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Houghton County Democratic Party @houghtondems.bsky.social · 1d

Contact info for Sen. Slotkin: www.slotkin.senate.gov/contact/
Contact info for Sen. Peters:
www.peters.senate.gov/contact

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Houghton County Democratic Party @houghtondems.bsky.social · 1d

Republicans own this government and all its chaos, and they own this government shutdown. Yesterday voters took big steps to change that, but the fight still continues. Call your Senator TODAY and urge them NOT to compromise your healthcare or your community's food security.

screenshot of an opinion poll by Navigator showing Americans blame Trump and Republicans for the government shutdown and the cut off of SNAP benefits.

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Houghton County Democratic Party @houghtondems.bsky.social · 3d

Over $500 B in cuts to Medicare under the Big Bad Billionaire Bill. Yes that's FIVE HUNDRED BILLION! Republicans must really not like it when people have healthcare.

The Republican Health Care Crisis: Higher Costs, Less Coverage

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Houghton County Democratic Party @houghtondems.bsky.social · 3d

Callie Barr, candidate for the US House, spoke to a group in Houghton last night. The "Meet & Greet" was sponsored by the Houghton County Democrats. Find more info on Callie and get involved in her campaign at https://f.mtr.cool/bfejjjjmkn
#calliebarr #ushouse #houghtondemocrats #getinvolved

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Houghton County Democratic Party @houghtondems.bsky.social · 4d

Great tips for your donations to food banks!

Danielle ❌👑 @danielleloveswords.bsky.social · 5d

On Friday, two federal judges ruled that the Trump administration must use contingency funds to keep SNAP up and running.

However, there will likely be delays in distribution, and food banks will still need our help in the interim.

Here are some tips to make your donations go further.

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Houghton County Democratic Party @houghtondems.bsky.social · 4d

Hope to see you this evening for our Meet & Greet with Callie Barr, candidate for the US House.

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Houghton County Democratic Party @houghtondems.bsky.social · 6d

Please, if you can, donate your time, your money, or food to the local food bank or food pantry of your choice. We can't all feed everyone, but we can each feed someone.

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Houghton County Democratic Party @houghtondems.bsky.social · 6d

Great news, but see prev. post - AG Nessel highlights delay in SNAP assistance "I mean ... it just can't be done overnight, and that's why ...we really are going to have to rely on the food banks and the food pantries to cover the time period," Nessel said.

www.freep.com/story/news/p...

Nessel: Court order can't restore SNAP benefits 'overnight'

Michigan joined a multi-state lawsuit seeking federal contingency funds for SNAP benefits amid the government shutdown.

www.freep.com

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Houghton County Democratic Party @houghtondems.bsky.social · 6d

Democratic AG's appear close to victory as judge signals she may order the Trump admin to pay SNAP food benefits. But MI AG Dana Nessel warns it may "take days" for SNAP benefits to be reinstated, meaning food banks & food pantries will still be needed to fill the gap.

Nessel: Court order can't restore SNAP benefits 'overnight'

Michigan joined a multi-state lawsuit seeking federal contingency funds for SNAP benefits amid the government shutdown.

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Houghton County Democratic Party @houghtondems.bsky.social · 7d

Little Brothers, mentioned in our previous post, is one of a number of local organizations that have food assistance as part of their mission. With SNAP recipients facing the cut off of federal aid, please consider helping neighbors in need in whatever way you can.
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Houghton County Democratic Party @houghtondems.bsky.social · 7d

12% of UP households participate in SNAP. That's more than 1 in 10 households facing hunger in 2 days due to the Trump SNAP cut off.

Meanwhile the Little Brothers Friends of the Elderly UP is having their annual Food Drive. Other food banks need help too. More on that in another post.

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DrH @drhaup.bsky.social · 9d

As of Nov 1st, tRump "has chosen not to issue food-aid benefits under one of the nation’s largest anti-hunger programs." The USDA has a $5 billion emergency fund that could have covered roughly 2/3 of the Nov shortfall; Republicans have chosen not to utilize it."
open.substack.com/pub/guardrai...

When the President Decides Americans Don’t Eat

Saving Democracy, one action at a time

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Houghton County Democratic Party @houghtondems.bsky.social · 9d

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Brian Cardone @cardonebrian.bsky.social · 9d

Food bank director, Jill Dixon explains that for every meal a food bank provides the SNAP program provides nine. If Republicans don’t negotiate with Democrats to keep SNAP benefits going after the Nov 1 deadline, Americans are going to starve. This is just cruel and vile ‼️

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Houghton County Democratic Party @houghtondems.bsky.social · 11d

"America First" has a positive meaning when Americans put other Americans first. Feeding our hungry, caring for our sick, etc. NOT stopping SNAP $$ in a shutdown, forcing Americans into hunger while sending billions to your buddy in Argentina. That is NOT "America First".

October 25, 2025

Yesterday the Trump administration said it would not use any of the approximately $6 billion the U.S.

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Houghton County Democratic Party @houghtondems.bsky.social · 13d

You can tell a lot about a person by their priorities. Trump's priorities are NOT:

Inflation, or Affordable Healthcare (plan costs in some cases up 4x), or even the Government Shutdown.

Bottom Line: Trump's priorities are NOT ABOUT YOU. They are ALL ABOUT HIM. At least, that's what Karoline says.

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Houghton County Democratic Party @houghtondems.bsky.social · 19d

Today, hundreds will gather in Houghton, as millions will also across the country. Gathering for a peaceful rally, to stand up patriotically for our rights and freedoms. Because America has No Kings. Hope to see you there.

More info here: https://f.mtr.cool/vnlvjhyzzp

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Houghton County Democratic Party @houghtondems.bsky.social · Oct 6

Americans of both parties (and independents) overwhelmingly agree with the reason why Democrats haven't voted for the draconian Republican budget - affordable healthcare is a right, and should continue for all Americans. But your Republican representatives voted to take healthcare from Americans..

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Houghton County Democratic Party @houghtondems.bsky.social · Oct 5

Across the US, October is the month most of us renew our healthcare plans. Many are facing much higher rates for 2026 thanks to the Republican's Big Bad Billionaire Bill. That's what this shutdown is about. It's not the healthcare of illegal aliens that Democrats are fighting for - it's yours.

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Houghton County Democratic Party @houghtondems.bsky.social · Oct 4

If you think that putting kids first will help build a stronger Michigan for everyone, head on down to the Fall Fest @ Houghton Pier from 11 AM until 2 8 PM and sign the Invest in MI Kids ballot initiative. Ballot canvassers will be available to take your signature.

Invest in MI Kids

Putting kids first. Building a stronger Michigan for everyone.

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Houghton County Democratic Party @houghtondems.bsky.social · Oct 4

If you think Michigan’s government should work for people, not powerful corporations, head down to the Fall Fest @ Houghton Pier from 11 AM until 2 PM and sign the MI Money Out of Politics ballot initiative. Ballot canvassers will be available there to take your signature.

Home - Mop Up Michigan

MOP UP MICHIGAN Michiganders for Money Out of Politics Michigan’s government should work for people, not powerful corporations. But regulated monopolies and big government contractors have used political contributions to drown out the voices of everyday Michiganders. Michiganders for Money Out of ...

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Houghton County Democratic Party @houghtondems.bsky.social · Oct 3

Michigan does what the federal government hasn't: "The balanced budget... includes a sustainable, long-term road funding deal, tax breaks for seniors and working families... [and] record investment in students and schools.

RELEASE: Governor Whitmer Statement on Passage of Balanced, Bipartisan State Budget

RELEASE: Governor Whitmer Statement on Passage of Balanced, Bipartisan State Budget Michigan Executive Office of the Governor sent this bulletin at 10/03/2025 04:22 AM EDT FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 3, 2025 Contact: [email protected] Governor Whitmer Statement on Passage of Balanced, Bipartisan...

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Houghton County Democratic Party @houghtondems.bsky.social · Oct 3

If you think that putting kids first will help build a stronger Michigan for everyone, head on over to the KBC from 6 to 8 PM this evening and sign the Invest in MI Kids ballot initiative. Ballot canvassers will be available there to take your signature.

Invest in MI Kids

Putting kids first. Building a stronger Michigan for everyone.

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Houghton County Democratic Party @houghtondems.bsky.social · Oct 3

If you think Michigan’s government should work for people, not powerful corporations, head on over to the KBC from 6 to 8 PM this evening and sign the MI Money Out of Politics ballot initiative. Ballot canvassers will be available there to take your signature.

Home - Mop Up Michigan

MOP UP MICHIGAN Michiganders for Money Out of Politics Michigan’s government should work for people, not powerful corporations. But regulated monopolies and big government contractors have used political contributions to drown out the voices of everyday Michiganders. Michiganders for Money Out of ...

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Houghton County Democratic Party @houghtondems.bsky.social · Oct 2

If you think Michigan’s government should work for people, not powerful corporations, head on over to the Hancock Farmer's Market now until 4 PM and sign the MMOP ballot initiative. A ballot canvasser will be available there to take your signature.

Home - Mop Up Michigan

MOP UP MICHIGAN Michiganders for Money Out of Politics Michigan’s government should work for people, not powerful corporations. But regulated monopolies and big government contractors have used political contributions to drown out the voices of everyday Michiganders. Michiganders for Money Out of ...

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Houghton County Democratic Party @houghtondems.bsky.social · Jul 17

Donald Trump promised he would lower costs on Day One. Instead, his first six months in office were spent pushing a budget bill into law that takes money out of working people’s pockets to give handouts to the rich.

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Trump's first six months in office were spent pushing a budget bill into law that takes money out of working people’s pockets to give handouts to the rich.

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