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Mueller, She Wrote @muellershewrote.com · 6h

NEW: Adrian Fontes has CERTIFIED the results of the AZ-07 election of Adelita Grijalva. Mike Johnson is OUT of EXCUSES and should swear her in.

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If Not Us @ifnotusofficial.bsky.social · 3h

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Dominion Voting Systems sold to company run by former Republican election official

Dominion Voting Systems, which sued Fox over its reporting on the 2020 election, has been sold to a seemingly new election company run by a former GOP election official.

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If Not Us @ifnotusofficial.bsky.social · 3h

Keep an eye on this 👀
Dominion Voting Systems has been sold to Liberty Vote, run by a former Republican election official.

What does this mean for election security, transparency, and public trust? Many details are still unknown.

📌Oversight & audits are crucial. Democracy can’t wait.

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If Not Us @ifnotusofficial.bsky.social · 20h

Prep Material: Under the Affluence: Shaming the Poor, Praising the Rich and Sacrificing the Future of America Tim Wise Register

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Understanding Systemic Oppression, with Tim Wise · Indivisible

Learn foundational knowledge of how power operates in society, shapes injustices, and creates disparities. Additionally, learn how to recognize and analyze systemic power structures and their impact o...

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If Not Us @ifnotusofficial.bsky.social · 20h

Understanding Systemic Oppression, with Tim Wise- Indivisible
10/20 6pm CST
Learn foundational knowledge of how power operates in society, shapes injustices, & creates disparities. Additionally, learn how to recognize & analyze systemic power structures & their impact on marginalized communities.

Understanding Systemic Oppression, with Tim Wise · Indivisible

Learn foundational knowledge of how power operates in society, shapes injustices, and creates disparities. Additionally, learn how to recognize and analyze systemic power structures and their impact o...

www.mobilize.us

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If Not Us @ifnotusofficial.bsky.social · 20h

Messaging, Media,& Digital Engagement Training - No Kings
10/14 7pm

Your No Kings event is in motion. Now it’s time to make sure the world knows about it! Join us for a training on how to talk about your events with both reporters and on your social media channels.
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Messaging, Media, and Digital Engagement Training · No Kings

Your No Kings event is in motion. Now it’s time to make sure the world knows about it! (Or at least the world around your community.) Join us for a training on how to talk about your local No Kings mo...

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If Not Us @ifnotusofficial.bsky.social · 20h

If you are in, near or can make it to FWB tomorrow night, this is an important meeting!

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If Not Us @ifnotusofficial.bsky.social · 1d

nation.🇺🇸

🗓 RSVP: mobilize.us/s/hOfkCE
🙌 Volunteer: m.signupgenius.com#!/showSignUp...

Let’s pack the room, lift our voices, and show that Escambia County is ready for real conversations about where we are — and where we’re going. 🗣🔥

#EscambiaCounty #Florida #TownHall #DavidJolly #IfNotUs

Town Hall with David Jolly — Your Voice, Your Future · If Not Us

We’re inviting you to a public town hall with former Congressman David Jolly. This is an open forum for residents of Escambia County and surrounding communities to share concerns, ask questions, and h...

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If Not Us @ifnotusofficial.bsky.social · 1d

🎤2 Weeks to Go!
Join us Oct 27 for a Town Hall with David Jolly at the Molino Community Center!💪

This is an open forum for Escambia County & nearby communities — a chance to ask questions, share concerns, & hear directly from former Congressman David Jolly about the issues shaping Florida & our

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If Not Us @ifnotusofficial.bsky.social · 1d

be brought to events.

Notes from the organizer: Lots of Parking in the Shopping center and at the Mall Parking. Bring Flags, signs, and be sure to bring water. Check the weather this is a Rain or Shine event.

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NO KINGS PENSACOLA · Mobilize

**In America, we don’t put up with would-be kings.** Our peaceful movement is only getting bigger and stronger. “NO KINGS” is more than just a slogan—it’s the foundation our nation was built upon. Bo...

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If Not Us @ifnotusofficial.bsky.social · 1d

A core principle behind all No Kings events is a commitment to nonviolent action. We expect all participants to seek to de-escalate any potential confrontation with those who disagree with our values & to act lawfully at these events.
Weapons of any kind, including those legally permitted should NOT

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If Not Us @ifnotusofficial.bsky.social · 1d

NO KINGS PENSACOLA ~ 50501 Pensacola Florida
October 18th 11am
9th Ave and Airport Blvd.
Wear yellow!!

In America, we don’t put up with would-be kings.

Our peaceful movement is only getting bigger and stronger. “NO KINGS” is more than just a slogan—it’s the foundation our nation was built upon.

NO KINGS PENSACOLA · Mobilize

**In America, we don’t put up with would-be kings.** Our peaceful movement is only getting bigger and stronger. “NO KINGS” is more than just a slogan—it’s the foundation our nation was built upon. Bo...

www.mobilize.us

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If Not Us @ifnotusofficial.bsky.social · 1d

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Every dollar helps make sure this person isn’t alone in the process. 💪
Thank you for stepping up for our neighbors and showing what community looks like. ❤️

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If Not Us @ifnotusofficial.bsky.social · 1d

2/stepped up to go with him — but only one speaks Spanish, and they’re not comfortable interpreting in a legal setting.

If you can help, I’ll personally match all donations! 🙌

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If Not Us @ifnotusofficial.bsky.social · 1d

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🚨 HELP NEEDED! 🚨

Our friends at the
Florida Immigrant Coalition (FLIC) have almost met their goal — they just need $200 more to cover interpreter costs for an asylum appointment this Thursday.

🧡A Central American neighbor is seeking asylum, but the official interpreter costs $400. 3 volunteers

Keep the movement strong!

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If Not Us @ifnotusofficial.bsky.social · 1d

Mass Call: What's Next After No Kings?
Virtual Visibility Event
10/21 7pm CDT

No Kings will be massive, powerful, and meaningful - but it won’t be the end of our work. Join movement leaders & fellow local activists as we come together to celebrate what we accomplished & learn about what’s next!

Mass Call: What's Next After No Kings? · No Kings

No Kings will be massive, powerful, and meaningful - but it won’t be the end of our work. Join movement leaders and fellow local activists after the big day to come together, celebrate what we accompl...

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If Not Us @ifnotusofficial.bsky.social · 1d

NO KINGS for Differently-Abled and Disabled Friends
Virtual Visibility Event · Volunteer organized
10/18 1-3pm CDT | virtual

This is a virtual event being hosted on a privately owned Zoom room, you will not be marching in the streetts. You will be lifted. Join us._

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NO KINGS for Differently-Abled and Disabled Friends · No Kings

**In America, we don’t put up with would-be kings.** Our peaceful movement is only getting bigger and stronger. “NO KINGS” is more than just a slogan—it’s the foundation our nation was built upon. Bo...

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If Not Us @ifnotusofficial.bsky.social · 1d

They are a tenth of the way there. Let's help out Washington High Softball! Can you match the donation of $20 made by myself and matched by @abrushwithhumor.bsky.social
? (Shout-out to Robin Writes) Or challenge me to donate higher? Every single donation helps!

If Not Us @ifnotusofficial.bsky.social · 2d

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If Not Us @ifnotusofficial.bsky.social · 1d

Indigenous Peoples’ Day: truth-telling is justice work.
We honor the Pensacola, Muscogee (Creek), & Choctaw peoples, whose lands we inhabit here in Pensacola, & all Indigenous nations who continue to protect their communities, languages, & earth.
#IndigenousPeoplesDay
#IfNotUs
#Decolonize

If Not Us @ifnotusofficial.bsky.social · 2d

electioneering. That’s part of why open community forums like these Town Halls are so important — they give us a real chance to ask questions, share our stories, and push for accountability directly.

That said, all motion is wanted and needed — from the streets to the seats.

If Not Us @ifnotusofficial.bsky.social · 2d

This event is at the Molino Community Center. It’s his 4th event in about a month in our area. He plans to be here often.

During protests, politicians are limited in what they can do or say because of rules around nonprofits — events like the No Kings 2 protests can’t include campaigning or

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If Not Us @ifnotusofficial.bsky.social · 2d

Thank you!!

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If Not Us @ifnotusofficial.bsky.social · 2d

I just made a personal donation of $20. Can you match it so we can help these kids out?
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I donated to Kurt Goodman's story *LetsShowLoveNotHate, match me with one tap

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If Not Us @ifnotusofficial.bsky.social · 2d

We will be tabling at the 50501 Pensacola Florida #NoKings2 event on October 18th to invite folks to our Town Hall with David Jolly and share more about our group. If you’d like to help,reply here, DM any admin or email [email protected]

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If Not Us @ifnotusofficial.bsky.social · 2d

50501 Pensacola Florida has a casting call for volunteers for #SignsOfFascism at their #NoKings2 on October 18th. This is a repeat event. If you’re interested, please reach out to them.

[email protected]

My friends call me Wolfie @kswolf.bsky.social · 3d

Oklahoma had some great sign ideas. In this instance they dressed in black and held black posters with easy to read white lettering listing the signs of fascism. Very effective.

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