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Wes Jensen (he/him)
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Funcle Guncle. Teacher. #GBR. BB4AM Book Club host. DCDP Secretary. Interactions are my own.
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wesjensen86.bsky.social
I use to teach in Minneapolis & very near the Columbia Heights Public Schools. Please consider supporting students, families & educators as our federal governent terrorizes their community.

Go to www.colheights.k12.mn.us to donate!

Pic cred: Kerem Yücel / Minnesota Public Radio
A group of protesters, many children bundled in winter coats, hats, and gloves, standing outdoors in front of bare trees. Close-up details: - Front-center child in a pink-and-white knit hat holding a white sign that reads, in all caps: WE LOVE OUR IMMIGRANT NEIGHBORS! (a red heart replaces the word LOVE). Small text beneath: PREPARED BY THE IMMIGRANT DEFENSE NETWORK. - To the right, a child wearing a mustard-yellow knit hat with pins holds a cardboard sign reading: ICE IS NOT COOL (words painted in blue-green with a yellow sun drawn at the top-left). - Behind and around them, several people hold white paper signs with a black logo and text reading MINNEAPOLIS FAMILIES FOR PUBLIC SCHOOLS. - Upper-right a large hand-painted cardboard sign reads: HANDS OFF MY SCHOOL in red letters. - Lower-right a partially visible sign with a rainbow stripe and black letters reads: STAY OUT OF OUR SCHOOLS, with a red crossed-out circle over the letters ICE. - Other cardboard and paper signs include handwritten messages, one yellow sign in the back with the word ICE visible, and a cardboard piece with a red crossed circle symbol. - Faces show determined and serious expressions; most people dressed warmly against cold weather. If you want, I can read any sign text verbatim or describe a specific person's appearance.
January 26, 2026 at 2:17 AM
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nebdouglasdems.bsky.social
We choose to serve & build the future as Dr. King reminded us with his words below.

We can honor Dr. King’s vision by serving others & continuing to fight for that future when freedom will ring.

Join us at nebdouglasdems.com/get-involved/.

- Mike, DCDP African American Rep
A quote on a light gray background with black text, enclosed by a black border. The quote reads: “We cannot walk alone. And as we walk, we must make the pledge that we shall always march ahead. We cannot turn back.” — Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The phrase "We cannot turn back" is in bold. Below the quote, there is a logo and the text "DOUGLAS COUNTY DEMOCRATIC PARTY".
January 19, 2026 at 11:40 PM
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Change has never been easy. It takes persistence and determination, and requires all of us to speak out and stand up for what we believe in. As we honor Dr. King today, let’s draw strength from his example, and do our part to build on his legacy.
January 19, 2026 at 2:01 PM
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barackobama.bsky.social
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. dedicated his life fighting for equity and justice. He taught us that even in the face of intimidation and discrimination, we must never stop working towards a better future – a lesson that feels especially relevant today.
January 19, 2026 at 2:01 PM
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nebdouglasdems.bsky.social
“When you think of it, we shouldn't even have an election.” - Donald J. Trump, on the record, from the Oval Office

Thoughts Deb, Pete & Don?

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Black and white political poster featuring four adults in business attire, two men and two women, with a serious or speaking expression. At the top is the logo and text "Douglas County Democratic Party." Below the people, in very large bold black letters, is the phrase: "THAT'S NOT NORMAL."
January 15, 2026 at 11:07 PM
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Pillen is taking notes from D.C. Republicans and has decided to make his friend rich using your tax dollars.

Let Pillen know that Nebraskans won’t put up with self serving politicians: call 402-471-2244 or email via ne.accessgov.com/gov/Forms/Pa....

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Black and white political graphic featuring a man speaking into a microphone, overlaid in front of the Nebraska State Capitol building. Large, bold white letters say THAT'S NOT NORMAL. At the bottom, there is a logo and the words DOUGLAS COUNTY DEMOCRATIC PARTY. The overall tone is serious and critical.
January 19, 2026 at 12:42 AM
wesjensen86.bsky.social
Jane is awesome!
nebdouglasdems.bsky.social Douglas County (NE) Democratic Party @nebdouglasdems.bsky.social · 12d
Meet Jane, our volunteer coordinator 💙 Help elect Democrats, get involved at nebdouglasdems.com/get-involved/.
January 15, 2026 at 3:26 AM
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nebdouglasdems.bsky.social
Tomorrow is Thursday :) we hope to see you!
nebdouglasdems.bsky.social Douglas County (NE) Democratic Party @nebdouglasdems.bsky.social · 14d
Two events this week on Thursday, January 15th & we hope to see you at one of em or both!!

🔵 Meet & Greet with Makayla Danner, Flint Harkness & Christian Espinosa Torres. RSVP at www.mobilize.us/nebdems/even....

🔵 Unicameral 101 virtual training. RSVP at www.mobilize.us/nebdems/even....
Blue promotional graphic with three color photos of smiling people in formal attire. The background features bold white and light blue text with event details. The large main heading says: JOIN US FOR A MEET & GREET Candidates Makayla Danner (County Attorney), Christian Espinosa Torres (County Treasurer), and Flint Harkness (Public Power District 2). WHEN Thursday, January 15th 6:00pm-7:00 pm WHERE Vis Major 3501 Center St. In the bottom right corner is a white and blue logo for the Douglas County Democratic Party. Event flyer with a government building The image contains information about an event called "Unicameral 101." The main background has a photo of a large government building, possibly a state capitol, with a tall central tower and a landscaped lawn with bushes and trees. Text on the image reads: "Learn about your state legislature & your power as a member of the 2nd House! UNICAMERAL 101 Thursday, January 15th at 7:30 pm on Zoom DOUGLAS COUNTY DEMOCRATIC PARTY" (with a logo next to the party name)
January 15, 2026 at 3:25 AM
wesjensen86.bsky.social
I’ll be hosting. Hope to see you.
nebdouglasdems.bsky.social Douglas County (NE) Democratic Party @nebdouglasdems.bsky.social · 19d
Tomorrow the Nebraska Unicameral is back in session. Join us online for Unicameral 101 to learn more about *your* state legislature & *your* power 💪 as a member of the 2nd House.

🔗 www.mobilize.us/nebdems/even...
📅 Thursday, January 15th at 7:30 pm
Flyer with a photo of a large government building, featuring a tall, central tower. The background has a blue gradient, and there is prominent text about an event: Learn about your state legislature & your power as a member of the 2nd House! UNICAMERAL 101 Thursday, January 15th at 7:30 pm on Zoom DOUGLAS COUNTY DEMOCRATIC PARTY The Douglas County Democratic Party logo is also included on the flyer.
January 11, 2026 at 9:01 PM
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nebdouglasdems.bsky.social
Simply unacceptable.
Political protest graphic showing three images of heavily armed and uniformed law enforcement officers occupying a snowy urban street. The middle image is a black-and-white collage of several politicians, including one woman with glasses and three men, one of whom appears to be speaking. Along the left side, large bold text reads: "$170 BILLION TO MILITARIZE OUR STREETS, TO MAKE FAMILIES AND COMMUNITIES LESS SAFE. MADE POSSIBLE BY REPUBLICAN TAX CUTS FOR THE RICH, CUTS TO HEALTHCARE & CUTS TO FOOD ACCESS FOR CHILDREN." At the bottom left corner is the logo and name for the Douglas County Democratic Party.
January 11, 2026 at 6:17 PM
wesjensen86.bsky.social
We cannot forget nor normalize what happened on 1.6.21 or what is happening because of this president’s actions & policies.
nebdouglasdems.bsky.social Douglas County (NE) Democratic Party @nebdouglasdems.bsky.social · 19d
Five years ago, Trump watched while his people terrorized law enforcement, the U.S. Capitol & our democracy.

Today, Trump watches his (& other billionaires’) wealth increase as Americans struggle to pay their bills & put food on the table.
A political collage in black and white showing scenes from the January 6th, 2021 U.S. Capitol riot. The images depict clashes between rioters and police, the Capitol building, protestors with Trump flags and signs, and a central image of former President Donald Trump behind a podium pointing forward. There's a large text overlay reading: 5 YEARS AGO, TRUMP WATCHED WHILE HIS PEOPLE TERRORIZED LAW ENFORCEMENT, THE CAPITOL & OUR DEMOCRACY. On the right side, there is a small logo and the text "DOUGLAS COUNTY DEMOCRATIC PARTY". The pictures overall show chaotic and tense scenes involving crowds, aggressive confrontations and symbols supporting Trump. A political collage comprised of five black-and-white photos and bold, stylized text. The top left image shows a man standing and speaking near the Resolute Desk in the Oval Office while Donald Trump sits behind the desk. The top right photo displays a group of wealthy, recognizable businesspeople including men and women in formal attire. Beneath these, large text reads: "Today, Trump watches his [& their's] wealth increase". The center image features Donald Trump smiling, holding a microphone, and pointing at the camera. To the right of Trump, text reads: "DOUGLAS COUNTY DEMOCRATIC PARTY" with a logo. Below are two more images. The left image depicts an upward-pointing arrow made up of U.S. flag imagery and pictures of groceries and food. The bottom right photo shows a worried man at a table with notebooks and papers in front of him, his head in his hand; behind him, a woman holds a small child, looking concerned. Across the bottom, the text says: "As more Americans struggle to pay bills & put food on the table." The overall theme contrasts growing wealth among elites with economic struggles faced by average families.
January 6, 2026 at 10:46 PM
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Kickoff 2026 by getting a chance to meet & hear from Makayla Danner, Flint Harkness & Christian Espinosa Torres.

📅 Thursday, January 15th
⏰ 6-7:30 pm
📍 Vis Major (3501 Center St)
🔗 www.mobilize.us/nebdems/even...
Event flyer on a blue background with three candidate portraits (two men and one woman) inside circular frames. The text at the top says: Join us for a Meet & Greet Underneath the photos, the names and positions of the candidates are listed: Makayla Danner (County Attorney Candidate) Flint Harkness (Public Power District 2 Candidate) Christian Espinosa Torres (County Treasurer Candidate) Event details are at the bottom: When Thursday, January 15th 6:00pm-7:00pm Where Vis Major 3501 Center St. Omaha, NE 68105 The Douglas County Democratic Party logo is in the lower right corner.
January 5, 2026 at 10:49 PM
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nebdouglasdems.bsky.social
Face-to-face conversations change minds and strengthen our local democracy. By canvassing, you help connect neighbors to resources, elections, and each other. No experience needed — we’ll train and pair you up!

RSVP at www.mobilize.us/nebdems/even....
Bright blue flyer with bold white text. The main, largest text says "JOIN OUR TEAM." In the upper section, "DOUGLAS COUNTY DEMOCRATIC PARTY" is written. To the right, large blocky words say "DOOR KNOCKING." Below, smaller text gives event details: "Join the DCDP on January 10th at 9:00 am for a training and a mini canvass at 7020 Cass St, Omaha, NE 68132. Come and make a difference!" At the bottom, there's a stylized white "D" with a blue dot in the middle.
January 4, 2026 at 11:38 PM
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nebdouglasdems.bsky.social
Happy New Year 🥳 Help Democrats Win In 2026!

🔵 Register to vote (or verify/update your registration); iwillvote.com
🔵 Volunteer with your Blue Dot County Party; bit.ly/dcdpgetinvol...
🔵 Donate to your Blue Dot County Party; bit.ly/donate2dcdp

#BlueDotDems
A blue graphic with large bold white and dark blue text New Year's Resolution: HELP DEMOCRATS WIN IN 2026! To do: Register to vote (or verify/update your registration); iwillvote.com Volunteer with your Blue Dot County Party; https://bit.ly/dcdpgetinvolved Donate to your Blue Dot County Party; https://bit.ly/donate2dcdp At the bottom is the logo and name "Douglas County Democratic Party."
January 1, 2026 at 3:37 PM
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nebdouglasdems.bsky.social
Come meet & converse with Lynne Walz for Governor!

📅 Saturday, December 13th
⏰ 3 pm
📍 IBEW Local 22, 8946 L Street, Omaha
🔗 lynnewalz.com
A campaign poster with a photo of a smiling woman with blonde hair, wearing a black turtleneck. Behind her is a Nebraska road sign and an open road scene. The text announces the "2025 Listening Tour" for Lynne Walz and lists several tour dates and locations in Nebraska: Wednesday, December 10 Fremont: 8:30am Scottsbluff: 6:30pm MT Thursday, December 11 North Platte: 11:30am Kearney: 4:00pm Grand Island: 6:30pm Friday, December 12 South Sioux City: 11:30am Norfolk: 3:30pm Columbus: 6:00pm Saturday, December 13 Lincoln: 10:30am Omaha: 3:00pm The bottom of the poster includes the note "PAID FOR BY LYNNE WALZ FOR NEBRASKA". The overall design uses blue, red, and white colors.
December 13, 2025 at 1:37 AM
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Thank you @huskermargo.bsky.social!
nebdouglasdems.bsky.social Douglas County (NE) Democratic Party @nebdouglasdems.bsky.social · Dec 9
Join us & Senator Margo Juarez in collecting non-perishable foods 🥫 & personal hygiene 🪥 items to benefit out-of-work Tyson employees in the Lexington area.

Drop-off 📍: DCDP Office, 7602 Pacific St (lower level)

Drop-off 📅 & ⏰: M-TH, 7am-6pm; F, 7am-5pm (last day, December 12th)

#DemsDoGood
Charity donation flyer for Lexington residents The flyer asks for support for the people of Lexington by joining Senator Margo Juarez and Douglas County Democrats in collecting non-perishable food and personal hygiene items for out-of-work Tyson employees in the Lexington area. Drop-off Location: DCDP Office - 7602 Pacific Street (lower level) Drop-off Times: Monday-Thursday, 7:00 am to 6:00 pm, and Friday, 7:00 am to 5:00 pm The last day to donate is Friday, December 12, 2025. The flyer includes a round photo of Senator Margo Juarez labeled "Senator Margo Juarez District 5." Next to it, the logo for Douglas County Democratic Party appears. The bottom has silhouettes of adults and children holding hands, and the words "THANK YOU!" are written in large bold blue letters. Text is mostly in blue, with some in black.
December 9, 2025 at 4:00 AM
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Looking to make Winter Break special for our SSP Rising Phoenixes with teen friendly food bags. Donate $25 to sponsor a student!

Venmo, Cash App & PayPal: wesjensen86
Cartoon version of Wes holding a pile of gifts.
December 1, 2025 at 9:15 PM
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nebdouglasdems.bsky.social
2026 is a critical year from Congress to the Unicameral to school board races. Mark your calendar for these critical dates, especially…

🗳️ May 12, Nebraska’s Primary Election (non-partisans can request the Democratic ballot)
🗳️ November 3, National General Election
Blue information graphic listing important 2026 election dates for Nebraska. The text reads: Important 2026 Election Dates for Nebraska JANUARY 5, 2026 First day a person may file for office as a 2026 candidate FEBRUARY 17, 2026 Last day for incumbents to file as a 2026 candidate MARCH 2, 2026 Last day for non-incumbents to file for the primary election MAY 12, 2026 Nebraska's Primary Election NOVEMBER 3, 2026 National General Election At the bottom right corner is the logo and name: DOUGLAS COUNTY DEMOCRATIC PARTY
November 16, 2025 at 10:08 PM
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nebdouglasdems.bsky.social
To all who have served to protect & defend our democracy, thank you!

❤️🤍💙
Veterans Day appreciation poster. At the top, there is a blue banner with the words "THANK YOU" in white letters. Below the banner, bold text reads "VETERANS DAY" with smaller text underneath stating "HONORING ALL WHO HAVE SERVED." In the center bottom area, there are three stars in red, white, and blue. The background is blurred and has a light wood texture, while the lower left corner features a partial view of a flag with white stars on a blue field. In the lower right is the logo and text: "DOUGLAS COUNTY DEMOCRATIC PARTY."
November 12, 2025 at 4:22 AM
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nebdouglasdems.bsky.social
Our candidate Meet & Greet are just getting started! Join us, Amy Jacobsen for County Attorney, Cindy Johnson for Legislature & Dakotah Smith for Douglas County Assessor/Register of Deeds on Saturday, November 15th.

RSVP at www.mobilize.us/nebdems/even....
Invitation graphic with blue background, promoting a "Meet & Greet" event for local candidates. Three portrait photos appear on the right: two women (one in a red top in front of an American flag, another in orange outdoors with trees behind her) and a man in a light blue shirt with a blurred building background. Text on the left reads: "Join us for a Meet & Greet Candidates Amy Jacobsen (County Attorney), Cindy Johnson (LD 10), and Dakotah Smith (County Assessor)" Details beneath: WHEN Saturday, November 15 6:00pm-7:00 pm Live music at 7:00 pm WHERE Vino Mas 14450 Eagle Run Drive In the lower right corner, a white and blue logo and text: "Douglas County Democratic Party"
November 11, 2025 at 3:01 AM
wesjensen86.bsky.social
times are rough but this is a huge W & fu to those who hate
nytimes.com The New York Times @nytimes.com · Nov 10
Breaking News: The Supreme Court denied a request to consider overturning its landmark decision to legalize same-sex marriage a decade ago. nyti.ms/3Ju2Ayd
November 10, 2025 at 11:51 PM
wesjensen86.bsky.social
Nebraskans deserve better & we deserve a true fighter like @deniseforcongress.bsky.social!
deniseforcongress.bsky.social Denise Powell @deniseforcongress.bsky.social · Nov 10
Nebraska families deserve leaders who will fight for the things that give them a shot at the Good Life. This decision will cause healthcare premiums to skyrocket come January. Nebraskans deserve better.
November 10, 2025 at 3:32 AM
wesjensen86.bsky.social
Shame
nebdouglasdems.bsky.social Douglas County (NE) Democratic Party @nebdouglasdems.bsky.social · Nov 6
Cutting your access to healthcare & food assistance so the rich can get richer!

You, your family & neighbors deserve better than what Trump, Fischer, Ricketts & Bacon are delivering.
Political infographic with a beige background and bold, dark text at the top reading "Cuts to healthcare & food assistance so the rich can get richer." Below, a red-bordered box resembling a browser window highlights the headline "Harmful Republican Megabill Takes Health Care and Food Assistance Away From People to Pay for Tax Cuts for Wealthy" in red text. The infographic states that the bill would: Bill cuts health coverage by over $1 trillion and SNAP by $187 billion, while giving the wealthy $1.4 trillion in tax cuts. There are two large blocks: Left block: "Cuts to SNAP: $187 billion", "Cuts to Medicaid and ACA Marketplaces $1+ trillion" Right block: "Tax cuts for people with incomes over $500,000 $1.4 trillion" At the bottom, there are black-and-white photos of four politicians, all looking in different directions. The logo of the Douglas County Democratic Party is on the lower right. The source is cited as: "The Republican Megabill’s Many Harms and Misdirected Priorities, in Charts; cbpp.org, 9.25.25".
November 9, 2025 at 9:35 PM
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nebdouglasdems.bsky.social
Shoutout to our Neighborhood Captains who are helping fight hunger in our community.

Join the effort at www.mobilize.us/nebdems/even....
Trunk of a car filled with groceries and supplies. There are several boxes and packages neatly arranged. Visible items include a large blue box of Kraft Mac & Cheese (18 boxes inside), multiple boxes of Capri Sun juice pouches, a container of Enfamil infant formula, cans, packets of food items, and other grocery goods. Some cardboard boxes are open, showing their contents, including packaged snacks and canned goods. Everything appears organized for transport or delivery.
November 7, 2025 at 3:47 PM
wesjensen86.bsky.social
It’s absolutely sickening that Governor Pillen boasts about the $$$ Nebraska will make off the immigrant detention center while ICE terrorizes families, businesses & communities with their gestapo activities that primarily target non-criminals, sometimes U.S. citizens.
A line graph showing the number of people in ICE detention by criminal history over time in 2025. Three lines represent different groups: dark gray for those with a criminal record, red for those with no criminal record, and light gray for pending charges. From January 2025 onward, marked by the label "Trump admin," there is a notable rise in all categories. The number of detainees with no criminal record (red line) increases sharply, surpassing those with a criminal record (dark gray) around July 2025. Pending charges (light gray) also rise but plateau just below the other two categories. By September 2025, people with no criminal record make up the largest group in ICE detention. The vertical scale ranges from 0 to over 15,000 people. The footnote clarifies the data is current as of 22 September 2025, rounded to the nearest 10, and covers people booked into ICE detention who were arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
November 6, 2025 at 10:27 PM