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Todd Achilles | Achilles for Idaho @achillesid.bsky.social · 8h

Took a side trip to Seven Devils above Riggins, ID.

Most beautiful state in America
#Idaho
#publiclandsinpublichands

Todd Achilles | Achilles for Idaho @achillesid.bsky.social · 1d

Idahoans, Beware! Jim Risch is all tricks, no treat! You don't have to worry about him stopping by your doors tonight, though - he hasn't held an in-person town hall in 16 years.

Have a safe and happy Halloween, Idaho! 🎃

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Todd Achilles | Achilles for Idaho @achillesid.bsky.social · 1d

After more than a decade "representing" Idaho in the U.S. Senate, Jim Risch remains largely unknown to the people he serves. Recent polls reveal both deep dissatisfaction with leadership and a startling lack of recognition.

Has Idaho’s senator become the Invisible Man?

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Todd Achilles | Achilles for Idaho @achillesid.bsky.social · 1d

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Josh Hawley: No American Should Go to Bed Hungry www.nytimes.com/2025/10/28/o...

Opinion | Josh Hawley: No American Should Go to Bed Hungry

www.nytimes.com

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Todd Achilles | Achilles for Idaho @achillesid.bsky.social · 1d

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Who is the true Republican?

Sen Risch and Sen Crapo are NOT supporting Sen Hawley’s (R-MO) bill to keep SNAP funded. 14 Rep senators support it but not Idaho’s

Once again, Idaho’s senators do the opposite of what Idahoans need

I'm with Hawley

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Idaho Capital Sun @idahocapitalsun.com · 1d

Zoinks! Happy Halloween from the Idaho Cap Sun crew and our trusty newshound Scooby-Doo (Bear!) Where are we? Out here solving state political mysteries and bringing accountability reporting to the 208! Check us out: idahocapitalsun.com/subscribe/ and support our work: idahocapitalsun.com/donate/

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Todd Achilles | Achilles for Idaho @achillesid.bsky.social · 1d

Spot the Difference: One of these guys embodies corporate America — power-hungry, greedy, oppressive, and exploitative for personal gain and wealth.

The other is Mr. Burns from the animated TV show The Simpsons. Both have been described as thoroughly petty and absurdly old.

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Todd Achilles | Achilles for Idaho @achillesid.bsky.social · 2d

If Congress shuts down the government because of partisan politics, they shouldn’t get paid either. It’s time for No Work, No Pay reform.

When Congress fails the people, they should feel the consequences, too.

#GovShutdown #USCongress #AchillesforIdaho
#USSenate #RetireRisch

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Todd Achilles | Achilles for Idaho @achillesid.bsky.social · 2d

We won't bow down to parties or protect the status quo, we’re here to serve the people. We’re done waiting for change, we’re building it ourselves.

Todd Achilles | Achilles for Idaho @achillesid.bsky.social · 2d

Right now, our economy is fundamentally rigged and our leaders are neglectful and selfish: too many Americans have been left behind as a result of this combination.

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Todd Achilles | Achilles for Idaho @achillesid.bsky.social · 2d

A few days ago, I joined my fellow independents @typinkins.bsky.social, Osborne for NE, Jon Thorp for TN-7 and Brian Bengs at a roundtable hosted by the University of Mississippi Black Law Student Association.

We stand united in our mission to rebuild a system that truly works for working people.

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Todd Achilles | Achilles for Idaho @achillesid.bsky.social · 3d

Let’s keep the momentum rolling — together, we’re shaking up the system for good. 🚐✨

#RetireRisch #USSenate #Achilles2026 #AchillesforIdaho #Idaho #ShakeUpTheSystem #SUTS #Workers #Farmers #Ranchers #Donate

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Todd Achilles | Achilles for Idaho @achillesid.bsky.social · 5d

[2/2] he dedicated his life to helping others and making Idaho a better place for everyone.

Richard believed in working across party lines and doing what was right for Idaho, always putting service & people above politics. Our thoughts are with his family and loved ones during this difficult time.

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Todd Achilles | Achilles for Idaho @achillesid.bsky.social · 5d

I was saddened to hear about the passing of former U.S. Congressman, Richard Stallings, early this morning. Richard embodied the best of Idaho values — hard work, integrity, community, and a deep love for this place we call home.

As a teacher at Ricks College, Rexburg and as a public servant [1/2]

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Todd Achilles | Achilles for Idaho @achillesid.bsky.social · 7d

Sunrise over Silver Creek
Picabo, ID

Most beautiful state in America
Public lands in public hands
#idaho

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Todd Achilles | Achilles for Idaho @achillesid.bsky.social · 11d

Beef is the one commodity lifting Idaho ag. The idea of importing Argentine beef to lower prices is nuts

The problem is the Big 4 processors. They depress prices to ranchers and raise prices to grocers

⁦‪⁦‪@SecRollins‬⁩ use the damn Packers & Stockyard Act

www.fb.org/news-release...

Farm Bureau Urges Restraint on Beef Imports

www.fb.org

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Todd Achilles | Achilles for Idaho @achillesid.bsky.social · 11d

— delaying justice, denying closure, and blocking efforts to prevent future abuse. Allowing child rapists to stay hidden is morally reprehensible and counter to values that all Idahoans hold.

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Todd Achilles | Achilles for Idaho @achillesid.bsky.social · 11d

Idaho hasn’t forgotten. Neither have the countless survivors of Jeffrey Epstein’s abuse. We know Epstein did not act alone.

While the public demands truth and accountability, Senator Jim Risch voted to keep the Epstein files sealed … [1/2]

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Todd Achilles | Achilles for Idaho @achillesid.bsky.social · 12d

Despite all of the uncertainty right now, there is one thing I know for sure: Idahoans don’t quit. We fight back.

Join us in the fight: attend your first volunteer orientation this Wed, Oct 22, at 7pm. Email to RSVP: [email protected]

Todd Achilles | Achilles for Idaho @achillesid.bsky.social · 12d

I served as an Army tank commander, and now I’m leading a new mission: to take back Idaho. While career politicians like Jim "Richy" Risch cash their checks and look the other way, working families are barely hanging on.

Costs are going up, wages are stuck, and Idahoans are suffering.

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Todd Achilles | Achilles for Idaho @achillesid.bsky.social · 13d

*Shake…
🤦🏻‍♂️

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Todd Achilles | Achilles for Idaho @achillesid.bsky.social · 13d

Just finished in Gooding and headed to my 37th meet-and-greet in Fairfield.
This will be the 32nd county visited on my Shack Up The System tour.
Weather’s getting ugly but we’ll be indoors at the Fairfield Senior Center at 2p.
Next stop is 5p in Hailey at the Blaine County Courthouse.

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Todd Achilles | Achilles for Idaho @achillesid.bsky.social · 13d

Perfect lunch at M&J Kitchen in American Falls. Grillled ham and cheese with tots.

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Todd Achilles | Achilles for Idaho @achillesid.bsky.social · 14d

Sunrise over Malad Summit
Most beautiful state in America
#Idaho

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Todd Achilles | Achilles for Idaho @achillesid.bsky.social · 15d

Let’s address some misinformation surrounding ACA tax credits, and how these credits expiring will hurt over 100,000 rural Idahoans who can’t afford care otherwise.

#Idaho #achillesforidaho #retirerisch #AffordableCare #governmentshutdown

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