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Dori

@doribirdy.bsky.social
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I am a joyful Democrat Michigander. I welcome discussions with people whose views are different from mine, but it goes both ways. 🙏🏻 #Ivotedforher

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The Obama Foundation @obamafoundation.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
Happy International #DayoftheGirl! We’re excited to share that the Girls Opportunity Alliance will be providing more than $1 million to 25 incredible grassroots organizations supporting girls in 15 different countries. go.obama.org/rR77FF
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Dori @doribirdy.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
Finally, the government enacts a hard 8.5% cost ceiling on premium expenses relative to household income and opens the federal exchange to absorb low-income residents trapped in states blocking Medicaid expansion. Currently since SCOTUS 2012 decision cannot force states to expand Medicaid.
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Dori @doribirdy.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
Next, a government-run public option is injected into the marketplace to force private insurers to lower premiums to compete. 2/2
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Dori @doribirdy.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
The ACA architecture can organically achieve 100% universal care by transforming from an optional marketplace into an automatic safety net. First, the system flips to a default-on model where every uninsured resident is automatically enrolled into a baseline plan. 1/2
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Dori @doribirdy.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
There’s no reason to continue with Trump enablers. Thank you for sharing this information, it’s much appreciated.
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Dori @doribirdy.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
Just a reminder that President Biden became the first U.S. president to formally issue a proclamation recognizing this day. Happy Indigenous Peoples Day.
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Dori @doribirdy.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
I would highly suggest you do not engage with these Trump supporters. It is not worth your time. My dear, voting is the best option.
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Dori @doribirdy.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
Their ignorance is astoundingly on the very same level as Trump's dwindling base. We are not prepared for Medicare for All.
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Dori @doribirdy.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
They don't care what happens to their constituents and the rest of us.
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Dori @doribirdy.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
Hopefully Mainers smarten up.
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Dori @doribirdy.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
Don’t listen nor read the poll numbers, and don’t take social media to heart. It’s almost time to get your butts in a groove and vote for preserving our democracy. #voteNovember3rd #voteDemocrat Have a great weekend.
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Dori @doribirdy.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Precisely, while Sanders still runs as a Democrat. There in lies the irony.
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Dori @doribirdy.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Mainers you know what to do, vote Susan Collins out of office. Vote 🧢 Goodnight!
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The Tennessee Holler @thetnholler.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
DAVE MATTHEWS: “I said it last night, but I’ll say it again - man, I’m so tired of this fuckin’ President.”
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Dori @doribirdy.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
The irony is Sanders is a registered Independent.
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Dori @doribirdy.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Kaitlyn Collins at one of her best moments was today. thehill.com/homenews/adm...
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Trump tells CNN’s Collins ‘you shouldn’t be here’ on way into UN
President Trump on Tuesday brushed aside questions from CNN Chief White House correspondent Kaitlan Collins amid his push to block the network and two other outlets from covering the White House.&n…
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Dori @doribirdy.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
I hope he's okay.
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Dori @doribirdy.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
The eyes never lie, so I concur with you.
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Dori @doribirdy.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
I’m just going to post one of President Obama’s UN speeches. I will not post Trump’s UN speech on the plethora of lies he tells himself because it’s not worth the effort. youtu.be/qxHcwt3qBCk
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General Assembly 2014: Obama U.N. Speech [FULL] Today | The New York Times
YouTube video by The New York Times
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Dori @doribirdy.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Indeed this story is notable and quite beautifully illustrated.
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Dori @doribirdy.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
www.pbs.org/newshour/pol...
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Republicans decry a new Democratic Socialists of America platform as Dem primaries split the party
A new platform from the progressive Democratic Socialists of America is sparking Republican attacks.
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Dori @doribirdy.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
DSA are not progressives nor liberals but Progressive Democrats truly are liberals. DSA supporters can call themselves liberals but they’re most certainly not. progressives.house.gov/home
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Congressional Progressive Caucus
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Dori @doribirdy.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Except DSA likes to call themselves as Progressives but they’re not one of the same. Democratic socialists want to abolish capitalism, Progressive Democrats want to strengthen the government safety nets to government programs that are available like ACA, DSA no. www.newsweek.com/democratic-s...
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Democratic socialists compared to progressives: List of elected DSA members
Abdul El-Sayed has said he's not a democratic socialist, differentiating himself from DSA members who won recent races.
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Hillary Rodham Clinton @hillaryclinton.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Progress is possible, but not guaranteed. Let's talk about how we keep going—amid setbacks and uncertainty—at a critical moment for the country and the world. Join our conversation at #CGI2026 at 4:30 PM ET: clintonglobal.org/2026
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Dori @doribirdy.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Mayor Mamdani never had legal authority, a federal treaty shielding foreign leaders from local arrest during U.N. summits No legal authority to arrest Netanyahu with an ICC warrant, because he is safeguarded by head-of-state diplomatic immunity. www.politico.com/news/2026/07...
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Mamdani reverses on pledge to arrest Netanyahu
New York's mayor said he doesn’t have the legal authority to uphold his campaign promise.
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Dori @doribirdy.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Stories like this make our country great.
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Dori @doribirdy.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Do not engage with people who make up excuses for enabling Trump. Vote in November. Voting is definitely the way.
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Dori @doribirdy.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Cotton is a beautiful baby. I hope she'll be okay.
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Dori @doribirdy.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Oh dear, he's not part of the resistance. His regression is clear to most.
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Dori @doribirdy.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
They were beautiful.
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Dori @doribirdy.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
43 days till we hold this wretched administration accountable. I'm sick of this administration. We didn't ask for this.
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Dori @doribirdy.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
You’re welcome my dear. They most certainly own their sloppiness.
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Dori @doribirdy.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
They’re no different than Trump’s cult.
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Dori @doribirdy.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
DSA members are not progressives.
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Dori @doribirdy.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Electoral participation constitutes the fundamental bedrock of democratic sustainability, granting citizens agency over governance, policy, & national destiny. This operationalizes civic self-determination & reinforces popular sovereignty. In 43 days it’s up to us to preserve our democracy! Vote!
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Dori @doribirdy.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
lol, I don’t know what to say. McConnell is on something.
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Dori @doribirdy.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
One more thing, if anyone is saying negative rhetoric about Minority Leader Jeffries then you’re not paying attention, we see you as you are and it’s not a good look. youtu.be/CGIluas0OMU
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Hakeem Jeffries Fires Back At Trump After Supreme Court Ruling, Demands Sweeping Judicial Reform
YouTube video by The Financial Express
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Dori @doribirdy.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Oh they knew, In Dearborn, Michigan, many “progressives” and DSA members broke from Democrats in 2024. Fueled by Gaza war protests and the "Uncommitted" movement, they refused to back Kamala Harris. This is on them. These people call themselves Progressives is total nonsense. youtu.be/9L-INi9-kvk
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Donald Trump wins Dearborn in 2024 presidential election powered by Arab-American, Muslim voters
YouTube video by Click On Detroit | Local 4 | WDIV
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Dori @doribirdy.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Currently these are the AG running or up for reelection. In 49 days vote Blue. 2/2 ballotpedia.org/Attorney_Gen...
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Attorney General elections, 2026
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Dori @doribirdy.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
State AG exercise independent legal authority to fortify election integrity. Through targeted jurisprudence, they protect executive directives on mail-in ballots, repel voter suppression tactics, and enforce constitutional mandates to preserve equitable franchise and democratic governance. 1/2
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Dori @doribirdy.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Okay so McConnell came back to the Senate today after his three month medical leave. However, just for giggles there's this YouTube video. Good night. youtu.be/D9NBfzwdP4Q
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The Wizard of Was | Political Satire
YouTube video by Midnight Oil Productions (Jason Moore)
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Dori @doribirdy.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
My apologies for the typo. *for Stein.
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Dori @doribirdy.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Complicit bigotry at its worst with this woman on TikTok & the Bernie Bros fof Stein. 😳 Kamala Harris’s 2024 prioritized a conditional hostage-release ceasefire to mitigate humanitarian distress, envisioning mutual security and bilateral sovereignty for coexisting nations. youtu.be/oogNVOqnChc
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WATCH: Kamala Harris addresses war in Gaza 2024 at Democratic National Convention | 2024 DNC Night 4
YouTube video by PBS NewsHour
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Dori @doribirdy.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
In general the people in the LGBTQ+ are for democrats. However, there's truly ignorant people no matter whatever they label themselves. I wouldn't doubt it is a ploy for trying to divide us. This man is right, regardless. Nonetheless, I'll leave this here. www.eqca.org/becerraprima...
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Equality California Congratulates Xavier Becerra on Advancing to General Election in California Governor's Race
Equality California, the nation's largest statewide LGBTQ+ civil rights organization, congratulated former U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services and former California Attorney General Xavier Bec...
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Dori @doribirdy.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
That woman in the video embodies ignorance at it its lowest. And Rashida Tlaib is a part of it as well. www.detroitnews.com/story/news/p...
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Tlaib declines to endorse Harris at UAW rally in Detroit
Rashida Tlaib spoke during a UAW get-out-the-vote rally Friday in Detroit.
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Dori @doribirdy.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
These are bot ls or foreign adversaries who want out democracy eradicated. We are not going to allow this to happen.
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Dori @doribirdy.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
www.c-span.org/clip/news-co...
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Dori @doribirdy.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Here’s another article from the Hill: thehill.com/homenews/hou...
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Jeffries does not rule out pursuing Trump impeachment if Democrats win House
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) said Sunday he has not ruled out pursuing the impeachment of President Trump if Democrats take back the House in November. “No, we haven’t ruled…
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Dori @doribirdy.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Anyone saying anything different about Minority Leader Jeffries is definitely part of the problem. He’s the minority leader and he’s always been about building on consensus. youtube.com/shorts/-BvnW...
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House Minority Leader Jeffries on impeachment proceedings against President Trump
YouTube video by ABC News
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Dori @doribirdy.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
25 years ago (tomorrow) Never forget what happened on 9/11/2001. youtube.com/shorts/9_lNc...
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Drone light show recreates Twin Towers to honor 9/11 victims
YouTube video by Mid-Michigan now on FOX66 & NBC25
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