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Missouri Workers Power @moworkerspower.org · 11m
1/ 👑 NO KINGS KC: Saturday, October 17th at 1:00 PM 👑 We're rallying at Mill Creek Park at 1:00pm. Then we're getting out the vote! 🚪 ⏰ 1:00pm: No Kings 4 Rally ⏰ 2:00pm: Canvass training + GOTV canvass for NO on Prop A and Amendment 3
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Boots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 4h
6 is a YES! NO on the rest! 🪧 We keep printing more signs and you keep buying them all. 😎 Order your Missouri Amendments yard sign at the link below and select from one of three pickup locations. my.cheddarup.com/c/sixisayesn...
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KCUR (Kansas City's best news source) @kcur.org · 12h
The fate of abortion and gerrymandering in Missouri, and who is allowed to vote in Kansas, will be decided by voters this November. Find out what's on your ballot and register to vote with KCUR's 2026 election guide.
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Kansas City election guide 2026: What Kansas and Missouri voters need to know about their ballots
On Nov. 3, voters in Kansas and Missouri will decide multiple consequential ballot issues — including on abortion access
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Kansas City Bus Riders Union @kcbusriders.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
It's still not too late to join our team for the Green Commute Challenge! Visit my.waytogokc.org and join the challenge, then search for the Kansas City Bus Riders Union!
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WAY TO GO
Join WAY TO GO and get rewards when you walk, bike, telecommute, carpool, vanpool, take the bus, or work a compressed week. It's free and easy to do.
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Adam Hamilton @hamilton4kansas.bsky.social · 7h
Roger Marshall is lying about Adam to cover up his own record. Here's the truth: Adam helped get this predator convicted, while Roger Marshall protected pedophiles by voting to block the release of the Epstein files.
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Josh Smead @joshsmead.bsky.social · 5h
Chris Stigall has had plenty of chances to make his case to north Missouri. So far, he hasn't. Tomorrow at 5:30pm, come out to the Kirksville Chamber of Commerce forum, ask your questions, and hear directly from the candidates. I'll be there. Chris, will you?
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Boots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 7h
You won't want to miss our October Missouri Meet-up! Even if you’ve already made up your mind about who you’re voting for, showing up to see a slate of candidates is one of the most valuable things you can do as a voter. Wed, Oct. 21st | 6 pm | 7850 Holmes Rd, KCMO www.mobilize.us/indivisible/...
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Boots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 7h
⬇️⬇️⬇️ TOMORROW!!
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Boots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 7h
According to a Kansas Speaks survey, over 80% of Kansans support raising the minimum wage. Know a candidate fighting for the working class? Tag them in the comments! 🙌 VoteYourValuesKS.com
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Boots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 8h
Find yourself wondering if common ground is possible? Last week we hosted a screening of MY OMAHA, a documentary exploring political polarization and the challenges & possibilities of finding common ground in America. If you missed the screening, you can watch it here: www.pbs.org/independentl...
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My Omaha - Independent Lens
In My Omaha, filmmaker Nick Beaulieu explores racial justice in his hometown as he reconnects with his conservative father.
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Cindy Holscher @cindyforkansas.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
Kansans are worried about data centers, and so am I. That's why I've called for a statewide pause until real protections are in place. I'll always listen to Kansans and make decisions based on what's best for working families, not billionaires and special interests.
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Adam Hamilton @hamilton4kansas.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
I joined this race for my granddaughter Stella and all the young people of Kansas. They’re counting on us to leave this country better than we found it. – AH
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Boots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
At Boots on the Ground, we vote for candidates who share our values. These include public education, accessible and affordable healthcare, clean land and water, and much more. Everyone should vote their values. See which candidates share yours at VoteYourValuesKS.com
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Boots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
Have you signed up yet?? You don’t want to miss this Tuesday with @cindyforkansas.bsky.social!
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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
I continue to warn against complacence. It’s still vitally important that we vote and remain vigilant against Trump’s interference in our elections. But with a little more than four weeks to go before the midterms, I’m breathing a wee bit easier. Here's why...
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Sunday thought: What’s Up With Kansas?
The power of kitchen-table economics
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Boots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
Remember to vote early!!! If you are choosing advance voting by mail, send it back as early as possible and check that it arrives and is counted. Better yet, take it to an official drop box or a polling place! 🗳️ Kansas - Early voting starts October 17th Missouri - Early voting starts October 20th
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Boots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
We spy Boots on the Ground Midwest co-founder Martha Lawrence 💙⬇️
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ACLU of Kansas @aclukansas.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
ICE is a threat to the safety and well-being of our communities. Saying NO to 287(g) agreements is saying NO to the masked agents separating families and saying YES to the rule of law that guarantees our Constitutional rights.
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Kansas City DSA @kcdsa.org · 03/10/2026
🆃🅾🅳🅰🆈 𝓣𝓞𝓓𝓐𝓨 TODAY ᵗᵒᵈᵃʸ Today at Blip from 2-6pm
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Cindy Holscher @cindyforkansas.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
Great time in Dodge City! After two weeks on our statewide tour, the energy at every stop has been incredible. I’m in this race to make life better for every Kansas family — let’s make it happen on November 3rd!
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ACLU @aclu.org · 03/10/2026
Local and state election officials run our elections — our job is to cast our ballots by November 3. Watch the rundown from our expert Adriel at youtu.be/tIiZels1fYs
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Indivisible ❌👑 @indivisible.org · 03/10/2026
This is it. We’ve only got one month left until an election that will determine whether the fascists consolidate control or the people win back power. Which future we wake up to on November 4 comes down to the organizing work we do over these next four weeks.
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Boots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
You have a little over a week to register to vote in Kansas!! If you're a procrastinator, do yourself a favor and check it off your list today. ⏰
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Boots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
‼️MISSOURI!!!!! You have until this WEDNESDAY to register to vote!!! Time is running out! Stop stressing us out and go register RIGHT NOW!!‼️ Call your family, text your friends, go tell random people on the street they need to make sure to register, make a yard sign, post it to your socials!! GOTV!⏱️
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ACLU of Kansas @aclukansas.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Our campaign, Opportunity Forward, has just launched with the goal of responding to the rising threats to due process and community safety in Kansas. To learn more about our mission's goals for defending immigrants' rights in Kansas, click here: loom.ly/tCNkzJI
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OPPORTUNITY FORWARD - ACLU of Kansas
In Kansas, we believe people should be judged by their character, actions and contributions—not by where they come from, what language they speak, or what they look like. Attacks on immigrants' civil rights from the state and federal level have chipped away at our fundamental values that keep us safe and open the doors to...
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Kansas Reflector @kansasreflector.com · 02/10/2026
Trump’s immigration sweeps leave southwest Kansas communities looking for way forward | via @crazeywriter.bsky.social #ksleg
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Trump's immigration sweeps leave southwest Kansas communities looking for way forward • Kansas Reflector
DODGE CITY — Southwest Kansas communities reeling from President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown — which included random stops to check status — are looking for ways to recover as fear continues ...
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More Perfect Union @moreperfectunion.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
BREAKING: Bernie Sanders, AOC, and Jeff Merkley are introducing the Ban Flock Act. This bill would effectively put an end to AI surveillance cameras that track Americans. /1
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Boots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
We're hosting candidate for US Senate @hamilton4kansas.bsky.social for a town hall in Johnson County, KS, on Monday, Oct. 19th from 5-6:30pm. In-person seats are limited, but there are unlimited virtual seats, so invite your friends over and watch the livestream together. Link in bio.
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Headquarters @headquartersnews.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
The largest Senate Republican super PAC has canceled millions of dollars in North Carolina and moved the money to Kansas. This likely means Republicans think Kansas Democrat Adam Hamilton could beat incumbent Republican Roger Marshall.
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Boots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Support immigrants being detained in Leavenworth ⬇️ 💙 Drop-off needed items in the box by the front door of: First Lutheran 6400 State Line Rd 💙 Or donate monetarily here: www.zeffy.com/en-US/donati...
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Boots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Don’t forget to sign up and save the date for this Tuesday! Hear from @cindyforkansas.bsky.social and get a chance to ask her questions. She isn’t afraid to talk to the public. 😏 If you can‘t attend in person, sign up to watch virtually! ⬇️
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Boots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
TOMORROW! 🪧
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Boots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Tonight!!
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Kansas City Bus Riders Union @kcbusriders.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
The Kansas City Bus Riders Union invites YOU (yes, you!) to join us in the following events starting TOMORROW! Learn more ⤵️ Week Without Driving: 🗓 October 1st - October 8th @nondriverpodcast.bsky.social Green Commute Challenge: 🗓 October 1st - October 31st waytogokc.org/green-commut...
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Green Commute Challenge – Way To Go KC
The Green Commute Challenge is an annual competition that encourages commuters to use sustainable transportation options.
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The Democratic Governors Association @demgovs.org · 02/10/2026
CAUGHT ON TAPE: In this newly unearthed video, Ty Masterson, a longtime ally of Sam Brownback, admits he wrote the disastrous Brownback tax experiment.The Brownback Plan = The Masterson Plan
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MO Jobs with Justice Voter Action @mojwjva.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Everything you need to know to fight for working-class families this November!
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Boots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Our screening of My Omaha is tomorrow night!!! There’s still time to sign up and plan to attend. Admission is free but there will be concessions and donations to SMUUCH’s food pantry would be much appreciated. 💙
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Boots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
TONIGHT!
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KCUR (Kansas City's best news source) @kcur.org · 01/10/2026
Immigration enforcement targeted western Kansas with sweeping actions over the last week, leaving people with and without legal status reeling. The beef industry that employs thousands in the area is working to get back on track.
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What happens after ICE comes to Kansas? Communities and beef industry find it hard to recover
Immigration enforcement targeted western Kansas with sweeping actions over the last week, leaving people with and withou
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Kansas Reflector @kansasreflector.com · 30/09/2026
Trump TV ads paid for with $20M in Homeland Security funds, Dems find | via @jonshorman.bsky.social kansasreflector.com/2026/09/30/r...
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Trump TV ads paid for with $20M in Homeland Security funds, Dems find • Kansas Reflector
President Donald Trump is tapping $20 million in Homeland Security funding to pay for TV ads that heavily feature him ahead of the midterm elections, Democrats said Tuesday as the promos critics call ...
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Cindy Holscher @cindyforkansas.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Gas prices aren't just hurting Kansans at the pump. They're driving up costs for everything else. Ty Masterson refuses to stand up to his bosses in Washington and cheerleads the reckless war with Iran. Kansans deserve a leader who will put our state first. www.wibw.com/2026/09/29/e...
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Higher gas prices prompt fuel surcharge for Emporia utility customers
As fuel prices rise, the City of Emporia is seeing an increase in the cost to collect and dispose of solid waste.
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Missouri Democrats @missouridemocrats.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Missouri voters rejected an income tax phase-out in August in a landslide! Remember that? Politicians are back with part 2. Tell them again: Vote NO on Amendment 7!
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ACLU @aclu.org · 01/10/2026
BREAKING: The Supreme Court has agreed to hear our case challenging the Trump administration’s cruel and illegal policy subjecting millions of immigrants to mandatory detention. We'll see the administration in court.
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Boots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
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Jess Piper @piperformissouri.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
The “protect women” crowd hasn’t said a word about the Cornell rapists… It’s like they almost don’t actually care about women and abuse trans folks just to prop up their misogyny.
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Boots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
There are three BOTG Community Hubs tomorrow night. There's still time to plan to attend and invite a friend! ⬇️⬇️⬇️
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Boots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Our special screening of My Omaha is this Friday night. Doors open at 6:30pm and you can sign up using the link below. Invite a friend!
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Boots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
🗓️ SAVE THE DATE for OCTOBER 17th!! We're voting early, and encouraging others to vote early too! Details in our bio and below. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay updated! Event: www.mobilize.us/nokings/even... Newsletter: bootsonthegroundmidwest.substack.com
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Boots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
There's an updated map of Kansas 287(g) agreements in this article ⬇️⬇️⬇️
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