Alfonso Lopez
@lopez4va.bsky.social
Husband - Dad - Member of the Virginia House of Delegates - Kaine & Obama Alum - “I’m fighting every day to build a Virginia where we lift everyone up and leave no one behind.”
The original POD Virginia All-Stars - together the night before the 2025 General Assembly Reconvene Session!!
@marcussimon.com @sgtaylor.bsky.social Scott Surovell
@marcussimon.com @sgtaylor.bsky.social Scott Surovell
April 2, 2025 at 1:37 AM
The original POD Virginia All-Stars - together the night before the 2025 General Assembly Reconvene Session!!
@marcussimon.com @sgtaylor.bsky.social Scott Surovell
@marcussimon.com @sgtaylor.bsky.social Scott Surovell
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“President Trump’s goal is clear. He wants lawyers and law firms to capitulate and cower until there is no one left to oppose his administration in court,” Mr. Elias said. “There will be no negotiation with this White House about the clients we represent or the lawsuits we bring on their behalf.”
With New Decree, Trump Threatens Lawyers and Law Firms
A presidential memorandum aimed at lawyers everywhere struck a menacing tone.
www.nytimes.com
March 22, 2025 at 9:14 PM
“President Trump’s goal is clear. He wants lawyers and law firms to capitulate and cower until there is no one left to oppose his administration in court,” Mr. Elias said. “There will be no negotiation with this White House about the clients we represent or the lawsuits we bring on their behalf.”
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Remember when the Gov created a teacher snitch line.
Well he sent out a press release of his educational accomplishments for our state. (I guess in response to all the studies and data showing he has lead Virginia to dead last or near last in the nation in pandemic recovery).
Topping the list….
Well he sent out a press release of his educational accomplishments for our state. (I guess in response to all the studies and data showing he has lead Virginia to dead last or near last in the nation in pandemic recovery).
Topping the list….
March 23, 2025 at 12:28 AM
Remember when the Gov created a teacher snitch line.
Well he sent out a press release of his educational accomplishments for our state. (I guess in response to all the studies and data showing he has lead Virginia to dead last or near last in the nation in pandemic recovery).
Topping the list….
Well he sent out a press release of his educational accomplishments for our state. (I guess in response to all the studies and data showing he has lead Virginia to dead last or near last in the nation in pandemic recovery).
Topping the list….
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This Sunday, the whole country needs to spring forward from 1939.
March 7, 2025 at 9:01 PM
This Sunday, the whole country needs to spring forward from 1939.
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If you are spending any time attacking Democrats rather than focusing on what Republicans are doing to destroy our democracy then you are wasting value time.
March 7, 2025 at 9:40 PM
If you are spending any time attacking Democrats rather than focusing on what Republicans are doing to destroy our democracy then you are wasting value time.
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Today, I heard from CFPB employees who were illegally fired by Trump. These attacks don't just hurt these dedicated workers—they hurt all of us.
CFPB has returned $21 billion to consumers who have been scammed or wronged. I wonder why Trump and Elon Musk want to gut it...
CFPB has returned $21 billion to consumers who have been scammed or wronged. I wonder why Trump and Elon Musk want to gut it...
March 7, 2025 at 11:25 PM
Today, I heard from CFPB employees who were illegally fired by Trump. These attacks don't just hurt these dedicated workers—they hurt all of us.
CFPB has returned $21 billion to consumers who have been scammed or wronged. I wonder why Trump and Elon Musk want to gut it...
CFPB has returned $21 billion to consumers who have been scammed or wronged. I wonder why Trump and Elon Musk want to gut it...
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The Dance Band On The Titanic Played Well Together Too, Trump Insisted…
www.nytimes.com/2025/03/07/u...
www.nytimes.com/2025/03/07/u...
Rubio and Trump Officials Clash With Elon Musk in an Explosive Meeting
Simmering anger at the billionaire’s unchecked power spilled out in a remarkable Cabinet Room meeting. The president quickly moved to rein in Mr. Musk.
www.nytimes.com
March 8, 2025 at 12:19 PM
The Dance Band On The Titanic Played Well Together Too, Trump Insisted…
www.nytimes.com/2025/03/07/u...
www.nytimes.com/2025/03/07/u...
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Donald Trump targeted AP and legacy media did nothing.
Donald Trump has now targeted two large law firms and Big Law is silent.
You all read Martin Niemöller's poem “First They Came.”
So, I ask you -- What are you doing?
Donald Trump has now targeted two large law firms and Big Law is silent.
You all read Martin Niemöller's poem “First They Came.”
So, I ask you -- What are you doing?
March 8, 2025 at 1:42 PM
Donald Trump targeted AP and legacy media did nothing.
Donald Trump has now targeted two large law firms and Big Law is silent.
You all read Martin Niemöller's poem “First They Came.”
So, I ask you -- What are you doing?
Donald Trump has now targeted two large law firms and Big Law is silent.
You all read Martin Niemöller's poem “First They Came.”
So, I ask you -- What are you doing?
60 years ago-600 peaceful marchers were tear gassed & beaten bloody for crossing the Edmund Pettus Bridge & advocating for their rights. In retrospect, what must have seemed to be a moment of absolute darkness & despair turned out to be a spark for the Civil Rights Movement.
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March 7, 2025 at 8:27 PM
60 years ago-600 peaceful marchers were tear gassed & beaten bloody for crossing the Edmund Pettus Bridge & advocating for their rights. In retrospect, what must have seemed to be a moment of absolute darkness & despair turned out to be a spark for the Civil Rights Movement.
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The 2025 session officially opened today. I look forward to fighting the good fight with my seat mates Majority Leader @C_Herring, Chairman @DavidBulova, and Chairman @marcussimon.com!!
January 8, 2025 at 11:04 PM
The 2025 session officially opened today. I look forward to fighting the good fight with my seat mates Majority Leader @C_Herring, Chairman @DavidBulova, and Chairman @marcussimon.com!!
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Alexandria @momsdemand.bsky.social chatted with Sen. Ebbin and @lopez4va.bsky.social at a lawmaker town hall this week. Thank you for your service and support! #MomsAreEverywhere
December 18, 2024 at 9:21 PM
Alexandria @momsdemand.bsky.social chatted with Sen. Ebbin and @lopez4va.bsky.social at a lawmaker town hall this week. Thank you for your service and support! #MomsAreEverywhere
Incredibly proud to announce that Aaron Rafael has been accepted at @vassar.bsky.social College (Early Decision)!!
December 13, 2024 at 2:17 AM
Incredibly proud to announce that Aaron Rafael has been accepted at @vassar.bsky.social College (Early Decision)!!
Thanks to AG @JasonMiyaresVA and 18 other GOP AGs countless young people will not be able to access healthcare. It is as simple and as cruel as that.
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Obamacare coverage for DACA recipients in 19 states blocked by federal judge
The ruling applies only to the Republican-led states that filed the lawsuit, leaving the Biden administration rule in effect elsewhere.
www.nbcnews.com
December 11, 2024 at 1:52 PM
Thanks to AG @JasonMiyaresVA and 18 other GOP AGs countless young people will not be able to access healthcare. It is as simple and as cruel as that.
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Leaving the General Assembly building and had to take a pic of our beautiful State Capitol. Here for several meetings - including the Virginia Water Commission. Always feel so honored and blessed to be able to serve my community here. @vademocrats.bsky.social
December 10, 2024 at 1:48 AM
Leaving the General Assembly building and had to take a pic of our beautiful State Capitol. Here for several meetings - including the Virginia Water Commission. Always feel so honored and blessed to be able to serve my community here. @vademocrats.bsky.social
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I'm glad Pete Hegseth has pledged not to drink if he is confirmed as Defense Secretary. So, I guess he can still sexually harass women, mismanage funds, discriminate against women service members, push for a Christian Nationalist agenda, and be a virulent Islamaphobe?
Super duper.
Super duper.
December 5, 2024 at 12:20 AM
I'm glad Pete Hegseth has pledged not to drink if he is confirmed as Defense Secretary. So, I guess he can still sexually harass women, mismanage funds, discriminate against women service members, push for a Christian Nationalist agenda, and be a virulent Islamaphobe?
Super duper.
Super duper.
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Today, #KashPatel sent a letter to my counsel @markzaidesq.bsky.social threatening to sue & demanding I retract my MSNBC comments on his unfitness to serve as FBI Director. This follows his threats against media & political opponents, showing how he might act if confirmed. I stand by my statements.
December 4, 2024 at 6:53 PM
Today, #KashPatel sent a letter to my counsel @markzaidesq.bsky.social threatening to sue & demanding I retract my MSNBC comments on his unfitness to serve as FBI Director. This follows his threats against media & political opponents, showing how he might act if confirmed. I stand by my statements.
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Amazing Thanksgiving with family - cousins playing, hilarious stories, boards games, card games, numerous delicious meals, day trips, and beloved relatives. Perfect long weekend!!
December 2, 2024 at 2:09 AM
Amazing Thanksgiving with family - cousins playing, hilarious stories, boards games, card games, numerous delicious meals, day trips, and beloved relatives. Perfect long weekend!!
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Stop calling Trump’s nominees “loyalists.” They are henchmen.
December 1, 2024 at 4:49 PM
Stop calling Trump’s nominees “loyalists.” They are henchmen.
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"Message to Elon Musk—The Vindman family embodies patriotism and public service. You know nothing about either." - Sen. @timkaine
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November 29, 2024 at 8:15 PM
"Message to Elon Musk—The Vindman family embodies patriotism and public service. You know nothing about either." - Sen. @timkaine
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If we allow ourselves to fall into fatalism, or wallow in disappointment, or become resigned to what is rather than what should be, we will lose the long game.
The greatest enemy of positive social change is cynicism about what can be changed.
The greatest enemy of positive social change is cynicism about what can be changed.
November 28, 2024 at 10:00 PM
If we allow ourselves to fall into fatalism, or wallow in disappointment, or become resigned to what is rather than what should be, we will lose the long game.
The greatest enemy of positive social change is cynicism about what can be changed.
The greatest enemy of positive social change is cynicism about what can be changed.
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The Biden-Harris admin capped credit card late fees.
A Trump-appointed judge blocked it.
The Biden-Harris admin banned noncompete clauses.
A Trump-appointed judge blocked it.
The Biden-Harris admin changed OT pay rules to include more workers.
Guess what happened next?
A Trump-appointed judge blocked it.
The Biden-Harris admin banned noncompete clauses.
A Trump-appointed judge blocked it.
The Biden-Harris admin changed OT pay rules to include more workers.
Guess what happened next?
November 24, 2024 at 6:00 PM
The Biden-Harris admin capped credit card late fees.
A Trump-appointed judge blocked it.
The Biden-Harris admin banned noncompete clauses.
A Trump-appointed judge blocked it.
The Biden-Harris admin changed OT pay rules to include more workers.
Guess what happened next?
A Trump-appointed judge blocked it.
The Biden-Harris admin banned noncompete clauses.
A Trump-appointed judge blocked it.
The Biden-Harris admin changed OT pay rules to include more workers.
Guess what happened next?