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Graciela Guzmán

@gracielaforsenate.bsky.social
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IL State Senator, District 20 | immigration and healthcare advocate | mutual aid | with my community, for my community. Se habla español linktr.ee/guzmangr

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Graciela Guzmán @gracielaforsenate.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
So grateful to @ctulocal1.bsky.social for honoring me and my colleagues and the work we do to realize a vision of fully resourced, equitable schools across this city—and connecting us with folks who share that mission.
State Senator Graciela Guzman stands with elected officials and union leaders, including Stacy Davis Gates, CTU President, Alderman Anthony Quezada, Congresswoman Delia Ramirez, Commissioner Jessica Vasquez, and others, at the CTU LEAD Dinner.
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Graciela Guzmán @gracielaforsenate.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
I am excited to announce my candidacy for 20th District State Senator has been endorsed by the Humane World Action Fund, which fights against animal cruelty with advocacy at every level of government.
The graphic has shades of blue and says NEW ENDORSEMENT: Graciela Guzman for 20th District State Senator Proudly endorsed by: Humane World Action Fund, which has a picture of their logo as well, which features blue and white animal cutouts.
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Graciela Guzmán @gracielaforsenate.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Thank you @delia.bsky.social for hosting us at the Mujeres al Poder luncheon and at a fundraiser in Humboldt Park to celebrate @darializaforny.bsky.social, @melatkirosco.bsky.social, and @claireforny.bsky.social
The photo shows a series of amazing women elected officials and community members, including State Senator Karina Villa, State Rep. Lillian Jimenez, Congreswoman Delia Ramirez, nominee Melat Kiros, Darializa Avila Chevalier, Claire Valdez, Alder Jessie Fuentes, Commissioner Jessica Vasquez, State Senator Graciela Guzman, and nominee  Demi Palecek. Also, nominee for 40th District State House Miguel Alvelo Rivera.The photo features State Senator Karina Villa, State Rep. Norma Hernandez, Congresswoman Delia Ramirez, and State Senator Graciela Guzman, all wearing shades of brown in front of a small raised black stage.
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Graciela Guzmán @gracielaforsenate.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Grateful to support a champion for well-rounded, fully resourced education for our kids, Norma Rios-Sierra, at a house party on Sunday.
The photo features Norma Rios Sierra, a candidate for school board, wearing a black dress with yellow sunflowers. She is standing with Cook County Commissioner Jessica Vasquez, Democratic nominee for 40th District State Representative Miguel Alvelo Rivera, State Senator Graciela Guzman, and school board president candidate Hilario Dominguez.
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Graciela Guzmán @gracielaforsenate.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Earlier this year, we reached out for help on behalf of our constituent, Abdulrahim, who was fighting lung cancer while taking care of his father in hospice, who then lost insurance support due to Trump’s policies—while also facing eviction. www.gofundme.com/f/help-abdu-...
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Donate to Help Abdu Start His Life Again and Support His Family, organized by Abdulrahim Eltahir
My name is Abdulrahim. I am 40 years old, and I am asking f… Abdulrahim Eltahir needs your support for Help Abdu Start His Life Again and Support His Family
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Graciela Guzmán @gracielaforsenate.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Thank you all for coming out Saturday to support us and this movement to Tax the MF Rich.💰
The photo shows Graciela holding a small child on her shoulder while the child is holding a bubble machine. Two people are singing on the small raised stage in front of them. The lighting is pink and blue.
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Graciela Guzmán @gracielaforsenate.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Having a sister like Alder Rossana Rodríguez in the 33rd Ward, in my district, has been really transformative, not just in terms of policy and what we’re able to do, but in the way she helps keep hope alive and fights for all of us, no matter the stakes or the opposition.
People ride bikes down the alley wearing T-shirts that say "Bike with Rossana."
Alderwoman Rossana Rodriguez Sanchez stands with State Senator Graciela Guzman in front of a white building.
Rossana stands in front of bikes with a microphone and wearing a t-shirt that says "Bike with Rossana."
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Graciela Guzmán @gracielaforsenate.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
I am so excited to join this reception hosted by our Congresswoman @delia.bsky.social to celebrate Darializa Avila Chevalier, Melat Kiros, and Claire Valdez.
This invite is orange, purple, and yellow, and describes an upcoming fundraiser on Monday, Sept. 28, RSVP bit.ly/928reception.
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Graciela Guzmán @gracielaforsenate.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Our community has documented ICE vehicles parking at the 17th District Police Department in Albany Park multiple times over the last several weeks.
State Senator Graciela Guzman stands behind Alderwoman Rossana Rodriguez Sanchez holding a sign that says "END ICE COLLABORATION."
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Graciela Guzmán @gracielaforsenate.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
Announcing: Tax the Rich Karaoke at Cafe Mustache! 💰
The poster describes an event at Cafe Mustache Sept. 26 from 5pm to 8pm with donation levels ranging from $35 to $1,000 and provides an RSVP link that is available later in the post. It also has pictures of the hosts: Rep. Will Guzzardi, nominee Miguel Alvelo Rivera, and State Senator Graciela Guzman.
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Graciela Guzmán @gracielaforsenate.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
It was an honor to march in the Central American Parade Sunday with my friend and sister @delia.bsky.social. I am so proud to be the first Salvadoran to be elected to the General Assembly in Illinois.
State Senator Graciela Guzman stands next to a silver, open-roofed car with Congresswoman Delia Ramirez, in a bright day during the Central American Day parade.
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Graciela Guzmán @gracielaforsenate.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
It was a joyful summer night over the weekend fundraising for @33rdwardworking.bsky.social, as well as celebrating our progressive school board candidates.
State Senator Graciela Guzman stands on Montrose with Chicago school board president candidate Hilario Dominguez 
A group of people stand underneath an outdoor tent at night with their phone flashlights on
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Graciela Guzmán @gracielaforsenate.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Last weekend, I was honored to accept a 2026 Legislative Leadership Award from All United Illinois. This organization, which started out just two years ago, has fought for Palestinian liberation and progressive policies in the Midwest and elsewhere in 20+ elections.
Legislators including State Senator Graciela Guzman pose with a clear glass award which is All United's 2026 legislative leadership award.
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Graciela Guzmán @gracielaforsenate.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
Las operaciones de ICE han aumentado aquí en Chicago, en el lado noroeste de la ciudad y en todo el país. Queremos hacer todo lo posible para ayudar a que nuestra comunidad esté lo más segura posible.
Dice: ICIRR. Línea directa de apoyo familiar. 1-855-435-7693. 1-855-HELP-MY-FAMILY. Inglés, español, coreano, polaco. Icirr.org/fsn. Reporte de actividad de ICE o violaciones de TRUST Act; conéctese con un abogado de inmigración; encontrar recursos de seguro medico para inmigrantes y refugiados
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Graciela Guzmán @gracielaforsenate.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
Immigration detentions are up across Chicago and the country. We are back to seeing multiple detentions per day in the Northwest side.
The graphic says: ICIRR FAMILY SUPPORT HOTLINE 1-855-435-7693 1-855-HELP-MY-FAMILY English/Spanish/Korean/Polish Icirr.org/fsn Report ICE activity or TRUST Act violations; seek resources related to immigration, deportation defense, or healthcare
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Graciela Guzmán @gracielaforsenate.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
We lost three human beings this month to extralegal murders by masked men in Texas, Maine, and Florida. They are Joan Durán Guerrero, Juan Jairo Coronilla Durán, and Lorenzo Salgado Araujo.
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Graciela Guzmán @gracielaforsenate.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
Showed up for my sister, my alderwoman, and my friend, Rossana Rodríguez Sánchez yesterday.
Several elected officials, including State Senator Graciela Guzman and Alderwoman Rossana Rodríguez Sánchez stand with a large group of supporters holding red and blue "Rossana Rodríguez" signs.
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Graciela Guzmán @gracielaforsenate.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
Our state is in an extremely precarious financial position: Trump’s cuts at the federal level are going to devastate programs our residents rely on, namely, Medicare and SNAP. www.chicagotribune.com/2026/05/19/o...
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State lawmakers: Donald Trump’s cuts broke Illinois’ budget. It’s time to make the wealthy pay to fix it.
Our tax system in Illinois is broken, asking low- and middle-income folks to shoulder too much of the funding burden.
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Graciela Guzmán @gracielaforsenate.bsky.social · 16/05/2026
You're not losing your marbles. Rich people are stealing your money. We broke down how Illinois' tax system benefits the wealthy in this video. It's too long for Bluesky, but you can click the link: www.instagram.com/p/DYZbtb6EV8Q/ TL;DR: It's time to Tax the MF Rich. 💰
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Graciela Guzmán @gracielaforsenate.bsky.social · 16/05/2026
Washington is cutting funding, costs are rising, and critical services are on the line. Springfield is running out of time to choose a side. We wrote about it for the @chicago.suntimes.com chicago.suntimes.com/other-views/...
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Stop burdening working families; tax wealth and corporate profits fairly
Medicaid, food assistance, education and other social services are being hit hard by federal cuts. Big Tech, large corporations and the wealthiest people in Illinois can pay more in taxes.
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Graciela Guzmán @gracielaforsenate.bsky.social · 16/05/2026
Vocab for ✨Taxing the MF Rich ✨
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Graciela Guzmán @gracielaforsenate.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
Silverio Villegas González was killed in Franklin Park by an out-of-control secret police that has been kidnapping and harming families in our communities across the country. Illinois State Police has said it will launch an investigation into what happened. chicago.suntimes.com/crime/2026/0...
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Illinois State Police investigating deadly ICE shooting of Silverio Villegas González in Chicago suburb
The probe is the most high-profile independent inquiry that’s been announced in response to Operation Midway Blitz, during which federal agents also shot Marimar Martinez in Brighton Park and routinel...
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Graciela Guzmán @gracielaforsenate.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
Last week, the Illinois House passed a “mega projects” bill that allows large projects, $100 million+, to negotiate their property taxes. While I am all for the Bears staying, it is frustrating to see the General Assembly bend over backwards and move with urgency to accommodate a wealthy business.
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Graciela Guzmán @gracielaforsenate.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
State’s Attorney Eileen Burke has refused to investigate and thus prosecute ICE agents for their abuses in our communities during Operation Midway Blitz. She needs to step up, or get out of the way. blockclubchicago.org/2026/04/24/r...
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Ruling On Whether To Appoint Special Prosecutor To Probe ICE Abuses Expected In May
In a Friday hearing, Cook County Judge Erica Reddick said she hopes to deliver a ruling on May 11.
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Graciela Guzmán @gracielaforsenate.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
On Saturday afternoon at the United Working Families convention, I was able to facilitate a conversation about progressive revenue and the fight to Tax the MF Rich.
The group of people are standing in a gym-like setting and are smiling. The group includes State Senator Graciela Guzmán and members of 33rd Ward Working Families.
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Graciela Guzmán @gracielaforsenate.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
GET IN LOSER, WE’RE GOING TO SPRINGFIELD TO TAX THE RICH! 💰 We millennial-ed out and made a Mean Girls-themed video about taxing the rich. It's too long for Bluesky, but you can watch it here: www.instagram.com/p/DXFvb6yDiU8/
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Graciela Guzmán @gracielaforsenate.bsky.social · 13/04/2026
Welcome to our new series: It's time to Tax the MF Rich.
The photo has a pinked-out background of the Springfield Capitol and fun text that says: Welcome to a new series: Tax the MF Rich in Springfield! With a blue and white logo that says Graciela Guzman.
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Graciela Guzmán @gracielaforsenate.bsky.social · 11/04/2026
We’re seeking your help for a constituent in partnership with BSTA Chicago. Abdulrahim has been fighting lung cancer while taking care of his father, who is in hospice. Now, they are facing eviction because their landlord is demanding back rent. www.gofundme.com/f/help-oleis...
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Donate to Help Oleish Stay in His Home with Hospice Care, organized by BSTA Chicago
Oleish Abdullah is in hospice care, facing fast-progressing dementia. His … BSTA Chicago needs your support for Help Oleish Stay in His Home with Hospice Care
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Graciela Guzmán @gracielaforsenate.bsky.social · 11/04/2026
Thank you @delia.bsky.social for your words on this issue and for continuing to be a force in our district and across the country for ridding our politics of toxic influences, from AIPAC to billionaire spending. www.chicagotribune.com/2026/04/09/o...
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Graciela Guzmán @gracielaforsenate.bsky.social · 23/02/2026
I am proud to support a progressive champion like Miguel Alvelo-Rivera because he has been on the ground with me doing Rapid Response and organizing to protect our communities. If we're going to tax the rich and stand up to fascism, I need another unapologetic colleague in the General Assembly.
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miguelfor40.bsky.social @miguelfor40.bsky.social · 23/02/2026
Hi there! We’re just starting out with Bluesky. My name is Miguel Alvelo-Rivera. I’ve been an organizer since I was 13, and have been leading a union that organizes with domestic workers and day laborers for the last five years. I'm running for state rep in Illinois' 40th District!
The photo shows Miguel Alvelo-Rivera standing in front of a sign that says ICE OUT OF HOME DEPOT with other people also holding signs.
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Graciela Guzmán @gracielaforsenate.bsky.social · 23/02/2026
Ofelia Giselle Torres Hidalgo was a hero. She was a constituent of mine. She pushed so hard to support her loved ones, all of whom are grieving now. GoFundMe: bit.ly/ofeliafundraiser:
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Donate to Support Ofelia’s Family, organized by Valerie Wadycki
UPDATE: I am deeply saddened to share with you that Ofelia Torres has passed away. With permis… Valerie Wadycki needs your support for Support Ofelia’s Family
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Graciela Guzmán @gracielaforsenate.bsky.social · 11/02/2026
We’re meeting at Feb. 20 at Revolution Brewing at 6 p.m. to sing all of the ditties and support progressive candidates Jessica Vásquez and Miguel Alvelo-Rivera in the final stretch before election day at March 17. RSVP Here: gracielafor20.nationbuilder.com/karaoke_birt...
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Graciela's 2026 Karaoke Fundraiser Birthday Bash
For IL State Senate - District 20
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Graciela Guzmán @gracielaforsenate.bsky.social · 11/02/2026
We’re not settling for another session in Springfield where we leave without progressive revenue in hand. www.wandtv.com/news/stateho...
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Progressive lawmakers, Illinois Revenue Alliance push for billionaire tax
The Illinois Revenue Alliance said families are suffering while billionaires and giant corporations avoid paying their fair share.
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Graciela Guzmán @gracielaforsenate.bsky.social · 11/02/2026
You all know one of the busiest times of year is when we’re in session in Springfield, trying to get a budget that actually aligns with our values, as well as other bills that will continue to protect and support our communities.
The photo shows State Senator Graciela Guzman holding a sign that says Miguel Alvelo-Rivera for State Representative and Miguel Alvelo-Rivera holding a sign that says Graciela Guzman for State Senator.
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Graciela Guzmán @gracielaforsenate.bsky.social · 25/01/2026
We are covered in snow and still shaking it out of our hair and boots, but I am grateful we had a chance to come out today and stand with our colleagues and community in Minnesota. From Chicago to Minneapolis, we will rise up against this.
State Senators Graciela Guzmán and Karina Villa stand with Congresswoman Delia Ramirez downtown protesting in the snow.
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Graciela Guzmán @gracielaforsenate.bsky.social · 25/01/2026
Yesterday morning, I woke up to the news of the murder of Alex Jeffrey Pretti, an ICU nurse who was helping a woman who had been pushed by ICE. See remarks here: www.instagram.com/p/DT68ddkDQ2B/
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Graciela Guzmán @gracielaforsenate.bsky.social · 23/01/2026
Every year so far that I have been running, we have held a karaoke birthday party, and we’ve done it for some other holidays, too. This year, we’re throwing a very special event to celebrate my turning 37 and to highlight our growing movement.
The graphic says: Join us to celebrate a slate of progressive candidates: Karaoke Fundraiser Birthday Bash. Re-elect Graciela Guzman, Jessica Vásquez, and support Miguel Alvelo-Rivera for state rep for the 40th District. February 20th6pm to 9pm. Revolution Brewing3340 N Kedzie. RSVP at bit.ly/graciela2026.
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Graciela Guzmán @gracielaforsenate.bsky.social · 23/01/2026
Even in the cold last weekend, we were still out on doors for this progressive slate: Miguel Alvelo-Rivera, who is running for State Representative in the 40th District, and Commissioner Jessica Vásquez, who is running for 8th District Cook County Commissioner.
The photo shows Graciela Guzman holding a yellow and blue Miguel Alvelo-Rivera sign and Miguel Alvelo-Rivera holding a purple Graciela Guzman for State Senator Sign.The photo shows Miguel Alvelo-Rivera, Commissioner Jessica Vásquez, and State Senator Graciela Guzman, holding political literature and standing in the snow, smiling.
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Graciela Guzmán @gracielaforsenate.bsky.social · 23/01/2026
You all know how I feel about CTU and the work it does for our families, students, and staff. Stacy Davis Gates is a leader who unapologetically fights for all of us and for an agenda that centers what working class folks in this city need. We have her back, too.
The graphic says "HANDS OFF MY TEACHERS UNION" and shows a protest with people holding a sign that says "Students over billionaires."
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Graciela Guzmán @gracielaforsenate.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
Grateful to have been out on doors with my friend and candidate for Cook County Commissioner, Jessica Vásquez, last weekend. This coalition helps secure policy that benefits all of us, and that work starts in these conversations.
The photo shows three women standing in front of a white-paneled house, two of whom are in full winter gear while knocking doors. On the left and right is Cook County Commissioner Jessica Vasquez and State Senator Graciela Guzman. The neighbor in the middle is holding a small white dog.
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Graciela Guzmán @gracielaforsenate.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
Discussed the ethos for 2026 on the Ben Joravsky show last Monday, which is, as the Jadakiss song goes, "F*ck that frail sh*t." You can listen to a snippet of our conversation in the link below, or click here to watch the full episode: www.thebenjoravskyshow.com/sen-graciela...
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Sen. Graciela Guzman—Forget That Frail Stuff
The Sun-Times decides it’s a good idea to illustrate a front-page story about Chicago’s declining murder rate with a picture of police investigating a murder. Ben r…
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Indivisible Chicago Northwest @indivisiblechicagonw.org · 11/01/2026
Thanks to the 200+ Northwest Side neighbors who came out to our #ICEOutForGood march today! It was a powerful and inspiring way to stand up as a community for our neighbors. Special thanks to @gracielaforsenate.bsky.social for kicking us off! @indivisiblechicago.bsky.social @indivisible.org
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Graciela Guzmán @gracielaforsenate.bsky.social · 10/01/2026
I was grateful to attend last night’s Community Commission for Public Safety and Accountability hearing about police assisting ICE in our communities.
The photo shows about a hundred people in a large room. It has a poster that says Abolish ICE.The photo shows people on a stage with the CCPSA Logo.
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Graciela Guzmán @gracielaforsenate.bsky.social · 04/01/2026
We, Latine elected officials representing Chicago’s Northwest Side and surrounding suburbs, condemn Trump's military intervention in Venezuela.
The graphic has a dark purple overlay over an image of Caracas being bombed by the U.S. this week. It says: Northwest Side Chicago and Suburban Elected officials denounce U.S. intervention in Venezuela.
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Graciela Guzmán @gracielaforsenate.bsky.social · 04/01/2026
Trump’s rubber stamp factory found that he could not claim he needed the National Guard to “protect” ICE agents. As if the people coming into our neighborhoods with guns, unmarked vans, rubber bullets, and cans of tear gas are the ones who need protection.
The CNN article screenshot carries the headline: In a major loss for Trump, Supreme Court blocks National Guard Deployment to Chicago."
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Graciela Guzmán @gracielaforsenate.bsky.social · 04/01/2026
How it started / How it went. 2025 was a Year. Second photo creds: Chicago Sun-Times
State Senator Graciela Guzmán stands in a room related to the Illinois General Assembly and holds up her right hand to swear an oath of office. She is wearing winged glasses and a lavender suit.State Senator Guzman stands in front of a streetlight surrounded by protesters at Illinois' Broadview facility. She is wearing a large gas mask.
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Graciela Guzmán @gracielaforsenate.bsky.social · 04/01/2026
The video is too big for Bluesky, but check out our recap of our 2025 in movement, resistance, and organizing here: www.instagram.com/p/DS8TTuFkQYa/
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Graciela Guzman on Instagram: "The year of multiple kidnappings a day, of Rapid Response efforts until we ran out of gas. The year of my inauguration and coming into this role and finding my way throu...
Recapitulamos algunos de los momentos más destacados del 2025 y destacamos la resistencia y la solidaridad en nuestras comunidades. A lo largo del año, hemos estado trabajando en respuesta rápida, sol...
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Graciela Guzmán @gracielaforsenate.bsky.social · 20/12/2025
This October, we entered veto session with a goal, which was to do everything we could in that window of time to build a legislative toolkit that would help protect our communities from ICE. 🧵
Three people, including State Senator Karina Villa and State Senator Graciela Guzman, are holding purple posters that say "Safety and action for liberation together."Selfie angle of three people including State Senators Graciela Guzman and Karina Villa at the press conference for the signing of the SALT platform.A group of people stands in front of a backdrop that says ICIRR: Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee rights. They are mostly state legislators.
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Graciela Guzmán @gracielaforsenate.bsky.social · 15/12/2025
I’m never shocked by how beautiful our community is, but I’m constantly reminded of it. Saturday night, in sub-zero temperatures, folks showed up for this movement.
The photo features State Senator Graciela Guzmán, State Senator Karina Villa, and GiGi with her two children, dressed in Santa-themed outfits. The photo features Cook County Commissioner Jessica Vasquez, Executive Director of the Latino Union Miguel Avelo-Rivera, State Senator Graciela Guzmán, and Alderman Anthony Quezada, in a festive, karaoke environment at Cafe Mustache.The photo is a selfie angle in a bar decorated with Christmas lights and with two community members and State Senator Graciela Guzmán.
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