Aparna Raj
@aparnafordc.bsky.social
Running for DC Council, Ward 1 ☝🏾 Union member, tenant organizer, Democratic Socialist. 🌹
A better world is possible! ☀️ aparnafordc.com
Donate today: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/aparnafordc
A better world is possible! ☀️ aparnafordc.com
Donate today: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/aparnafordc
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Aparna Raj
@aparnafordc.bsky.social
· Aug 12
People are being forced out of DC. The cost of living is too high, and Trump is waging an all-out assault on the District.
It should be easier and more affordable to build a life here.
That's why I’m running for DC Council in Ward 1.
Join us: aparnafordc.com/donate
It should be easier and more affordable to build a life here.
That's why I’m running for DC Council in Ward 1.
Join us: aparnafordc.com/donate
Horrified by this.
Violence in any form is absolutely unacceptable, and I'm keeping these two service members and their families in my thoughts.
Trump's political theater makes us all less safe. I hope that all National Guard members in DC are able to return home to their families soon.
Violence in any form is absolutely unacceptable, and I'm keeping these two service members and their families in my thoughts.
Trump's political theater makes us all less safe. I hope that all National Guard members in DC are able to return home to their families soon.
BREAKING: Two National Guard members have been shot in Washington, D.C., and their condition isn't known, AP source says.
Two National Guard members shot in Washington, D.C., and their condition isn't known, AP source says
Two National Guard soldiers were shot Wednesday near the White House and their conditions aren’t immediately known, according to a law enforcement official not authorized to discuss the matter publicly and spoke to AP on condition of anonymity.Emergency vehicles were seen responding to the area.
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November 26, 2025 at 9:58 PM
Horrified by this.
Violence in any form is absolutely unacceptable, and I'm keeping these two service members and their families in my thoughts.
Trump's political theater makes us all less safe. I hope that all National Guard members in DC are able to return home to their families soon.
Violence in any form is absolutely unacceptable, and I'm keeping these two service members and their families in my thoughts.
Trump's political theater makes us all less safe. I hope that all National Guard members in DC are able to return home to their families soon.
In the growing corporate consolidation of news outlets, supporting local news is vitally important - covering local politics, preserving culture & history, and building our sense of community.
I’m proud to be a subscriber of @51st.news and everyone should join as well. 👇🏾🗞️
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I’m proud to be a subscriber of @51st.news and everyone should join as well. 👇🏾🗞️
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November 26, 2025 at 2:24 AM
In the growing corporate consolidation of news outlets, supporting local news is vitally important - covering local politics, preserving culture & history, and building our sense of community.
I’m proud to be a subscriber of @51st.news and everyone should join as well. 👇🏾🗞️
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I’m proud to be a subscriber of @51st.news and everyone should join as well. 👇🏾🗞️
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Let’s do this! I’m maxed out already but everyone should join me. We’re fighting for a free DC, where everyone can afford to live a dignified life, no matter where they’re from. www.aparnafordc.com/donate
November 25, 2025 at 2:35 PM
Let’s do this! I’m maxed out already but everyone should join me. We’re fighting for a free DC, where everyone can afford to live a dignified life, no matter where they’re from. www.aparnafordc.com/donate
We’re almost there! 🤩 In our first week, we’ve hit $2,285 – just $915 left to go. 🧡🩷💜
This is a people-powered movement, and your support is what makes it possible. Chip in today and help us finish strong:
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This is a people-powered movement, and your support is what makes it possible. Chip in today and help us finish strong:
secure.actblue.com/donate/aparn...
November 25, 2025 at 2:14 PM
We’re almost there! 🤩 In our first week, we’ve hit $2,285 – just $915 left to go. 🧡🩷💜
This is a people-powered movement, and your support is what makes it possible. Chip in today and help us finish strong:
secure.actblue.com/donate/aparn...
This is a people-powered movement, and your support is what makes it possible. Chip in today and help us finish strong:
secure.actblue.com/donate/aparn...
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“When shootings involving MPD officers happen, there are laws and regulations requiring that specific information be shared. The two recent shootings, though, show the significant gap in transparency that exists when federal agents pull the trigger.”
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November 24, 2025 at 3:38 PM
“When shootings involving MPD officers happen, there are laws and regulations requiring that specific information be shared. The two recent shootings, though, show the significant gap in transparency that exists when federal agents pull the trigger.”
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This morning, we delivered groceries to seniors in Columbia Heights ahead of Thanksgiving.
Senior hunger was already such a huge issue, and food insecurity in DC has only gotten worse over the past couple months.
Support We Are Family or another org!
wearefamilydc.org
Senior hunger was already such a huge issue, and food insecurity in DC has only gotten worse over the past couple months.
Support We Are Family or another org!
wearefamilydc.org
November 22, 2025 at 7:10 PM
This morning, we delivered groceries to seniors in Columbia Heights ahead of Thanksgiving.
Senior hunger was already such a huge issue, and food insecurity in DC has only gotten worse over the past couple months.
Support We Are Family or another org!
wearefamilydc.org
Senior hunger was already such a huge issue, and food insecurity in DC has only gotten worse over the past couple months.
Support We Are Family or another org!
wearefamilydc.org
On Trans Day of Remembrance, we honor the lives stolen by violence and a system that fails trans people.
I will always stand with trans people in the fight for employment protections, health care, and the right to live freely.
May the memories of those lost move us to action.
I will always stand with trans people in the fight for employment protections, health care, and the right to live freely.
May the memories of those lost move us to action.
November 20, 2025 at 3:49 PM
On Trans Day of Remembrance, we honor the lives stolen by violence and a system that fails trans people.
I will always stand with trans people in the fight for employment protections, health care, and the right to live freely.
May the memories of those lost move us to action.
I will always stand with trans people in the fight for employment protections, health care, and the right to live freely.
May the memories of those lost move us to action.
The fight for a free DC is a fight for the soul of our country.
November 20, 2025 at 2:20 AM
The fight for a free DC is a fight for the soul of our country.
Today is the day! Aparna’s officially 32 🦂🎂🥳, and there are just 11 days left to get us to our goal of raising $3,200 from DC donors.
Together we can live in a DC and a Ward 1 that works for all of us.
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Together we can live in a DC and a Ward 1 that works for all of us.
secure.actblue.com/donate/aparn...
November 19, 2025 at 2:07 PM
Today is the day! Aparna’s officially 32 🦂🎂🥳, and there are just 11 days left to get us to our goal of raising $3,200 from DC donors.
Together we can live in a DC and a Ward 1 that works for all of us.
secure.actblue.com/donate/aparn...
Together we can live in a DC and a Ward 1 that works for all of us.
secure.actblue.com/donate/aparn...
This past weekend we hung out at the weekly Children’s Music Hour in Mount Pleasant, held another canvass in Shaw & LeDroit Park, and stopped by Wangari Garden’s Fall Festival! 🎶🚪🍂
We’re fighting for a world where we have basic needs, but also one that’s full of joy.
We’re fighting for a world where we have basic needs, but also one that’s full of joy.
November 18, 2025 at 11:04 PM
This past weekend we hung out at the weekly Children’s Music Hour in Mount Pleasant, held another canvass in Shaw & LeDroit Park, and stopped by Wangari Garden’s Fall Festival! 🎶🚪🍂
We’re fighting for a world where we have basic needs, but also one that’s full of joy.
We’re fighting for a world where we have basic needs, but also one that’s full of joy.
We've gotten $500 from DC donors today!
Can you pitch in (or ask a friend) to help us get to $750 by the end of the day and $3,200 by the end of the month?
secure.actblue.com/donate/aparn...
Can you pitch in (or ask a friend) to help us get to $750 by the end of the day and $3,200 by the end of the month?
secure.actblue.com/donate/aparn...
November 18, 2025 at 1:49 AM
We've gotten $500 from DC donors today!
Can you pitch in (or ask a friend) to help us get to $750 by the end of the day and $3,200 by the end of the month?
secure.actblue.com/donate/aparn...
Can you pitch in (or ask a friend) to help us get to $750 by the end of the day and $3,200 by the end of the month?
secure.actblue.com/donate/aparn...
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It’s my friend’s birthday (on Wednesday)! Oh and she’s running for DC Council to fight for a DC that’s free from occupation, safe, and affordable for everyone. It would mean so much if you would chip in! www.aparnafordc.com/donate
November 17, 2025 at 5:27 PM
It’s my friend’s birthday (on Wednesday)! Oh and she’s running for DC Council to fight for a DC that’s free from occupation, safe, and affordable for everyone. It would mean so much if you would chip in! www.aparnafordc.com/donate
Help us raise $3,200 for Aparna’s 32nd!
We need your support to fight for a Ward 1 and a DC that works for all of us. Together, we can cap rents, fund free childcare, raise wages, improve schools, and fight for a free DC.
secure.actblue.com/donate/aparn...
We need your support to fight for a Ward 1 and a DC that works for all of us. Together, we can cap rents, fund free childcare, raise wages, improve schools, and fight for a free DC.
secure.actblue.com/donate/aparn...
November 17, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Help us raise $3,200 for Aparna’s 32nd!
We need your support to fight for a Ward 1 and a DC that works for all of us. Together, we can cap rents, fund free childcare, raise wages, improve schools, and fight for a free DC.
secure.actblue.com/donate/aparn...
We need your support to fight for a Ward 1 and a DC that works for all of us. Together, we can cap rents, fund free childcare, raise wages, improve schools, and fight for a free DC.
secure.actblue.com/donate/aparn...
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Starbucks @sbworkersunited.org baristas have organized at 640+ stores across the country. Now, they’ve authorized a strike at corporate stores to stop their union-busting and get the fair contract they deserve.
Sign Starbucks baristas’ solidarity pledge: https://www.nocontractnocoffee.org/
Sign Starbucks baristas’ solidarity pledge: https://www.nocontractnocoffee.org/
No Contract, No Coffee | Starbucks Workers United
Starbucks baristas brewing change. Join the movement for fair contracts, better wages, and worker protections.
www.nocontractnocoffee.org
November 12, 2025 at 8:45 PM
Starbucks @sbworkersunited.org baristas have organized at 640+ stores across the country. Now, they’ve authorized a strike at corporate stores to stop their union-busting and get the fair contract they deserve.
Sign Starbucks baristas’ solidarity pledge: https://www.nocontractnocoffee.org/
Sign Starbucks baristas’ solidarity pledge: https://www.nocontractnocoffee.org/
As a tenant organizer, I’ve stood with tenants whose buildings desperately need investment. Losing $35M in federal funds because of DC’s negligence is outrageous – that money could have changed lives.
November 16, 2025 at 11:02 PM
As a tenant organizer, I’ve stood with tenants whose buildings desperately need investment. Losing $35M in federal funds because of DC’s negligence is outrageous – that money could have changed lives.
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AOC: "It is unconscionable that what we are debating right now is legislation that will give 8 senators over $1 million a piece & we're robbing people of their food assistance & healthcare to pay for it. How can we vote to enrich ourselves by stealing from the American people?"
November 12, 2025 at 10:39 PM
AOC: "It is unconscionable that what we are debating right now is legislation that will give 8 senators over $1 million a piece & we're robbing people of their food assistance & healthcare to pay for it. How can we vote to enrich ourselves by stealing from the American people?"
Honored to join @afroamcivilwar.org.web.brid.gy this #VeteransDay morning to read the names of Black soldiers who fought for liberation.
We honor all veterans and their legacy as we continue to organize for a country where housing, healthcare, and safety are rights – not privileges.
We honor all veterans and their legacy as we continue to organize for a country where housing, healthcare, and safety are rights – not privileges.
November 11, 2025 at 7:21 PM
Honored to join @afroamcivilwar.org.web.brid.gy this #VeteransDay morning to read the names of Black soldiers who fought for liberation.
We honor all veterans and their legacy as we continue to organize for a country where housing, healthcare, and safety are rights – not privileges.
We honor all veterans and their legacy as we continue to organize for a country where housing, healthcare, and safety are rights – not privileges.
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Tonight was a very bad night.
November 10, 2025 at 3:09 AM
Tonight was a very bad night.
Health care costs will skyrocket, people will lose coverage, and the transfer of wealth from the poor to the ultrarich will continue.
DC has faced the brunt of the shutdown, but federal workers are still resolute in calling on Dems to hold the line. Where is our fight?
DC has faced the brunt of the shutdown, but federal workers are still resolute in calling on Dems to hold the line. Where is our fight?
November 10, 2025 at 1:05 PM
Health care costs will skyrocket, people will lose coverage, and the transfer of wealth from the poor to the ultrarich will continue.
DC has faced the brunt of the shutdown, but federal workers are still resolute in calling on Dems to hold the line. Where is our fight?
DC has faced the brunt of the shutdown, but federal workers are still resolute in calling on Dems to hold the line. Where is our fight?
Our first 1,000+ door day of the campaign! 🚪🍂
Thank you to everyone who came out to canvass in Columbia Heights! We will win a DC and a Ward 1 that works for the people, not for billionaires or developers.
Door by door. Voter by voter.
Thank you to everyone who came out to canvass in Columbia Heights! We will win a DC and a Ward 1 that works for the people, not for billionaires or developers.
Door by door. Voter by voter.
November 10, 2025 at 12:45 AM
Our first 1,000+ door day of the campaign! 🚪🍂
Thank you to everyone who came out to canvass in Columbia Heights! We will win a DC and a Ward 1 that works for the people, not for billionaires or developers.
Door by door. Voter by voter.
Thank you to everyone who came out to canvass in Columbia Heights! We will win a DC and a Ward 1 that works for the people, not for billionaires or developers.
Door by door. Voter by voter.
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First time out for @aparnafordc.bsky.social!
November 9, 2025 at 8:51 PM
First time out for @aparnafordc.bsky.social!
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When starving children as extortion to give rich people more money is your *best* idea, you shouldn’t have any power to affect other people anymore.
November 8, 2025 at 4:33 AM
When starving children as extortion to give rich people more money is your *best* idea, you shouldn’t have any power to affect other people anymore.
So many great conversations and so much fun at our childcare & coffee meetup! 🌈🍂🫧
The average cost of childcare in DC is $22,000 / year per child. If we want to keep families in DC, we need free childcare for every family and better pay for childcare workers.
The average cost of childcare in DC is $22,000 / year per child. If we want to keep families in DC, we need free childcare for every family and better pay for childcare workers.
November 9, 2025 at 12:24 AM
So many great conversations and so much fun at our childcare & coffee meetup! 🌈🍂🫧
The average cost of childcare in DC is $22,000 / year per child. If we want to keep families in DC, we need free childcare for every family and better pay for childcare workers.
The average cost of childcare in DC is $22,000 / year per child. If we want to keep families in DC, we need free childcare for every family and better pay for childcare workers.
Across the country (and in NYC), working class champions are proving that it’s not just possible, but that it’s necessary to fight for people over profit.
Now let’s bring that fight to DC:
secure.actblue.com/donate/aparn...
Now let’s bring that fight to DC:
secure.actblue.com/donate/aparn...
November 5, 2025 at 4:18 PM
Across the country (and in NYC), working class champions are proving that it’s not just possible, but that it’s necessary to fight for people over profit.
Now let’s bring that fight to DC:
secure.actblue.com/donate/aparn...
Now let’s bring that fight to DC:
secure.actblue.com/donate/aparn...
A better world is not just possible, it’s within reach. If we’re willing to organize and fight for it.
November 5, 2025 at 4:34 AM
A better world is not just possible, it’s within reach. If we’re willing to organize and fight for it.