Sign in

Adrian W Brakeley

@awbrakeley.bsky.social
39 followers 44 following 25 posts

Husband, father, USAF Veteran, Campaign Manager, President of @ydnc.bsky.social t.crdtg2.com/331727/5165?aff_sub5=S…

PostsRepliesMedia
Reposted by Adrian W Brakeley
WOFAVA @wofava.bsky.social · 01/02/2026
Texas Senate District 9 over the years ⬇️ 2022 ➡️ 🔴 Republican wins by 20 points 2024 ➡️ 🔴 Trump wins by 17 points 2026 ➡️ 🔵 Democrat wins by 14 points We can compete and win anywhere. But we MUST show up and vote! TEXAS your primaries are on Tuesday, March 3! www.texastribune.org/2026/01/30/t...
texastribune.org
Democrat wins special election for red Texas Senate seat
With ballots tallied from all but a handful of voting centers, Rehmet had 57% of the vote, besting the 43% for his GOP opponent, Leigh Wambsganss, who had a massive spending advantage.
804034793
Reposted by Adrian W Brakeley
Angry @angrystaffer.bsky.social · 01/02/2026
In case you missed it, a Republican in *checks notes* … Texas — who Trump endorsed — just underperformed Trump by 30 points and lost a special election. The panic is going to be delicious.
19869411254
Reposted by Adrian W Brakeley
Jon Collins @jcollins.bsky.social · 31/01/2026
"MPR News has learned that the police chief in the small southern Minnesota city of St. Peter intervened Thursday afternoon to prevent federal immigration agents from arresting a local resident" who had been observing federal agents. www.mprnews.org/story/2026/0...
mprnews.org
St. Peter police chief intervenes, prevents federal agents from arresting resident
The police chief of St. Peter intervened to prevent federal agents from taking a local resident who was observing ICE enforcement actions into custody. It is believed to the first time local police in...
31668922376
Reposted by Adrian W Brakeley
NC Democrats @ncdp.org · 18/12/2025
The NCDP family mourns the loss of Gov. Jim Hunt, a champion of our mission. He showed everyone what it means to be a Democrat in the South. Our hearts are with the Hunt family. We will celebrate the life and service of Gov. Jim Hunt by carrying forward his values and hope for a better tomorrow.
03811
Adrian W Brakeley @awbrakeley.bsky.social · 18/12/2025
North Carolina lost a giant today. Governor Jim Hunt has passed away, and he leaves behind an incredible legacy. From a current YDNC president to a former, rest in peace, Governor. You will be remembered for generations. #ncpol
020
Reposted by Adrian W Brakeley
Left of Old North @leftofoldnorth.bsky.social · 18/12/2025
Governor Jim Hunt was nothing short of an icon in NC politics. An absolute legend loved by many. His death is a huge loss to our state. Our thoughts are with his family and Lt. Governor Rachel Hunt. Rest in Peace. Former NC Gov. Jim Hunt dead at 88 www.wral.com/news/state/n...
wral.com
Former NC Gov. Jim Hunt dead at 88
Former Gov. Jim Hunt, who redefined the office of governor in North Carolina, championed public education and helped focus the state's economy on high-tech industries, has died. He was 88.
051
Adrian W Brakeley @awbrakeley.bsky.social · 17/11/2025
I'm attending Young Democrats of North Carolina's event, “Young Democrats of Orange County Social + Organizing Meeting” - sign up now to join me! www.mobilize.us/ydnc/event/8...
mobilize.us
Young Democrats of Orange County Social + Organizing Meeting · Young Democrats of North Carolina
Calling all Young Democrats ages 16-35 in Orange County! Join us at our upcoming social on Wednesday, December 3rd at 6:00pm at Steel String Brewery in Carrboro to meet fellow young progressives and ...
010
Reposted by Adrian W Brakeley
Grayson Barnette @graysonbarnette.com · 05/11/2025
Not only was it a major night for Democrats nationally, but also in local elections across North Carolina. You won't read about about these in the headlines tomorrow, but NC Dems are continuing to lay impressive groundwork — building the bench and racking up wins.
2105
Reposted by Adrian W Brakeley
Santiago Mayer @santiagomayer.com · 05/11/2025
I’m genuinely just sitting in the office in shock. We won everything. Young voters turned out in force for Dems. We’ve never been so back.
833147
Reposted by Adrian W Brakeley
Angry @angrystaffer.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
The GOP was already freaking out about the impending Trump effect on the midterms. Now they’re fucking terrified.
4206346829
Reposted by Adrian W Brakeley
Left of Old North @leftofoldnorth.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
A moment of silence for all the refreshing buttons being pushed to their limits tonight.
072
Reposted by Adrian W Brakeley
Charlie Davis @charlespdavis.bsky.social · 09/10/2025
The news about Rep. Cecil Brockman is sickening and horrifying. He must resign immediately. As @ydnc.bsky.social President @awbrakeley.bsky.social said, “anything less would be a continued insult to the victim, survivors, families, and to every person who believes in justice.”
122
Reposted by Adrian W Brakeley
Left of Old North @leftofoldnorth.bsky.social · 23/07/2025
Looks like former NC Gov #roycooper is getting set to throw his hat in the ring for US Senate. Axios is reporting that he’ll be announcing next week, though I think he might announce at the #ncdp Unity Dinner. We’ll see. Exciting times. #ncpol #fyp #leftofoldnorth #dems #ncdems #midterms #ussenate
054
Adrian W Brakeley @awbrakeley.bsky.social · 28/05/2025
Republicans are not unfamiliar with what's in their bills. they're very dangerously aware. #politics #uspolitics #politicstiktok #politicstok #democrats #republicans #project2025 #trump #ncpol
091
Reposted by Adrian W Brakeley
Left of Old North @leftofoldnorth.bsky.social · 27/05/2025
This week we talked to WCU professor @chriscooperwcu.bsky.social about #ncpol and he echoed some of our same concerns about what the #griffinvriggs case did to people’s faith in our election system. #ncpol #leftofoldnorth #ncdems #fyp #ncdp #congress #ncsupremecourt #jeffersongriffin #allisonriggs
042
Reposted by Adrian W Brakeley
Rick Hasen @rickhasen.bsky.social · 06/05/2025
Breaking and Analysis: Federal Court–in a Ruling Likely to Be Upheld on Appeal– Holds That Judge Griffin’s Attempt to Overturn the Results of the North Carolina Supreme Court Election Violates the Constitutional Rights of Voters and Orders Certification for Justice Riggs electionlawblog.org?p=149785
electionlawblog.org
Breaking and Analysis: Federal District Court--in a Ruling Likely to Be Upheld on Appeal-- Holds That Judge Griffin's Attempt to Overturn the Results of the North Carolina Supreme Court Election Viola...
You can read the detailed analysis at this link. Here is the core holding: The court concludes that the retroactive invalidation of absentee ballots cast by overseas military and civilian voters viola...
823465
Adrian W Brakeley @awbrakeley.bsky.social · 27/04/2025
*sigh*
030
Reposted by Adrian W Brakeley
Young Democrats of Johnston County @youngdemsjoconc.bsky.social · 19/04/2025
We out here #50501protest #handsoff #raleigh
17613
Reposted by Adrian W Brakeley
Liberal Tarot by Sherri @tarotbysherri.bsky.social · 17/04/2025
so according to him, SCOTUS is "aiding and abetting a terrorist" since they ruled, 9-0 for DUE PROCESS
437243
Adrian W Brakeley @awbrakeley.bsky.social · 18/04/2025
Here it is, folks. They're proudly saying if you support due process and you disagree with this administration's actions, you are now considered a terrorist. Even the #Trump -friendly Supreme Court said what they're doing is illegal. This is #fascism, and they're coming for YOU next.
053
Adrian W Brakeley @awbrakeley.bsky.social · 18/04/2025
The youth vote is splitting. Young women are voting blue in record numbers. Young men? They're drifting to the right — fast. Read it on The Youth Observer: #YouthVote #GenZ #GenderGap #Politics #ProgressiveStrategy #YoungVoters #TheYouthObserver #2024Election
110
Reposted by Adrian W Brakeley
Youth Observer @youthobserver.com · 09/04/2025
youthobserver.com
Is the Age of Gerontocracy Finally Over?
How Young Leaders Are Transforming the Idea of Leadership and Shaping the Future of American Politics
46117
Adrian W Brakeley @awbrakeley.bsky.social · 17/04/2025
Happy to be on board!
000
Adrian W Brakeley @awbrakeley.bsky.social · 09/04/2025
Is the Age of Gerontocracy Finally Over? substack.com/@awbrakeley/...
substack.com
Is the Age of Gerontocracy Finally Over?
How Young Leaders Are Transforming the Idea of Leadership and Shaping the Future of American Politics
010
Reposted by Adrian W Brakeley
Left of Old North @leftofoldnorth.bsky.social · 04/04/2025
Make no mistake, the @northcarolinagop.bsky.social and their cronies on the Court of Appeals do not care about letting your vote count. Any voters you know who are overseas/military or who might have missing voter registration info need to know that they only have 15 days to fix said info. #ncpol
096
Reposted by Adrian W Brakeley
Chuck Hubbard for Congress @chuck.hubbardforcongress.com · 03/04/2025
My name is Chuck Hubbard. If we haven't yet met, I’m a North Carolinian, a retired newspaper reporter, and as of today, I'm the Democrat challenging MAGA extremist Virginia Foxx for North Carolina’s 5th Congressional District in 2026. #NCPol #VoteBlue #NC05
Chuck Hubbard smiling and with his arms folded in downtown Boone, North Carolina
69033
Reposted by Adrian W Brakeley
Bren @kindofnerdy.bsky.social · 02/04/2025
NC has joined this lawsuit. Statement from AG Jackson: "My job is to be a shield for the people of North Carolina – and that includes protecting their health care. The fed gov can’t just cancel nearly a quarter billion dollars that have already been congressionally allocated to our state." #ncpol
217054
Reposted by Adrian W Brakeley
Emily @growblue.bsky.social · 23/03/2025
Had a great day canvassing with @mimelife.bsky.social, @awbrakeley.bsky.social and @ddale8.bsky.social! ☀️ North Carolinians deserve a senator who protects their health care (and isn’t afraid of meeting with his own constituents) #ncpol
052
Adrian W Brakeley @awbrakeley.bsky.social · 22/03/2025
So good to see folks turning out to make sure Johnstonians know how destructive Sen. Tillis and this administration is. Time for him to be out of power. #johnstoncountync #ncpol #youngdems
040
Reposted by Adrian W Brakeley
Mark Cuban @mcuban.bsky.social · 15/03/2025
If you live in NC, call every Republican politician you know. Call every farmer you know and ask them to do the same When money walks , voters talk. Make sure they know this effects everyone in their town and state www.wunc.org/news/2025-03...
wunc.org
USDA cancels $11 million in federal funding for North Carolina food banks
The USDA has notified the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services that it would terminate the agreement for the Local Food Purchase Assistance Program, which is one of the progr...
20185094819383
Adrian W Brakeley @awbrakeley.bsky.social · 13/03/2025
But no new wars, right? #dictatortrump www.commondreams.org/news/trump-p...
020
Adrian W Brakeley @awbrakeley.bsky.social · 12/03/2025
Is America great now?
000
Reposted by Adrian W Brakeley
Young Democrats of Johnston County @youngdemsjoconc.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
We're proud to announce the officers elected at our meeting yesterday! 💙 Adrian Winter Brakeley @awbrakeley.bsky.social – President 💙 Ben Chapman @ben-chapman.bsky.social – Vice President 💙 Ben Sanderford – Secretary 💙 Abby Durham @abbydurham.bsky.social – Treasurer #ncpol #ydjc #youngdemocrats
142
Adrian W Brakeley @awbrakeley.bsky.social · 21/11/2024
*shocked Pikachu face*
100
Adrian W Brakeley @awbrakeley.bsky.social · 21/11/2024
"bAsEd", they screech, not realizing how utterly stupid this all is.
000
Adrian W Brakeley @awbrakeley.bsky.social · 21/11/2024
The real question is where do you want to be in that history book? Will you simply be a bystander, waiting to tell your grandchildren about the days that happened before? Or are you willing to at the very least be a footnote in those books? Are you willing to dare to be part of something?
000
Adrian W Brakeley @awbrakeley.bsky.social · 21/11/2024
Stay vigilant, my friends.
An opening quote from the book On Tyranny by Timothy Snyder that reads "In politics, being deceived is no excuse. -LESZEK KOŁAKOWSKI"
000
Adrian W Brakeley @awbrakeley.bsky.social · 21/11/2024
I don't think I need to tell you that Newsmax is not a trustworthy organization. However, in case you are not aware of this "news" organization's reach and influence as a propaganda arm of the Republican establishment, here is a perfect example:
A screenshot of a newsmax news article that reads " musk tweets newsmax map of Harris winning no-voter ID states". The map explicitly leaves out context and intentionally misleads the audience to draw the conclusion that Harris only one in states where voter ID is not requiredAn ballotpedia map of states that require ID, noticeably different from the newsmax map. Some of the states that the newsmax map labels as no voter ID required, do in fact require some form of ID.
100
Adrian W Brakeley @awbrakeley.bsky.social · 18/11/2024
Pretty crazy how fast Twxtter has been purging while BlueSky is surging. If this is any bit as good I'll try sticking around here. Seems like a good place to not see bigots every other post.
050