Anne Lundquist
@annelundq.bsky.social
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Mom, Wife of Saxy Dave from NUR-D's band, Author/Publisher, Grant Strategist, Proud Progressive, Enjoys 52 Book Club, Beginner Permaculturist, Toastmaster, Vegetarian Chef for my son, Former Librarian, Looking to Organize with Progressives in IGH/SSP/WSP,
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Anne Lundquist
@annelundq.bsky.social
· Aug 19
Millions have hit the streets to protest Trump’s authoritarianism — but marching isn’t enough on its own.
Here are five steps you can take to make a difference.
Here are five steps you can take to make a difference.
How YOU Can Fight Back Against Trump
YouTube video by Robert Reich
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Anne Lundquist
@annelundq.bsky.social
· Aug 19
🎉 Can't wait to start 2026 off strong with #PaidLeaveMN! Thanks to Minnesotans who organized and lawmakers who listened, workers across race and place will finally have time to heal, welcome new life, and care for loved ones — without sacrificing a paycheck. 💜 www.mprnews.org/story/2025/0...
Minnesota’s paid family and medical leave program kicks off in 2026. Here’s what to know
Beginning Jan. 1, workers who don’t currently have access to paid family and medical leave through their jobs will be eligible for partial pay through the state.
www.mprnews.org
Anne Lundquist
@annelundq.bsky.social
· Aug 14
I tested 42 water bottles to find the best for leaks, looks and sustainability: here are my favourites
I tested 42 water bottles to find the best for leaks, looks and sustainability: here are my favourites
Ditched single-use plastic bottles but can’t find a good reusable one? I spent two months putting dozens through their paces – these are the ones worth buying
www.theguardian.com
Anne Lundquist
@annelundq.bsky.social
· Aug 14
Democrats can win in 2028. But we need to oust corporate candidates first | Alexandra Rojas
Democrats can win in 2028. But we need to oust corporate candidates first | Alexandra Rojas
They need a new generation of leaders with fresh faces and bold ideas, unbought by corporate Super Pacs and billionaire donors
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MPR News
@mprnews.org
· Aug 8
Minnesota mother remains in ICE custody despite judge's release order
Antonia Aguilar Maldonado’s attorneys say she is being held at the Kandiyohi County Jail in Willmar, despite having no criminal record, an active asylum case, and a bond approved by an immigration jud...
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Anne Lundquist
@annelundq.bsky.social
· Aug 8
Federal funding for a program that helps states investigate pregnant and post partum deaths runs out next month. The president’s budget proposal cut the program, too.
My latest:
www.propublica.org/article/mate...
My latest:
www.propublica.org/article/mate...
“We Want to Save This Investment”: Advocates Race to Secure Maternal Health Funding Before It Runs Out
Over the last five years, nearly $90 million has gone to state committees that review maternal deaths and identify their causes. Advocates say cuts to the program would be “devastating.”
www.propublica.org
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MPR News
@mprnews.org
· Aug 8
Children’s literature series explores, celebrates Native American lives
The Native American Lives Series is a set of biographies about Native people, written by Native authors. The Minnesota Humanities Center and Lerner Publishing Group have released four books out of the...
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Anne Lundquist
@annelundq.bsky.social
· Jul 29
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Anne Lundquist
@annelundq.bsky.social
· Jul 26
The Americans with Disabilities Act — passed 35 years ago — was not a gift. It was the result of a powerful movement led by people who demanded to be seen, heard and treated with dignity.
The fight for equality is far from over. In fact, it is more urgent now than ever.
The fight for equality is far from over. In fact, it is more urgent now than ever.
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Ezra Levin ❌👑
@ezralevin.bsky.social
· Jul 26
And yet the same poll has the 2026 generic congressional ballot at D+3, so that high disapproval is coming entirely from partisan Democrats themselves. If you've ever wanted to challenge an ineffective Democratic incumbent, you're not going to have a better opportunity than next year.
New WSJ poll: The Democratic Party is 30 points under water with registered voters, considerably worse than the GOP (-11). www.wsj.com/politics/ele...
Anne Lundquist
@annelundq.bsky.social
· Jul 25
Anne Lundquist
@annelundq.bsky.social
· Jul 25