Swing Left Howard County
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Opposition to MAGA extremism will be different from 2016. We are better organized. All politics is local. Consolidate and build power at the state and local levels. Do what we can to limit damage at the federal level. Take back the House in 2026
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At every point the Trump administration has wildly incompetent people fail to do the government job in front of them.
December 3, 2025 at 9:36 PM
At every point the Trump administration has wildly incompetent people fail to do the government job in front of them.
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Reminder: Mike Johnson stalled the swearing-in of @repgrijalva.bsky.social for 50 DAYS — to protect billionaire pedophiles.
December 3, 2025 at 9:38 PM
Reminder: Mike Johnson stalled the swearing-in of @repgrijalva.bsky.social for 50 DAYS — to protect billionaire pedophiles.
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Avg swing in specials to Congress is 17 pts left since 2024. But bc they've been so low-turnout, the data b4 last night suggested a 100% turnout (relative to the past midterm) special would have swung closer to 6-7 points. So TN-7 (13 pts) is updating priors about the share of swing that's turnout
December 3, 2025 at 3:09 PM
Avg swing in specials to Congress is 17 pts left since 2024. But bc they've been so low-turnout, the data b4 last night suggested a 100% turnout (relative to the past midterm) special would have swung closer to 6-7 points. So TN-7 (13 pts) is updating priors about the share of swing that's turnout
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if the midterms were held today, I think democrats would win 235+ seats in the house, easily www.gelliottmorris.com/p/what-the-s...
December 3, 2025 at 5:09 PM
if the midterms were held today, I think democrats would win 235+ seats in the house, easily www.gelliottmorris.com/p/what-the-s...
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RESULT: James Solomon will be the next mayor of Jersey City.
Solomon, running on a more progressive lane with WFP support, has easily defeated the establishment candidate Jim McGreevey, the former governor who resigned in scandal two decades ago.
Solomon, running on a more progressive lane with WFP support, has easily defeated the establishment candidate Jim McGreevey, the former governor who resigned in scandal two decades ago.
December 3, 2025 at 1:43 AM
RESULT: James Solomon will be the next mayor of Jersey City.
Solomon, running on a more progressive lane with WFP support, has easily defeated the establishment candidate Jim McGreevey, the former governor who resigned in scandal two decades ago.
Solomon, running on a more progressive lane with WFP support, has easily defeated the establishment candidate Jim McGreevey, the former governor who resigned in scandal two decades ago.
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TN07 is a story about gerrymandering: the GOP cracked Nashville into 3 districts when it redrew the 2022 map, destroying the Dem seat there.
Fast-forward: a section of Nashville, which just 5 years ago had a Dem representative, is now voting Dem by huge margins but it's been designed to not matter.
Fast-forward: a section of Nashville, which just 5 years ago had a Dem representative, is now voting Dem by huge margins but it's been designed to not matter.
December 3, 2025 at 2:14 AM
TN07 is a story about gerrymandering: the GOP cracked Nashville into 3 districts when it redrew the 2022 map, destroying the Dem seat there.
Fast-forward: a section of Nashville, which just 5 years ago had a Dem representative, is now voting Dem by huge margins but it's been designed to not matter.
Fast-forward: a section of Nashville, which just 5 years ago had a Dem representative, is now voting Dem by huge margins but it's been designed to not matter.
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The city of Hoboken, in New Jersey, has a new mayor.
Emily Jabbour won tonight runoff between two Dems.
Not the most high-octane election, but here's how I'd summarized their contrasts.
Emily Jabbour won tonight runoff between two Dems.
Not the most high-octane election, but here's how I'd summarized their contrasts.
December 3, 2025 at 2:49 AM
The city of Hoboken, in New Jersey, has a new mayor.
Emily Jabbour won tonight runoff between two Dems.
Not the most high-octane election, but here's how I'd summarized their contrasts.
Emily Jabbour won tonight runoff between two Dems.
Not the most high-octane election, but here's how I'd summarized their contrasts.
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And there's more coming up next week:
—Dems are hoping to flip a legislative seat in Georgia; today's TN swing would do it.
—Dems are also hoping to flip the Miami mayor's office.
—While the GOP is challenging the Albuquerque mayor.
—And more!
All in my guide: boltsmag.org/whats-on-the...
—Dems are hoping to flip a legislative seat in Georgia; today's TN swing would do it.
—Dems are also hoping to flip the Miami mayor's office.
—While the GOP is challenging the Albuquerque mayor.
—And more!
All in my guide: boltsmag.org/whats-on-the...
December 3, 2025 at 3:28 AM
And there's more coming up next week:
—Dems are hoping to flip a legislative seat in Georgia; today's TN swing would do it.
—Dems are also hoping to flip the Miami mayor's office.
—While the GOP is challenging the Albuquerque mayor.
—And more!
All in my guide: boltsmag.org/whats-on-the...
—Dems are hoping to flip a legislative seat in Georgia; today's TN swing would do it.
—Dems are also hoping to flip the Miami mayor's office.
—While the GOP is challenging the Albuquerque mayor.
—And more!
All in my guide: boltsmag.org/whats-on-the...
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What we know, 10:30pm:
—Dems flip mayor's office in Roswell, Georgia.
—GOP defends TN-07. Margin shifts blue by ≈14%.
—Solomon crushes McGreevey to become Jersey City mayor; his progressive slate also dominates city council.
—In Atlanta, establishment ahead in most but not all battles vs. left
—Dems flip mayor's office in Roswell, Georgia.
—GOP defends TN-07. Margin shifts blue by ≈14%.
—Solomon crushes McGreevey to become Jersey City mayor; his progressive slate also dominates city council.
—In Atlanta, establishment ahead in most but not all battles vs. left
December 3, 2025 at 3:26 AM
What we know, 10:30pm:
—Dems flip mayor's office in Roswell, Georgia.
—GOP defends TN-07. Margin shifts blue by ≈14%.
—Solomon crushes McGreevey to become Jersey City mayor; his progressive slate also dominates city council.
—In Atlanta, establishment ahead in most but not all battles vs. left
—Dems flip mayor's office in Roswell, Georgia.
—GOP defends TN-07. Margin shifts blue by ≈14%.
—Solomon crushes McGreevey to become Jersey City mayor; his progressive slate also dominates city council.
—In Atlanta, establishment ahead in most but not all battles vs. left
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There was some progressive energy in Jersey City not just around the mayor's race, but some city council races. And the Working Families Party endorsed a slate of five city council candidates — two of which won in November, and the other 3 (Denise Ridley, Joel Brooks, Jake Ephros) won today.
December 3, 2025 at 3:45 AM
There was some progressive energy in Jersey City not just around the mayor's race, but some city council races. And the Working Families Party endorsed a slate of five city council candidates — two of which won in November, and the other 3 (Denise Ridley, Joel Brooks, Jake Ephros) won today.
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This is a BIG DEAL. Roswell used to be as conservative and stereotypically Southern as it gets. It's one of the most affluent parts of metro Atlanta.
But it's been liberalizing a lot the past 10-15 years, becoming instead a haven for upper-middle class professionals.
But it's been liberalizing a lot the past 10-15 years, becoming instead a haven for upper-middle class professionals.
JUST IN: Democrats have flipped the mayor's office in Roswell, Georgia, in tonight's runoff.
GOP Mayor Kurt Wilson conceded earlier tonight to Mary Robichaux, the Dem challenging him.
(This is a city in the Atlanta suburbs, the 9th most populous city in Georgia.)
GOP Mayor Kurt Wilson conceded earlier tonight to Mary Robichaux, the Dem challenging him.
(This is a city in the Atlanta suburbs, the 9th most populous city in Georgia.)
December 3, 2025 at 3:01 AM
This is a BIG DEAL. Roswell used to be as conservative and stereotypically Southern as it gets. It's one of the most affluent parts of metro Atlanta.
But it's been liberalizing a lot the past 10-15 years, becoming instead a haven for upper-middle class professionals.
But it's been liberalizing a lot the past 10-15 years, becoming instead a haven for upper-middle class professionals.
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JUST IN: Democrats have flipped the mayor's office in Roswell, Georgia, in tonight's runoff.
GOP Mayor Kurt Wilson conceded earlier tonight to Mary Robichaux, the Dem challenging him.
(This is a city in the Atlanta suburbs, the 9th most populous city in Georgia.)
GOP Mayor Kurt Wilson conceded earlier tonight to Mary Robichaux, the Dem challenging him.
(This is a city in the Atlanta suburbs, the 9th most populous city in Georgia.)
December 3, 2025 at 2:30 AM
JUST IN: Democrats have flipped the mayor's office in Roswell, Georgia, in tonight's runoff.
GOP Mayor Kurt Wilson conceded earlier tonight to Mary Robichaux, the Dem challenging him.
(This is a city in the Atlanta suburbs, the 9th most populous city in Georgia.)
GOP Mayor Kurt Wilson conceded earlier tonight to Mary Robichaux, the Dem challenging him.
(This is a city in the Atlanta suburbs, the 9th most populous city in Georgia.)
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DSA now has as many council seats in Jersey City as it does in NYC (2)
December 3, 2025 at 5:01 AM
DSA now has as many council seats in Jersey City as it does in NYC (2)
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Russ is offering to match any contribution you make to Bolts (just let him know)!
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Organizing is an act of optimism, and we are so thankful to be among this community of optimists, especially in this moment.
Thank you for everything you do to move our country forward.
Thank you for everything you do to move our country forward.
November 28, 2025 at 4:00 AM
Organizing is an act of optimism, and we are so thankful to be among this community of optimists, especially in this moment.
Thank you for everything you do to move our country forward.
Thank you for everything you do to move our country forward.
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It’s easy to think the country is too divided to talk. But when you show up with curiosity instead of a script, people open the door.
Neighbors still want to be heard. That’s where trust starts.
Neighbors still want to be heard. That’s where trust starts.
November 29, 2025 at 6:00 PM
It’s easy to think the country is too divided to talk. But when you show up with curiosity instead of a script, people open the door.
Neighbors still want to be heard. That’s where trust starts.
Neighbors still want to be heard. That’s where trust starts.
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In Ground Truth’s early canvasses, two-thirds of people stayed to talk for 10–15 minutes—even many who don’t vote for Democrats.
Why? Because someone finally showed up to listen. Those conversations might not flip a vote tomorrow, but they rebuild trust that can reshape districts over time.
Why? Because someone finally showed up to listen. Those conversations might not flip a vote tomorrow, but they rebuild trust that can reshape districts over time.
November 30, 2025 at 5:30 PM
In Ground Truth’s early canvasses, two-thirds of people stayed to talk for 10–15 minutes—even many who don’t vote for Democrats.
Why? Because someone finally showed up to listen. Those conversations might not flip a vote tomorrow, but they rebuild trust that can reshape districts over time.
Why? Because someone finally showed up to listen. Those conversations might not flip a vote tomorrow, but they rebuild trust that can reshape districts over time.
You can write postcards with us 6-7:30 pm, then get on zoom at 8pm to learn about the 2026 strategy with @swingleft.bsky.social! What a Tuesday evening you could have!!!
All it takes to make a difference is showing up with an open mind. We’ll help with the rest!
Join our 'Inside Ground Truth' national strategy call to see how early listening and community conversations will help us flip the House for Democrats in 2026.
Join our 'Inside Ground Truth' national strategy call to see how early listening and community conversations will help us flip the House for Democrats in 2026.
Inside Ground Truth: How We Win in 2026 and Beyond · Swing Left
Trump and MAGA aren’t invincible. Together, we can stop their assault on our democracy, our neighbors, and our future. You’ve stood up this year—from protesting en masse to driving huge Democratic…
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December 3, 2025 at 7:20 PM
You can write postcards with us 6-7:30 pm, then get on zoom at 8pm to learn about the 2026 strategy with @swingleft.bsky.social! What a Tuesday evening you could have!!!
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All it takes to make a difference is showing up with an open mind. We’ll help with the rest!
Join our 'Inside Ground Truth' national strategy call to see how early listening and community conversations will help us flip the House for Democrats in 2026.
Join our 'Inside Ground Truth' national strategy call to see how early listening and community conversations will help us flip the House for Democrats in 2026.
Inside Ground Truth: How We Win in 2026 and Beyond · Swing Left
Trump and MAGA aren’t invincible. Together, we can stop their assault on our democracy, our neighbors, and our future. You’ve stood up this year—from protesting en masse to driving huge Democratic…
www.mobilize.us
December 2, 2025 at 12:01 AM
All it takes to make a difference is showing up with an open mind. We’ll help with the rest!
Join our 'Inside Ground Truth' national strategy call to see how early listening and community conversations will help us flip the House for Democrats in 2026.
Join our 'Inside Ground Truth' national strategy call to see how early listening and community conversations will help us flip the House for Democrats in 2026.
Write Postcards w/us - Tues, Dec 9th! 2 locations or join us virtually from anywhere. Bring your colored pens and postcard stamps!
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**We'll end at 7:30 pm so we can get to @swingleft.bsky.social's meeting from 8-9pm**
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**We'll end at 7:30 pm so we can get to @swingleft.bsky.social's meeting from 8-9pm**
Columbia IN-PERSON letter/postcard writing to Voters with SwingLeftHoCoMD · Swing Left
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December 3, 2025 at 7:17 PM
Write Postcards w/us - Tues, Dec 9th! 2 locations or join us virtually from anywhere. Bring your colored pens and postcard stamps!
tinyurl.com/Columbia-at-...
tinyurl.com/Crownsville-...
tinyurl.com/Virtual-Mont...
**We'll end at 7:30 pm so we can get to @swingleft.bsky.social's meeting from 8-9pm**
tinyurl.com/Columbia-at-...
tinyurl.com/Crownsville-...
tinyurl.com/Virtual-Mont...
**We'll end at 7:30 pm so we can get to @swingleft.bsky.social's meeting from 8-9pm**
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Trump is about to hit REM
December 2, 2025 at 5:54 PM
Trump is about to hit REM
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AFTYN: “What a time to be alive! A battleground district in Tennessee… everyone loves an underdog story.”
It’s Election Day in TN-7, and Rep. @aftynbehn.bsky.social says Tennesseans can send a message that they’re fed up with Trump and a Republican Party that has failed to deliver.
It’s Election Day in TN-7, and Rep. @aftynbehn.bsky.social says Tennesseans can send a message that they’re fed up with Trump and a Republican Party that has failed to deliver.
December 2, 2025 at 5:08 PM
AFTYN: “What a time to be alive! A battleground district in Tennessee… everyone loves an underdog story.”
It’s Election Day in TN-7, and Rep. @aftynbehn.bsky.social says Tennesseans can send a message that they’re fed up with Trump and a Republican Party that has failed to deliver.
It’s Election Day in TN-7, and Rep. @aftynbehn.bsky.social says Tennesseans can send a message that they’re fed up with Trump and a Republican Party that has failed to deliver.
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There have been at least 19 murders in D.C. since Trump deployed the National Guard here in August. One was the murder of a Guard soldier less than a week ago.
December 2, 2025 at 5:45 PM
There have been at least 19 murders in D.C. since Trump deployed the National Guard here in August. One was the murder of a Guard soldier less than a week ago.
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TODAY IS THE DAY!
GET OUT AND VOTE. Polls are open 7 AM - 7 PM
WE GOT THIS!!!!!!
GET OUT AND VOTE. Polls are open 7 AM - 7 PM
WE GOT THIS!!!!!!
December 2, 2025 at 11:59 AM
TODAY IS THE DAY!
GET OUT AND VOTE. Polls are open 7 AM - 7 PM
WE GOT THIS!!!!!!
GET OUT AND VOTE. Polls are open 7 AM - 7 PM
WE GOT THIS!!!!!!
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TN-07!
Vote for Aftyn Behn for Congress
🗳️ Tuesday, December 2
Find your polling place
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#TN-07
#AftynBehn
@aftynbehn.bsky.social
www.aftynforcongress.com
Vote for Aftyn Behn for Congress
🗳️ Tuesday, December 2
Find your polling place
➡️ iwillvote.com
#TN-07
#AftynBehn
@aftynbehn.bsky.social
www.aftynforcongress.com
Aftyn for Congress
FEED KIDS. FIX ROADS. FUND HOSPITALS.
www.aftynforcongress.com
November 29, 2025 at 1:12 PM
TN-07!
Vote for Aftyn Behn for Congress
🗳️ Tuesday, December 2
Find your polling place
➡️ iwillvote.com
#TN-07
#AftynBehn
@aftynbehn.bsky.social
www.aftynforcongress.com
Vote for Aftyn Behn for Congress
🗳️ Tuesday, December 2
Find your polling place
➡️ iwillvote.com
#TN-07
#AftynBehn
@aftynbehn.bsky.social
www.aftynforcongress.com