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@localprogress.bsky.social
· Jan 13
Hey everyone! We're Local Progress, a national network of local elected officials united in the fight for racial and economic justice.
It's wonderful to see so many familiar faces here from Twitter 😁.
If you don't know who we are, here's a little primer! 🧵👇
It's wonderful to see so many familiar faces here from Twitter 😁.
If you don't know who we are, here's a little primer! 🧵👇
The Trump Admin's secret police are using harmful surveillance technology to track our whereabouts.
Local govts are the last line of defense for our right to privacy & safety.
https://www.wired.com/story/security-news-this-week-us-border-patrol-is-spying-on-millions-of-american-drivers/
Local govts are the last line of defense for our right to privacy & safety.
https://www.wired.com/story/security-news-this-week-us-border-patrol-is-spying-on-millions-of-american-drivers/
US Border Patrol Is Spying on Millions of American Drivers
Plus: The SEC lets SolarWinds off the hook, Microsoft stops a historic DDoS attack, and FBI documents reveal the agency spied on an immigration activist Signal group in New York City.
www.wired.com
November 26, 2025 at 3:01 PM
The Trump Admin's secret police are using harmful surveillance technology to track our whereabouts.
Local govts are the last line of defense for our right to privacy & safety.
https://www.wired.com/story/security-news-this-week-us-border-patrol-is-spying-on-millions-of-american-drivers/
Local govts are the last line of defense for our right to privacy & safety.
https://www.wired.com/story/security-news-this-week-us-border-patrol-is-spying-on-millions-of-american-drivers/
The Trump Admin sent secret police to Saint Paul, MN to terrorize our neighbors, sow fear, and divide all of us.
We're sending power, strength, and resolve to our members who are literally putting their bodies on the line to protect their neighbors.
www.mprnews.org/story/2025/1...
We're sending power, strength, and resolve to our members who are literally putting their bodies on the line to protect their neighbors.
www.mprnews.org/story/2025/1...
Another federal agent operation in St. Paul draws large crowds of protesters
There was no immediate confirmation about the nature of the operation, but an MPR News photographer captured images of federal agents on the scene, including at least three from Homeland Security Inve...
www.mprnews.org
November 25, 2025 at 7:54 PM
The Trump Admin sent secret police to Saint Paul, MN to terrorize our neighbors, sow fear, and divide all of us.
We're sending power, strength, and resolve to our members who are literally putting their bodies on the line to protect their neighbors.
www.mprnews.org/story/2025/1...
We're sending power, strength, and resolve to our members who are literally putting their bodies on the line to protect their neighbors.
www.mprnews.org/story/2025/1...
Congrats to our very own LiJia Gong on joining the Mamdani Mayoral Transition!
LiJia has been an invaluable part of LP, working with members to navigate complex, legal situations. We know her skills will be put to good use, making NYC more affordable and just for all!
www.amny.com/new-york/man...
LiJia has been an invaluable part of LP, working with members to navigate complex, legal situations. We know her skills will be put to good use, making NYC more affordable and just for all!
www.amny.com/new-york/man...
Mamdani transition: Mayor-elect names over 400 advisors across 17 committees ahead of January inauguration | amNewYork
With 38 days until he takes office, Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani said Monday that he has appointed over 400 people across 17 committees to serve as “critical
www.amny.com
November 25, 2025 at 5:27 PM
Congrats to our very own LiJia Gong on joining the Mamdani Mayoral Transition!
LiJia has been an invaluable part of LP, working with members to navigate complex, legal situations. We know her skills will be put to good use, making NYC more affordable and just for all!
www.amny.com/new-york/man...
LiJia has been an invaluable part of LP, working with members to navigate complex, legal situations. We know her skills will be put to good use, making NYC more affordable and just for all!
www.amny.com/new-york/man...
Our Minneapolis LP members are taking bold action to protect their communities -- empowering local law enforcement to arrest federal agents if they conceal their identities.
https://spokesman-recorder.com/2025/11/23/minneapolis-arresting-federal-agents-separation-ordinance/
https://spokesman-recorder.com/2025/11/23/minneapolis-arresting-federal-agents-separation-ordinance/
Minneapolis council members back arresting federal agents who violate city law
Minneapolis council members say local police should arrest federal agents who violate the city’s separation ordinance. Leaders from MIRAC and community groups are urging stronger penalties in the upcoming police contract. Read what officials and advocates said at recent press events.
spokesman-recorder.com
November 25, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Our Minneapolis LP members are taking bold action to protect their communities -- empowering local law enforcement to arrest federal agents if they conceal their identities.
https://spokesman-recorder.com/2025/11/23/minneapolis-arresting-federal-agents-separation-ordinance/
https://spokesman-recorder.com/2025/11/23/minneapolis-arresting-federal-agents-separation-ordinance/
“For all of these federal officials who think this is the American way, it is absolutely not the American way. The American way is to stand up for your neighbor.” - Durham City Councilmember Javiera Caballero
www.dukechronicle.com/article/duke...
www.dukechronicle.com/article/duke...
‘Stand up for your neighbor’: Durham officials praise Bull City’s response to immigration raids
Customs and Border Protection (CPB) agents carried out unannounced operations across Durham on Tuesday, causing widespread fear, school absences and business closures. But local leaders commended the ...
www.dukechronicle.com
November 24, 2025 at 6:05 PM
“For all of these federal officials who think this is the American way, it is absolutely not the American way. The American way is to stand up for your neighbor.” - Durham City Councilmember Javiera Caballero
www.dukechronicle.com/article/duke...
www.dukechronicle.com/article/duke...
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I'm very proud to be part of @localprogress.bsky.social, a movement of local elected officials advancing racial and economic justice in cities and towns across the country. We support one another, share ideas, and lead on policies that make a difference in the lives of working families.
Some people enter local politics because of their passion for policy, and some because their community calls them to serve. With over 1500 members in our network, there's a unique story for each one on how they ended up as a local representative.
Hear a few of them 👇
Hear a few of them 👇
November 21, 2025 at 3:57 PM
I'm very proud to be part of @localprogress.bsky.social, a movement of local elected officials advancing racial and economic justice in cities and towns across the country. We support one another, share ideas, and lead on policies that make a difference in the lives of working families.
Some people enter local politics because of their passion for policy, and some because their community calls them to serve. With over 1500 members in our network, there's a unique story for each one on how they ended up as a local representative.
Hear a few of them 👇
Hear a few of them 👇
November 21, 2025 at 2:19 PM
Some people enter local politics because of their passion for policy, and some because their community calls them to serve. With over 1500 members in our network, there's a unique story for each one on how they ended up as a local representative.
Hear a few of them 👇
Hear a few of them 👇
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🔊 Voters are loud & clear:
✔️ 70% say essentials are unaffordable
✔️ 81% want candidates who will fight to lower costs
Our new resource with State Innovation & @localprogress.bsky.social outlines policies every city & state can adopt to put power back where it belongs: with working people.
✔️ 70% say essentials are unaffordable
✔️ 81% want candidates who will fight to lower costs
Our new resource with State Innovation & @localprogress.bsky.social outlines policies every city & state can adopt to put power back where it belongs: with working people.
November 20, 2025 at 6:44 PM
🔊 Voters are loud & clear:
✔️ 70% say essentials are unaffordable
✔️ 81% want candidates who will fight to lower costs
Our new resource with State Innovation & @localprogress.bsky.social outlines policies every city & state can adopt to put power back where it belongs: with working people.
✔️ 70% say essentials are unaffordable
✔️ 81% want candidates who will fight to lower costs
Our new resource with State Innovation & @localprogress.bsky.social outlines policies every city & state can adopt to put power back where it belongs: with working people.
📣NEW from Local Progress Impact Lab, @groundwork.bsky.social, & @stateinnovation.org
The cost of essentials like groceries, utilities, & rent have gone up, but wages have failed to keep up.
Our new policy agenda is for elected officials at all levels to make life more affordable.
The cost of essentials like groceries, utilities, & rent have gone up, but wages have failed to keep up.
Our new policy agenda is for elected officials at all levels to make life more affordable.
November 20, 2025 at 6:09 PM
📣NEW from Local Progress Impact Lab, @groundwork.bsky.social, & @stateinnovation.org
The cost of essentials like groceries, utilities, & rent have gone up, but wages have failed to keep up.
Our new policy agenda is for elected officials at all levels to make life more affordable.
The cost of essentials like groceries, utilities, & rent have gone up, but wages have failed to keep up.
Our new policy agenda is for elected officials at all levels to make life more affordable.
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Energized and inspired to be with @localprogress.bsky.social discussing what local leadership must look like in the face of rising authoritarianism.
As a District, we know that the way we turn away from fascism is by showing up for our neighbors and building community power, block by block.
As a District, we know that the way we turn away from fascism is by showing up for our neighbors and building community power, block by block.
November 19, 2025 at 4:34 PM
Energized and inspired to be with @localprogress.bsky.social discussing what local leadership must look like in the face of rising authoritarianism.
As a District, we know that the way we turn away from fascism is by showing up for our neighbors and building community power, block by block.
As a District, we know that the way we turn away from fascism is by showing up for our neighbors and building community power, block by block.
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We, the #BraveOfUS – Americans of all races, genders and backgrounds – are joining together to march, protect our neighbors, and keep our loved ones safe in the place we call home.
November 14, 2025 at 12:38 AM
We, the #BraveOfUS – Americans of all races, genders and backgrounds – are joining together to march, protect our neighbors, and keep our loved ones safe in the place we call home.
Starbucks is a multibillion dollar company.
The workers who make it what it is deserve higher take-home pay, better hours, and dignity and respect at the bargaining table.
Local elected officials across the country are in solidarity with @sbworkersunited.org ✊🏾☕️
#NoContractNoCoffee
The workers who make it what it is deserve higher take-home pay, better hours, and dignity and respect at the bargaining table.
Local elected officials across the country are in solidarity with @sbworkersunited.org ✊🏾☕️
#NoContractNoCoffee
As of this morning, Starbucks workers across the country are officially ON STRIKE. And we're prepared for this to become the biggest and longest ULP strike in Starbucks history.
Say #NoContractNoCoffee with us: DON'T BUY STARBUCKS for the duration of our open-ended ULP strike! $SBUX
Say #NoContractNoCoffee with us: DON'T BUY STARBUCKS for the duration of our open-ended ULP strike! $SBUX
November 17, 2025 at 7:07 PM
Starbucks is a multibillion dollar company.
The workers who make it what it is deserve higher take-home pay, better hours, and dignity and respect at the bargaining table.
Local elected officials across the country are in solidarity with @sbworkersunited.org ✊🏾☕️
#NoContractNoCoffee
The workers who make it what it is deserve higher take-home pay, better hours, and dignity and respect at the bargaining table.
Local elected officials across the country are in solidarity with @sbworkersunited.org ✊🏾☕️
#NoContractNoCoffee
We are SO proud of our incredible LP members in Providence, RI.
Check out their most recent move to strengthen sanctuary policies, designate schools & courts as safe spaces, & more.
https://rhodeislandcurrent.com/2025/11/06/providence-city-council-finalizes-limits-on-police-cooperation-with-ice/
Check out their most recent move to strengthen sanctuary policies, designate schools & courts as safe spaces, & more.
https://rhodeislandcurrent.com/2025/11/06/providence-city-council-finalizes-limits-on-police-cooperation-with-ice/
Providence City Council finalizes limits on police cooperation with ICE • Rhode Island Current
The Providence City Council on Thursday gave its final OK to tighten rules in order to deter local police from interacting with federal immigration officers, sending the measure to Mayor Brett Smiley, who has pledged to sign it.
rhodeislandcurrent.com
November 11, 2025 at 4:01 PM
We are SO proud of our incredible LP members in Providence, RI.
Check out their most recent move to strengthen sanctuary policies, designate schools & courts as safe spaces, & more.
https://rhodeislandcurrent.com/2025/11/06/providence-city-council-finalizes-limits-on-police-cooperation-with-ice/
Check out their most recent move to strengthen sanctuary policies, designate schools & courts as safe spaces, & more.
https://rhodeislandcurrent.com/2025/11/06/providence-city-council-finalizes-limits-on-police-cooperation-with-ice/
"While the Trump admin glamorizes wealth and hosts Gatsby-style galas, ordinary Americans, the ones who keep the lights on and make this country run, are struggling to afford groceries." - @davidstout.bsky.social
https://elpasomatters.org/2025/11/07/opinion-trump-shutdown-food-aid-el-paso-response/
https://elpasomatters.org/2025/11/07/opinion-trump-shutdown-food-aid-el-paso-response/
Opinion: Trump’s shutdown starves working families while the wealthy toast themselves
The contrast between Washington’s excess and working Americans’ hardship underscores a deep moral and economic divide, a county commissioner writes.
elpasomatters.org
November 10, 2025 at 5:02 PM
"While the Trump admin glamorizes wealth and hosts Gatsby-style galas, ordinary Americans, the ones who keep the lights on and make this country run, are struggling to afford groceries." - @davidstout.bsky.social
https://elpasomatters.org/2025/11/07/opinion-trump-shutdown-food-aid-el-paso-response/
https://elpasomatters.org/2025/11/07/opinion-trump-shutdown-food-aid-el-paso-response/
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Seeing @bradlander.bsky.social emphasize this at the @localprogress.bsky.social convening this summer helped give me the inspiration I needed to stay in the fight.
There’s so much to fight for and so much joy in doing it together.
There’s so much to fight for and so much joy in doing it together.
Fight don’t fold.
November 10, 2025 at 2:15 AM
Seeing @bradlander.bsky.social emphasize this at the @localprogress.bsky.social convening this summer helped give me the inspiration I needed to stay in the fight.
There’s so much to fight for and so much joy in doing it together.
There’s so much to fight for and so much joy in doing it together.
Bold, progressive voices across the country resoundingly won last night.
In addition to reelections, we're excited to celebrate the Local Progress members who ran for and were elected to a different local office this year! 🥳✨🧵
In addition to reelections, we're excited to celebrate the Local Progress members who ran for and were elected to a different local office this year! 🥳✨🧵
November 5, 2025 at 8:22 PM
Bold, progressive voices across the country resoundingly won last night.
In addition to reelections, we're excited to celebrate the Local Progress members who ran for and were elected to a different local office this year! 🥳✨🧵
In addition to reelections, we're excited to celebrate the Local Progress members who ran for and were elected to a different local office this year! 🥳✨🧵
Four years ago, Jaime Kinder made history as the first Black woman to become mayor of Meadville.
She has championed a climate action plan, free municipal ambulances, and stronger tenant protections. Huge congratulations on her re-election! 🥳
www.yahoo.com/news/article...
She has championed a climate action plan, free municipal ambulances, and stronger tenant protections. Huge congratulations on her re-election! 🥳
www.yahoo.com/news/article...
Democrats poised for sweep in Meadville
Six years after the first Vote for Meadville campaign succeeded in defeating two Republican incumbents and placing two political newcomers on Meadville City Council, the seemingly unstoppable team saw...
www.yahoo.com
November 5, 2025 at 8:20 PM
Four years ago, Jaime Kinder made history as the first Black woman to become mayor of Meadville.
She has championed a climate action plan, free municipal ambulances, and stronger tenant protections. Huge congratulations on her re-election! 🥳
www.yahoo.com/news/article...
She has championed a climate action plan, free municipal ambulances, and stronger tenant protections. Huge congratulations on her re-election! 🥳
www.yahoo.com/news/article...
As yesterday's election results roll in, it's clear that a racial and economic justice agenda that fights for communities won last night.
Follow along with us as we celebrate our amazing members on their re-elections 🎉🧵👇
Follow along with us as we celebrate our amazing members on their re-elections 🎉🧵👇
November 5, 2025 at 3:07 PM
As yesterday's election results roll in, it's clear that a racial and economic justice agenda that fights for communities won last night.
Follow along with us as we celebrate our amazing members on their re-elections 🎉🧵👇
Follow along with us as we celebrate our amazing members on their re-elections 🎉🧵👇
Sending so much love & excitement to Gabriela Santiago-Romero as she celebrates her re-election to Detroit City Council!
Gaby leads with courage -- fighting for immigrant communities, protecting affordable housing, standing with workers, & so much more. The future is bright with Gaby ❤️
Gaby leads with courage -- fighting for immigrant communities, protecting affordable housing, standing with workers, & so much more. The future is bright with Gaby ❤️
November 5, 2025 at 3:56 AM
Sending so much love & excitement to Gabriela Santiago-Romero as she celebrates her re-election to Detroit City Council!
Gaby leads with courage -- fighting for immigrant communities, protecting affordable housing, standing with workers, & so much more. The future is bright with Gaby ❤️
Gaby leads with courage -- fighting for immigrant communities, protecting affordable housing, standing with workers, & so much more. The future is bright with Gaby ❤️
Minneapolis will continue to have a champion in local government because @elliottpayne.org has won reelection!
From expanding alternatives to policing & championing workers rights to unapologetically fighting authoritarianism in this moment, Elliott is the leader MLPS needs.
From expanding alternatives to policing & championing workers rights to unapologetically fighting authoritarianism in this moment, Elliott is the leader MLPS needs.
November 5, 2025 at 3:53 AM
Minneapolis will continue to have a champion in local government because @elliottpayne.org has won reelection!
From expanding alternatives to policing & championing workers rights to unapologetically fighting authoritarianism in this moment, Elliott is the leader MLPS needs.
From expanding alternatives to policing & championing workers rights to unapologetically fighting authoritarianism in this moment, Elliott is the leader MLPS needs.
Tonight, @dorceyformayor.bsky.social made history. As a proud LP member, she becomes the first black woman EVER elected Mayor in Albany.
Just as her election marks a historic milestone, we know her administration will usher in historic change for Albany.
www.news10.com/news/your-lo...
Just as her election marks a historic milestone, we know her administration will usher in historic change for Albany.
www.news10.com/news/your-lo...
www.news10.com
November 5, 2025 at 3:05 AM
Tonight, @dorceyformayor.bsky.social made history. As a proud LP member, she becomes the first black woman EVER elected Mayor in Albany.
Just as her election marks a historic milestone, we know her administration will usher in historic change for Albany.
www.news10.com/news/your-lo...
Just as her election marks a historic milestone, we know her administration will usher in historic change for Albany.
www.news10.com/news/your-lo...
Being a progressive voice in a conservative state takes bravery. But when YT Bell’s community needed a voice, she stepped up.
LP is thrilled to congratulate YT Bell on her reelection victory and another term as a Clarkston Council Member.
LP is thrilled to congratulate YT Bell on her reelection victory and another term as a Clarkston Council Member.
November 5, 2025 at 2:54 AM
Being a progressive voice in a conservative state takes bravery. But when YT Bell’s community needed a voice, she stepped up.
LP is thrilled to congratulate YT Bell on her reelection victory and another term as a Clarkston Council Member.
LP is thrilled to congratulate YT Bell on her reelection victory and another term as a Clarkston Council Member.
Congratulations to LP Black Caucus member, Mary Sheffield for making history in becoming the first woman and the first Black woman mayor of Detroit! www.freep.com/story/news/p...
Mary Sheffield elected Detroit's next mayor, will make history as first woman to lead city
Detroit City Council President Mary Sheffield made history, becoming the city's first woman mayor in an election she led from start to finish.
www.freep.com
November 5, 2025 at 2:29 AM
Congratulations to LP Black Caucus member, Mary Sheffield for making history in becoming the first woman and the first Black woman mayor of Detroit! www.freep.com/story/news/p...
Corrupt politicians and shady business leaders wanted Larry Krasner out of office, but voters in Philly can't be bought with cheap lies.
With a resounding victory, Larry Krasner will have another four years to fight for the people of Philadelphia.
With a resounding victory, Larry Krasner will have another four years to fight for the people of Philadelphia.
November 5, 2025 at 2:20 AM
Corrupt politicians and shady business leaders wanted Larry Krasner out of office, but voters in Philly can't be bought with cheap lies.
With a resounding victory, Larry Krasner will have another four years to fight for the people of Philadelphia.
With a resounding victory, Larry Krasner will have another four years to fight for the people of Philadelphia.
Turning criminal justice reform from campaign slogans into actual policies isn't easy, but Stephanie Morales has done it again.
The entire LP family sends her a major CONGRATULATIONS on her well earned reelection victory 🎉
The entire LP family sends her a major CONGRATULATIONS on her well earned reelection victory 🎉
November 5, 2025 at 1:33 AM
Turning criminal justice reform from campaign slogans into actual policies isn't easy, but Stephanie Morales has done it again.
The entire LP family sends her a major CONGRATULATIONS on her well earned reelection victory 🎉
The entire LP family sends her a major CONGRATULATIONS on her well earned reelection victory 🎉