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taylr @taylordahlin.com · 9h

ilhan omar endorses omar fateh as first choice for mayor of minneapolis in front of city hall. “our city deserves a fighter who will unapologetically stand up for working people and who meets the pivotal moment our city is in.”

@ilhanmn.bsky.social @omarfatehmn.com

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Jason Chavez @jchavezmpls.bsky.social · 7h

This was the vibe at the Indigenous Peoples’ Day Powwow!

@omarfatehmn.com got tons of love and support. Getting stopped every second.

And cars just kept honking at him and saying hello as he was leaving.

Something special is happening in Minneapolis.

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Kat Rohn @rohnkat.bsky.social · 7h

Rest in power, Miss Major 💔

Her legacy will live on in the work of so many she touched throughout her rich and beautifully authentic life. She will be forever with us.

Honored to have had the privilege of meeting her before her passing.

TransLash Media @translash.org · 7h

We honor the legacy of Miss Major Griffin-Gracy, a fierce protector of our collective freedom. Our hearts are with her loved ones and all who carry her vision forward.

"We will honor Miss Major forever." - @imarajones.bsky.social

An illustration of Miss Major surrounded by candles with blue background and a famous quote of hers written in gold. The quote reads“I don’t need their permission to exist; I exist in spite of them. I want you to train and teach and love on and create families within my community and gender non-conforming people, so that we can understand that we have a culture, we have a history, we have a reason to be here. We have a purpose. We’re entitled to be loved, and seek happiness, and share that with the people that we care about.” -Miss Major Griffin-Gracy

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Aurin Chowdhury MPLS City Council Member W12 @aurinmpls.bsky.social · 11h

It’s been a privilege to serve our community & live out The Life of a Council Woman

Minneapolis has been through a lot in recent years, but I see it coming back like Opalite

From growing up as an Eldest Daughter in Standish, to being elected to serve you at City Hall as the Ward 12 Council Woman …

Aurin’s Track List of Priorities:

1. Invest in Safe, Accessible, and Affordable Housing
2. Shaping Public Safety Together
3. Addressing Homelessness Humanely & with Dignity
4. Protecting Renter
5. Supporting our Small Businesses and Local Economy
6. Build a Just & Equitable Climate Resilient City
7. Standing Strong on Police Accountability
8. Delivering Good Governance & Strong Constituent Services
9. Supporting People with Disabilities
10. Supporting Our Beloved Seniors
11. Parks & Recreation and Our Natural Systems

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Aurin Chowdhury MPLS City Council Member W12 @aurinmpls.bsky.social · 11h

In just two years, the Ward 12 office has hosted over 70 community meetings, resolved 3000+ constituent cases.

Swipe to see our track list of priorities.

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Aurin Chowdhury MPLS City Council Member W12 @aurinmpls.bsky.social · 11h

In my first term on the City Council, we’ve been working hard alongside you on the Wi$h Li$t of our Ward 12 neighbors to allocate funding for essential city services, and deliver on public safety, housing, workers rights, and so much more…

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Aurin Chowdhury MPLS City Council Member W12 @aurinmpls.bsky.social · 11h

It’s been a privilege to serve our community & live out The Life of a Council Woman

Minneapolis has been through a lot in recent years, but I see it coming back like Opalite

From growing up as an Eldest Daughter in Standish, to being elected to serve you at City Hall as the Ward 12 Council Woman …

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Aurin Chowdhury MPLS City Council Member W12 @aurinmpls.bsky.social · 16h

Today, we celebrate Indigenous Peoples’ Day.

Our city is built on the ancestral and contemporary homelands of the Dakhóta Oyáte.

We honor our Native community in Minneapolis, and across Mni Sota Makoce — and commemorate their histories, cultures, and invaluable contributions to our city and state.

Sunrise Ceremony during Indigenous Peoples’ Day at Bde Maka Ska in Minneapolis, MN

Team Kay for Parks, Team Aurin, CM. Chavez, and CP. Payne at the Sunrise Ceremony during Indigenous Peoples’ Day at Bde Maka Ska in Minneapolis, MN

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Aurin Chowdhury MPLS City Council Member W12 @aurinmpls.bsky.social · 16h

Today, we celebrate Indigenous Peoples’ Day.

Our city is built on the ancestral and contemporary homelands of the Dakhóta Oyáte.

We honor our Native community in Minneapolis, and across Mni Sota Makoce — and commemorate their histories, cultures, and invaluable contributions to our city and state.

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Aurin Chowdhury MPLS City Council Member W12 @aurinmpls.bsky.social · 1d

Thank you to Jim Davnie, Cara Letofsky, and Susan Lynx for hosting all of us today!

This year, I want to see Ward 12 have the highest voter turnout again, and I want to see a new Mayor of Minneapolis.

23 days left to go in this election. We’re gonna bring it home here in Ward 12 — let’s win this.

Council Member Aurin Chowdhury addresses campaign supporters and Ward 12 voters during a brunch fundraiser at the home of Cara Letofsky and Jim Davnie

Left to right: Jim Davnie, Rev. Dr. DeWayne Davis, Ward 12 Council Member Aurin Chowdhury, and Cara Letofsky at a brunch fundraiser for Team Aurin

An assortment of Hors d'Oeuvres brought by Ward 12 neighbors to a brunch fundraiser for Aurin Chowdhury at the home of Jim Davnie and Cara Letofsky, co-hosted by Susan Lynx and other campaign supporters.

Ward 12 neighbors gather for a brunch fundraiser at the home of Jim Davnie and Cara Letofsky, co-hosted by Susan Lynx and other campaign supporters

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Omar Fateh @omarfatehmn.com · 2d

Christin is a parent, renter, and resident of Ward 9. Watch her share her thoughts about Omar's compassionate and data driven approach to homelessness and how we need his leadership at City Hall. Join her in ranking Omar as her 1st choice this November.

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Omar Fateh @omarfatehmn.com · 1d

I enjoyed seeing everyone this weekend at the Minneapolis and Midtown Farmers Market to celebrate National Farmer’s Day! It was great to chat with local farmers and vendors about the goods they provide us, and the crucial role local agriculture plays in feeding our city.

Photo of Omar Fateh shopping for produce with a local farmer.

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David Brauer @dbrauer.net · 1d

7/ Caught in a lie, Frey never apologized. Instead, we got his famously weasely “Language became more casual, including my own.” BTW this is the 1st election voters can hold Frey accountable for lying & Locke dying, but the incident is almost memory-holed in coverage. www.cbsnews.com/minnesota/ne...

Minneapolis Mayor Frey Admits To Being Misleading On 'No-Knock' Policy Changes

"Language became more casual, including my own, which did not reflect the necessary precision or nuance. And I own that," Mayor Jacob Frey said.

www.cbsnews.com

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Aurin Chowdhury MPLS City Council Member W12 @aurinmpls.bsky.social · 1d

Thank you to Jim Davnie, Cara Letofsky, and Susan Lynx for hosting all of us today!

This year, I want to see Ward 12 have the highest voter turnout again, and I want to see a new Mayor of Minneapolis.

23 days left to go in this election. We’re gonna bring it home here in Ward 12 — let’s win this.

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Aurin Chowdhury MPLS City Council Member W12 @aurinmpls.bsky.social · 2d

What a great start to the weekend✨

Team Aurin launched back-to-back door knocks from Minnehaha Park today.

We had a great time canvassing Ward 12 with @dewayneforminneapolis.com, @kayforparks.bsky.social, & @amberforparks.bsky.social

Join us for another, at 12pm tomorrow Oct 12th at Brackett Park

Team Aurin, Team Davis, and Team Amber launch a joint door knock out of Minnehaha Park in Ward 12

Team Aurin, Team Kay, and Team Amber launch a joint door knock out of Minnehaha Park in Ward 12

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Aurin Chowdhury MPLS City Council Member W12 @aurinmpls.bsky.social · 2d

Joint Door Knock with Team Aurin for Ward 12, @kayforparks.bsky.social, and @amberforparks.bsky.social 🌳

🔔 Join us soon, starting at 1:00pm today!

📍We'll be gathering at the Sea Salt Pavilion located in Minnehaha Regional Park (4825 Minnehaha Avenue)

Sign up here: mobilize.us/aurinchowdhu...

Team Aurin, Team Kay, Team Amber

Joint Door Knock!

Saturday, October 11th from 1-4pm

Sea Salt Pavilion (4825 Minnehaha Avenue) at Minnehaha Regional Park

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Aurin Chowdhury MPLS City Council Member W12 @aurinmpls.bsky.social · 3d

A reminder that we’re a week out from Team Aurin's 2nd ‘Chili for Chowdhury’ Fundraiser!🌶️

Now that autumn is here, we're bringing back this soup-themed event!

You’re invited - Wed, Oct. 15th, 6:30-8pm.

🥘 RSVP & chip in $25+ for my favorite soup recipe: secure.actblue.com/donate/chiliforchowdhury

Chili for Chowdhury

Wednesday, October 15th from 6:30-8:00pm

Hosted at The Legacy Building / Team Aurin’s Campaign Office: 4024 E 46th Street, Minneapolis, MN

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Aurin Chowdhury MPLS City Council Member W12 @aurinmpls.bsky.social · 4d

I look forward to connecting with our Ward 12 neighbors this evening, discussing my track record of accomplishments that we’ve achieved in my first term on the City Council, and sharing my vision to build a safe, healthy, connected, multi-racial, multigenerational community in Ward 12 & Minneapolis.

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Aurin Chowdhury MPLS City Council Member W12 @aurinmpls.bsky.social · 4d

Today’s the big day! 🎙️

Join me at tonight’s Ward 12 City Council candidate forum, hosted by the League of Women Voters - Minneapolis @lwvmpls.bsky.social

🗓️ Tonight: Thursday, Oct. 9th
6:30 - 7:45pm, Candidate Forum
7:45 - 8:15pm, Meet & Greet

📍Minnehaha Communion Lutheran Church (4101 37th Ave S)

Ward 12 Candidate Forum & Meet and Greet, hosted by the League of Women Voters - Minneapolis

Today! Thursday, October 9th

Candidate Forum - 6:30-7:45pm
Meet & Greet - 7:45-8:15pm

Join us at Minnehaha Communion Lutheran Church: 4101 37th Avenue S., Minneapolis, MN 55406

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Kay Carvajal Moran @kayforparks.bsky.social · 5d

It is with great joy to have the support of State Representative Samantha Sencer-Mura! I am excited to collaborate and to build together for our youth and families.

A graphic of Rep. Sencer-Mura endorsing Kay
"Kay will bring much needed energy and vision to the park board. I'm excited by her background in youth work and her passion for bringing youth voice to the table.
With her leadership, we can work together to make sure kids and families feel welcome and cared for by our parks system."

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Aurin Chowdhury MPLS City Council Member W12 @aurinmpls.bsky.social · 5d

One of my top policy priorities remains building a just and equitable climate-resilient city here in Minneapolis.

Local governments must lead the way and work hand-in-hand with our state & federal leaders to develop clear metrics and a timeline that will achieve our strong climate resilience goals.

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Aurin Chowdhury MPLS City Council Member W12 @aurinmpls.bsky.social · 5d

I am proud to be endorsed by the @sierraclubmn.bsky.social North Star Chapter in my re-election campaign!

Minneapolis residents deserve a climate champion who will fight for clean air, water, and energy for generations to come.

We must act boldly and think creatively to realize our climate goals.

Aurin Chowdhury for Minneapolis Ward 12

ENDORSED by Sierra Club North Star Chapter

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Aurin Chowdhury MPLS City Council Member W12 @aurinmpls.bsky.social · 5d

Team Aurin is hosting a joint campaign door knock with @dewayneforminneapolis.com for Mayor & @amberforparks.bsky.social for Park Board!

Join us this Saturday, Oct. 11th at 10am

Let's talk to our Ward 12 neighbors about candidates running up & down the ballot!

Sign up: mobilize.us/aurinchowdhu...

Team Aurin, Team Davis, Team Amber
Joint Door Knock!

Saturday, October 11th from 10am - 1pm

Meet us at the Team Aurin Office - 4024 E. 46th St.

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Aurin Chowdhury MPLS City Council Member W12 @aurinmpls.bsky.social · 5d

Team Aurin is hosting a joint campaign door knock with @dewayneforminneapolis.com for Mayor & @amberforparks.bsky.social for Park Board!

Join us this Saturday, Oct. 11th at 10am

Let's talk to our Ward 12 neighbors about candidates running up & down the ballot!

Sign up: mobilize.us/aurinchowdhu...

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Aurin Chowdhury MPLS City Council Member W12 @aurinmpls.bsky.social · 5d

We could also go to the early voting pop up at midtown global market via transit on 10/24 and then eat tortas and other delicious food afterwards

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