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Aurin Chowdhury MPLS City Council Member W12

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Personal account. Minneapolis City Council Member - 12th Ward. Hyper-local chatterbox, Pro-labor, Fmr Policy Aide, First-generation Bengali-American.

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Aurin Chowdhury MPLS City Council Member W12 @aurinmpls.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Some of my colleagues on the council are saying that the Minneapolis Police Department should be allowed to overspend their budget so 9 people can travel to accept an award. We are trying to convince them they should only spend within their gifted amount of $16,000 so no taxpayer dollars are used.
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Aurin Chowdhury MPLS City Council Member W12 @aurinmpls.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
There’s a lot to unpack on the city budget! Come to one of three public hearing dates to inform city priorities. Oct 7., Oct 19., & Dec. 15 all at 6:05pm at City Council Chambers. Sign up for my newsletter to learn more: www.minneapolismn.gov/government/c...
MINNEAPOLIS CITY BUDGET
PUBLIC HEARING DATES
WED, OCT. 7 AT 6:05 PM (BUDGET COMMITTEE)
MON, OCT. 19 AT 6:05 PM
(BUDGET COMMITTEE)
TUE, DEC. 15 AT 6:05 PM (CITY COUNCIL MEETING)
HEARINGS LOCATED AT CITY COUNCIL
CHAMBERS | 250 S 5TH ST. MPLS | THIRD FLOOR
FROM OFFICE OF CM CHOWDHURY
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Jason Garcia for MPRB District 4 @jason4parks.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
I encourage everyone to attend and participate in these public hearings! You are also invited to attend MPRB Budget hearings at our meetings on October 21 and November 18- meetings start at 5pm at MPRB headquarters. www.minneapolisparks.org/public-meeti...
minneapolisparks.org
Public Meetings - Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board
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Aurin Chowdhury MPLS City Council Member W12 @aurinmpls.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
There’s a lot to unpack on the city budget! Come to one of three public hearing dates to inform city priorities. Oct 7., Oct 19., & Dec. 15 all at 6:05pm at City Council Chambers. Sign up for my newsletter to learn more: www.minneapolismn.gov/government/c...
MINNEAPOLIS CITY BUDGET
PUBLIC HEARING DATES
WED, OCT. 7 AT 6:05 PM (BUDGET COMMITTEE)
MON, OCT. 19 AT 6:05 PM
(BUDGET COMMITTEE)
TUE, DEC. 15 AT 6:05 PM (CITY COUNCIL MEETING)
HEARINGS LOCATED AT CITY COUNCIL
CHAMBERS | 250 S 5TH ST. MPLS | THIRD FLOOR
FROM OFFICE OF CM CHOWDHURY
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Aurin Chowdhury MPLS City Council Member W12 @aurinmpls.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
I am excited to endorse Becca for School Board— if you live in district 5, the seat is open and she is the best person for the job. Deeply rooted parent that’s already showing up for us. Check her socials and website out!
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Becca Dryden for School Board @beccaforschools.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Council Member Chowdhury leads with an intentionality, steadiness, and fierce advocacy for community that I strive to embody. Her dedication to her constituents is second to none. Aurin's support for our public schools and city is a model for the type of leadership we deserve! @aurinmpls.bsky.social
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Christin With Minneapolis @christin-with-mpls.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
Join @jchavezmpls.bsky.social, @aurinmpls.bsky.social and @ibrau.bsky.social
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Jason Chavez @jchavezmpls.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Latinx Heritage Month 2026 is about celebrating our culture, history and resilience.  We are honored to have make this event possible with the support of the following cultural performers: 1/
Celebrating LATINX HERITAGE MONTH

Thursday, September 17th, 2026
8:00 A.M. - 9:30 A.M.
Minneapolis City Hall - 350 South 5th St.

ANGELICA BELLO-AYAPANTECATL
AWAY RUNAKUNA
KALPULLI KETZALCOATLICUE
COLOMBIA LIVE MN

City of Minneapolis logo Celebrando MES DE LA HERENCIA LATINX 2026

Jueves, 17 de Septiembre 8:00 A.M. - 9:30 A.M.

Minneapolis City Hall 350 South 5th St

ANGELICA BELLO-AYAPANTECATL
AWAY RUNAKUNA
COLOMBIA LIVE MN
KALPULLI KETZALCOATLICUE

Ciudad De Minneapolis
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Jason Chavez @jchavezmpls.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
Bark Down Barriers unanimously passed on the Minneapolis City Council today! This is an ordinance authored by Council Member @robin4mpls.bsky.social, on which I have joined as a co-author along with Council Members @aurinmpls.bsky.social and Jamison Whiting. 1/ www.startribune.com/minneapolis-...
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Minneapolis council votes to make it easier for felons to own large dogs
The “Bark Down Barriers” ordinance strips from city code a requirement that felons get a special permit to have large pets.
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musicianapolis @generalmusician.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
Uncanny Spider-Man #2 replaced with Spider-Man about to punch someone.
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Soren Stevenson @sorenwithward8.bsky.social · 22/08/2026
Reminder! @aurinmpls.bsky.social and I will be hosting a town hall on the process to recruit a new Chief of the Minneapolis Police Department. We want to hear from you! Join us on Wednesday, August 26th 6-8pm at Sabathani Community Center, 310 E 38th St.
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Omar Fateh @omarfatehmn.com · 21/08/2026
I have been hearing from a lot of constituents about nuclear energy, both for and against allowing it. To get better informed on the issue, I will be hosting a forum on nuclear energy on Thursday, September 3, from 5:30pm to 7:30pm.
A picture of Omar Fateh with text reading “THU, SEP. 3 5:30PM - 7:30PM
Sen. Omar Fateh
FORUM ON
NUCLEAR ENERGY
9 SOUTH MINNEAPOLIS
RSVP FOR EVENT LOCATION
actionnetwork.org/events/nuclearforum/“
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Ms. K tweets @whatmsksaid.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
hey community, we have another amazing columbia heights teacher’s wishlist. Devon is going into his 5th year teaching and is one of the .5% of Black male teachers in MN. he held it down in his classroom & school community during Operation Metro Surge. 🎁 🎁: www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/...
With the school year starting next week, I am excited to be able to start my 5th year as a teacher. After a year of traumatic experiences that our students and community had to endure, I am hoping to come in with a focus on helping students find their love and joy in the classroom again this year. If you are able to support the students in my classroom, it would go a long way for an amazing group of kids and I would greatly appreciate it.
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Jason Chavez @jchavezmpls.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
Campaigning with Andrew Myers should be disqualifying. He voted to strip health care coverage from adult undocumented immigrants. He voted against the Trans Refuge legislation.
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Matt Novak @paleofuture.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Darth Vader spoke in favor of Flock cameras at a San Diego city council meeting yesterday
gizmodo.com
'The Emperor Is a Fan of Flock': Darth Vader Speaks at City Council Meeting
"This council was elected to serve the police, not the public," said Vader.
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Stacey Burns @wentrogue.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Obligatory #NiceTimeMentioned post — they’re great people and make excellent sandwiches. All winter long, they donated groceries to families trapped in their homes, and they continue to help people who need it. On 38th St & 24th Ave S:
racketmn.com
A Navy Vet and a Chef Revived the Neighborhood Corner Store with Nice Time Market + More - Racket
The ol' Tom Thumb at 38th Street & 24th Avenue now boasts a scratch deli, fresh produce, house salsas, and, crucially, 'more.'
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Aurin Chowdhury MPLS City Council Member W12 @aurinmpls.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
This is where the overlay district for data centers could potentially be. I strongly oppose this. Our city should not give up its future land use to Big tech’s shareholders. There is a lack of political will for a data center ban, so downtown was carved out- no more should be added.
Map of zoning layout for overlay district for data center
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Aurin Chowdhury MPLS City Council Member W12 @aurinmpls.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
CM Stevenson and I are cohosting a community engagement Town Hall, to inform the recruitment & hiring of the next Minneapolis Police Chief for neighbors who live in the 3rd Precinct jurisdiction. Council members who represent the area have also been invited to join. @sorenwithward8.bsky.social
SOUTH MINNEAPOLIS
POLICE CHIEF
RECRUITMENT TOWNHALL
Join Southside 3rd Precinct Council Members Aurin Chowdhury and Soren Stevenson to discuss the process tor selecting the new Chief of Police and provide teedback.
Wednesday, August 26th
Sabathani Community Center
310 E 38th St, Minneapolis, MN 55409
6:00 - 8:00 PM
Minneapolis
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Aurin Chowdhury MPLS City Council Member W12 @aurinmpls.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
I’m highlighting this concern as we talk about it committee. Overlay districts have the potential of allowing data centers into areas of where people live & in green zones that have been impacted by environmental injustice. Read the policy & submit a comment: www.minneapolismn.gov/business-ser...
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Aurin Chowdhury MPLS City Council Member W12 @aurinmpls.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
Yes!!! we got the bench and trash can at another bus stop that really needed it! Glad it happened. Shout out to Metro transit for their responsiveness. And thank you for telling me about the issue! 🚌 ❤️
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Aurin Chowdhury MPLS City Council Member W12 @aurinmpls.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
🧵 ‼️Data Center Zoning Minneapolis’ 90-day comment period on proposed data center zoning regulations is now open. I encourage residents to review the recommendations, submit comments, & attend the public hearing on Oct. 13 at 4:30 PM. This is a long thread 1/ www.minneapolismn.gov/business-ser...
minneapolismn.gov
Data centers
Learn about changes to zoning rules related to data centers in Minneapolis.
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Aurin Chowdhury MPLS City Council Member W12 @aurinmpls.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
Crema Coffee (5013 S 34th Ave.) & Rick’s Coffee Bar (5402 43rd Ave. S) both had a break-in & burglary. Let’s support these two great local businesses, come and stop by this week and next week grab your coffee, get a pastry, and talk to the amazing staff. Let’s show them we have their back! ❤️‍🩹☕️
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Aurin Chowdhury MPLS City Council Member W12 @aurinmpls.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
Scoreboard! Here’s to people centered candidates who can’t be bought winning their primary election. It was a sweep of Ws on my ballot 🗳️
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Aurin Chowdhury MPLS City Council Member W12 @aurinmpls.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
ORGANIZED PEOPLE BEAT ORGANIZED MONEY EVERY DAMN TIME. PEGGY FLANAGAN IS GONNA BE MY SENATOR!! @peggyflanagan.bsky.social On to the General! 🏆
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Aurin Chowdhury MPLS City Council Member W12 @aurinmpls.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
ORGANIZED PEOPLE BEAT ORGANIZED MONEY EVERY DAMN TIME. PEGGY FLANAGAN IS GONNA BE MY SENATOR!! @peggyflanagan.bsky.social On to the General! 🏆
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Jason Chavez @jchavezmpls.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Polls close at 8PM! Text 3 friends or neighbors and remind them about the importance of this election.
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Aurin Chowdhury MPLS City Council Member W12 @aurinmpls.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
The FEELING of being the Eldest Daughter and coordinating and executing my families vote plan. 🗳️ A RUSH. 2/4 are in. Two more to go.
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wags-mn.bsky.social @wags-mn.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
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My husband everyone:
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Conrad Lange Zbikowski @czbi.org · 11/08/2026
Be a voter like Aurin & Aaron! Voting is open until 8:00 pm statewide! iwillvote.com 🇺🇸
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Aurin Chowdhury MPLS City Council Member W12 @aurinmpls.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
It’s primary election day & a busy day for working people! We made time to vote. And you can too after work 🗳️ You still got time Minnesota! A few 100s of votes will matter tonight. Make your voice heard polls close at 8pm. If you’re in line at 8pm, stay in line. Who to vote for 🧵 👀 below
Aurin smiling with her I voted sticker Aurin smiling with Aaron in front of a Roosevelt high school sign
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Omar Fateh @omarfatehmn.com · 11/08/2026
I am honored to be endorsed by the Minneapolis City Council's progressive majority! Thank you to Council Members @elliottpayne.org, @robin4mpls.bsky.social, Jamal Osman, @sorenwithward8.bsky.social, @jchavezmpls.bsky.social, & @aurinmpls.bsky.social for your support.
A picture of Omar Fateh and the councilmembers that have endorsed him with their name and titles, and text reading “FATEH
for MINNESOTA SENATE
PROUDLY ENDORSED BY THE PROGRESSIVE MAJORITY OF OUR MINNEAPOLIS CITY COUNCIL

A STRONG INTERGOVERNMENTAL
PARTNER AT THE LEGISLATURE”
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Christin With Minneapolis @christin-with-mpls.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
TODAY IS THE DAY!! Let’s get out and vote to support progressive champions up & down the ballot. We deserve leaders who are rooted in community. Leaders who will stand with us in the streets and in the halls of Congress. Find your polling place: mnvotes.org
It’s primary day! Let’s get out the vote!
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Metro Transit (Official) @metrotransitmn.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
Blue Line trains return Aug. 20! 🚆 Thanks for your patience during our largest light rail maintenance project in 22 years. Work remains on schedule, buses continue to serve riders, and we're looking forward to welcoming you back to a more reliable, resilient system.
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Aurin Chowdhury MPLS City Council Member W12 @aurinmpls.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
In collaboration with @aishaforward10.com, @jchavezmpls.bsky.social, @sorenwithward8.bsky.social are hosting a virtual community engagement session regarding our proposed Safe Outdoor Parking policy on 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐀𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝟏𝟎𝐭𝐡 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝟔:𝟑𝟎𝐩𝐦-𝟖:𝟎𝟎𝐩𝐦 𝐯𝐢𝐚 𝐙𝐨𝐨𝐦. bit.ly/4c6v7EX
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Minneapolis
Safe Outdoor Parking Ordinance
Council Members Jason Chavez, Aurin Chowdhury, Aisha Chughtai, and Soren Stevenson invite you to a virtual community engagement session to hear your feedback on the proposed safe outdoor parking ordinance.
Additionally, we will have a special guest from Stepping On Up, located in Duluth, MN, who will share how they operate a safe outdoor parking program. Duluth passed their own safe outdoor parking ordinance back in 2023, on which this ordinance is modeled.
Scan the QR code to register and please let us know if you need any language accommodations.
SCAN
Monday, August 10th, 2026 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Zoom Registration
S CA
https://bit.ly/4c6v7EX
What is safe outdoor parking?
• Allows people to sleep in their vehicles overnight.
• Must be located in an approved off-street parking lot that is licensed by the City of Minneapolis.
• Must be managed and staffed at all times.
• Follows clear rules for safety and operations.
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Aurin Chowdhury MPLS City Council Member W12 @aurinmpls.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
In collaboration with @aishaforward10.com, @jchavezmpls.bsky.social, @sorenwithward8.bsky.social are hosting a virtual community engagement session regarding our proposed Safe Outdoor Parking policy on 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐀𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝟏𝟎𝐭𝐡 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝟔:𝟑𝟎𝐩𝐦-𝟖:𝟎𝟎𝐩𝐦 𝐯𝐢𝐚 𝐙𝐨𝐨𝐦. bit.ly/4c6v7EX
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Minneapolis
Safe Outdoor Parking Ordinance
Council Members Jason Chavez, Aurin Chowdhury, Aisha Chughtai, and Soren Stevenson invite you to a virtual community engagement session to hear your feedback on the proposed safe outdoor parking ordinance.
Additionally, we will have a special guest from Stepping On Up, located in Duluth, MN, who will share how they operate a safe outdoor parking program. Duluth passed their own safe outdoor parking ordinance back in 2023, on which this ordinance is modeled.
Scan the QR code to register and please let us know if you need any language accommodations.
SCAN
Monday, August 10th, 2026 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Zoom Registration
S CA
https://bit.ly/4c6v7EX
What is safe outdoor parking?
• Allows people to sleep in their vehicles overnight.
• Must be located in an approved off-street parking lot that is licensed by the City of Minneapolis.
• Must be managed and staffed at all times.
• Follows clear rules for safety and operations.
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Past perfect, future tense @ppft.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
This segment left a strong impression on me. Listening to MPR talk radio this AM, it was thrilling/humbling to realize: for breadth, depth, complexity, pacing, thoughtful call-in commentary and production quality: in my bouncing around the world, I've yet to find anything that equals it.
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Mara 👻 aBOOlish I.C.E. @mauratwit.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
The Council Members that were out on the streets every single day during the Surge put their bodies and mental health on the line. I’m glad Aurin is talking about this, and I hope all of our precious council members are taking care of themselves now.
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Aurin Chowdhury MPLS City Council Member W12 @aurinmpls.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
Honored to be on Angela Davis’ MPR News Show- Wellness Wednesday to have a conversation on Mental Health challenges that can face public officials. Give it a listen: www.mprnews.org/episode/2026...
Photo of Aurin, Noel, Angela, Davis in the NPR news recording studio
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Joshua Houdek @jhoudek.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
My Council Member @aurinmpls.bsky.social is bravely speaking with @angeladavismpr.bsky.social right now on MPR about the mental health challenges of serving public office and I am in awe. 🎙️
Selfie of me and Aurin
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Jason Chavez @jchavezmpls.bsky.social · 01/08/2026
A Virginia developer wants to redevelop the old Star Tribune printing plan into a data center in North Loop. This is on a 13-acre site by the river. This is exactly why CM @aurinmpls.bsky.social & I authored a data center moratorium & we were told to not worry. 1/ www.startribune.com/data-center-...
startribune.com
Data center developer signs deal to buy Minnesota Star Tribune’s shuttered North Loop printing plant
The 13-acre property is one of downtown Minneapolis’ last large industrial sites.
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🍂 Shel-leaf 🍁 Ca-pumpkin 🎃🚫🧊 [Seasonal Edition] @virtuistic.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
UPDATE: If we can close out this fundraiser, we can cover all the remaining needs! 💸🏘️ Please share, and donate: NeighborReliefFund.org ICE is still abducting our neighbors in Minnesota. Many families are struggling with separation from loved ones and loss of income, and rent is due on August 1. ✊💖
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Erin Maye Quade @erinmayequade.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
Elon Musk is suing to block my law that bans nudificafion technology. It’s time to Rein in Big Tech. secure.actblue.com/donate/rein-... #ReinInBigTech #nudification #mnleg
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Zaynab Mohamed @zaynabmmohamed.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
Tomorrow at 5:30 PM! 💜 We’re so excited to host our Picnic in the Park, connect with our neighbors, and build community together. We’re also honored to be joined by our City Council Members, @jchavezmpls.bsky.social and @aurinmpls.bsky.social We can’t wait to see you there!
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Senate District 63 DFL @sd63dfl.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
Join our Senator, @zaynabmmohamed.bsky.social, for her campaign field kickoff on Tuesday, July 28 at 5 PM alongside Congresswoman Ilhan Omar and Minneapolis School Board candidates @christin-with-mpls.bsky.social & @beccaforschools.bsky.social! 🔗 www.mobilize.us/ilhanomar/ev...
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Zaynab Mohamed Kickoff with Ilhan Omar, Christin Crabtree and Becca Dryden! · Ilhan Omar for Congress
Join Zaynab Mohamed, Ilhan Omar, Christin Crabtree and Becca Dryden for a door knock! Wear your best walking shoes and bring a friend. Sign up to receive the address.
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Jesse Thorn @jessethorn.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
Cheryl Reeve, winningest coach in WNBA history, defends transgender athletes against sports bans. “Exclusion is never the answer. Separate isn’t equal. Trans lives matter.” 💗🏳️‍⚧️💗🏀💗
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Aurin Chowdhury MPLS City Council Member W12 @aurinmpls.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
Flanagan is the current Lieutenant Governor and former state legislator. Guess who was the last Lt. Governor to become a MN U.S. Senator? Tina Smith. She’s more than experienced and qualified for the position.
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Aurin Chowdhury MPLS City Council Member W12 @aurinmpls.bsky.social · 26/07/2026
A supporter of Angie tagged me in a post today - critiquing that everyone calling out Rep. Craig for this transactional behavior as “performative.” Not voting and criticizing an elected official for untrustworthy behavior is not performative- it’s democracy. 🧵
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Aurin Chowdhury MPLS City Council Member W12 @aurinmpls.bsky.social · 25/07/2026
I’m sorry but why aren’t we talking more about the fact that Angie Craig called Sen. John Hoffman soon after he was shot for his endorsement?? A new low. Very transactional move and she’s not the person I want representing us in the U.S. Senate. Primary Election Day is 8/11. I’m voting Flanagan.
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