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Hope and Hustle in the Natural State • ED at forarpeople.org • #arpx and #arleg lurker • relentless hog caller - #WPS

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Gennie with a G @genniediaz.bsky.social · 31/05/2025
kewl kewl no big deal
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Ben Collins @bencollins.bsky.social · 30/04/2025
April 28, 2025: Migrants are making SOS signs out of their bodies so drones can see them at our country's concentration camps.
A drone view of detainees forming the letters SOS with their bodies in the courtyard at the Bluebonnet Detention Facility, where Venezuelans at the center of a U.S. Supreme Court ruling are held, in Anson, Texas, U.S. April 28, 2025. REUTERS/Paul Ratje
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For AR People @forarpeople.bsky.social · 10/02/2025
She's really frustrated with how Bentley has framed this as pro-life/prop-choice. As someone with 4 kids and 2 miscarriages, she's well aware of how human development works. She wants to teach HG&D, but without turning this into something dishonest or untrue about the bill.
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For AR People @forarpeople.bsky.social · 10/02/2025
Medical experts from all political parties have thoroughly debunked the video - it's nothing more than propaganda. The video would be shown before students have even learned basic anatomy and sex ed. Also on the docket: a few bills that would strengthen transparency requirements for school boards.
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For AR People @forarpeople.bsky.social · 10/02/2025
Good morning folks! We are in Senate Education this morning; the committee has a packed agenda. The primary interest for us: HB1180, the Baby Olivia Act from Rep. Bentley. It would require public school students as young as 10 to view a medically inaccurate video about fetal gestation.
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For AR People @forarpeople.bsky.social · 06/02/2025
Sen. Kim Hammer is trying to destroy your right to propose ballot initiatives. This morning, he filed a slate of bills that would functionally eliminate your ability to even hope to get something on the ballot. onarwatch.org/kim-hammer-w... Senators' contact info is publicly available, fyi.
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Kim Hammer wants to destroy direct democracy
Kim Hammer hits direct democracy with a new wave of anti-ballot initiative bills which would make it nearly impossible to collect signatures
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Gennie with a G @genniediaz.bsky.social · 06/02/2025
🚨🧵It has started: Kim Hammer and #arleg supermajority filing 6 bills that would make citizen led canvassing efforts incredibly difficult. This pertains to VOLUNTEER canvassers, folks. Sound the alarm. They are gutting the people's process yet again. #arpx
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For AR People @forarpeople.bsky.social · 06/02/2025
This is worth pointing out: the Legislature has a narrow view of "transparency." It came up in the House committee hearing yesterday on SB3. There's a provision in SB3 that would alter how alcohol licenses are distributed; a number of liquor store owners came to speak against that specific clause.
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NY Times Pitchbot @nytpitchbot.bsky.social · 05/02/2025
Opinion | No one could’ve predicted that Trump would do this
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Greg Leding @gregleding.bsky.social · 03/02/2025
Good morning. It's the fourth week of the 2025 Regular Session. How many times have you contacted your state lawmakers? Have you made plans to come to the Capitol (if such a trip is possible for you)?
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For AR People @forarpeople.bsky.social · 28/01/2025
Happening now: Gov. Sanders is announcing work requirements for Medicaid. This would directly harm thousands of Arkansans who already struggle to access healthcare. Here's more on work requirements: www.kff.org/medicaid/iss...
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Medicaid Work Requirements: Current Waiver and Legislative Activity | KFF
With Donald Trump returning to the presidency and Republican control of the Senate and House, work requirements are likely to be back on the agenda—through federal legislation or Medicaid waivers. Thi...
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Gennie with a G @genniediaz.bsky.social · 27/01/2025
Rep. Lee Johnson filing a bill that would create a doula certification in Arkansas so trained advocates can fight for pregnant women's rights in an unbending healthcare system is FANTASTIC! More of this, #arleg! #arpx arkleg.state.ar.us/Bills/Detail...
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HB1252 Bill Information
This site is maintained by the Arkansas Bureau of Legislative Research, Information Systems Dept., and is the official website of the Arkansas General Assembly.
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Arkansas Advocate @arkansasadvocate.com · 26/01/2025
A proposed bill that would “regulate liability for shooting sports events” and “provide immunity to certain individuals” at those events was pulled from consideration this week after lawmakers voiced concerns in a committee meeting. #arpx #arleg
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Arkansas lawmaker pulls youth shooting sports bill for revisions after committee concerns • Arkansas Advocate
Members of the Arkansas House Judiciary Committee want more descriptive language and statistics before they approve a lawmaker’s proposed bill regarding youth shooting sports.
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The Tennessee Holler @thetnholler.bsky.social · 18/01/2025
It’s no secret- vouchers are coupons for kids already in private schools. www.statenews.org/section/the-...
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The Tennessee Holler @thetnholler.bsky.social · 12/01/2025
ARKANSAS — Gov Sarah Sanders came to TN to push @GovBillLee’s failed vouchers scam… Ex Little Rock superintendent Baker Kurrus says they should stop their wildly expensive program, which is mainly helping kids who were NOT in public school 👇🏽 🤔 arktimes.com/arkansas-blo...
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Gennie with a G @genniediaz.bsky.social · 10/01/2025
Happy snow day. #arleg starts Monday. It’s fine.
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For AR People @forarpeople.bsky.social · 08/01/2025
Good morning! We're posted up at the Capitol in the Old Supreme Court Room, where we expect Sen. Bryan King to give a press conference on a few bills relating to prisons - population, incarceration, overcrowding, etc. He's been a vocal supporter of the Franklin County and River Valley Coalition.
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Mrs. Misty @mrs-misty-479.bsky.social · 08/01/2025
@ForARPeople1 created an incredible toolkit to assist with advocacy efforts! Sure, it's made for Franklin County, but change the words and fill in the blank for any County and any issue! It's applicable to all! #arnews #arpx #arleg forarpeople.org/franklin-co-...
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Franklin County Coalition Guide - For AR People Action
Access resources + stay informed about efforts to demand transparency, protect local values, and stop the prison build in Franklin County.
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Adam @sirscrewston.bsky.social · 05/01/2025
A reminder with this incoming cold blast: Our local water utility says they pray we don’t run out of water overnight when folks drip their faucets. This is the supply from which the prison intends to pull ~15,000,000 gallons/month. #franklincountystrong #prisongate #ARpx
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Gennie with a G @genniediaz.bsky.social · 04/01/2025
Yet again, a handful of our state’s top leaders continue the pattern of “if we don’t like it, we’ll just make something up and change the rules.” #arpx arktimes.com/arkansas-blo...
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Gennie with a G @genniediaz.bsky.social · 03/01/2025
Read this thread! #arpx #arleg
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Gennie with a G @genniediaz.bsky.social · 23/12/2024
Thoughts and prayers for anyone attempting Whole Foods today.
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The Tennessee Holler @thetnholler.bsky.social · 23/12/2024
The out-of-state group that deployed an anti-“woke” public schools activist with a background of doing gay porn is still pouring millions into Tennessee to help @govbilllee pass his private school vouchers scam this coming session… #LeesVoucherScam
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Austin Gelder @indoctrinatrix.bsky.social · 20/12/2024
Baby SOS here is 27 years old?! Jester's qualifications=he went to the same religious college as the governor, then went to work for her after law school. Now, thanks to Sanders' appointment, he will control elections and ballot initiatives in Arkansas. 🚨🚨🚨 arktimes.com/arkansas-blo...
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Governor appoints new secretary of state, fills two Supreme Court vacancies - Arkansas Times
Cole Jester, will be the next secretary of state. Cody Hiland will remain on the state Supreme Court, joined by solicitor general Nicholas Bronni.
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ProPublica @propublica.org · 19/12/2024
NEW: Women experiencing pregnancy loss in states with abortion bans told us they wished they had known what to expect and how to advocate for themselves. We created this guide for anyone who finds themselves in the same position. ⤵️
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If You’re Pregnant, Here’s What You Should Know About the Medical Procedures That Could Save Your Life
Women experiencing pregnancy loss in states with abortion bans told us they wished they had known what to expect and how to advocate for themselves. We created this guide for anyone who finds…
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Brennan Center @brennancenter.org · 17/12/2024
Voters are unhappy with a government they feel does not deliver for them. Unfair voting maps are part of why Washington too frequently does not work.
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Gerrymandering Decided House Control
Unfair maps helped the GOP win a razor-thin majority.
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Shannon Watts @shannonrwatts.bsky.social · 16/12/2024
Four people were killed and a suspect was found dead in a shooting at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin. Only America abides the slaughter of their children in their schools.
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4 killed, suspect dead in school shooting in Madison, Wisconsin, police say
According to Madison police, multiple injuries were reported in the shooting at Abundant Life Christian School.
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Gennie with a G @genniediaz.bsky.social · 16/12/2024
Why do we live like this when we don't have to? www.nytimes.com/live/2024/12...
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Gennie with a G @genniediaz.bsky.social · 13/12/2024
Handy advocacy guide for Franklin Co folks! #arpx #arleg
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For AR People @forarpeople.bsky.social · 11/12/2024
Gov. Sanders announced today that she was asking the federal government to limit the kinds of foods that SNAP benefits can purchase. Here's just one problem: that'll make hungry families hungrier. #arpx forarpeople.org/making-hungr...
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Cutting SNAP and Stepping on Poor Families - For AR People Action
Sarah Sanders announced her support for limiting SNAP purchases. But will that actually make needy families healthier?
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Gennie with a G @genniediaz.bsky.social · 12/12/2024
My colleagues do the Lord's work forarpeople.org/making-hungr... #arpx #arleg @forarpeople.bsky.social
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Gennie with a G @genniediaz.bsky.social · 11/12/2024
She says nothing about the billions in subsidies we give to the junk food industry. Seems like a better place to start instead of going after someone's choices, which is often contingent on accessibility of food. #arpx brightsidempls.org/blogs/news/w....
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Why is Junk Food So Cheap?
Walk along the isles of many corner stores in Minneapolis and you will see an abundance of unhealthy foods such as chips and sodas. If you take a closer look, you’ll notice all are pretty cheap. And, ...
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Gennie with a G @genniediaz.bsky.social · 11/12/2024
But taxpayer-funded junk food is allowed for private and homeschooled students via LEARNS so this move is really about punishing poor people. Got it. #arpx #arleg talkbusiness.net/2024/12/gov-...
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Gov. Sanders to seek waiver to eliminate 'junk food' purchases in federal SNAP program - Talk Business & Politics
Gov. Sarah Sanders on Wednesday (Dec. 11) disclosed that she will seek a waiver from the federal government in the new Trump administration to eliminate junk food from being purchased...
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Greg Leding @gregleding.bsky.social · 10/12/2024
Regarding Franklin County: Staff at the Bureau of Legislative Research confirm that the Arkansas Development Finance Authority will lease the 815 acres in Franklin County to the Arkansas Department of Corrections for $1 a year. This won't require legislative approval. #ARpx (1/3)
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Gennie with a G @genniediaz.bsky.social · 10/12/2024
This is so bananas. I know SEO is mystifying for non tech people but, good lord, maybe Google about Google before you light your money on fire. bless their hearts.
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Gennie with a G @genniediaz.bsky.social · 09/12/2024
Are you following @forarpeople.bsky.social yet? If you're interested in AR politics (#arpx) and/or the AR legislature (#arleg), For AR People is your go-to for what will impact you and yours. Spread the word!
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Gennie with a G @genniediaz.bsky.social · 08/12/2024
Dem Gaz reported in Nov. that the state purchased Franklin Co prison land from Aaron and Haley Geissinger #arpx
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Gennie with a G @genniediaz.bsky.social · 08/12/2024
Devastating.
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For AR People @forarpeople.bsky.social · 06/12/2024
Good morning Arkansas! We're posted up in the Children and Youth Committee, where legislators will hear a presentation from the Franklin County and River Valley Coalition. You can follow along with our live thread here (and it'll be our first one on this platform, so bear with us!) #arpx #arleg
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The New York Times @nytimes.com · 05/12/2024
Breaking News: A gunman shot two students, ages 5 and 6, at a small school in rural California. The gunman is dead, and the children are being treated.
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Gunman Shoots 2 Students, Ages 5 and 6, at Rural California School
The gunman at the Feather River Adventist School in Oroville, Calif., later died of what appeared to have been a self-inflicted gunshot wound, the authorities said.
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Arkansas Times @arktimes.bsky.social · 04/12/2024
Rawn has said the city needs to address housing issues, citing high median housing costs and homelessness.
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Molly Rawn defeats incumbent Fayetteville mayor Jordan in close runoff election - Arkansas Times
Molly Rawn was elected mayor of Fayetteville in a runoff election against incumbent Lioneld Jordan.
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Gennie with a G @genniediaz.bsky.social · 04/12/2024
Soy una costeña colombiana ahora adióóóósssss ✌🏽😘
Getsemaní, Cartagena
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Gennie with a G @genniediaz.bsky.social · 04/12/2024
Hot damn, so proud of my city!
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benjamincody @benjamincody.bsky.social · 03/12/2024
Wondering around Bogota 2/ @genniediaz.bsky.social the last couple of days 🤩
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Austin Gelder @indoctrinatrix.bsky.social · 03/12/2024
Democrats bitching and moaning about the Hunter Biden pardon are the problem. Being a sanctimonious goody two-shoes is how you lose and lose and lose. Get over yourselves. Play the game. Jesus Christ.
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Brennan Center @brennancenter.org · 03/12/2024
In both Georgia and Texas, about a quarter of citizens are unsure whether they need an ID to vote, or they incorrectly believe they don’t need ID to vote.
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Citizens in Texas and Georgia Don’t Understand Voter ID Laws, Survey Shows
Requiring documentary proof of citizenship would disenfranchise thousands of eligible voters.
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Gennie with a G @genniediaz.bsky.social · 02/12/2024
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Gennie with a G @genniediaz.bsky.social · 27/11/2024
It’s not about empowering parents and students in underserved areas— the map is pretty clear on that. It’s about Arkansas taxpayers subsidizing the lifestyles of a few. Vouchers are a scam. #arpx #arleg
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For AR People @forarpeople.bsky.social · 25/11/2024
And, it turns out, our taxpayer dollars are paying for Christmas gifts for homeschoolers. bsky.app/profile/jenn...
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For AR People @forarpeople.bsky.social · 25/11/2024
The more details that come out about Ark. LEARNS, the worse it gets: our hard-earned tax dollars are going to vendors serving wealthy families in Northwest and Central Arkansas; meanwhile, kids in the Delta and Southeast Arkansas can't afford lunch. #arpx forarpeople.org/learns-vendo...
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LEARNS Vendors Waste Tax Dollars for Dressage and Bouldering - For AR People Action
With LEARNS vouchers going universal next year, we’re getting more and more details about just where our hard-earned tax dollars are going. Mostly, they’re helping rich families pay for fancy...
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