Abel Velasquez
@abelv127.bsky.social
Passionate about movies, video games, books, music, and learning new stuff. Die hard Celtics fan, but enjoy watching all sports.
"Knowing what's right doesn't mean much unless you do what's right" -Theodore Roosevelt
"Knowing what's right doesn't mean much unless you do what's right" -Theodore Roosevelt
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Even if the House was fully functional, they're in session for an avg of 147 days and out for 218.
Under Speaker Johnson, Congress has been in session only 12 of the last 97 days, and he still won't swear in Representative-elect Adelita Grijalva.
These are the people who demand Work Requirements.😐
Under Speaker Johnson, Congress has been in session only 12 of the last 97 days, and he still won't swear in Representative-elect Adelita Grijalva.
These are the people who demand Work Requirements.😐
October 28, 2025 at 4:45 PM
Even if the House was fully functional, they're in session for an avg of 147 days and out for 218.
Under Speaker Johnson, Congress has been in session only 12 of the last 97 days, and he still won't swear in Representative-elect Adelita Grijalva.
These are the people who demand Work Requirements.😐
Under Speaker Johnson, Congress has been in session only 12 of the last 97 days, and he still won't swear in Representative-elect Adelita Grijalva.
These are the people who demand Work Requirements.😐
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I have been charged in a federal indictment sought by the Department of Justice.
This political prosecution is an attack on all of our First Amendment rights. I’m not backing down, and we’re going to win.
This political prosecution is an attack on all of our First Amendment rights. I’m not backing down, and we’re going to win.
October 29, 2025 at 4:55 PM
I have been charged in a federal indictment sought by the Department of Justice.
This political prosecution is an attack on all of our First Amendment rights. I’m not backing down, and we’re going to win.
This political prosecution is an attack on all of our First Amendment rights. I’m not backing down, and we’re going to win.
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We now have legal fees on top of our campaign expenses.
You can help us stand up to the Trump administration by chipping in here: katforillinois.com/legal
You can help us stand up to the Trump administration by chipping in here: katforillinois.com/legal
Donate to Kat Abughazaleh
Show your support with a contribution.
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October 29, 2025 at 4:55 PM
We now have legal fees on top of our campaign expenses.
You can help us stand up to the Trump administration by chipping in here: katforillinois.com/legal
You can help us stand up to the Trump administration by chipping in here: katforillinois.com/legal
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“URGENT. 8X MATCH. THIS IS OUR LAST CHANCE.”
Ugh if I never get another text like that it won’t be soon enough!!!
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Ugh if I never get another text like that it won’t be soon enough!!!
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August 19, 2025 at 11:36 PM
“URGENT. 8X MATCH. THIS IS OUR LAST CHANCE.”
Ugh if I never get another text like that it won’t be soon enough!!!
🧵
Ugh if I never get another text like that it won’t be soon enough!!!
🧵
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There is nothing Jared Moskowitz loves more than being the token right-wing Democrat on conservative media.
Scott Jennings goes on CNN every night to dehumanize immigrants.
Fitting that the ONLY Florida Democrat to vote for Trump’s immigration law is hamming it up with fascists.
Scott Jennings goes on CNN every night to dehumanize immigrants.
Fitting that the ONLY Florida Democrat to vote for Trump’s immigration law is hamming it up with fascists.
August 15, 2025 at 11:17 PM
There is nothing Jared Moskowitz loves more than being the token right-wing Democrat on conservative media.
Scott Jennings goes on CNN every night to dehumanize immigrants.
Fitting that the ONLY Florida Democrat to vote for Trump’s immigration law is hamming it up with fascists.
Scott Jennings goes on CNN every night to dehumanize immigrants.
Fitting that the ONLY Florida Democrat to vote for Trump’s immigration law is hamming it up with fascists.
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The FL23 primary is 1 year away.
THE CHOICE:
Oliver Larkin: No corporate PACs, fighting for Medicare for All, $25/Hr, & a Green New Deal.
Jared Moskowitz: Voted for Trump’s immigration law, 2x DeSantis appointee, 1st Dem on DOGE.
Donate to help us win: secure.actblue.com/donate/ofc_s...
THE CHOICE:
Oliver Larkin: No corporate PACs, fighting for Medicare for All, $25/Hr, & a Green New Deal.
Jared Moskowitz: Voted for Trump’s immigration law, 2x DeSantis appointee, 1st Dem on DOGE.
Donate to help us win: secure.actblue.com/donate/ofc_s...
I just gave to Oliver for Congress!
Become a founding donor, donate today.
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August 18, 2025 at 5:38 PM
The FL23 primary is 1 year away.
THE CHOICE:
Oliver Larkin: No corporate PACs, fighting for Medicare for All, $25/Hr, & a Green New Deal.
Jared Moskowitz: Voted for Trump’s immigration law, 2x DeSantis appointee, 1st Dem on DOGE.
Donate to help us win: secure.actblue.com/donate/ofc_s...
THE CHOICE:
Oliver Larkin: No corporate PACs, fighting for Medicare for All, $25/Hr, & a Green New Deal.
Jared Moskowitz: Voted for Trump’s immigration law, 2x DeSantis appointee, 1st Dem on DOGE.
Donate to help us win: secure.actblue.com/donate/ofc_s...
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Rep. Clark is right.
We start by primarying AIPAC Dems who cover up Israel’s genocide in Gaza.
I’m running in FL23 against Jared Moskowitz—who authored the House amendment barring the State Dept from citing Gaza Health Ministry death tolls.
Help us win: OliverForCongress.com
We start by primarying AIPAC Dems who cover up Israel’s genocide in Gaza.
I’m running in FL23 against Jared Moskowitz—who authored the House amendment barring the State Dept from citing Gaza Health Ministry death tolls.
Help us win: OliverForCongress.com
August 15, 2025 at 9:06 PM
Rep. Clark is right.
We start by primarying AIPAC Dems who cover up Israel’s genocide in Gaza.
I’m running in FL23 against Jared Moskowitz—who authored the House amendment barring the State Dept from citing Gaza Health Ministry death tolls.
Help us win: OliverForCongress.com
We start by primarying AIPAC Dems who cover up Israel’s genocide in Gaza.
I’m running in FL23 against Jared Moskowitz—who authored the House amendment barring the State Dept from citing Gaza Health Ministry death tolls.
Help us win: OliverForCongress.com
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Just 8% of Americans support Israel’s military actions in Gaza.
Rep. Clark contradicting herself to appease MAGA billionaire-funded AIPAC reinforces voters’ worst perceptions that Democrats are frauds, hypocrites, and liars.
*This* is why Democratic Party approval is at an all time low.
Rep. Clark contradicting herself to appease MAGA billionaire-funded AIPAC reinforces voters’ worst perceptions that Democrats are frauds, hypocrites, and liars.
*This* is why Democratic Party approval is at an all time low.
August 19, 2025 at 2:53 AM
Just 8% of Americans support Israel’s military actions in Gaza.
Rep. Clark contradicting herself to appease MAGA billionaire-funded AIPAC reinforces voters’ worst perceptions that Democrats are frauds, hypocrites, and liars.
*This* is why Democratic Party approval is at an all time low.
Rep. Clark contradicting herself to appease MAGA billionaire-funded AIPAC reinforces voters’ worst perceptions that Democrats are frauds, hypocrites, and liars.
*This* is why Democratic Party approval is at an all time low.
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It’s official– I’m running for US Congress in #IA-03!
This district is my home. I’m running for Congress because Iowans need a fighter for them in Washington and Zach Nunn isn’t up to the job.
Join our campaign and help us win:
secure.actblue.com/donate/jk-bs...
This district is my home. I’m running for Congress because Iowans need a fighter for them in Washington and Zach Nunn isn’t up to the job.
Join our campaign and help us win:
secure.actblue.com/donate/jk-bs...
May 8, 2025 at 11:12 AM
It’s official– I’m running for US Congress in #IA-03!
This district is my home. I’m running for Congress because Iowans need a fighter for them in Washington and Zach Nunn isn’t up to the job.
Join our campaign and help us win:
secure.actblue.com/donate/jk-bs...
This district is my home. I’m running for Congress because Iowans need a fighter for them in Washington and Zach Nunn isn’t up to the job.
Join our campaign and help us win:
secure.actblue.com/donate/jk-bs...
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Zach Nunn’s reckless tariffs are raising prices on household basics.Iowans can’t afford to let him stay in Congress.
July 31, 2025 at 2:32 PM
Zach Nunn’s reckless tariffs are raising prices on household basics.Iowans can’t afford to let him stay in Congress.
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There’s a couple days left—get to the Iowa State Fair to get your favorites!
August 14, 2025 at 9:17 PM
There’s a couple days left—get to the Iowa State Fair to get your favorites!
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I’ve dedicated my life to protecting democracy & fighting for freedom. It’s why we stood up to Putin and why I spoke out against Trump.
My next mission: fighting for what’s right here at home. I’m running for #MI07 because it's time to put Michigan families first and fight back.
My next mission: fighting for what’s right here at home. I’m running for #MI07 because it's time to put Michigan families first and fight back.
June 18, 2025 at 10:09 AM
I’ve dedicated my life to protecting democracy & fighting for freedom. It’s why we stood up to Putin and why I spoke out against Trump.
My next mission: fighting for what’s right here at home. I’m running for #MI07 because it's time to put Michigan families first and fight back.
My next mission: fighting for what’s right here at home. I’m running for #MI07 because it's time to put Michigan families first and fight back.
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In 2024, this was the one of closest races in the country. Now this is an open seat and our race moved from Toss-Up to Leans Democrat!
I'm just $6,361 away from reaching our end of quarter goal -- can you chip in a few dollars to help us flip this seat? secure.actblue.com/donate/dpfc-...
I'm just $6,361 away from reaching our end of quarter goal -- can you chip in a few dollars to help us flip this seat? secure.actblue.com/donate/dpfc-...
It's Time To Be Brave.
Chip in today to help power this grassroots movement.
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July 1, 2025 at 2:10 AM
In 2024, this was the one of closest races in the country. Now this is an open seat and our race moved from Toss-Up to Leans Democrat!
I'm just $6,361 away from reaching our end of quarter goal -- can you chip in a few dollars to help us flip this seat? secure.actblue.com/donate/dpfc-...
I'm just $6,361 away from reaching our end of quarter goal -- can you chip in a few dollars to help us flip this seat? secure.actblue.com/donate/dpfc-...
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This week marks 60 years of Americans counting on Medicare and Medicaid to be there for them.
The GOP budget robs billions of dollars from Medicaid, taking health care from 46,000 Granite Staters.
And if we don't stop them soon it's going to get worse, not better.
www.politico.com/live-updates...
The GOP budget robs billions of dollars from Medicaid, taking health care from 46,000 Granite Staters.
And if we don't stop them soon it's going to get worse, not better.
www.politico.com/live-updates...
Ron Johnson believes he will get ‘second bite of the apple’ on Medicaid cuts
The Wisconsin Republican said leadership and the White House promised him another chance to make dramatic reductions to the health safety net program.
www.politico.com
July 31, 2025 at 5:45 PM
This week marks 60 years of Americans counting on Medicare and Medicaid to be there for them.
The GOP budget robs billions of dollars from Medicaid, taking health care from 46,000 Granite Staters.
And if we don't stop them soon it's going to get worse, not better.
www.politico.com/live-updates...
The GOP budget robs billions of dollars from Medicaid, taking health care from 46,000 Granite Staters.
And if we don't stop them soon it's going to get worse, not better.
www.politico.com/live-updates...
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Trump’s terrible tariffs are already hitting us hard.
Canadian tourism in NH is down 30% because Trump is sabotaging our relationship with our neighbors to the north.
In Congress, I’ll fight to rebuild partnerships and protect NH small businesses.
Canadian tourism in NH is down 30% because Trump is sabotaging our relationship with our neighbors to the north.
In Congress, I’ll fight to rebuild partnerships and protect NH small businesses.
New Hampshire business officials say tourism from Canada is down roughly 30% amid rising tension between the Trump administration and Canadian government. From @willskipworth.bsky.social #NHPolitics
Number of Canadian tourists visiting New Hampshire down 30% this year, officials say • New Hampshire Bulletin
On Wednesday, Gov. Kelly Ayotte said New Hampshire has “open arms” for visitors from Canada. The data suggests that gesture hasn’t been enough to persuade them to cross the border.
newhampshirebulletin.com
August 14, 2025 at 3:45 PM
Trump’s terrible tariffs are already hitting us hard.
Canadian tourism in NH is down 30% because Trump is sabotaging our relationship with our neighbors to the north.
In Congress, I’ll fight to rebuild partnerships and protect NH small businesses.
Canadian tourism in NH is down 30% because Trump is sabotaging our relationship with our neighbors to the north.
In Congress, I’ll fight to rebuild partnerships and protect NH small businesses.
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Arizonans in #AZ06 deserve a leader who isn’t afraid to stand up for their families and protect their health care — and that’s exactly who @mendoza4az.bsky.social will be. As a lifelong Arizonan and a 20-year Navy and Marine veteran, she knows our communities and what it means to serve.
August 14, 2025 at 3:23 PM
Arizonans in #AZ06 deserve a leader who isn’t afraid to stand up for their families and protect their health care — and that’s exactly who @mendoza4az.bsky.social will be. As a lifelong Arizonan and a 20-year Navy and Marine veteran, she knows our communities and what it means to serve.
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My name is JoAnna Mendoza. In the Marine Corps, we have a saying: lead, follow, or get the hell out of the way.
I’m running for Congress in the most competitive seat in Arizona. Together, we will flip Arizona's 6th blue.
Spread the word.
I’m running for Congress in the most competitive seat in Arizona. Together, we will flip Arizona's 6th blue.
Spread the word.
March 28, 2025 at 2:12 PM
My name is JoAnna Mendoza. In the Marine Corps, we have a saying: lead, follow, or get the hell out of the way.
I’m running for Congress in the most competitive seat in Arizona. Together, we will flip Arizona's 6th blue.
Spread the word.
I’m running for Congress in the most competitive seat in Arizona. Together, we will flip Arizona's 6th blue.
Spread the word.
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60 years ago, Medicare & Medicaid became law-transforming healthcare.
On July 4, 2025, a new law was signed, cutting $1T from Medicaid, the largest reduction in its history.
The CBO says 17M Americans will lose coverage.
Healthcare is a right. We must do better. #ProtectMedicare
On July 4, 2025, a new law was signed, cutting $1T from Medicaid, the largest reduction in its history.
The CBO says 17M Americans will lose coverage.
Healthcare is a right. We must do better. #ProtectMedicare
August 6, 2025 at 2:42 AM
60 years ago, Medicare & Medicaid became law-transforming healthcare.
On July 4, 2025, a new law was signed, cutting $1T from Medicaid, the largest reduction in its history.
The CBO says 17M Americans will lose coverage.
Healthcare is a right. We must do better. #ProtectMedicare
On July 4, 2025, a new law was signed, cutting $1T from Medicaid, the largest reduction in its history.
The CBO says 17M Americans will lose coverage.
Healthcare is a right. We must do better. #ProtectMedicare
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Yesterday I stood with Arizonans tired of being ignored. Too many families feel unheard and left behind. I’m running for Congress to change that—because Arizona deserves leadership that shows up, listens, and fights for real change. ✍🏽 Join us: www.amishforarizona.com/takeaction
August 19, 2025 at 2:21 AM
Yesterday I stood with Arizonans tired of being ignored. Too many families feel unheard and left behind. I’m running for Congress to change that—because Arizona deserves leadership that shows up, listens, and fights for real change. ✍🏽 Join us: www.amishforarizona.com/takeaction
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I am proud to share that U.S. Representative Becca Balint has endorsed our campaign for Michigan's 10th Congressional District.
August 7, 2025 at 1:31 PM
I am proud to share that U.S. Representative Becca Balint has endorsed our campaign for Michigan's 10th Congressional District.
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I am honored to have Representative Tokuda’s endorsement. Working families deserve leaders who will fight for them—bringing good-paying jobs back to our communities, lowering costs, and making sure no one gets left behind. I look forward to working alongside the Representative to do so in Congress.
August 14, 2025 at 1:58 PM
I am honored to have Representative Tokuda’s endorsement. Working families deserve leaders who will fight for them—bringing good-paying jobs back to our communities, lowering costs, and making sure no one gets left behind. I look forward to working alongside the Representative to do so in Congress.
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I am proud to share that U.S. Representative Jill Tokuda (@jilltokuda.bsky.social) has endorsed our campaign for Michigan's 10th Congressional District.
August 14, 2025 at 1:58 PM
I am proud to share that U.S. Representative Jill Tokuda (@jilltokuda.bsky.social) has endorsed our campaign for Michigan's 10th Congressional District.
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U.S. Rep. Kristen McDonald Rivet became the first member of Michigan's delegation to back state Sen. Jeremy Moss for Congress.
Moss gets nod from McDonald Rivet in bid to represent Oakland County in Congress
U.S. Rep. Kristen McDonald Rivet became the first member of Michigan's delegation to back state Sen. Jeremy Moss for Congress.
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August 13, 2025 at 11:30 AM
U.S. Rep. Kristen McDonald Rivet became the first member of Michigan's delegation to back state Sen. Jeremy Moss for Congress.
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I’ve represented half of MI-11 in the State Senate. I share your alarm and anguish about the state of our economy and our democracy.
I’ve never been a status-quo politician. I think this Congress that rubber stamps all of Trump’s chaos needs disruption.
That’s why I’m running.
I’ve never been a status-quo politician. I think this Congress that rubber stamps all of Trump’s chaos needs disruption.
That’s why I’m running.
August 15, 2025 at 4:32 PM
I’ve represented half of MI-11 in the State Senate. I share your alarm and anguish about the state of our economy and our democracy.
I’ve never been a status-quo politician. I think this Congress that rubber stamps all of Trump’s chaos needs disruption.
That’s why I’m running.
I’ve never been a status-quo politician. I think this Congress that rubber stamps all of Trump’s chaos needs disruption.
That’s why I’m running.