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Nebraska 50501 @nebraska50501.bsky.social · 11h

Absolutely amazing! Thank you Omaha!

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JPH @mrjph.bsky.social · 1d

Some quick passing pics of signs from the #NoKings protest today that I saw and liked

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ACLU of Nebraska @aclune.bsky.social · 2d

After weeks of delays and public record request denials, Gov. Jim Pillen’s office has released the contract that facilitates the state’s repurposing of a McCook state prison facility into a state-owned ICE detention center. It raises new questions and concerns.

Contract for ICE Detention Camp Raises New Questions - ACLU of Nebraska

After weeks of delays and public record request denials, Gov. Jim Pillen’s office has released the contract.

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Nebraska 50501 @nebraska50501.bsky.social · 3d

Let's gooo!! October 18th #NoKings We are up to 16!
Alliance, Beatrice, Blair, Chadron, David City, Fremont, Grand Island, Hastings, Kearney, Lincoln, Norfolk, North Platte, Ogallala, Omaha, Scottsbluff, & Wayne!

Go to NoKings.org to find one near you.
#50501movement #indivisible #nebraska50501

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Nebraska 50501 @nebraska50501.bsky.social · 4d

Join ACLU this evening!
act.aclu.org/a/no-kings-k...

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Indivisible ❌👑 @indivisible.org · 10d

The difference between Democrats surrendering in March and fighting back now is us. We’re building a unified opposition party that stands up to Trump’s regime and its enablers. Let’s encourage Democrats to keep fighting to protect healthcare for millions of Americans: indivisible.org/campaign/sto...

Axios headline: “Mike Johnson faces growing internal revolt over shutdown”

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Alt National Park Service @altnps.bsky.social · 10d

The loyalty purge continues. This week, FBI Director Kash Patel dismissed two longtime agents who had previously worked with Special Counsel Jack Smith, who led the federal investigations into Trump. Both agents had strong performance records, and no official reason was provided for their removal.

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Nebraska 50501 @nebraska50501.bsky.social · 10d

"Smart people don't like me." -DJT

True. Sincerely, The World ❌👑
#nokings
See you 10/18 in: Alliance, Beatrice, Chadron, David City, Fremont, Grand Island, Hastings, Kearney, Lincoln, Norfolk, North Platte, Ogallala, Omaha, Scottsbluff, & Wayne!

Nokings.org for more info on one near you.

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Nebraska 50501 @nebraska50501.bsky.social · 14d

We've added to the list! ❌👑
Nebraska has 12 events for #NoKings on 10/18.
BEATRICE
CHADRON
FREMONT
GRAND ISLAND
HASTINGS
KEARNEY
LINCOLN
NORFOLK
NORTH PLATTE
OMAHA
SCOTTSBLUFF
WAYNE
www.mobilize.us/nokings/?cou...

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Nebraska 50501 @nebraska50501.bsky.social · 15d

See you 10-18 for #nokings across the state. Find one near you on nokings.org.
Beatrice, Chadron, Fremont Grand Island, Hastings, Lincoln, Norfolk, Omaha, Scottsbluff, Wayne
#50501movement #nebraska50501

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Nebraska 50501 @nebraska50501.bsky.social · 19d

Oct 18 - Nebraskans will join millions across the country to say, in the USA, we don’t do wannabe dictators or Kings. No Thrones. No Crowns. No Kings. Join us at #NoKings
BEATRICE
CHADRON
FREMONT
HASTINGS
LINCOLN
NORTH PLATTE
OMAHA
SCOTTSBLUFF
WAYNE
www.mobilize.us/nokings/?cou...

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Nebraska 50501 @nebraska50501.bsky.social · Sep 5

Friday, Sept 12 at 9:00 AM, Room 1507. There is an Interim Hearing scheduled regarding the McCook facility. Let's pack that room!

You can also submit comments online. Use the 👇 link, scroll down and click "Submit Comments Online for LR148.
nebraskalegislature.gov/bills/view_b...
#nebraska

Nebraska Legislature - Legislative Document

Nebraska Legislature

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Nebraska 50501 @nebraska50501.bsky.social · Aug 30

Our power is in #solidarity. Let’s show up for each other this #laborday (and every day). We say #WorkersOverBillionaires! #50501movement #50501
Fremont
Grand Island
Lincoln
Norfolk
Omaha
Scottsbluff
Wayne
www.mobilize.us/mayday/?coun...
#nebraska50501 #50501lincoln #50501omaha #westernnebraska50501

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Alt National Park Service @altnps.bsky.social · Aug 29

Iran, North Korea, Cuba, and Syria (all under broad U.S. sanctions) still attend the UN General Assembly without obstruction. Their presence underscores a long-standing commitment to international law and the principle that diplomacy, not isolation, takes center stage at the UN.

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Alt National Park Service @altnps.bsky.social · Aug 29

This isn’t normal, but then again, nothing they do ever is. And yes, this is fucked up, but so is almost everything else coming out of this administration. So here’s what’s going on. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced that the United States will not grant visas to Palestinian officials,

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Indivisible Nebraska @indivisibleneb.bsky.social · Aug 26

In Omaha, we're co-hosting with other groups like @nebraska50501.bsky.social and Women's March Nebraska to rally at Memorial Park from 2-4, then a march to 72nd and Dodge from 4-5pm.
Info/signups are at link below:

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Nebraska 50501 @nebraska50501.bsky.social · Aug 25

Our power is in #solidarity. Let’s show up for each other this #laborday. We say #WorkersOverBillionaires! #50501movement #50501

#Fremont
#GrandIsland
#Lincoln
#Norfolk
#Omaha
#Scottsbluff
#Wayne

www.mobilize.us/mayday/?coun...
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Nebraska 50501 @nebraska50501.bsky.social · Aug 22

Our power is in #solidarity. Let’s show up for each other this #laborday (and every day). We say #WorkersOverBillionaires! #50501movement #50501
Grand Island
Lincoln
Norfolk
Omaha
Scottsbluff
Wayne
www.mobilize.us/mayday/?coun...
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Nebraska 50501 @nebraska50501.bsky.social · Aug 20

Friends- the Governor & DH$ decided McCook was a good spot. A petition just launched. Say NO to the facility, 🧊, and f@scism! www.change.org/p/shut-down-...

@nebraskadems.bsky.social @indivisibleneb.bsky.social @indivisiblelne.bsky.social @50501-yorkne.bsky.social

Sign the Petition

Shut Down the New ICE Jail in Nebraska: No to the “Cornhusker Clink”

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Nebraska 50501 @nebraska50501.bsky.social · Aug 16

Flight the Trump Takeover today in Lincoln! 27th & O St
10am-12pm
Bring a friend!! See you out there!

Nebraska 50501 @nebraska50501.bsky.social · Aug 15

Planning to go tomorrow, August 16? Please register. This helps organizers to plan.
www.mobilize.us/fightthetrum...

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Free DC @freedcproject.bsky.social · Aug 16

DC will not stand idle as this administration tries to take our people and our home.

Esther Ciammachilli @estherc.bsky.social · Aug 16

Crowd at Audi Field chanting “Free D.C.” at the Spirit match.
#freedc

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Nebraska 50501 @nebraska50501.bsky.social · Aug 15

Planning to go tomorrow, August 16? Please register. This helps organizers to plan.
www.mobilize.us/fightthetrum...

Nebraska 50501 @nebraska50501.bsky.social · Aug 15

Fight the Trump Takeover!

LINCOLN
Saturday, Aug 16 10am-12pm. 27th & O St.
Let's slow things down a bit. Take a walk with us. 😉

(Make sure to bring water with you, dress lightly, and don't forget your sunblock! It's supposed to be HOT) #50501lincoln

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Nebraska 50501 @nebraska50501.bsky.social · Aug 12

📣 📣 LINCOLN, it's official! Join #5050Lincoln, #nebraska50501, and the #50501movement for #WorkersOverBillionaires this #LaborDay.
Register for the event here www.mobilize.us/mayday/event...

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Nebraska 50501 @nebraska50501.bsky.social · Aug 9

@50501movement.bsky.social
Don't forget to mark this one on your calendar!
September 1st, #laborday, #workersoverbillionaires

#nebraska50501 #50501lincoln #50501omaha #westernnebraska50501 @the50501movement.bsky.social

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