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Lake County Democrats @lakedems.bsky.social · 8d

Today, on Indigenous Peoples’ Day, we celebrate and honor the cultures, traditions, and contributions of our country's first people. Let us honor their resilience and treat them with dignity and respect.

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Lake County Democrats @lakedems.bsky.social · 13d

Mano a Mano is doing great work with the community at this perilous time when so many are feeling vulnerable here in Lake County. Donate if you can.

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Governor JB Pritzker @govpritzker.illinois.gov · 14d

If the National Governors Association chooses to remain silent, Illinois will have no choice but to withdraw from the organization.

We should be standing as one against the idea that Donald Trump can call up the National Guard against our will.

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Lake County Democrats @lakedems.bsky.social · 22d

On #NationalCoffeeDay, remember -- coffee costs more because of Donald Trump.

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Lake County Democrats @lakedems.bsky.social · Sep 18

Lake County Democrats are proud to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, a time when the country pays special tribute to the contributions and experiences of generations of Hispanic Americans who've enriched our nation's history and culture.

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Lake County Democrats @lakedems.bsky.social · 27d

So nice to see! Antioch Township Democrats and Grant Township Democrats showed how Democrats care about making a difference. Thanks to volunteering their time for an Adopt a Highway cleanup event, dozens of bags of trash were taken away. Great teamwork!

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Jimmy Kimmel @jimmykimmel.com · 28d

As I was saying…

Jimmy Kimmel is Back!

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IL Dem County Chairs’ Association @ildcca.bsky.social · 28d

From the IDCCA to all those who celebrate, Happy Rosh Hashanah!

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Lake County Democrats @lakedems.bsky.social · 28d

The number of postcards to swing districts written by Lake County Democratic volunteers is incredible. There is so much at stake, and there's an easy way you can make a difference right now -- we need more postcard stamps. If you can donate postcard stamps, we'd be so grateful.

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Governor JB Pritzker @govpritzker.illinois.gov · Sep 18

This is the playbook, folks.

If you're not paying attention now and doing something about it, then you're going to have to sit down the rest of your life because democracy is being taken away.

Do not be quiet in this moment.

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Heidi Kitrosser @heidikitrosser.bsky.social · Sep 17

“If you can keep it.”

Heidi Kitrosser @heidikitrosser.bsky.social · Sep 17

Nothing is more central to a free society than the right to criticize one’s government. Nothing.

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Lake County Democrats @lakedems.bsky.social · Sep 17

Happy Constitution Day! These are serious times, and the Constitution is no joke. Let's continue to elect and support leaders who respect the Constitution and work towards a better country that reflects the ideals in our Constitution.

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Heidi Kitrosser @heidikitrosser.bsky.social · Sep 11

Aw, thank you for the great gift, Lake County Democrats! It was such a pleasure to meet and speak with you all in July. Solidarity! @lakedems.bsky.social @laurenbethgash.bsky.social

Red trucker cap with white letters saying, “Heidi was right about everything.”

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Lake County Democrats @lakedems.bsky.social · Sep 11

Today, we remember the thousands of lives lost and the thousands more injured in the attack on our nation on September 11, 2001. We must never forget.

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Heidi Kitrosser @heidikitrosser.bsky.social · Sep 8

I’ve generally been a (small c) conservative about SCOTUS, but I think it’s come to this. And I like this particular idea.

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Ed Mullen @edmullen3.bsky.social · Sep 7

Happy to help review petitions for Lake County Democrats running for office in 2026 (while we still have a democracy).

Lake County Democrats @lakedems.bsky.social · Sep 7

Thanks to everyone - people who signed/turned in petitions, lawyers, notaries, and other volunteers - who helped our Lake Dems petition party in Bannockburn so successful. We got so many signatures to help get Democratic candidates on the ballot.

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Lake County Democrats @lakedems.bsky.social · Sep 8

Want to do something this week to help make a difference in the next election? Write postcards to swing states — or take some home to write — this Wednesday at Lake Dems Highland Park Headquarters! We also need donations of postcard stamps or the funds to buy some --> lakedems.org/contribute

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Lake County Democrats @lakedems.bsky.social · Sep 7

Thanks to everyone - people who signed/turned in petitions, lawyers, notaries, and other volunteers - who helped our Lake Dems petition party in Bannockburn so successful. We got so many signatures to help get Democratic candidates on the ballot.

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Lake County Democrats @lakedems.bsky.social · Sep 5

Two things about Saturday:

1) If you're upset about what you see coming out of Washington and want to get more involved, come talk to us about volunteer opportunities at our Lake Dems open house/petition party.

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Heidi Kitrosser @heidikitrosser.bsky.social · Sep 6

PSA: If you think it is flat out wrong for powerful institutions to try to "negotiate" their way out of lawless, ideologically driven shakedowns by a lawless, hateful administration ... you are not wrong.

I have to do a daily sanity check and remind myself of this very thing.

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Governor JB Pritzker @govpritzker.illinois.gov · Sep 4

If Donald Trump truly cared about crime, he wouldn't be taking an axe to community violence intervention programs with track records in making Chicago safer.

I was proud to meet with volunteers today who, regardless of the President, will continue to serve our communities.

Governor Pritzker meets with volunteers in community violence intervention programs.

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Jill Wine-Banks @jillwine-banks.bsky.social · Sep 2

BREAKING: Trump awards Rudy Giuliani Presidential Medal of Freedom totally devaluing this award along with Kennedy Center honors.

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Lake County Democrats @lakedems.bsky.social · Aug 27

It's time for a party...a full-scale, one-stop petition party! Stop by and join the Lake County Democrats on Saturday, September 6, from 4:00 to 5:30pm, at the North Shore Unitarian Church, 2100 Half Day Rd., in Bannockburn.

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Lake County Democrats @lakedems.bsky.social · Aug 29

Make your voice heard! Join Lake Dems and Moraine Dems in Highland Park on Labor Day >>
Workers Over Billionaires: Labor Day Rally to Stand Up Against Trump and For the People
-Monday, September 1, 11:00am to 12:00pm
-Highland Park City Hall, 1707 St. Johns Ave.
www.mobilize.us/lakecountyde...

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Governor JB Pritzker @govpritzker.illinois.gov · Sep 2

Together, we've made Illinois a beacon of hope for workers everywhere.

We've made life more affordable for families, created good jobs with fair wages, and made it easier to get an education and find a career.

When we stand up and stand together, we win.

Governor Pritzker and a constituent at the AFL-CIO headquarters when Governor Pritzker signed legislation to bolster worker protections amid attacks by the Trump Administration.

Governor Pritzker speaks at an IBEW conference.

Governor Pritzker speaks behind the podium at the Carpenters General Convention.

Governor Pritzker stands with constituents holding signs that read 'JB Means Job' and 'Thank you JB!'

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