Dante Apaéstegui
@dantealberto.bsky.social
Community Organizer at the New Jersey Alliance for Immigrant Justice - @njaij.bsky.social | Peruvian American 🇵🇪-🇺🇸 | Immigrant Rights Advocate | Views are my own.
“TOGETHER, WE ARE AMERICA.”
Bad Bunny’s HT show was a direct answer to MAGA. A reminder of who is America, a declaration of belonging.
We will not be erased.
We will not be excluded.
We will not be silenced.
We will endure.
We will be seen.
We will be heard.
We are America.
“SEGUIMOS AQUI.”
Bad Bunny’s HT show was a direct answer to MAGA. A reminder of who is America, a declaration of belonging.
We will not be erased.
We will not be excluded.
We will not be silenced.
We will endure.
We will be seen.
We will be heard.
We are America.
“SEGUIMOS AQUI.”
February 9, 2026 at 5:05 AM
“TOGETHER, WE ARE AMERICA.”
Bad Bunny’s HT show was a direct answer to MAGA. A reminder of who is America, a declaration of belonging.
We will not be erased.
We will not be excluded.
We will not be silenced.
We will endure.
We will be seen.
We will be heard.
We are America.
“SEGUIMOS AQUI.”
Bad Bunny’s HT show was a direct answer to MAGA. A reminder of who is America, a declaration of belonging.
We will not be erased.
We will not be excluded.
We will not be silenced.
We will endure.
We will be seen.
We will be heard.
We are America.
“SEGUIMOS AQUI.”
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Rising anti-ICE sentiment seen in NJ special primary results newjerseymonitor.com/2026/02/06/i...
Rising anti-ICE sentiment seen in NJ special primary results • New Jersey Monitor
Anger toward federal immigration actions appears to have animated Democratic voters in Thursday’s special primary election.
newjerseymonitor.com
February 6, 2026 at 11:18 PM
Rising anti-ICE sentiment seen in NJ special primary results newjerseymonitor.com/2026/02/06/i...
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BREAKING: A federal judge has ordered that 5-year-old Liam Ramos and his father be freed from ICE detention.
Families don't belong in detention.
Families don't belong in detention.
January 31, 2026 at 10:24 PM
BREAKING: A federal judge has ordered that 5-year-old Liam Ramos and his father be freed from ICE detention.
Families don't belong in detention.
Families don't belong in detention.
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Just heartbreaking. Five year old Liam was detained by ICE with his father coming home from school in Minnesota. Reports say ICE used him as "bait". This is not the America I want my kids growing up in. The mindless cruelty and lawlessness must end.
www.cbsnews.com/minnesota/ne...
www.cbsnews.com/minnesota/ne...
January 22, 2026 at 4:03 PM
Just heartbreaking. Five year old Liam was detained by ICE with his father coming home from school in Minnesota. Reports say ICE used him as "bait". This is not the America I want my kids growing up in. The mindless cruelty and lawlessness must end.
www.cbsnews.com/minnesota/ne...
www.cbsnews.com/minnesota/ne...
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The greatest threat to the homeland right now is DHS under Kristi Noem’s control.
Just last week, a parent in NJ-10 was detained by ICE after ordering food for his 6-year-old daughter. When her dad didn’t come home, the little girl was found crying and wandering for hours outside, parentless.
Just last week, a parent in NJ-10 was detained by ICE after ordering food for his 6-year-old daughter. When her dad didn’t come home, the little girl was found crying and wandering for hours outside, parentless.
January 21, 2026 at 6:37 PM
The greatest threat to the homeland right now is DHS under Kristi Noem’s control.
Just last week, a parent in NJ-10 was detained by ICE after ordering food for his 6-year-old daughter. When her dad didn’t come home, the little girl was found crying and wandering for hours outside, parentless.
Just last week, a parent in NJ-10 was detained by ICE after ordering food for his 6-year-old daughter. When her dad didn’t come home, the little girl was found crying and wandering for hours outside, parentless.
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🚨 BREAKING: Earlier this morning, @govmurphy.bsky.social signed the Safe Communities Act while allowing TWO OUT OF THREE crucial bills in the immigrant protections package to die on his desk.
Shame, shame, shame.
🔗 Read our full statement at bit.ly/statement12026
Shame, shame, shame.
🔗 Read our full statement at bit.ly/statement12026
January 20, 2026 at 2:54 PM
🚨 BREAKING: Earlier this morning, @govmurphy.bsky.social signed the Safe Communities Act while allowing TWO OUT OF THREE crucial bills in the immigrant protections package to die on his desk.
Shame, shame, shame.
🔗 Read our full statement at bit.ly/statement12026
Shame, shame, shame.
🔗 Read our full statement at bit.ly/statement12026
This was not how it was supposed to end—but here we are.
While we applaud the passage of the Safe Communities Act, we reject Gov. Murphy’s decision to withhold the full set of immigrant protections our communities fought for.
It should not have taken more than a year for these bills to advance.
While we applaud the passage of the Safe Communities Act, we reject Gov. Murphy’s decision to withhold the full set of immigrant protections our communities fought for.
It should not have taken more than a year for these bills to advance.
🚨 BREAKING: Earlier this morning, @govmurphy.bsky.social signed the Safe Communities Act while allowing TWO OUT OF THREE crucial bills in the immigrant protections package to die on his desk.
Shame, shame, shame.
🔗 Read our full statement at bit.ly/statement12026
Shame, shame, shame.
🔗 Read our full statement at bit.ly/statement12026
January 20, 2026 at 3:02 PM
This was not how it was supposed to end—but here we are.
While we applaud the passage of the Safe Communities Act, we reject Gov. Murphy’s decision to withhold the full set of immigrant protections our communities fought for.
It should not have taken more than a year for these bills to advance.
While we applaud the passage of the Safe Communities Act, we reject Gov. Murphy’s decision to withhold the full set of immigrant protections our communities fought for.
It should not have taken more than a year for these bills to advance.
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Under @govmurphy.bsky.social's leadership, New Jersey has moved forward, building a stronger, more inclusive, and more welcoming state. Which is why I am deeply disappointed by his current inaction.
This is the time to cement a legacy of trust and safety for all. 𝐒𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬, 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥! #njforall
This is the time to cement a legacy of trust and safety for all. 𝐒𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬, 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥! #njforall
January 20, 2026 at 4:00 AM
Under @govmurphy.bsky.social's leadership, New Jersey has moved forward, building a stronger, more inclusive, and more welcoming state. Which is why I am deeply disappointed by his current inaction.
This is the time to cement a legacy of trust and safety for all. 𝐒𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬, 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥! #njforall
This is the time to cement a legacy of trust and safety for all. 𝐒𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬, 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥! #njforall
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Our joint statement with @repbonnie.bsky.social and @replamonica.bsky.social in support of immigrant protection legislation in New Jersey.
January 19, 2026 at 9:25 PM
Our joint statement with @repbonnie.bsky.social and @replamonica.bsky.social in support of immigrant protection legislation in New Jersey.
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@govmurphy.bsky.social
You’re still on the clock ⏰ Governor Phil Murphy. It’s time to sign ALL 3 Immigrant Protections Bills as they are. Don’t leave us unprotected in one of the darkest times in our history.
You’re still on the clock ⏰ Governor Phil Murphy. It’s time to sign ALL 3 Immigrant Protections Bills as they are. Don’t leave us unprotected in one of the darkest times in our history.
January 19, 2026 at 11:48 PM
@govmurphy.bsky.social
You’re still on the clock ⏰ Governor Phil Murphy. It’s time to sign ALL 3 Immigrant Protections Bills as they are. Don’t leave us unprotected in one of the darkest times in our history.
You’re still on the clock ⏰ Governor Phil Murphy. It’s time to sign ALL 3 Immigrant Protections Bills as they are. Don’t leave us unprotected in one of the darkest times in our history.
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🚨 Tell @govmurphy.bsky.social: SIGN IMMIGRANT PROTECTIONS NOW!
There's only 24 hours left for Governor Murphy to show up for our communities. That means signing the immigrant protections package (S5036/A6308, S5037/A6309, and S5038/A6310) into law NOW 💥
There's only 24 hours left for Governor Murphy to show up for our communities. That means signing the immigrant protections package (S5036/A6308, S5037/A6309, and S5038/A6310) into law NOW 💥
January 19, 2026 at 5:14 PM
🚨 Tell @govmurphy.bsky.social: SIGN IMMIGRANT PROTECTIONS NOW!
There's only 24 hours left for Governor Murphy to show up for our communities. That means signing the immigrant protections package (S5036/A6308, S5037/A6309, and S5038/A6310) into law NOW 💥
There's only 24 hours left for Governor Murphy to show up for our communities. That means signing the immigrant protections package (S5036/A6308, S5037/A6309, and S5038/A6310) into law NOW 💥
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📲 You can join us in fighting for immigrant New Jerseyans by TEXTING @govmurphy.bsky.social:
There's no time to wait.
Our communities need you.
Immigrant protections NOW.
Sign bills S5036/A6308, S5037/A6309, and S5038/A6310 into law.
📞 (732) 605-5455
There's no time to wait.
Our communities need you.
Immigrant protections NOW.
Sign bills S5036/A6308, S5037/A6309, and S5038/A6310 into law.
📞 (732) 605-5455
January 19, 2026 at 5:14 PM
📲 You can join us in fighting for immigrant New Jerseyans by TEXTING @govmurphy.bsky.social:
There's no time to wait.
Our communities need you.
Immigrant protections NOW.
Sign bills S5036/A6308, S5037/A6309, and S5038/A6310 into law.
📞 (732) 605-5455
There's no time to wait.
Our communities need you.
Immigrant protections NOW.
Sign bills S5036/A6308, S5037/A6309, and S5038/A6310 into law.
📞 (732) 605-5455
Must-read from the NJ Globe: Gov. Murphy must stand up for immigrant communities one final time. 🔗 newjerseyglobe.com/governor/opi...
Deep thanks to @maketheroadnj.bsky.social ,
@aapinewjersey.org, and
@zellieimani.bsky.social for your advocacy.
@govmurphy.bsky.social, pass the bills!
Deep thanks to @maketheroadnj.bsky.social ,
@aapinewjersey.org, and
@zellieimani.bsky.social for your advocacy.
@govmurphy.bsky.social, pass the bills!
Opinion: Gov. Murphy Must Meet the Moment and Stand Up for Immigrant Communities One Final Time - New Jersey Globe
OPINION Last week, our country bore witness to the depths of ICE’s cruelty. We saw a masked agent shoot into a vehicle that was driving away, murdering
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January 16, 2026 at 8:59 PM
Must-read from the NJ Globe: Gov. Murphy must stand up for immigrant communities one final time. 🔗 newjerseyglobe.com/governor/opi...
Deep thanks to @maketheroadnj.bsky.social ,
@aapinewjersey.org, and
@zellieimani.bsky.social for your advocacy.
@govmurphy.bsky.social, pass the bills!
Deep thanks to @maketheroadnj.bsky.social ,
@aapinewjersey.org, and
@zellieimani.bsky.social for your advocacy.
@govmurphy.bsky.social, pass the bills!
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Truly disappointing to see this response from @govmurphy.bsky.social
As we continue to witness the cruel, deadly results of Trump's mass deportation agenda, now is the moment for our state to lead and protect ALL our communities.
This is a matter of life, safety, and dignity. #NJforall
As we continue to witness the cruel, deadly results of Trump's mass deportation agenda, now is the moment for our state to lead and protect ALL our communities.
This is a matter of life, safety, and dignity. #NJforall
To @govmurphy.bsky.social:
As a Jerseyite (Bloomfield) and an American, I was deeply disappointed by your answers on #AskTheGov suggesting you may not sign the Immigrant Protection Package. You said signing these bills would just be a “feel good moment” that wouldn’t change much and hinted
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As a Jerseyite (Bloomfield) and an American, I was deeply disappointed by your answers on #AskTheGov suggesting you may not sign the Immigrant Protection Package. You said signing these bills would just be a “feel good moment” that wouldn’t change much and hinted
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Governor Phil Murphy (@govmurphy.bsky.social)
56th Governor of the Garden State and husband to Tammy. Building a stronger, fairer, and more affordable New Jersey.
Text me: (732) 605-5455
govmurphy.bsky.social
January 15, 2026 at 2:30 PM
Truly disappointing to see this response from @govmurphy.bsky.social
As we continue to witness the cruel, deadly results of Trump's mass deportation agenda, now is the moment for our state to lead and protect ALL our communities.
This is a matter of life, safety, and dignity. #NJforall
As we continue to witness the cruel, deadly results of Trump's mass deportation agenda, now is the moment for our state to lead and protect ALL our communities.
This is a matter of life, safety, and dignity. #NJforall
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📢TEXT @govmurphy.bsky.social NOW‼️
Yesterday, our movement made history. But the fight isn't over. We need to call on Gov. Murphy to sign the immigrant protections bill package into law NOW.
Text script in 🧵
Yesterday, our movement made history. But the fight isn't over. We need to call on Gov. Murphy to sign the immigrant protections bill package into law NOW.
Text script in 🧵
January 13, 2026 at 7:57 PM
📢TEXT @govmurphy.bsky.social NOW‼️
Yesterday, our movement made history. But the fight isn't over. We need to call on Gov. Murphy to sign the immigrant protections bill package into law NOW.
Text script in 🧵
Yesterday, our movement made history. But the fight isn't over. We need to call on Gov. Murphy to sign the immigrant protections bill package into law NOW.
Text script in 🧵
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🚨 ACT NOW and text @govmurphy.bsky.social at (732) 605-5455:
📲 “The NJ Legislature made history by passing the immigrant protections package. But the safety of our communities can’t wait. Governor Murphy, sign these bills into law NOW.”
📲 “The NJ Legislature made history by passing the immigrant protections package. But the safety of our communities can’t wait. Governor Murphy, sign these bills into law NOW.”
January 13, 2026 at 7:57 PM
🚨 ACT NOW and text @govmurphy.bsky.social at (732) 605-5455:
📲 “The NJ Legislature made history by passing the immigrant protections package. But the safety of our communities can’t wait. Governor Murphy, sign these bills into law NOW.”
📲 “The NJ Legislature made history by passing the immigrant protections package. But the safety of our communities can’t wait. Governor Murphy, sign these bills into law NOW.”
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Folks we have an urgent call to action here in NJ. We are waiting for Governor Murphy to sign three immigrant protection acts in the final days of his term that have already passed the assembly and Senate.
URGENT ACTION CALL from immigration advocacy groups here:
URGENT ACTION CALL from immigration advocacy groups here:
January 15, 2026 at 2:12 AM
Folks we have an urgent call to action here in NJ. We are waiting for Governor Murphy to sign three immigrant protection acts in the final days of his term that have already passed the assembly and Senate.
URGENT ACTION CALL from immigration advocacy groups here:
URGENT ACTION CALL from immigration advocacy groups here:
🚨 ALL THREE CRITICAL PROTECTIONS PASSED THE SENATE. 🚨
Today, NJ chose to stand up for immigrant communities. This hard-won victory proves what’s possible when a dedicated coalition comes together to fight for what truly matters.
So proud of our @njaij.bsky.social coalition. We did it!
#NJForAll
Today, NJ chose to stand up for immigrant communities. This hard-won victory proves what’s possible when a dedicated coalition comes together to fight for what truly matters.
So proud of our @njaij.bsky.social coalition. We did it!
#NJForAll
January 13, 2026 at 4:55 AM
🚨 ALL THREE CRITICAL PROTECTIONS PASSED THE SENATE. 🚨
Today, NJ chose to stand up for immigrant communities. This hard-won victory proves what’s possible when a dedicated coalition comes together to fight for what truly matters.
So proud of our @njaij.bsky.social coalition. We did it!
#NJForAll
Today, NJ chose to stand up for immigrant communities. This hard-won victory proves what’s possible when a dedicated coalition comes together to fight for what truly matters.
So proud of our @njaij.bsky.social coalition. We did it!
#NJForAll
Immigrant protections NOW!
🚨The Assembly has passed three critical bills to shield our communities from federal overreach and targeted attacks. 🚨
The Senate votes in minutes.
All we have left to do is WIN. 💥✊‼️
🚨The Assembly has passed three critical bills to shield our communities from federal overreach and targeted attacks. 🚨
The Senate votes in minutes.
All we have left to do is WIN. 💥✊‼️
January 12, 2026 at 11:10 PM
Immigrant protections NOW!
🚨The Assembly has passed three critical bills to shield our communities from federal overreach and targeted attacks. 🚨
The Senate votes in minutes.
All we have left to do is WIN. 💥✊‼️
🚨The Assembly has passed three critical bills to shield our communities from federal overreach and targeted attacks. 🚨
The Senate votes in minutes.
All we have left to do is WIN. 💥✊‼️
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📍WE ARE IN TRENTON FOR THE FINAL VOTE ON THE IMMIGRANT PROTECTIONS PACKAGE!
💥Our powerful coalition has PACKED the Senate + Assembly chambers to show legislators that we are HERE.
New Jerseyans need protections now! Our data, communities and trust depend on it.
#njforall
💥Our powerful coalition has PACKED the Senate + Assembly chambers to show legislators that we are HERE.
New Jerseyans need protections now! Our data, communities and trust depend on it.
#njforall
January 12, 2026 at 6:19 PM
📍WE ARE IN TRENTON FOR THE FINAL VOTE ON THE IMMIGRANT PROTECTIONS PACKAGE!
💥Our powerful coalition has PACKED the Senate + Assembly chambers to show legislators that we are HERE.
New Jerseyans need protections now! Our data, communities and trust depend on it.
#njforall
💥Our powerful coalition has PACKED the Senate + Assembly chambers to show legislators that we are HERE.
New Jerseyans need protections now! Our data, communities and trust depend on it.
#njforall
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We’ve urged lawmakers to vote YES on the protections package!
🤔 Have you?
These protections would mean our communities can:
🌟confidently access services without fear of deportation
🌟safeguard our data from being shared w/ ICE
🌟ensure our state resources go to New Jerseyans
🤔 Have you?
These protections would mean our communities can:
🌟confidently access services without fear of deportation
🌟safeguard our data from being shared w/ ICE
🌟ensure our state resources go to New Jerseyans
January 12, 2026 at 6:19 PM
We’ve urged lawmakers to vote YES on the protections package!
🤔 Have you?
These protections would mean our communities can:
🌟confidently access services without fear of deportation
🌟safeguard our data from being shared w/ ICE
🌟ensure our state resources go to New Jerseyans
🤔 Have you?
These protections would mean our communities can:
🌟confidently access services without fear of deportation
🌟safeguard our data from being shared w/ ICE
🌟ensure our state resources go to New Jerseyans
Today is the day! Three critical immigrant protection bills are headed for a vote in the New Jersey Legislature.
📺 Watch the live proceedings here: www.njleg.state.nj.us/live-proceed...
#PassImmigrantProtectionsNow #BeGood #ImmigrantJustice
📺 Watch the live proceedings here: www.njleg.state.nj.us/live-proceed...
#PassImmigrantProtectionsNow #BeGood #ImmigrantJustice
January 12, 2026 at 6:08 PM
Today is the day! Three critical immigrant protection bills are headed for a vote in the New Jersey Legislature.
📺 Watch the live proceedings here: www.njleg.state.nj.us/live-proceed...
#PassImmigrantProtectionsNow #BeGood #ImmigrantJustice
📺 Watch the live proceedings here: www.njleg.state.nj.us/live-proceed...
#PassImmigrantProtectionsNow #BeGood #ImmigrantJustice
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📍 POV: you’re part of a powerful coalition of advocates PACKING TRENTON to pass crucial protections for New Jersey’s most vulnerable communities.
That’s right — we’re back, and we won’t quit until bills A6308/S5036, A6309/S5037, and A6310/S5038 are LAW 💥
That’s right — we’re back, and we won’t quit until bills A6308/S5036, A6309/S5037, and A6310/S5038 are LAW 💥
January 8, 2026 at 3:13 PM
📍 POV: you’re part of a powerful coalition of advocates PACKING TRENTON to pass crucial protections for New Jersey’s most vulnerable communities.
That’s right — we’re back, and we won’t quit until bills A6308/S5036, A6309/S5037, and A6310/S5038 are LAW 💥
That’s right — we’re back, and we won’t quit until bills A6308/S5036, A6309/S5037, and A6310/S5038 are LAW 💥
Today, ICE killed a U.S. citizen. This killing was made possible by its militarization, its reliance on racial profiling, and the pressure it exerts on states to participate in family separation and state violence.
If justice still exists, abolition is its only coherent answer. Abolish ICE.
If justice still exists, abolition is its only coherent answer. Abolish ICE.
January 8, 2026 at 1:57 AM
Today, ICE killed a U.S. citizen. This killing was made possible by its militarization, its reliance on racial profiling, and the pressure it exerts on states to participate in family separation and state violence.
If justice still exists, abolition is its only coherent answer. Abolish ICE.
If justice still exists, abolition is its only coherent answer. Abolish ICE.
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🚨We need YOU!
An immigrant protections bill package has passed its first committee in the statehouse, but we still have ways to go before its law. NJ has DAYS to pass these bills.
📞 Contact your legislator! Urge them to pass immigrant protections NOW: njaij.org/2026actnow
An immigrant protections bill package has passed its first committee in the statehouse, but we still have ways to go before its law. NJ has DAYS to pass these bills.
📞 Contact your legislator! Urge them to pass immigrant protections NOW: njaij.org/2026actnow
January 7, 2026 at 5:34 PM
🚨We need YOU!
An immigrant protections bill package has passed its first committee in the statehouse, but we still have ways to go before its law. NJ has DAYS to pass these bills.
📞 Contact your legislator! Urge them to pass immigrant protections NOW: njaij.org/2026actnow
An immigrant protections bill package has passed its first committee in the statehouse, but we still have ways to go before its law. NJ has DAYS to pass these bills.
📞 Contact your legislator! Urge them to pass immigrant protections NOW: njaij.org/2026actnow