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Brad Lander @bradlander.bsky.social · 3h
There’s a lot of work ahead to clean up Washington. But we can start by overturning Citizens United, ending stock trading in Congress & passing the John Lewis Voting Rights Act. This is the commonsense, pro-democracy agenda that the people of NY-10 demand.
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Brad Lander @bradlander.bsky.social · 3h
Thanks to @wedefendthevote.org for the endorsement. Looking forward to teaming up to root out corruption, banish dark money from politics & shore up our ailing democracy.
Defend the Vote Action Fund endorses Brad Lander for Congress
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CREW @citizensforethics.org · 9h
ICYMI: We sued Jared Kushner for breaking the law by acting as one of the country’s top diplomats without undergoing Senate confirmation or filing financial disclosures. The court cannot allow this to continue and must intervene.
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CREW sues to block Jared Kushner from acting as Trump envoy - CREW | Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington
Jared Kushner is breaking the law by acting as one of the country’s top diplomats without undergoing Senate confirmation or filing financial disclosures.
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Blue Virginia @bluevirginia.bsky.social · 9h
So basically @markjacob.bsky.social made a strong, well-supported, documented case against the NY Times' softball, normalized framing/coverage of the Trump regime, & the NY Times editor dude was like, "I don't think we do that." Arrogant, condescending, insular, etc. bluevirginia.us/2026/10/thur...
https://www.nytimes.com/video/insider/100000011213260/a-reader-on-what-he-thinks-we-get-wrong-about-trump.html?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email

"A Reader on What He Thinks We Get Wrong About Trump
In this first installment of “Sound Off,” Patrick Healy, assistant managing editor for The New York Times, speaks with Mark Jacob, former metro editor for The Chicago Tribune, who shares his criticism of Times coverage."
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VoteVets @votevets.org · 9h
VoteVets is on the radio in Alaska. Dan Sullivan voted 13 times to keep the Iran war going, and Alaskans are feeling the cost of this war at the grocery store and the gas station. This November, they’ll be voting for change.
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Marc Elias @marcelias.bsky.social · 9h
🚨BREAKING: DOJ sued California on Thursday just moments after the 48-hour deadline it gave election officials to review an unverified list of thousands of alleged noncitizens the Trump administration claims are illegally registered to vote. www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...
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Trump administration sues California in bid to squash ballots it claims went to thousands of noncitizens
The Department of Justice sued California just moments after the 48-hour deadline it gave election officials to review an unverified list of thousands of alleged noncitizens the Trump administration c...
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Troy Jackson @troyjackson207.bsky.social · 10h
Standing shoulder-to-shoulder with thousands of working Mainers this weekend and Senator Bernie Sanders reminded me why we do this...
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Scott Horton @robertscotthorton.bsky.social · 13h
Trump promised Ukraine Patriot missile replacements and then failed to deliver them, rendering Kyiv vulnerable to the Kremlin's ballistic missiles. Ukraine has run out of missiles for the US-made Patriot air defense system, leaving it more vulnerable to Russian ballistic missile attacks.
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Exclusive: Ukraine runs out of Patriot defense missiles, leaving it more vulnerable to Russian attacks, source tells CNN | CNN
Ukraine has run out of missiles for the US-made Patriot air defense system, leaving it more vulnerable to Russian ballistic missile attacks, a source familiar with the situation told CNN on Thursday.
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Barack Obama @barackobama.bsky.social · 10h
Change often starts from the ground up, and there are hundreds of state and local candidates this year who will stand up for their communities and fight for progress. These races will help shape our future, and it’s never been more important to get involved: DLCC.org/TargetRaces
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DLCC Target Races
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Senator Elissa Slotkin @slotkin.senate.gov · 9h
Not going to let that happen: we have bipartisan legislation to ban these vehicles from the U.S. — especially from our military bases at home and abroad — that Congress should pass and send to the President’s desk to be signed. Our national security is on the line.
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Senator Elissa Slotkin @slotkin.senate.gov · 9h
A recent case in Norway shows us how high the stakes are if we let in Chinese vehicles, especially to our military.
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Murshed Zaheed @murshedz.bsky.social · 9h
We absolutely love to see this. Let's go.
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Chuck Schumer @schumer.senate.gov · 9h
Remember this, Secretary Rubio?
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Cheri Jacobus @cherijacobus.bsky.social · 9h
it's a very BIG loophole
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Charlotte Clymer @charlotteclymer.bsky.social · 9h
"Armstrong, who serves as comms director for Rep. Ryan Mackenzie (R-PA), was a member of a chat while at the U-Pittsburgh where members swapped Nazi memes, jokes about the Holocaust and racist stereotypes..." www.rawstory.com/ryan-mackenz...
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Republican's top aide exposed in group chat with Nazi memes and racist rhetoric: report
A top aide to a vulnerable Pennsylvania Republican was in a college group chat that traded racist and antisemitic memes, a report says.Arnaud Armstrong, who serves as communications director for Rep. ...
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Congressman Eugene Vindman (VA-07) @gene4va.bsky.social · 9h
Virginians know what’s on the line this year. With just three weeks until Election Day, we’re fired up and ready to win up and down the ballot. To everyone who has donated, knocked doors, made calls, or joined our grassroots team: thank you. We couldn’t do this without you.
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Jessica Kutz @jkutzie.bsky.social · 9h
🚨Hi!! I'm looking to speak to women voters to hear how their opinion on data centers are influencing their midterm vote. Particularly interested in those who face ballot measures on the topic in their elections. If that sounds like you reach out! My dms are open and email is jkutz@19thnews.org 🚨
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Blue Virginia @bluevirginia.bsky.social · 9h
At Rural Prosperity Summit, Gov. Abigail Spanberger Outlines Focus on Economic Development, Celebrates Major New Investments in Rural Communities (Needless to say, Republicans do NOT have a plan for rural prosperity - quite the contrary!) bluevirginia.us/2026/10/at-r...
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At Rural Prosperity Summit, Gov. Abigail Spanberger Outlines Focus on Economic Development, Celebrates Major New Investments in Rural Communities - Blue Virginia
See below for a press release from Gov. Abigail Spanberger’s office about her comments in Lexington at the “Governor’s Summit on Rural Prosperity to discuss the steps the Commonwealth is taking to sup...
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Brennan Center @brennancenter.org · 9h
Elon Musk, a major government contractor, has spent a record $366 million on the midterms. We are working to ban campaign donations from major contractors and their shareholders. Stay informed by subscribing to The Briefing, our free weekly newsletter: bit.ly/3Yrz5jM
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Alicia Bannon @aliciabannon.bsky.social · 10h
Constitutional change is very much on the ballot this fall. My @statecourtreport.org colleague @erings.bsky.social has a great round-up with some of the main ballot measures to watch. statecourtreport.org/our-work/ana...
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2026 Ballot Measures to Watch
Voters will decide whether to amend their state constitutions on topics that include voting, abortion, transgender rights, guns, and other high-profile issues.
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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 9h
A Massachusetts woman pays $500 a month to get her electricity from a privately owned utility. Her neighbor, less than 2,000 feet away, pays just $130 a month because he’s served by a publicly owned utility. How are privately owned utilities getting away with this price gouging? Watch.
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The Secret Behind High Electricity Bills
Private utility companies like PG&E, Duke, and Exelon control electricity for nearly 70% of Americans — and they're usin
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Republicans Against Trumpism @rpsagainsttrump.bsky.social · 9h
JUST IN: Two women have filed a federal civil lawsuit accusing former Florida Congressman Matt Gaetz and two others of participating in an alleged sex trafficking scheme involving young women, drugs and traveling across state lines—Miami Herald
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Rep. LaMonica McIver @replamonica.bsky.social · 9h
It’s almost time to vote, New Jersey! Early voting runs from October 24th - November 1st, and it’s important to make a plan to vote.   Check out this guide for everything you need to know to cast your vote and make your voice heard!
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PBS News @pbsnews.org · 9h
During the enrollment period, which ends Dec. 7, people will have the opportunity to choose between traditional Medicare and privately run Medicare Advantage plans in their area, as well as prescription drug plans. Those changes go into effect on Jan. 1. to.pbs.org/4ileRU2
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Medicare open enrollment starts now. These changes will arrive in 2027
Open enrollment comes as inflation adds pressure on seniors whose healthcare costs have risen and as midterm elections are weeks away. Voters have consistently said cost-of-living is a major concern.
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Mary Peltola @marypeltola.com · 8h
DC politicians don’t understand the needs of our state. My only allegiance will always be to Alaskans – not to any political party, and certainly not to Lower 48 corporations or campaign donors.
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Opinion: An independent voice for Alaska
Alaska’s priorities should matter more than Washington’s party lines.
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Mark Joseph Stern @mjsdc.bsky.social · 12h
LOVE this conversation about chaos muppets and order muppets but with great respect I continue to believe @dahlialithwick.bsky.social misdiagnoses me! youtu.be/cY0JR6jxB18
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You’re Either a Chaos Muppet or an Order Muppet
YouTube video by Slate
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Barred and Boujee aka Madiba Dennie @audrelawdamercy.blacksky.app · 11h
I forgot to mention to y'all, @dahlialithwick.bsky.social had me on Amicus the other day and I got to spend a solid chunk of the podcast reading Alito for filth I promise that tuning in will be a better use of your time than reading Alito's book slate.com/podcasts/ami...
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Dear Justice Alito, You’re (Still) Not a Historian, Sorry.
Brett may not be bright, but Amy knows better. The justices’ reactions to its big climate case doesn’t hold water.
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Democracy Docket @democracydocket.com · 8h
NEW: Voting and privacy groups asked a court to declare the Trump administration's bid to collect Americans' voter records unlawful. The lawsuit comes in response to the DHS' sweeping effort to collect voter data to investigate baseless mass voter fraud claims.
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New lawsuit challenges Trump’s ‘unlawful’ acquisition of Americans’ voter records, demands data’s deletion
“DHS has no authority to stockpile voter data for a nationwide election-law dragnet," three civil rights groups alleged Thursday.
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Senator Ed Markey @markey.senate.gov · 8h
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Congressional Democrats send letter urging FCC’s Carr to drop E-Rate elimination proposal | StateScoop
The lawmakers argue cutting the federal broadband program would not address concerns about students’ screen time, pointing instead to existing internet-safety requirements and local device-use…
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Senator Ed Markey @markey.senate.gov · 8h
Brendan Carr’s FCC is threatening to end E-Rate, which has helped connect schools and libraries to the internet for 30 years. I led my colleagues in writing to Carr demanding that he abandon this effort. Students and communities cannot afford to lose E-Rate.
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proda26.bsky.social @proda26.bsky.social · 13h
David Rothkopf and Norm Ornstein have some pointed comments about current Republican corruption. Ornstein co-authored a book in 2012 about what a mess Radical Right Republicans were making of US politics, called "It's Even Worse Than It Looks." youtu.be/PtZ53C9jdnA?...
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Republicans are Corrupt to the Core
YouTube video by The DSR Network
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James Fallows @jfallows.bsky.social · 8h
The WaPo has its grievous problems. But some reporting can still be superb. Including this jaw-dropper about plutocrats (by name and corp) funding demolition of East Wing and ludicrous "ball room." www.washingtonpost.com/investigatio... NB: Apple tied for $25m lead, w Adelson, Nvidia, + Dish.
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Secret documents reveal donors behind $330 million for Trump’s ballroom
The records offer a panoramic view of a fundraising campaign that is extraordinary for its size and opacity.
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Livable Cville @livablecville.bsky.social · 14/10/2026
29N is terrible for people who walk, bike, and use mobility devices. Take a few minutes to fill out this survey from VDOT to support and provide feedback for potential improvements. We have heard that VDOT is surprisingly serious about making these changes happen. publicinput.com/us29hydrauli...
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STARS US 29 Corridor Study Hydraulic Rd to Woodbrook Rd Alternatives - PublicInput
The US 29 Corridor from Hydraulic Road to Woodbrook Road in Albemarle County is being studied as part of the VDOT STARS program . The study team has developed several ideas for transportation projects...
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Adam Kinzinger @adamkinzinger.substack.com · 8h
The guy who wrote Trump’s crypto law was on the payroll of the company it regulates. When the law passed, they made him CEO. This is how the White House operates now. Trump set the example and everyone underneath him is keeping up. Watch my full analysis below: open.substack.com/pub/adamkinz...
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BREAKING: Trump’s Crypto Adviser Busted, White House Infighting Exposed, Talarico Shines at Town Hall, and more...
Top Stories for October 15, 2026.
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Indivisible ❌👑 @indivisible.org · 8h
NO KINGS in the USA! ❌ 👑
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storgeta.bsky.social @storgeta.bsky.social · 8h
Great job by Mark Jacob telling mealymouthed NYT editor how the Times is dropping the ball
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Democracy Docket @democracydocket.com · 8h
BREAKING: New Hampshire asked the U.S. Supreme Court to block a ruling that lets election officials consider student IDs as proof of a voter’s identity when they register or cast a ballot. This is the latest GOP push to make it harder for students to vote ahead of Election Day.
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Protect Democracy @protectdemocracy.org · 8h
Do peacefully demonstrating, being a poll worker on Election Day, or phone banking feel out of reach, but you still want to get involved in the fight for democracy? @annalovesvoting.bsky.social has you covered. Check out her suggestions to help hone in on your unique role in the movement.
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The introverts’ guide to fighting for democracy
Fighting for democracy as an introvert can be difficult, but you’ve taken the first and most difficult step: committing to action.
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Jon Ossoff @ossoff.bsky.social · 8h
When we face abuses of power and corruption of this magnitude, literally unprecedented in the history of the American presidency, as members of Congress, we have an obligation to investigate and to ensure that those facts become public and that there's accountability for misdeeds.
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Senator Mark Warner @markwarner.bsky.social · 8h
Free and fair elections are the foundation of democracy, and we cannot allow Trump or anyone else to undermine them. With the election just weeks away, I’m working to protect every American’s right to cast their ballot and have their vote counted.
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The Democratic Coalition @thedemcoalition.bsky.social · 8h
On November 3rd, many of you will go to the polls. You’ll stand there in the polling place and make a decision. We think when you make that decision it might be well if you would ask yourself: Are you better off than you were two years ago? A blue wave is coming. #FlipCongressBlue
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Congressman Greg Casar @repcasar.bsky.social · 8h
Members of Congress came to Austin today to begin our investigation of the ICE shooting of Wilber Garcés-Pérez. ICE has tried to avoid accountability, but Congress will use our powers to uncover the truth.
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The Bulwark @thebulwark.com · 8h
@timmiller.bsky.social on the reemerging Axis of Evil of Musk, Trump, and Putin: “What we have here is a coordinated threat…ahead of the midterms.”
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Norm Eisen @normeisen.bsky.social · 8h
BREAKING: The FBI made a video trashing Democrats & hyping Kash Patel, then posted it during early voting Spending your tax dollars to campaign or to hype the director is illegal -- This video did BOTH We want watchdogs to find out who signed off Our @democracydefendersfund.org letter👇 -TN
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Blue Virginia @bluevirginia.bsky.social · 8h
"DCCC National Black Engagement Director Tierra Ward: 'From raising costs to backing racism, Jen Kiggans has enabled & actively supported Trump's foolish agenda that has especially harmed Black Virginians. That is why voters are going to resoundingly reject her..." bluevirginia.us/2026/10/rele...
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Mother Jones @motherjones.com · 8h
The majority of AI data centers are being built in red, rural areas. The result? It's pushing these Republican voters to the left.
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Voters near data centers are ditching the GOP in droves
Most data centers are being built in red, rural areas. They're pushing voters to the left.
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Senator Chris Van Hollen @vanhollen.senate.gov · 8h
New @washingtonpost.com reporting shows a majority of the money Trump has "raised" for his ballroom has come from companies or wealthy people with interests before the federal govt.   Make no mistake this is a two-way street: every single one of these donors wants something in return.
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Adam Serwer @adamserwer.bsky.social · 8h
Look there are so many admirable italian americans to choose from that at some point you just gotta assume it’s not that they don’t believe he did all those horrible things, but that’s one of the things they like about him bsky.app/profile/jayw...
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Senator Patty Murray @murray.senate.gov · 8h
Taxpayers fund EPA to protect their health and the environment, not to advance a political agenda against women's health care. I'm demanding answers from Trump's EPA about its new study tracking medication abortion in drinking water.
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Senate Democrats pressure EPA to drop abortion pill water quality study
Patty Murray and Chuck Schumer are pressuring EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin to drop the abortion pill water quality study.
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Steven Beschloss @stevenbeschloss.bsky.social · 15/10/2026
Treason, thy name is Trump.
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