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Andy Craighill-Middleton for Congress @andycm4nc.bsky.social · 27/03/2025

"I want more overdraft fees!" said no American, ever.

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Mark Cuban @mcuban.bsky.social · 27/03/2025

Based on the replies l, it looks like there a lot of fed workers on @bsky.app I just wanted to say THANK YOU. I can't imagine the shit you are going through right now Thanks for your service to our country

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Andy Craighill-Middleton for Congress @andycm4nc.bsky.social · 27/03/2025

I've taken a break over here to assess our situation, tally up the still-ongoing vandalism, and move our family into a temporary situation that's safer - but we need help to make a permanent move to a safer environment for our family. Can you help? gofund.me/165ae446

gofund.me

Donate to Help Andy, Lloyd, and Tobias Find Safety, organized by Andy Craighill-Middleton

Hi! We're Andy, Lloyd, and itty-bitty Tobias! We're Cabarrus County … Andy Craighill-Middleton needs your support for Help Andy, Lloyd, and Tobias Find Safety

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Andy Craighill-Middleton for Congress @andycm4nc.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

"We'll call the police" is not an acceptable way to address your constituents. It's clear even local @ncgop.bsky.social officials can't be bothered to care about what all of us want - just their wealthy donors and their chosen few. The hypocrisy has never been clearer.

wcnc.com

'We'll call the police' | Cabarrus County couple kicked out of event with state representative for not being Republicans

The flyer for the event advertises a bill presentation meeting with Rep. Brian Echevarria. It does not specify the event is private.

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Andy Craighill-Middleton for Congress @andycm4nc.bsky.social · 08/03/2025

Multiple times now, since I announced I would run for Congress, my home has been vandalized, tires slashed, etc. Tonight, someone tried to steal & damage pieces of my vehicle. This accomplishes nothing. We have bigger problems - & that's what I'm here to help call attention to.

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Andy Craighill-Middleton for Congress @andycm4nc.bsky.social · 07/03/2025

Seems relevant today. With the first link forged, we are all chained. #transrightsarehumanrights

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Jamie Noguchi | Drawing and Drawing Some More @jamienoguchi.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

“Speak up, speak out, get in the way. Get in good trouble, necessary trouble, and help redeem the soul of America.” – John Lewis

Political cartoon. Rep Al Green, D-Texas standing up and pointing his cane yelling "HE DOES NOT HAVE A MANDATE TO CUT MEDICAID!"

In the lower corner are two people hiding behind round signs. One reads "Civility!" and the other says "Did he not get the sign memo?"

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Andy Craighill-Middleton for Congress @andycm4nc.bsky.social · 07/03/2025

Regarding the government's frankly embarrassing cuts to the VA - I have many friends and family members, even neighbors who utilize it. This isn't uncommon - but it's always been understaffed by folks who wanted to make a difference. This won't help. What a slap in the face to our veterans.

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Andy Craighill-Middleton for Congress @andycm4nc.bsky.social · 05/03/2025

Important: In 1994 Ukraine signed a treaty to WILLINGLY denuclearize. If we turn our backs on them now - not only will there be a tremendous loss of life, and the potential loss of an ally (certainly the loss of other, larger allies), but the entire world will think twice about a safer tomorrow.

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Anderson Clayton ☀️ @abreezeclayton.bsky.social · 05/03/2025

I keep telling y’all the pathway to a congressional majority runs right through North Carolina. Keep your eyes on the New South. 👀 www.axios.com/local/raleig...

axios.com

North Carolina's population is booming, projected to hit 11.7M by 2030

NC is on track to become the seventh largest state, surpassing Georgia and Ohio, according to analysis released by the Office of State Budget and Management.

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Andy Craighill-Middleton for Congress @andycm4nc.bsky.social · 04/03/2025

That 60k's a bit under 10% of this district, for the record. Think about your work, or your class, or your trivia group - 1 in 10. I strongly encourage everyone here - CALL MCDOWELL. He genuinely knows this is wrong, but does he care? Let's remind him where he's from. His number's 202-225-3065.

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Andy Craighill-Middleton for Congress @andycm4nc.bsky.social · 27/02/2025

Pure corruption. Is this what Trump thinks is acceptable? It's clear that the people in the White House think we're fools and can't see how they're enriching themselves while... what, we sit here, okay with our drinking water having PFAS? while our schools close? Reminder: Nobody elected Elon Musk.

washingtonpost.com

FAA targeting Verizon contract in favor of Musk’s Starlink, sources say

Turning the $2.4 billion project over to Musk’s company would be a major test of conflict-of-interest rules in government contracting.

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Andy Craighill-Middleton for Congress @andycm4nc.bsky.social · 27/02/2025

next up on Jeopardy: Things I'd like to say to our Representative for $200, Alex.

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Andy Craighill-Middleton for Congress @andycm4nc.bsky.social · 27/02/2025

Tomorrow, I'll be standing up and joining the economic blackout - and if you can, so should you. This country was founded by and belongs to WE THE PEOPLE, not we-the-corporation-please-like-me-elon.

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Andy Craighill-Middleton for Congress @andycm4nc.bsky.social · 27/02/2025

Future planning isn't an @northcarolinagop.bsky.social strong suit. They'd rather take power NOW and let us suffer for it later.

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Andy Craighill-Middleton for Congress @andycm4nc.bsky.social · 27/02/2025

If it's not saving the American people any money on top of the chaos they've thrown our lives into - then there was no point outside of destabilization. We all know cuts could've been made, but they needed to be made with a scalpel - not the reckless abandon of my toddler.

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Andy Craighill-Middleton for Congress @andycm4nc.bsky.social · 27/02/2025

I'm celebrating Pokémon Day over here (I grew up playing the games, too) by making custom cards of our legislators. Here's my favorite: (Let's elect folks that actually understand that the government's entire purpose is to protect and safeguard its citizens, not their own wallets.)

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Andy Craighill-Middleton for Congress @andycm4nc.bsky.social · 22/02/2025

People are starting to realize what this actually is - and our calls, texts, and marches are WORKING. We can do this - but it’s going to take us each holding the line and continuing the fight.

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Andy Craighill-Middleton for Congress @andycm4nc.bsky.social · 21/02/2025

DOGE isn't there to help normal folks like us, that much is pretty clear.

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Andy Craighill-Middleton for Congress @andycm4nc.bsky.social · 19/02/2025

Oh, this is fun. Reminder that humor is a form of resistance, and can be just as effective when used correctly! Make your own and post it: gulfof.mapquest.com

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Andy Craighill-Middleton for Congress @andycm4nc.bsky.social · 17/02/2025

This was INCREDIBLE. Rowan County has HUNDREDS of voters affected by this-and we heard from everyone, including the daughter of a former Republican VP candidate. GRIFFIN LOST. Stealing an election like this isn't even partisan-this hurts EVERYONE. Are you on the list? Find out: thegriffinlist.com

thegriffinlist.com

The Griffin List

A list of 60,273 North Carolina voters – these are registered voters who showed ID to early vote in the November 2024 election – whose votes Jefferson Griffin wants to not be counted. ...

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Andy Craighill-Middleton for Congress @andycm4nc.bsky.social · 17/02/2025

A country's job is to protect its citizens. Literally, without citizens, you don't have a country.

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Andy Craighill-Middleton for Congress @andycm4nc.bsky.social · 17/02/2025

The last 24h have been a blast! From coming to support Justice Riggs in Charlotte last night to standing at the Rowan Museum in support of NC voters-I've had a great weekend. It feels great to get out and DO something that supports your community-you can, too. Start here: www.mobilize.us/ncdems/

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Andy Craighill-Middleton for Congress @andycm4nc.bsky.social · 16/02/2025

Headed to Salisbury in a couple hours - come out and join us! We’ll be in front of the Rowan Museum starting at 1:30.

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Andy Craighill-Middleton for Congress @andycm4nc.bsky.social · 15/02/2025

Enough is enough. We're not line items, "President" Musk. We're taking Congress back and electing normal in 2026. Let's do this.

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Andy Craighill-Middleton for Congress @andycm4nc.bsky.social · 15/02/2025

The Veterans Crisis Line is not only hyper-regulated, but each employee takes (or took) 5-10 calls a shift, reportedly. 5-10 lives per shift in their hands, and they had been forced under a hiring freeze only a few days ago. This is such an insult to veterans and their families.

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Andy Craighill-Middleton for Congress @andycm4nc.bsky.social · 15/02/2025

As of tonight, we've distributed over 1000 red cards to Hispanic organizations, stores, and groups across just Rowan County. I'm incredibly proud of the work our local Democrats have done, and proud to have sponsored it. Need red cards for your county, but can't afford a first run? Let's talk.

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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez @aoc.bsky.social · 14/02/2025

It is perfectly legal to know your rights and to educate others about them, too. EVERYONE in the United States, citizen or not, has rights. I will not allow this administration to intimidate us from helping you know about them. Here’s our shareable guide ⬇️: (pt. 1/2)

KNOW YOUR
RIGHTS
IN CASE OF ICE:
CONOCE TUS DERECHOS
EN CASO DE ENCUENTRO CON ICE:

DO NOT OPEN YOUR DOOR.
ICE cannot enter your home without a warrant signed by a judge.
Tell the agents to show you the warrant by sliding it under the door.
NO ABRAS TU PUERTA.
ICE no puede entrar a tu casa sin una orden firmada por un juez. Diles a los agentes que te muestren la orden deslizándola debajo de la puerta.

ASK THEM
TO LEAVE.
If ICE doesn't have a warrant, tell them you do not consent for them to enter your home and ask them to leave. At work, ICE cannot enter employee-only areas without permission.
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PÍDALES QUE SE VAYAN.
Si ICE no tiene una orden judicial, diles que no das tu consentimiento para que entren a tu casa y pídeles que se vayan. En el trabajo, ICE no puede ingresar a áreas exclusivas para empleados sin permiso.

REMAIN SILENT.
You have the right to remain silent.
If the agents ask you questions, tell them,
"I wish to remain silent."
PERMANECE EN SILENCIO.
Tienes derecho a permanecer en silencio.
Si los agentes te hacen preguntas, diles:
"Deseo permanecer en silencio".

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Andy Craighill-Middleton for Congress @andycm4nc.bsky.social · 14/02/2025

Chernobyl happened before I was born, but we learned about the horrors of what happened after the reactor meltdown and learned how vital the sarcophagus was as a radiation shield. Russia could have put the world at risk, again. Why is our government even considering a word Putin says?

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Andy Craighill-Middleton for Congress @andycm4nc.bsky.social · 14/02/2025

This is a level of cringe I don't believe we've seen from the government. I can't stress enough - this was an OFFICIAL post. This is what they're putting our tax dollars into; It's not going to schools, or disaster relief in WNC. What a waste.

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Andy Craighill-Middleton for Congress @andycm4nc.bsky.social · 14/02/2025

I am never going to think space is anything less than awesome. Just look at this!

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Andy Craighill-Middleton for Congress @andycm4nc.bsky.social · 14/02/2025

Happy Valentine's Day to my husband, and the littlest love of my life - our son Tobias. 💙

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Andy Craighill-Middleton for Congress @andycm4nc.bsky.social · 13/02/2025

The Judicial Branch is one of the systems of checks and balances that works alongside the Executive Branch. It's been this way since it was established in 1867, though judicial review was est. in 1803. What's happening IS a crisis, don't get me wrong - just not the one they're lying to us about.

npr.org

As judges block broad actions, White House says courts causing constitutional crisis

Speaking to reporters on Wednesday, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said that judges blocking Trump administration actions were causing a constitutional crisis.

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Andy Craighill-Middleton for Congress @andycm4nc.bsky.social · 13/02/2025

KEEP CALLING. So many Reps have said, when pressed on a vote, "nobody called". Our calls and emails are being seen, heard, and they're pushing some of our elected officials in the right direction. I can't stress this enough, keep it up! Resistance isn't won in a day - and we've got the people!

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Democratic Women’s Caucus @demwomencaucus.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

Trump and Republicans claim to care about protecting and defending women—we’re calling their bluff. The Trump administration is scrapping guidance that made sure women college athletes receive their fair share of pay as required by Title IX. How does this help women? apnews.com/article/nil-...

apnews.com

Education Department rescinds Biden memo that threatened to upend college NIL payments

The U.S. Education Department is scrapping a policy from the Biden administration that threatened to upend colleges’ plans to pay athletes for their name, image and likeness by making those payments s...

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Andy Craighill-Middleton for Congress @andycm4nc.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

While they keep playing at nonsense in Washington, we’re here in North Carolina watching grocery prices rise and critical research grants dry up, destroying jobs. #StupidPolitics have real-world consequences for those of us who aren’t billionaires. (Source: www.congress.gov/119/bills/hr...)

H. R. 1161

To authorize the President to enter into negotiations to acquire Greenland and to rename Greenland as “Red, White, and Blueland”.

IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
February 10, 2025
Mr. Carter of Georgia introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned

A BILL
To authorize the President to enter into negotiations to acquire Greenland and to rename Greenland as “Red, White, and Blueland”.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled,

SECTION 1. Short title.

This Act may be cited as the “Red, White, and Blueland Act of 2025”.

SEC. 2. Purchase or other acquisition of Greenland.

The President is authorized to enter into negotiations with the Government of Denmark to purchase or otherwise acquire Greenland.

SEC. 3. Renaming of Greenland as “Red, White, and Blueland”.

(a) Renaming.—Greenland shall be known as “Red, White, and Blueland”.

(b) References.—Any reference in a law, map, regulation, document, paper, or other record of the United States to Greenland shall be deemed to be a reference to “Red, White, and Blueland”.

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Andy Craighill-Middleton for Congress @andycm4nc.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

This is your daily reminder that nobody elected Elon Musk.

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Andy Craighill-Middleton for Congress @andycm4nc.bsky.social · 29/01/2025

Opposing fascism isn’t political. It’s humanitarian. Plain and simple.

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Andy Craighill-Middleton for Congress @andycm4nc.bsky.social · 29/01/2025

The cruelty may not be the direct point, but it's certainly a happy bonus for these idiots. Elect leaders who don't start bounty hunter programs on their own citizens, and speak up against those that do. Nobody signed up for The Purge.

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Andy Craighill-Middleton for Congress @andycm4nc.bsky.social · 29/01/2025

We're a bit past the point of just watching, aren't we? We are nine days in. NINE. Just as a human being, watching what's happening to our immigrant population is infuriating - these are *fellow human beings* that have rights within our borders. Also angry? Click.⬇️

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Uncrewed @uncrewed.bsky.social · 29/01/2025

THE DEMOCRATS HAVE FLIPPED IOWA'S #SD35: Mike Zimmer (D)- 51.8% Katie Whittington (R)- 48.2% THIS WAS A TRUMP+21 DISTRICT!

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