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Andy Manar @andymanar.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
More evidence good things are happening in small towns across Illinois. This is progress. See you at the ribbon cutting, Gillespie!
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Andy Manar @andymanar.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
This. More of this. This is how we can make higher education affordable for all. The Bunker Hill School District and Lewis & Clark Community College are setting an example others should follow. Also proof this CAN be done for students in RURAL Illinois.
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Illinois EDC @illinoisedc.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
Powerful piece in the Illinois Times by Deputy Gov. @andymanar.bsky.social and @cms.illinois.gov Director Raven A. DeVaughn about their optimism for #SpringfieldIL. As they note, the capital city’s story is not one of decline, but of resilience and evolution: bit.ly/4tmxJUW
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Springfield’s story isn’t decline - Illinois Times, the capital city's weekly source of news, politics, arts, entertainment, culture
The recent article “Tourism is up, but downtown is hurting” (April 23) captures a reality many Springfield residents and business owners feel every day: change is underway, and not all of it has been ...
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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 19/04/2026
I don't think I'll ever get over Clarence Thomas ruling on cases related to Jan 6 knowing that his wife was an active participant in the attempted coup. Or ruling on cases related to government regulations and a wealth tax knowing he took gifts from billionaires. It's a disgrace.
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Andy Manar @andymanar.bsky.social · 18/04/2026
….because they’re crooks and everybody knows it…. Truth.
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Governor JB Pritzker @govpritzker.illinois.gov · 19/11/2025
Starved Rock State Park is one of Illinois’ many natural treasures, where families can go to enjoy the great outdoors.
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$18 million trail improvement project planned at Starved Rock State Park
Illinois will invest $18 million in 2026 to improve trails at Starved Rock State Park and boost visitor safety at the state’s most visited park.
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Andy Manar @andymanar.bsky.social · 16/11/2025
This is a wonderful piece by @brendenmoore.bsky.social. I’m lucky enough to get to work with @annecaprara.bsky.social every day and appreciate her as an individual and friend even more after reading it.
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Andy Manar @andymanar.bsky.social · 10/11/2025
Just terrible.
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Governor JB Pritzker @govpritzker.illinois.gov · 10/11/2025
This is not a deal — it's an empty promise. Trump and his Republican Congress are making healthcare more expensive for the middle class and ending it for working families. Time for Democrats to stand tall for affordable healthcare. www.politico.com/news/2025/11...
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Senate reaches deal on ending the shutdown
Democrats are coalescing around a bipartisan agreement to fund the government.
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Andy Manar @andymanar.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
Proud of you Venice! The Illinois Grocery Initiative @govpritzker.illinois.gov is taking root and moving the needle! Thank you @ksdknews.bsky.social @markmaxwelltv.bsky.social for covering the progress being made in Venice and how they are writing a new story for their community.
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Pritzker breaks ground on state-backed grocery in Venice, calling it a 'revival' for forgotten towns
The Illinois governor says the project proves government can help the free market work where private investors walked away.
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Andy Manar @andymanar.bsky.social · 04/11/2025
Dad’s weekend at University of #Illinois. Go #Illini! 🏈
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Andy Manar @andymanar.bsky.social · 04/11/2025
First Grandstand announcement for the 2026 Illinois State Fair is a big one!
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Andy Manar @andymanar.bsky.social · 02/11/2025
This small town in Macoupin County came out in big to demand that ICE return Ismael Sandoval back to his home to be with his family, friends, and the small business that he runs. Proud of you Staunton for speaking loudly today—Stand with Ismael!
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Anne Caprara @annecaprara.bsky.social · 31/10/2025
Huge win for the state of Illinois - this transit bill represents great work by the Illinois Senate, House and Gov’s office working together to make it happen. Special thanks in @govpritzker.illinois.gov office to Bria Scudder, Shareese Pryor, @andymanar.bsky.social and Emily Miller.
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Timothy Snyder @timothysnyder.bsky.social · 24/10/2025
Retired intelligence analysts confirm what the political scientists are telling us — and what the world outside is telling us — the goal of these people is the end of law, the end of democracy, and the end of a recognizable republic. www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...
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US ‘on a trajectory’ toward authoritarian rule, ex-officials warn
A network of former intelligence and security officers says democratic decline is accelerating under Trump’s rule
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Andy Manar @andymanar.bsky.social · 25/10/2025
Hunger in rural Illinois is real. Over 7,500 people rely on SNAP in Macoupin County. Our local Democratic Party is turning tonight‘s annual fundraising event into a food drive to push back on Trump‘s arbitrary decision end SNAP on November 1st.
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Andy Manar @andymanar.bsky.social · 25/10/2025
Join us tomorrow night to support the Democratic vote in Macoupin County. I will be handing out a copy of @timothysnyder.bsky.social’s ‘On Tyranny’ to everyone who attends. 🗳️ 🇺🇸
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Andy Manar @andymanar.bsky.social · 25/10/2025
Ten credit upgrades under @govpritzker.illinois.gov. Remember back in 2017, when the we had $17 billion of unpaid bills with Republican Bruce Rauner at the wheel?
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Andy Manar @andymanar.bsky.social · 29/06/2025
Undeterred. MAGA brought trucks of actual bull sh*t to “counter” peaceful protestors.🤷🏻‍♂️ What they failed to understand: it’s the bullsh*t that brought the protestors there to begin with. Next protest: 7/1 at Macoupin County Courthouse in Carlinville 6pm.
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Andy Manar @andymanar.bsky.social · 19/06/2025
Such an excellent and touching story aired tonight on @firstalert4.com covering this first all female Honor Flight. 🇺🇸
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Local Woman of Valor take first all-female Honor Flight
YouTube video by KMOV St. Louis
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Andy Manar @andymanar.bsky.social · 11/06/2025
Everywhere and all at once—Macoupin County, this Saturday!
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Andy Manar @andymanar.bsky.social · 08/05/2025
Thanks to the Christian County Democratic Women for inviting @annecaprara.bsky.social & me to speak at their town hall meeting in Taylorville. When @jbpritzker.bsky.social said “everywhere, all at once” this is what he meant.
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Andy Manar @andymanar.bsky.social · 04/05/2025
Wrong answer.
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Anne Caprara @annecaprara.bsky.social · 24/04/2025
Huh so weird because I remember this: www.nytimes.com/2024/12/04/b...
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Ken Griffin Says America Is Open for Business Following Elections
Mr. Griffin, who had previously derided Donald J. Trump as a “three-time loser,” said he voted for the president-elect.
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Andy Manar @andymanar.bsky.social · 23/04/2025
Our balanced budgets continue to invest heavily in communities across IL—large and small. @govpritzker.illinois.gov in Jacksonville today to announce major grant to build new workforce housing in Downtown as part of the city’s growth strategy.
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Andy Manar @andymanar.bsky.social · 23/04/2025
I’ll be live on-air with Tom Miller on The Morning Newswatch from Southern IL tomorrow morning to provide budget update and talk about whatever Tom wants. Listen in to WJPF 1340AM bright and early at 7:15am. Live stream linked below.
radio.securenetsystems.net
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Listen to our station on your computer or mobile device!
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Andy Manar @andymanar.bsky.social · 20/04/2025
4 game sweep by @mets.com. 1-9 overall road record. 6-13 record since opening series sweep of Twins. Somebody, anybody tell me something positive about the #STLCards @cardinals.com and how they can start winning ⚾️ games.
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Andy Manar @andymanar.bsky.social · 13/04/2025
Proud of my home county standing up for what’s right! 🏳️‍🌈
thebengilpost.com
Nearly 100 LGBTQ+ activists challenge board chairman’s comments during county board meeting
Nearly 100 activists gathered Tuesday night at the Macoupin County Jail building prior to and during the monthly meeting of the County Board to condemn online comments made by Board Chairman Larry Sch...
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Andy Manar @andymanar.bsky.social · 07/04/2025
The #STLCards scored 18 runs in the weekend series v. Boston and got swept. Pitching is not good. It stinks. Gonna be a long ⚾️ season.
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Andy Manar @andymanar.bsky.social · 06/04/2025
Looking forward to this event tomorrow night w/ Macoupin County Dems in Gillespie— Discussion + Q&A w/ @robertpeters.bsky.social. Join us!
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Justin Gibson @jgibsondem.bsky.social · 05/04/2025
MadCo Blue had a good and informative meeting with Deputy Gov. and former State Senator Andy Manar today. #MadcoBlue #Twill @madcodems.bsky.social @andymanar.bsky.social @illinoisdems.bsky.social @ildcca.bsky.social
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Andy Manar @andymanar.bsky.social · 05/04/2025
Thank you MadCo Blue for the invitation to speak this morning! Keep up the good work at the grassroots level—and let’s fill the ballot w/ Dems in Madison Co in ‘26!
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Andy Manar @andymanar.bsky.social · 04/04/2025
Let’s gather and talk about what’s going on—Looking forward to being in Collinsville tomorrow to discuss our fight for working families in IL!
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Andy Manar @andymanar.bsky.social · 28/03/2025
We reject hate in Macoupin County.
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Andy Manar @andymanar.bsky.social · 25/03/2025
Looking forward to being in Collinsville on April 5th to discuss our fight for working families in IL!
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Andy Manar @andymanar.bsky.social · 20/03/2025
Tune in tomorrow morning, I’ll be live on-air with Tom Miller on The Morning Newswatch from Southern IL to give an update on @govpritzker.illinois.gov’s budget, federal impact & more. Listen in to WJPF 1340AM bright and early at 7:15am. Live stream linked below.
radio.securenetsystems.net
WCILAM
Listen to our station on your computer or mobile device!
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Anne Caprara @annecaprara.bsky.social · 14/03/2025
The fight going on in the Democratic Party right now is not between hard left, left and moderate. It’s between those who want to fight and those who want to cave. And Team Fight stretches across all ideological aspects of the Party. Misread this at your own peril.
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Andy Manar @andymanar.bsky.social · 11/03/2025
This is the GOP.
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U.S. Is Added to Human Rights Watchlist
The United States was added Sunday to the CIVICUS Monitor Watchlist, due to declining civil liberties.
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Andy Manar @andymanar.bsky.social · 09/03/2025
Congrats to #SIUE Cougars on winning Ohio Valley Conf Championship & earning first ever NCAA 🏀 Tournament appearance! #RollCougs
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Andy Manar @andymanar.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
First Macoupin Co town hall was a huge success. We convened dems, farmers, teachers, seniors & so many others to discuss what we can do together in the face of Trump’s chaos. Now really looking forward to welcoming my friend Sen @robertpeters.bsky.social on April 7 to continue that conversation!
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Andy Manar @andymanar.bsky.social · 01/03/2025
This👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻. “We are likelier to reach the truth and understand why it’s true if we constantly subject our ideas to criticism.”
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The Washington Post Is Dying a Death of Despair — The Atlantic
The demise of an independent press in the United States might not look much like what readers expect. March 01, 2025 How does a free press in this country die? Probably not the way Americans imagine. ...
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Governor JB Pritzker @govpritzker.illinois.gov · 28/02/2025
President Trump’s simpering fealty to Vladimir Putin and Russia is embarrassing and dangerous. Illinois stands with Ukraine, and so should the White House.
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Live updates: Trump cuts short talks with Ukraine’s Zelenskyy after Oval Office blow up
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with President Donald Trump in Washington, seeking backing for Ukraine's security against any future Russian aggression.
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Andy Manar @andymanar.bsky.social · 20/02/2025
Ag is indispensable to our Macoupin Co economy—glad the board I chaired for 8 yrs weighed in on this incredibly important issue. Now an official “Ally in Agrictulture”, the Board should adopt a resolution outlining its concerns w/ the impact Trump’s tariffs will have on Macoupin Co farm families.
enquirerdemocrat.com
Macoupin County passes Pro-Agriculture Resolution
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Andy Manar @andymanar.bsky.social · 20/02/2025
I’ll be live on-air with Tom Miller on The Morning Newswatch from Southern Illinois tomorrow morning to discuss @govpritzker.illinois.gov’s budget proposal. Listen in to WJPF 1340AM bright and early at 7:15am. Live stream linked below.
radio.securenetsystems.net
WCILAM
Listen to our station on your computer or mobile device!
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Andy Manar @andymanar.bsky.social · 19/02/2025
Tune in at Noon today. You can watch @govpritzker.illinois.gov deliver his Budget & State of the State Address through this link. multimedia.illinois.gov/press/press-...
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Press Live
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Andy Manar @andymanar.bsky.social · 16/02/2025
That was an intense two minutes of basketball. 🏀 #Illini
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Andy Manar @andymanar.bsky.social · 11/02/2025
Fixed it, @politico.com.
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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 07/02/2025
This is what spending $290 million on an election gets you. Money in politics has always corrupted, but it's hardly been this brazen.
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Andy Manar @andymanar.bsky.social · 03/02/2025
Yes. Of course they will.
nytimes.com
Opinion | Will Republicans Gut Medicaid to Fund Tax Cuts for the Rich?
Proposed cuts would be catastrophic to Americans’ access to care.
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Andy Manar @andymanar.bsky.social · 31/01/2025
This morning on the exercise bike flipping between @todayshow.com & @morningjoe-msnbc.bsky.social, I spent twice as much time watching advertisements for insurance & pharmaceutical companies than actual news programming.
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