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progressivejon.bsky.social @progressivejon.bsky.social · 1d

Fantastic turnout for #nokings here in #GreatBarringtonMA, more than 1,100 of us, to remind Trump that in America we have a constitutional democracy, not a monarchy. #nokingsgreatbarringtonma

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progressivejon.bsky.social @progressivejon.bsky.social · 1d

We estimated 1,100 here in #greatbarringtonma, population 7,100! #nokings #nokingsgreatbarringtonma

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progressivejon.bsky.social @progressivejon.bsky.social · 23d

My thoughts on why it's so important to turn out on Oct 18 for the next #NoKings rally.

"In America, we don’t have kings, and we won’t back down against Trump’s lawlessness, chaos, corruption and cruelty. Don’t despair. Get energized and turn your anger into action."

RSVP at www.nokings.org#map

Letter: No Kings rallies against authoritarianism

To the editor: In June, millions of us participated in the first No Kings day of protest organized by Indivisible and other pro-democracy groups.

www.berkshireeagle.com

progressivejon.bsky.social @progressivejon.bsky.social · Sep 12

I'm attending “No Kings Protest Great Barrington MA” - RSVP now to join me or go to nokings.org to find local event. In America, we don’t have kings & we won’t back down against Trump’s lawlessness, chaos, corruption & cruelty. Don’t despair. Get energized & turn your anger into action! #nokings

No Kings Protest Great Barrington, MA · No Kings

**Take to the streets on Oct 18 to tell Trump: NO KINGS IN AMERICA** In June, millions of us participated in the first No Kings day of protest. It was one of the largest days of protest in U.S. histo...

www.mobilize.us

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progressivejon.bsky.social @progressivejon.bsky.social · Sep 12

Mom-in-law & I enjoyed meeting @jeromiewhalen.bsky.social, Democratic candidate for Congress MA 1st district.

Voters deserve choices. His platform aligns w/ things I care about: universal healthcare, education, reducing income inequality.

He's serious about winning. I like what I hear.

progressivejon.bsky.social @progressivejon.bsky.social · Sep 8

Persuasive. It's time for Congressional Democrats to take a bold, coherent stand against Trump and his MAGA sycophants in Congress. With a clear promise of what Democratic control means for the American people.

Opinion | Stop Acting Like This Is Normal

www.nytimes.com

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progressivejon.bsky.social @progressivejon.bsky.social · Sep 8

Here's your opportunity to make your voice heard in support of keeping people alive by following science and investing in public health. Everything that Trump and HHS Sec'y RFK Jr. are against.

Peter Morley ♿️ @petermorley.bsky.social · Sep 7

🚨NEED YOUR HELP: The public is allowed to REGISTER during ACIP (federal vaccine committees) meetings to provide FEEDBACK on vaccinations. YOU can PERSONALLY TELL anti-vaxxer RFK Jr., & his CRONIES: WE WANT OUR VACCINES!

PLEASE fill out THE FORM IN THE LINK AND REPOST!🚨

www2.cdc.gov/vaccines/aci...

ACIP Meeting Public Comment | Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices | CDCMinushome

ACIP Meetings: Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices

www2.cdc.gov

progressivejon.bsky.social @progressivejon.bsky.social · Aug 26

In this letter to the editor, I explain why we need to take to the streets on Labor Day for a #workersoverbillionaires rally.

Find a protest near you: www.mobilize.us/mayday/

Letter: Workers Over Billionaires rally set for Labor Day in Great Barrington

To the editor: For decades, Republicans have been at war against working people.

www.berkshireeagle.com

progressivejon.bsky.social @progressivejon.bsky.social · Aug 5

Just another example: when Republicans can't win playing by the rules they cheat. Gerrymandering TX to stay in power is just one more example. They know they'll lose control of Congress in the midterm elections because cutting taxes for the rich by cutting healthcare is widely unpopular.

Skye Perryman @skyeperryman.bsky.social · Aug 4

Despite his threats, Governor Abbott can’t remove lawmakers from office for protecting the right to vote.

I sent him a letter to remind him of what all Texans know: the Governor is not a king.

Read my full letter ⬇️

progressivejon.bsky.social @progressivejon.bsky.social · Aug 5

Just another example: when Republicans can't win playing by the rules, they cheat. Gerrymandering TX to keep themselves in power is just one more example.

progressivejon.bsky.social @progressivejon.bsky.social · Jul 29

I just called my Senators to express my opposition to appointment of Emil Bove to federal judiciary. He is one of the most unqualified persons ever to be nominated. He was recorded telling DOJ lawyers to ignore court orders.

CALL YOUR SENATORS TODAY, the vote is about to happen.https://5calls.org

5 Calls

Spend 5 minutes. Make 5 calls. Make your voice heard.

5calls.org

progressivejon.bsky.social @progressivejon.bsky.social · Jul 19

Great coverage by Berkshire Edge of our #GoodTroubleLivesOn rally to honor legacy of John Lewis and take action to protect the #freedomToVote.

'Good Trouble Lives On' in Great Barrington - The Berkshire Edge

“John Lewis would be at the forefront of these protests, and he would help organize everything because not only did he fight for voting rights, but he fought for human dignity,” Great Barrington event...

theberkshireedge.com

progressivejon.bsky.social @progressivejon.bsky.social · Jul 18

Great to be part of the effort with South County Resistance that got hundreds to turn out for the #GoodTroubleLivesOn national protest to honor the legacy of John Lewis and make some #GoodTroubleNecessaryTrouble to stop to the authoritarian takeover by Donald Trump. #thisiswhatdemocracylookslike

'Good Trouble Lives On' in Great Barrington - The Berkshire Edge

“John Lewis would be at the forefront of these protests, and he would help organize everything because not only did he fight for voting rights, but he fought for human dignity,” Great Barrington event...

theberkshireedge.com

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Truth in Democracy @truthindemocracy.bsky.social · Jul 15

Them voting against this confirmed there’s a list, and their sitting president is on it along with the rest of their allies.

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progressivejon.bsky.social @progressivejon.bsky.social · Jul 16

I'm attending John Lewis Actions's event, “GOOD TROUBLE LIVES ON: Great Barrington” - RSVP to join me in #GreatBarrington or in hundreds of locations around the country. #GoodTroubleLivesOn

GOOD TROUBLE LIVES ON: Great Barrington · John Lewis Actions

Good Trouble Lives On is a national day of nonviolent action to respond to the attacks posed on our civil and human rights by the Trump administration and to remind them that in America, the power lie...

www.mobilize.us

progressivejon.bsky.social @progressivejon.bsky.social · Jul 4

The propaganda email I got from the Social Security Administration just hours after House Republicans approved Trump’s budget bill infuriated me. So my 4th of July morning activity was to set the record straight. #4thofjuly #handsoffsocialsecurity

Social Security Administration Email Covers Up the Truth

The Trump/GOP budget bill isn't good for Social Security, but you wouldn't know that from the SSA's propaganda email.

open.substack.com

progressivejon.bsky.social @progressivejon.bsky.social · Jul 2

As if stripping healthcare insurance & cutting Medicaid for millions isn't enough, Senate GOP voted to repeal restrictions on silencers in place since 1934, making it easier for mass shooters, snipers & assassins to conceal gunfire & evade detection. Take action, write your Rep! @newtownaction.org

Tell Your Reps to Block Trump's Murder Bill

secure.everyaction.com

progressivejon.bsky.social @progressivejon.bsky.social · Jun 27

Read this letter to Senate Judiciary Committee from very conservative Society for the Rule of Law. It makes clear why Emil Bove is dangerously unfit to serve on the federal judiciary.

In his role at DOJ, he directed staff to ignore court orders. He's simply carrying out Trump's lawless agenda.

progressivejon.bsky.social @progressivejon.bsky.social · Jun 27

I just called @warren.senate.gov & @markey.senate.gov to oppose nomination of Emil Bove. He's supremely unqualified, exposed by very credible whistleblower.

Even more compelling is Society for Rule of Law opposing nomination in blistering terms (see link in comments).

CALL YOUR SENATORS TOO!

Oppose Trump Attorney Emil Bove for Federal Court Judge ⭑ 5 Calls

Trump has nominated Emil Bove, one of his hush money trial criminal defense attorneys, to serve as a federal appeals court judge on the 3rd U.S. …

5calls.org

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progressivejon.bsky.social @progressivejon.bsky.social · Jun 15

Impressive turnout for #nokings rally in #greatbarringtonma. Response from people driving by was fantastic, non-stop honking. #thisiswhatdemocracylookslike

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progressivejon.bsky.social @progressivejon.bsky.social · Jun 12

"Just because Abrego Garcia is back on US soil doesn’t mean Trump should be let off the hook. Judge Xinis should punish the officials who blatantly disregarded her orders. If they were sincere in their respect for upholding the Constitution, Congressional Republicans would be calling for the same."

Letter: Hold the Trump administration to the rule of law

To the editor: Republicans are fond of talking about the rule of law and respecting the Constitution.

www.berkshireeagle.com

progressivejon.bsky.social @progressivejon.bsky.social · Jun 10

The @jrnewtownaction.bsky.social hosted a powerful and meaningful #wearorange rally. So glad to be part of it.

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progressivejon.bsky.social @progressivejon.bsky.social · Jun 10

Trump is defying courts, ignoring the Constitution, giving tax cuts to himself and billionaires, damaging our economy and hurting everyday Americans. That's why I'm taking to the streets on No Kings Day for a nationwide day of defiance. app.sosha.ai/s/XKlBMF7S

Join me on June 14

app.sosha.ai

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progressivejon.bsky.social @progressivejon.bsky.social · Jun 6

June 6 I will #wearorange to recognize #NationalGunViolenceAwarenessDay, honoring victims of gun violence & continuing my commitment to advocate for common-sense gun regulation & funding for anti-violence programs.

Find an event near you at wearorange.org. I'll be w/ friends/advocates in #NewtownCT

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progressivejon.bsky.social @progressivejon.bsky.social · Jun 2

We need to protect our democracy from Trump's authoritarian, corrupt and inhumane reign of terror. That's why I'm attending the NO KINGS event in Great Barrington, MA - sign up now to join me there or elsewhere all over the US!

NO KINGS Great Barrington · No Kings

**In America, we don’t put up with would-be kings.** NO KINGS is a national day of action and mass mobilization in response to increasing authoritarian excesses and corruption from Trump and his allie...

www.mobilize.us

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