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Rob O'Brien (she/her) @chicagosfdcrob.bsky.social · 1h

#DF25 connections that matter 💙

At the Nonprofit Reception, Alexandra Mamalakis (Appiphony + Founder of @stampofsunshine) and Lizzy Roberts reminded us what this community is all about.

We wrote letters to seniors—5K+ sent since 2023. That’s impact. That’s heart. 💌

#OhanaInAction

Rob O'Brien (she/her) @chicagosfdcrob.bsky.social · 1h

Checking out Moscone North with fellow MVP Tony Kirumba from @BostonBeerCo
. Met Tony at a Dreamin event last year!

Dreamin events are where community, ideas & opportunity collide.
Find one near you 👉 trailhead.salesforce.com/community/co...

#DF25 #DreaminEvents #TrailblazerCommunity

Rob O'Brien (she/her) @chicagosfdcrob.bsky.social · 3h

Just met Robert Mendoza & Aaliyah Nance from DigitalNEST
at the #DF25 Nonprofit Lounge. Invited Robert to join #RobForce and Aaliyah said she’s in too—so welcome to #AaliyahForce!

We connected about Nonprofit Dreamin’, March 25–27, 2026. T

Will you join us? Follow @NonprofitDreamin

Rob O'Brien (she/her) @chicagosfdcrob.bsky.social · 5h

A layoff doesn’t erase your story — it opens a new chapter.
If you’ve been through this, what helped you get back up?
Let’s make space for real talk and support here.

#CareerTransitions #Community #GaggleSocial

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💫⭐️N. Jules⭐️💫 @northjules.bsky.social · 10h

Stacey Abrams explaining again what is happening in the country. Day by day we are watching the takeover of this nation. Everyone needs to resist, every business, every college, every home that gets it. We must not bend America‼️

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Rob O'Brien (she/her) @chicagosfdcrob.bsky.social · 8h

This is not normal ⬇️

50501: The People’s Movement ❌👑 @50501movement.bsky.social · 8h

Original source:
@chicago.suntimes.com

Feds ram SUV after chase down residential street in Chicago, then tear-gas crowd

The crash happened late Tuesday morning near 105th Street and Avenue N in the East Side neighborhood. Two men being pursued were arrested as were two bystanders. The crash drew dozens of neighbors who...

chicago.suntimes.com

Rob O'Brien (she/her) @chicagosfdcrob.bsky.social · 8h

#BeBetter

David Darmofal @daviddarmofal.bsky.social · 8h

Under pressure from the Trump-Vance administration, Ohio State University is banning reimbursements for attending conferences that represent underrepresented groups. An OSU faculty member says its reflective of the university's pattern of complying in advance w/ the administration.

Under Anti-DEI Pressure, Ohio State Limits Conference Funds

The Education Department recently criticized Ohio State University’s involvement with a nonprofit that encourages people from underrepresented backgrounds to pursue doctorates. Now, OSU is rethinking ...

www.insidehighered.com

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TizzyWoman @tizzywoman.bsky.social · 9h

#MorningVibe

“You need a gig that’s more worthwhile / Now that you’re more in demand than Epstein’s file….you never kissed the orange azz.”

Bette, we adore your wit, humor & love. Stephen, “thank you…the lord of all our rings.”

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Rob O'Brien (she/her) @chicagosfdcrob.bsky.social · 8h

#DaPope

kamimagic @kamimagic.bsky.social · 9h

I'm not Catholic, but Pope Leo calls for unity in messaging against Trump's deportation raids.

A true show of WWJD. No wonder Evangelicals don't like him.

#ProudBlue

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Laurel Davila @laureldavilacpa.bsky.social · 20h

Prop 50 provides emergency maps ONLY because Republicans moved forward with their power grab.

#YesOnProp50

Meme from @lagunabeachdems.bsky.social

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Lisa Guerrero @lisaguerrero.bsky.social · 9h

Let’s gooooooooo!!!!!! 💃🏽

CNN @cnn.com · 9h

Texas state Rep. Gina Hinojosa, a Democrat and South Texas native, is launching a run for Texas governor. https://cnn.it/4hcgBg5

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The Tennessee Holler @thetnholler.bsky.social · 19h

“Swear her in! Swear her in!”

#TrumpEpsteinCoverup

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Rob O'Brien (she/her) @chicagosfdcrob.bsky.social · 9h

This ⬇️

John Pfaff @johnpfaff.bsky.social · 19h

To be clear:

LA County has declared a state of emergency BECAUSE OF the federal government.

The Feds, LA County is (correctly) saying, have CAUSED the emergency.

This is a striking political moment of internal collapse. Local govts feeling compelled to protect their ppl from … their own govt.

Los Angeles County declares state of emergency over immigration raids

Los Angeles County officials voted on Tuesday to declare a state of emergency over ongoing federal immigration raids.

abcnews.go.com

Rob O'Brien (she/her) @chicagosfdcrob.bsky.social · 9h

#HatchAct

stopdropendfascism.bsky.social @stopdropendfascism.bsky.social · 9h

This is a violation of the hatch act. All those evolved will be arrested

Ross Murray @inlayterms.bsky.social · 9h

The most expensive political ad campaign of the year is being run by the Department of Homeland Security.

$51 million dollars

We have the money to ensure Americans get health care. We just choose not to.

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David Ho @davidho.bsky.social · 10h

“A clarinet player was arrested after playing her instrument to the tune of the ‘Ghostbusters’ theme song outside of a Portland ICE facility…”

Musician playing ‘Ghostbusters’ outside ICE facility is arrested by agents

‘Taking us citizens out of state to detain them without charge is a new action from the Feds and should be opposed,’ her band said

www.independent.co.uk

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Rob O'Brien (she/her) @chicagosfdcrob.bsky.social · 9h

Noodle this ⬇️

Adam Cohen (My Personal Views Only) @axidentaliberal.bsky.social · 18h

ICE raided a building in Chicago-using Blackhawk helicopters and flash bang grenades

Destroying people’s homes-including US citizens-before dragging them out

Detaining children in zip ties

Arresting 37 based on Stephen Miller’s lies

All for 1 person who is allegedly connected to Tren de Agua

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Nancy Levine Stearns 🌎 @nancylevinestearns.bsky.social · 9h

Benioff brings out Trump advisor David Sacks at Dreamforce conference

$CRM

www.bizjournals.com/sanfrancisco...

Benioff avoids politics in Dreamforce keynote, but then brings out Trump adviser David Sacks - San Francisco Business Times

Salesforce's annual Dreamforce conference kicked off Tuesday. Here's what Marc Benioff said, and what he didn't say, after making controversial comments about San Francisco last week.

www.bizjournals.com

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KellyK🌺 @azkellyk.bsky.social · 18h

🔥BREAKING: Democrats march to Speaker Mike Johnson’s office demanding he swear in Arizona Congresswoman Adelita Grijalva!

Arizona’s 7th District deserves a voice in Congress.

🚫 No Taxation Without Representation!

#ReleaseTheTrumpEpsteinFiles
#SwearInAdelitaGrijalva

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KellyK🌺 @azkellyk.bsky.social · 19h

Attorney General Kris Mayes threatens to sue U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson over Adelita Grijalva’s swearing-in delay.

“Our aim is to get her sworn in ASAP because her constituents in Arizona deserve that.” 👏👏👏

azcapitoltimes.com/news/2025/10...

Attorney General Mayes demands immediate swearing-in for Adelita Grijalva | Arizona Capitol Times

Attorney General Kris Mayes is threatening to sue U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson if he doesn't say exactly when Adelita Grijalva will be sworn in.

azcapitoltimes.com

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DemCast USA @demcast.com · 1d

It's time for Speaker Johnson to quit stalling and swear in Democrat Adelita Grijalva to secure the final vote on releasing the Epstein files.

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Rob O'Brien (she/her) @chicagosfdcrob.bsky.social · 16h

This is not normal ⬇️

Guardrails of Democracy @demguardrails.bsky.social · 1d

ICE on Walgreens Property in Chicago grabbing another BLACK citizen! This isn’t about deporting criminals.

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midnightsun49.bsky.social @midnightsun49.bsky.social · 16h

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Rob O'Brien (she/her) @chicagosfdcrob.bsky.social · 1d

At the MVP Unconference, we chased clues—and found clarity.

Trust. Innovation. Equality. Sustainability. Customer Success.
Salesforce’s core values still matter to us—the builders, connectors, and advocates in the ecosystem.

#MVPUnconference #DF25 #WeAreOhana

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Rob O'Brien (she/her) @chicagosfdcrob.bsky.social · 1d

Michelle Hansen is serving MVP energy and serious style in those new glasses! 👓

She shows up strong for the #Salesforce community—alongside rockstars Eric Dreshfield, Matt Lackey, Nikki Kiminski, Nick Lindberg & Jim Carbone.

Dreamin' events? That’s where this magic happens. 💫 #DreaminEvents

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Rob O'Brien (she/her) @chicagosfdcrob.bsky.social · 1d

The Salesforce Nonprofit Community showed up at #DF25 and reminded me why this network matters.

Great to see Gordon Lee, Cassie Supilowski, Skye Tyler, Lizzie Roberts, and Cori O'Brien.

We’re all in this together—and we get to shape the future of nonprofits. #Salesforce #Nonprofits

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