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Alder Andre Vasquez, Political Account @andrefor40th.bsky.social · 1d

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Alder Andre Vasquez, Political Account @andrefor40th.bsky.social · 3d

40th Ward Shred Event is Happening NOW until the truck is full, so you have a couple hours! 5333 N Western! FREE !

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Alder Andre Vasquez, Political Account @andrefor40th.bsky.social · 7d

Join us SATURDAY 11:30AM at 5333 N Western for our DAY OF THE LIVING SHRED Shred event! Bring your shreddable items - 2 boxes max!

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Alder Andre Vasquez, Political Account @andrefor40th.bsky.social · 9d

Plus with partners like @catsharpforcook.bsky.social, @poojaravindran.bsky.social, its even more fulfilling work!

Long Live Chicago @troppypop.bsky.social · 9d

Did not envy @andrefor40th.bsky.social today, who was the face of a community workshop that drew in over 500 people. The gap between the "this is my very first political action, I just want a lawn sign" people and the "why aren't you leading an armed uprising" people was VAST.

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Alder Andre Vasquez, Political Account @andrefor40th.bsky.social · 9d

Also, over 700 people!!!

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Alder Andre Vasquez, Political Account @andrefor40th.bsky.social · 9d

*inspired

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Alder Andre Vasquez, Political Account @andrefor40th.bsky.social · 9d

I enjoyed it! it inspirede and gave me more hope!

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CM Janeese Lewis George @cmlewisgeorgew4.bsky.social · 12d

During a time when our norms and rights are under attack, it's up to local governments to reinforce the rights of our people and fight back with every tool we have.   Read my full op-ed with @cd13.lacity.gov @andrefor40th.bsky.social @localprogress.bsky.social: ⬇️

www.latimes.com/opinion/stor...

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Chicago Black Sky @chicagoblacksky.bsky.social · 10d

"In Chicago, ICE’s targeting of Latino residents has stretched from Michigan Avenue to the western suburbs including Franklin Park, where their reckless tactics led to the death of Silverio Villegas-Gonzalez." www.latimes.com/opinion/stor...

Check out co-written op-ed from @andrefor40th.bsky.social

Contributor: How Democratic-run cities will stand up against Trump's declaration of 'war from within'

In the absence of action from Congress, leaders of major cities and local communities are rising up to reinforce their constitutional rights.

www.latimes.com

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Chicago Black Sky @chicagoblacksky.bsky.social · 12d

I was bragging to my mom about your team helping me a couple years back and how I will continue to support you all. I do not even live in your district but still! I am deeply disappointed in the rat incident but relieved that that did not break you. 🤜

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Local Progress @localprogress.bsky.social · 12d

NEW: LP members @cmlewisgeorgew4.bsky.social, CM Soto-Martínez, & @andrefor40th.bsky.social have a new op-ed laying out the playbook for how progressive local leaders can respond to federal troop deployments.

While congress sits on its hand, local officials must act to defend their communities.

CM Janeese Lewis George @cmlewisgeorgew4.bsky.social · 12d

During a time when our norms and rights are under attack, it's up to local governments to reinforce the rights of our people and fight back with every tool we have.   Read my full op-ed with @cd13.lacity.gov @andrefor40th.bsky.social @localprogress.bsky.social: ⬇️

www.latimes.com/opinion/stor...

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Alder Andre Vasquez, Political Account @andrefor40th.bsky.social · 13d

Thats been the case with the streets where the advisory lanes have been added. I think the the Department of Transportation needs to do a much better job of educating the public about these new safety measures.

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Alder Andre Vasquez, Political Account @andrefor40th.bsky.social · 13d

The best solution is to slow down. That makes it so that injuries and crashes dont happen, which is the intent and goal. The bike lanes are advisory ones, meaning you can drive over them, so basically the same as always. Theyre guidlines for when bikes are present

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Balu Puppy @balupuppy.bsky.social · 15d

@andrefor40th.bsky.social is holding a community defense workshop at Mather high school Saturday, Oct 4th!

Registration here:
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Alder Andre Vasquez, Political Account @andrefor40th.bsky.social · 16d

We are here to keep our neighbors safe, and we will never look away or stop organizing against these authoritarian tactics.

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Lawrence Hall @lawrencehall.bsky.social · 18d

Thank you to @andrefor40th.bsky.social for paying tribute to Lawrence Hall's 160th anniversary with your inspiring words & honorary resolution in City Council. It's been our pleasure to serve Chicago & our community for such a long history, & we're humbled by the commendation bestowed upon us today.

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Alder Andre Vasquez, Political Account @andrefor40th.bsky.social · 22d

Shout out to @catsharpforcook.bsky.social for representing like a champ!

Alder Andre Vasquez, Political Account @andrefor40th.bsky.social · 22d

Check out our week in review in pics! #40thward

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Alder Andre Vasquez, Political Account @andrefor40th.bsky.social · 22d

Check out our week in review in pics! #40thward

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Viktor Köves @viktorkoves.com · 23d

Chicago SAFE is great - they teach folks how to ride a bike or get comfortable city riding, including teaching @andrefor40th.bsky.social a few years ago!

Chicagoans Who Bike @chiwho.bike · 23d

Missed our ebike-a-palooza? Check out two fabulous folks from Chicago's SAFE Ambassadors talking about what they do to help support folks learn to ride around the Chicago with confidence!

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Alder Andre Vasquez, Political Account @andrefor40th.bsky.social · 24d

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Alder Andre Vasquez, Political Account @andrefor40th.bsky.social · 24d

This is my Sis, Catherine Sharp. It’s an honor to organize and be in community with a leader like her. @deirdre4020.bsky.social is back in town now too. See you all next week, join us!

Cat Sharp @catsharpforcook.bsky.social · 24d

This morning, I joined @andrefor40th.bsky.social and others at the #Broadview ICE Processing Center, which is being used illegally as a detainment center, as we protested the treatment and dehumanization of our undocumented neighbors. We stand in solidarity until we achieve justice for all!

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shawn @mulchy.bsky.social · 25d

lots of electeds and political candidates here this morning. i see congressional candidates kat abughazaleh and (evanston mayor) daniel biss, lieutenant governor juliana stratton, and chicago alder andre vasquez:

Dave Byrnes @djbyrnes1.bsky.social · 25d

Chicago Alder Andre Vasquez addresses the protest crowd, as the ICE facility blares a dispersal warning on a loudspeaker on repeat. It's been playing the warning for the last ~10 minutes.

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chuff @chuff.bsky.social · 25d

That's my alderman!

Dave Byrnes @djbyrnes1.bsky.social · 25d

Chicago Alder Andre Vasquez addresses the protest crowd, as the ICE facility blares a dispersal warning on a loudspeaker on repeat. It's been playing the warning for the last ~10 minutes.

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Alder Andre Vasquez, Political Account @andrefor40th.bsky.social · 24d

I’m grateful to be your Alder, friend!

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