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Wake County Democratic Party @wakedems.bsky.social · 23h

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Soybean Farmer Explains Trump’s Trade War

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Wake County Democratic Party @wakedems.bsky.social · 23h

John Bartman, 5th generation farmer, tells his heartbreaking story as he suffers devastating losses at harvest due to Trump's trade war.

He shares, "I got to farm with my dad everyday. It's a wonderful way of life, and it's at risk. And it shouldn't be. It's total bullshit."

Democrats @democrats.org · 1d

America’s soybean farmers are at risk thanks to Trump’s tariffs.

Watch our newest ad—now live in Iowa, Wisconsin, Michigan, Missouri, Ohio, and Kentucky.

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Senator Bernie Sanders @sanders.senate.gov · 1d

It's day 13 of the shutdown. What's Trump doing?

Negotiating a budget deal? No.

Preventing premiums from doubling? No.

Stopping 15 million Americans from losing health care? No.

He's meeting the Pres. of Argentina to reward him with a $20 billion bailout.

America first?

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Roy Cooper @roycoopernc.bsky.social · 1d

Federal Recovery Czar Michael Whatley is failing the people of western North Carolina.

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Wake County Democratic Party @wakedems.bsky.social · 1d

Update: The people of North Carolina have choice words for Sen. Phil Berger on X.

Sen. Berger sold out NC to save his own senate seat. He can't even pass a budget!

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Wake County Democratic Party @wakedems.bsky.social · 1d

Jashi Abhirajan has served Morrisville for years, shaping parks, cultural events, and neighborhood programs. She’ll apply that same hands-on experience to expand public transit and keep housing affordable for all residents.

On November 4th, vote Jashi for Morrisville Town Council.

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Wiley Nickel @wileynickel.com · 1d

I’ve seen this movie before — and I didn’t like the ending. NC Republicans gerrymandered me out of my seat and cost Democrats control of Congress.

Now they’re coming for Don Davis. They couldn’t beat him at the ballot box, so they’re going to cheat. That’s not democracy — it’s rigging the system.

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Wake County Democratic Party @wakedems.bsky.social · 1d

For over 100 days, North Carolina’s GOP has failed to pass a budget or adequately fund Medicaid. But when Berger needs Trump’s endorsement for his rigged maps, they’re ready to deal “next week.”

Come support the @ncdemocrats.bsky.social this Thursday in Raleigh.

NC Democrats @ncdemocrats.bsky.social · 2d

Raleigh 📣 Join @wakedems.bsky.social on Thursday to demand lawmakers fund health care, pay workers, and end the Republican shutdown that’s putting patients and families at risk.
www.mobilize.us/ncdems/event...

STAND WITH US: Raleigh Press Conference · North Carolina Democrats

The government is closed because Republicans in Washington would rather shut down the government than fix the health care crisis that they created. Essential services are stalled, paychecks are frozen...

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Wake County Democratic Party @wakedems.bsky.social · 2d

NC residents are outraged by Phil Berger and Destin Hall's capitulation to Trump. They've completely lost the support of the people even on X!

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Wake County Democratic Party @wakedems.bsky.social · 2d

Medical debt is not a choice.

The continued work of former Gov. Cooper and current Gov. Stein bring relief to NC families who would otherwise never be able to reach financial freedom.

This is what Democratic leadership looks like, y'all, and this is what you vote for.

Governor Josh Stein @ncgovernor.bsky.social · 2d

Medical debt is a weight that keeps too many families from financial security and emotional and physical well-being. Today’s announcement will free millions of North Carolinians from financial stress so they can focus on getting healthy.

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NC Democrats @ncdemocrats.bsky.social · 2d

Raleigh 📣 Join @wakedems.bsky.social on Thursday to demand lawmakers fund health care, pay workers, and end the Republican shutdown that’s putting patients and families at risk.
www.mobilize.us/ncdems/event...

STAND WITH US: Raleigh Press Conference · North Carolina Democrats

The government is closed because Republicans in Washington would rather shut down the government than fix the health care crisis that they created. Essential services are stalled, paychecks are frozen...

www.mobilize.us

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Wiley Nickel @wileynickel.com · 3d

Had a great afternoon canvassing in Cary with @wakedems.bsky.social endorsed candidate Bella Huang and State Rep. Ya Liu.

Local elections matter — let’s make sure Wake County Democrats turn out strong this November. 💪🗳️

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Wake County Democratic Party @wakedems.bsky.social · 4d

Lorenda Overman, NC soybean farmer, says “We don’t sleep some nights … worried about how we’re going to figure out how to pay that loan back and pay our bills."

Trump's chaotic tariffs and trade war with China are threatening the livelihoods of North Carolinians state-wide.

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Democrats @democrats.org · 5d

Trump’s building a golf course in Qatar.
He accepted a $400M luxury jet as a gift from Qatar.
His son-in-law got a $1.5B investment from Qatar and other Middle Eastern countries.
His top officials like Kash Patel and Pam Bondi worked for Qatar.

And now this.

FactPost @factpostnews.bsky.social · 5d

Hegseth: I'm also proud that today we're signing a letter of acceptance to build a Qatari Emeri air force facility at the Mountain Home Airbase in Idaho.

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Wake County Democratic Party @wakedems.bsky.social · 4d

Their failure to legislate and DO THEIR JOBS has forced Gov. Stein and NC DHHS to make significant cuts to medicaid to avoid a catastrophe.

While the GOP-controlled House and Senate take vacation, NC families are worried about how they'll cover their medical expenses.

NC Senate Dems @ncsenatedems.bsky.social · 7d

When it comes to failing the people of NC, no one keeps it 💯 like Senate Republicans. We've now gone 100 days without a state budget. It's time for Republicans to get back to work and do their job!

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Wiley Nickel @wileynickel.com · 5d

Three years ago, we proved that when the playing field is fair, Democrats win.

Now, MAGA Republicans in North Carolina are trying to rig the system through gerrymandering once more — because they know they can’t win in a fair fight.

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Wake County Democratic Party @wakedems.bsky.social · 4d

Cary’s growth is slowing, and tough choices lie ahead. Brittany Richards is running for Town Council to protect our parks and green spaces, sustain high-quality services, and make responsible decisions that keep Cary a great family-centric town.

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Wake County Democratic Party @wakedems.bsky.social · 4d

Speaker Johnson thinks that affordable healthcare and saying "No Kings" is a "hate America rally", but we think he's running out of excuses for keeping the government shut down.

This government was founded on the protest of a King.

We hope to see ya'll on October 18th!

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Wake County Democratic Party @wakedems.bsky.social · 6d

There is ONE DAY LEFT to register to vote for the upcoming elections.

Virtually all municipalities excluding Raleigh proper will hold elections on November 4th.

Vote for the people you trust to lead your communities. These elections matter, folks!

iwillvote.com

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Wake County Democratic Party @wakedems.bsky.social · 7d

This is what Democratic leadership looks like.

Gov. Pritzker and Gov. Newsom send a very clear message to Trump: We will not be threatened, and you will not threaten our people.

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Representative Deborah Ross @ross.house.gov · 8d

Republicans shut down the government. Trump then threatened to fire thousands of federal workers. Now, Republicans are saying furloughed employees don't deserve pay for their hard work?

You're elected officials. End the shutdown and treat people with respect.
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Trump floats plan to deny back pay to furloughed federal workers after shutdown • NC Newsline

The Trump administration may try to interpret a law enacted during his first term in office differently than it did following the last government shutdown, potentially denying back pay to hundreds of ...

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Representative Deborah Ross @ross.house.gov · 8d

The victims of Jeffrey Epstein's abuse deserve justice. Pardoning their tormenter would be a slap in the face.

We need true accountability and justice. Release the files.
www.reuters.com/world/us/tru...

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Wake County Democratic Party @wakedems.bsky.social · 8d

Meet Ed Gray, for Apex Town Council.

Ed has a proven record of delivering for Apex by expanding parks and greenways, increasing public safety staffing and pay, supporting affordable housing, and funding new community spaces that make Apex a place where everyone belongs.

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Wake County Democratic Party @wakedems.bsky.social · 8d

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Wake County Democratic Party @wakedems.bsky.social · 10d

Meet Haseeb Fatmi, running for Wake Forest Town Commissioner.

Wake Forest deserves a future that puts people before developers. Haseeb is running to protect our green spaces, keep housing affordable, and build a walkable, connected, and inclusive community.

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