

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Abbi Lichtenstein @abbij1961.bsky.social · 4d

More info here. 2/2

A Thing You Can Do Right Now To Help Protect The Right To Vote

The U.S.

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Silver Spring Progressive Action @sspaction1.bsky.social · 7d

On Mon, 10/6 at 6:30 PM, join us on Zoom to make calls to get out a big blue vote for Kacey Carnegie and Abigail Spanberger. Kacey is a first time candidate running a very strong race in southeast VA to flip a set blue! full training and practice for all newcomers! www.mobilize.us/mobilize/eve...

Phonebank to Make VA Bluer – Elect Kacie Carnegie as Delegates and Abigail Spanberger as Governor · Mobilize

Join us to call Virginia voters to help elect Abigail Spanberger as the next VA Governor and Kacie Carnegie to the VA House of Delegates! We’ll be identifying supporters, recruiting local volunteers,...

www.mobilize.us

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Silver Spring Progressive Action @sspaction1.bsky.social · 13d

We are in Stafford, VA canvassing for @abigailspanberger.com and @staceycarrollva.bsky.social. Both want to fund public schools, protect your healthcare, guarantee a brighter future for Virginians, and protect your freedoms. Let’s make Virginia bluer and flip these seats. #voteva

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Silver Spring Progressive Action @sspaction1.bsky.social · 15d

Reminder that we will be calling VA voters on 9/29 at 6:30 pm ET to elect Abigail Spanberger for Governor and Lily Franklin for the House of Delegates. Let’s make Virginia bluer!
www.mobilize.us/mobilize/eve...

Also sign up for our phonebank on 10/6, www.mobilize.us/mobilize/eve...

#VoteVA

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Malena-PRO-CHOICE 🌊 🟦🟧Fighting Tyranny! @malena.bsky.social · 17d

Pro tip: If someone tells you a worm was nibbling on their brain, you probably shouldn't be taking medical advice from them.

a cartoon character holding a sign that says the end is near

ALT: a cartoon character holding a sign that says the end is near

media.tenor.com

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Silver Spring Progressive Action @sspaction1.bsky.social · 17d

Healthcare costs are crushing Virginia families. Leslie Mehta is running for Delegate in VA73 to take on the system, fight for affordable care, and put people over profits.

Change starts with your vote. Early voting has started. Go to iwillvote.com/va to find your polling place. #VoteVA

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strea3m.bsky.social @strea3m.bsky.social · 17d

On Nov 4, Californians take power into our own hands.

No politicians rigging maps behind closed doors—our voices, our votes, our future. A big contrast from what red states are doing while working to deliver seats as ordered by a corrupt pres.

It’s time for fair maps drawn by the people. #YesOn50

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Silver Spring Progressive Action @sspaction1.bsky.social · 20d

We canvassed for @guzman4virginia.bsky.social and @abigailspanberger.com near Manassas, VA and knocked on over 600 doors!! Let’s make VA bluer and elect these amazing women who will help Virginians thrive. Early voting has started. Go to iwillvote.com/va to find your polling location. #VoteVA

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Malena-PRO-CHOICE 🌊 🟦🟧Fighting Tyranny! @malena.bsky.social · 21d

Have you heard the good news?

Democracy-loving voters around the country are volunteering for phonebanking for crucial elections like the Virginia Gubernatorial race & you can do it, too!

It's fun & empowering & so important!

Be a hero! Volunteer today!

Silver Spring Progressive Action @sspaction1.bsky.social · 21d

Join us for phonebanking on 9/29 at 6:30 pm ET to call VA voters and elect @abigailspanberger.com for Governor and @lilyfordelegate.bsky.social for House Delegate. Both are committed to providing you with economic opportunities that uplifts Virginians. Let’s flip these seats and make VA bluer. And….

Phonebank to Make VA Bluer – Elect Lily Franklin as Delegates and Abigail Spanberger as Governor · Mobilize

Join us to call Virginia voters to help elect Abigail Spanberger as the next VA Governor and Lily Franklin to the VA House of Delegates! We’ll be identifying supporters, recruiting local volunteers, ...

www.mobilize.us

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Silver Spring Progressive Action @sspaction1.bsky.social · 21d

Please donate to these amazing underfunded candidates who can flip their seats blue! secure.actblue.com/donate/sspa2...

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Silver Spring Progressive Action @sspaction1.bsky.social · 21d

Join us for phonebanking on 9/29 at 6:30 pm ET to call VA voters and elect @abigailspanberger.com for Governor and @lilyfordelegate.bsky.social for House Delegate. Both are committed to providing you with economic opportunities that uplifts Virginians. Let’s flip these seats and make VA bluer. And….

Phonebank to Make VA Bluer – Elect Lily Franklin as Delegates and Abigail Spanberger as Governor · Mobilize

Join us to call Virginia voters to help elect Abigail Spanberger as the next VA Governor and Lily Franklin to the VA House of Delegates! We’ll be identifying supporters, recruiting local volunteers, ...

www.mobilize.us

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strea3m.bsky.social @strea3m.bsky.social · 22d

Trump's latest power grab is trying to rig election maps in his favor. Stop his assault on democracy.

Vote Yes on Prop 50 on November 4th.
#YesOn50

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Silver Spring Progressive Action @sspaction1.bsky.social · 22d

@jess4va.com knows strong public schools are the heart of thriving communities. She’ll fight for teachers, invest in students, and block any scheme that diverts our tax dollars to private profiteers.

Because every child deserves opportunity. #VoteVA #VA71

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Malena-PRO-CHOICE 🌊 🟦🟧Fighting Tyranny! @malena.bsky.social · 23d

Hope is magic!

On the Prop 50 broadcast on Wednesday Martin Sheen had very inspiring words: "Fear is useless & hope is essential." I hope his words inspire you as they did me.

Never forget:
Hope is the antidote to fascism!

So let's rage with hope.

Turn the fear, frustration & fury into fire!

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DrH @drhaup.bsky.social · 23d

Heads up VA!!! Early voting day!

Silver Spring Progressive Action @sspaction1.bsky.social · 23d

Today is the 1st day of early voting in VA. Let’s do some flipping and make VA bluer. Let’s elect @abigailspanberger.com for Gov., give her a bluer house of delegates, elect Ghazala Hashmi for Lt Gov, & Jay Jones for AG. Make a plan to vote & go to iwillvote.com?state=VA to find your polling place!

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