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Julie Roles

@jroles.bsky.social
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Saint Paulite, Minnesotan, cat lover. Communications professional. We need to save our democracy.

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Michael Warburton @michaelwarburton.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
A 70yr old FRED ASTAIRE — that's SEVENTY — gets his stylish groove on at the 1970 Academy Awards.
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Raider @iwillnotbesilenced.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
ICE ripped 50,000 human beings from their homes and disappeared them into cages last month. 50,000 empty dinner tables. 50,000 cold beds. State-sponsored terror disguised as policy. Silence is complicity. We cannot look away. Fight back.
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Todd Graham @metrogram.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
Downtown Minneapolis: This place has everything. Jousting on bicycles. Response team of Handmaidens. NFL stadium. Antifascist Spider-Man...
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Tina Smith @smith.senate.gov · 18/08/2026
Minnesotans strongly support protecting the Boundary Waters. We are a mining state, but not this mine in this place. The Trump Administration and Republicans in Congress ignored the science and overturned protections for the Boundary Waters, but the fight continues here at home.
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Atlas Shvitzed @therafischwartz.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
We have seized the airports and radio stations. Madison has fallen. We ask the people of Wisconsin to please remain calm during this period of transition.
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Marc Elias @marcelias.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
🚨BREAKING: Federal Court BLOCKS US Postal Service from implementing Section 3 of Trump’s anti voting EO. Has nationwide impact. A huge victory for voters and defeat for Trump and DOJ. www.democracydocket.com/cases/trump-...
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🚨 League of Women Voters of Massachusetts et al v. Trump et al
Learn more here.
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Governor Tim Walz @governorwalz.mn.gov · 31/07/2026
Minnesota has the safest, freest, and fairest elections in the nation. Vote early by mail or in person for Minnesota’s primary elections by August 11!
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Oliver Willis @owillis.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
minnesota state rep jess hanson rides elon musk for filth for trying to defend his pervy app: "when the richest man in the world hangs out with the epstein class... we cannot act surprised when he's trying to protect the number one tool used to make child sexual abuse material"
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Digital Brain @yourdigitalbrain.bsky.social · 19/07/2026
South Korea built solar panels over highway medians and turned the space underneath into protected bike lanes. Clean energy + safe cycling, using infrastructure that already exists.
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Daniel Suitor @danielsuitor.com · 14/07/2026
Horrible day. ICE is preparing a deportation flight to Laos so some of my former, current, and were-to-be clients are being brought to the Whipple Building and shipped off to Louisiana for final removal. Lots of calls from them, their families, and friends. So much pain visited on our community
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Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 18/06/2026
Obama shouts out "those ordinary people in the Twin Cities who braved frigid temperatures, risked their own safety, standing shoulder to shoulder to look our for their neighbors and sometimes for strangers because they knew that was the right thing to do"
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Princess Moss @neapresident.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
We stand with Education Minnesota and their member facing charges related to demonstrating against ICE during Operation Metro Surge. We stand with Minnesotans who acted in solidarity to protect their communities and who demand truth, justice, and accountability for all.
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Ilhan Omar @ilhanmn.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
While the killers of Renée Good and Alex Pretti walk free, the DOJ is busy bringing bogus charges against protesters. The Administration thinks intimidation will make us back down. They keep learning the same lesson: Minnesotans don't scare easily. We organize for our rights ✊🏽
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RG3 @robertgriffiniii.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
After Japan battled the Netherlands to a 2-2 draw, the Japanese fans stayed behind and cleaned up every single piece of trash from their section at Dallas Stadium after the game. You LOVE to see it 🇯🇵 #WorldCup #Football #Soccer #RG3 #Love #sports #RGIII #RobertGriffinIII #Japan #Discipline
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CorrinaLeeB 🇨🇦 @corrina.sheshed.rocks · 11/06/2026
Canada showing what inclusion & common sense look like 🇨🇦⚽ If the U.S. won’t allow FIFA referee Omar Artan to participate, Vancouver is ready to welcome him & ensure the game comes first! #Canada #Vancouver #FIFA2026 #WorldCup #Soccer #SheShed
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Stan Oklobdzija @stano.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
If you're a Democrat and you confirm someone who refuses to unequivocally say "Joe Biden won the 2020 election," you should lose your job.
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Kai Ryssdal @kairyssdal.bsky.social · 06/04/2026
Are you absolutely kidding me? Pocket squares and pins? Read. The. Damn. Room.
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MPR News @mprnews.org · 31/03/2026
A federal judge has agreed to permanently block the Trump administration from implementing a presidential directive to end federal funding for National Public Radio and the Public Broadcasting Service.
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Judge blocks Trump order to end funding for NPR, PBS
A federal judge has agreed to permanently block the Trump administration from implementing a presidential directive to end federal funding for National Public Radio and the Public Broadcasting Service...
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Minnesota Star Tribune @startribune.com · 28/03/2026
Tom Morello of Rage Against the Machine joined Joan Baez and Maggie Rogers for a version of Bob Dylan's "The Times They Are A-Changin' " at the #NoKings rally in St. Paul. 📷️: Neal Justin
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Carl Quintanilla @carlquintanilla.bsky.social · 28/03/2026
St. Paul, MN @reuters.com #NoKings
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Rep. Kelly Morrison @kellymorrisonmn.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
Worms in food. Medical crises. Measles outbreaks. Malnutrition. Several deaths, including one ruled a homicide, in the last few months alone. The reports out of the nation’s largest detention facility are horrifying.
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Sahan Journal @sahanjournal.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison and Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty sue the federal government to access evidence in the killings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti. Written by Mohamed Ibrahim
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Moriarty, Ellison sue feds to access evidence in Good, Pretti killings
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison and Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty sue the federal government to access evidence in the killings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti.
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David M. Perry @lollardfish.bsky.social · 23/02/2026
St. Paul Public Schools parents group needs about $63k more to keep 174 families housed. March is soon, rent will be due. Can you chip in? Can you share?
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Support our St. Paul Public Schools Community - Cheddar Up
Support our St. Paul Public Schools Community - HIGHLAND PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL PARENT SOLIDARITY NETWORK - Cheddar Up. Collect online payments for events and fundraisers with Cheddar Up.
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PBS News @pbsnews.org · 19/02/2026
The White House announced a drawdown of the sweeping immigration crackdown in Minnesota. Now, communities are grappling with what comes next, and schools may face the longest road back to normal. to.pbs.org/4cHGq7w
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Minnesota schools and students struggle with fallout of immigration crackdown
Last week, White House border czar Tom Homan announced the end of the sweeping immigration crackdown in Minnesota. Despite some signs of a slowdown, parts of the state continue to see a presence of fe...
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Governor Tim Walz @governorwalz.mn.gov · 16/02/2026
Minnesota needs impartial investigations into the shootings of American citizens on our streets. Trump’s left hand cannot investigate his right hand. The families of the deceased deserve better. www.keyc.com/2026/02/16/f...
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FBI denies BCA access to evidence in Minnesota ICE-involved shooting investigations
Despite the FBI's refusal to cooperate, the BCA has reaffirmed its commitment to conducting thorough, independent, and transparent investigations into all three incidents.
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taylr @taylordahlin.com · 13/02/2026
rep zack stephenson is confident in a DFL house majority this year. “when you look around the state and you see the energy and activism ordinary people are feeling responding to this federal attack… you’re mistaken if you think all those folks are just going back to normal life when ICE leaves.”
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max nesterak @maxnesterak.bsky.social · 12/02/2026
A 76-year-old veteran and nurse was tackled and detained at the site of Alex Pretti's killing. Agents told him his phone was evidence in an investigation into him assaulting an officer. “I didn’t assault an officer. I got assaulted by three officers." minnesotareformer.com/2026/02/12/w...
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Why is ICE seizing people’s phones and documents? • Minnesota Reformer
After the federal agents took the shackles off Gust Johnson’s ankles to release him from detainment, he asked for his phone back. That would be staying at the Bishop Henry Whipple Federal Building, th...
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Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 12/02/2026
If my followers have been inspired by the fierce resistance the Twin Cities has put up to ICE, you should make it a point to take a trip here (April through October 😬), enjoy the wonderful things MN has to offer and support our small businesses. It continues to be a really tough time for them.
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Aaron Parnas @aaronparnas.bsky.social · 08/02/2026
🚨 Epstein survivors release this powerful PSA in advance of the Super Bowl demanding answers from the Justice Department. This is the Super Bowl ad every American should see. Spread it everywhere.
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daviss @daviss.org · 05/02/2026
This morning at the Minnesota State Capitol. An ice sculpture that reads "PROSECUTE ICE". I'm told the organization behind the sculpture is Common Defense.
ice sculpture reading prosecute ice at the minnesota state capitol on february 5 2026
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Will Stancil @whstancil.bsky.social · 31/01/2026
Push through your fear and they don't control you any more! And many people are in places where they can't push their fear - they're old, frail, have children, have people depending on them. So those of use who have to less to be fearful of should push even harder to stand in front of them.
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Minnesota Star Tribune @startribune.com · 30/01/2026
The Minnesota Star Tribune, @mprnews.org @minnesotareformer.com , @spokesmanrecorder.bsky.social, @sahanjournal.bsky.social, Center for Broadcast Journalism and Minnesota Newspaper Association today released the following statement:
The Minnesota Star Tribune, Minnesota Public Radio, the Minnesota Reformer, Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder, Sahan Journal, Center for Broadcast Journalism and Minnesota Newspaper Association today released the following statement:

“We strongly condemn the arrest of journalists Georgia Fort and Don Lemon, as well as any attempt to intimidate members of the press. The First Amendment recognizes the press as holding a distinct and protected role in our democracy. In America, we do not arrest journalists for doing their jobs. The Minnesota journalism community stands united in defense of press freedom and the essential role reporting plays in holding power to account.”
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Naomi Kritzer @naomikritzer.bsky.social · 26/01/2026
If you're not sure what district you're in, or where to go vote, look here: pollfinder.sos.mn.gov
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Voting Information
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Graig Mellon @mellongraig.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
This election is important especially if you live in MN HD-64A... show up and vote for Meg Luger-Nikolai today to make a statement that what is happening in Minnesota right now isn't okay to you.
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Olga Nesterova @onestpress.onestnetwork.com · 25/01/2026
Minnesota National Guard members have arrived at a federal building and were directed to distribute donuts, coffee, and hot chocolate to anti-ICE protesters. Guard members were issued reflective vests so they would not be mistaken for federal agents.
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Charlotte Clymer @charlotteclymer.bsky.social · 24/01/2026
Both of Nevada's senators--Catherine Cortez Masto and Jacky Rosen--have officially come out against the DHS funding bill following the execution of Alex Pretti by ICE agents in Minneapolis this morning. This effectively ends the DHS funding bill in the Senate.
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Harry Litman @harrylitman.bsky.social · 24/01/2026
Worse than Kent State, really than any episode I can think of probably dating back to Reconstruc & earlier b/c 1. continuing, not 1 off. 2. organized, not individual ofcrs losing it 3. literally at hand of federal government, which is 4. immediately lying & circling the wagons to prevent inves.
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Bob Collins @mylittlebloggie.bsky.social · 24/01/2026
The Columbia Heights School superintendent is a god-damned hero and should run for governor. Listen to her. Name me one politician who has been this good youtu.be/fjWbvlg1-lM?...
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'They are circling our schools,' superintendent says after 5-year-old detained by ICE
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Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 23/01/2026
Today's newsletter has now raised more than $6,000 for organizations working to help Minnesota communities affected by ICE and CBP. Sign up for Public Notice using the buttons in today's edition 👇 if you'd like to support good causes in solidarity with the general strike.
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Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 22/01/2026
Thank you to everyone who is risking their safety and contributing their time and money to protect our neighbors. If you are so inclined, please check out Stand With Minnesota (standwithminnesota.com) to find a way to help. And no one start any beefs with Will Stancil. (2/2)
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Stand With Minnesota Donation Directory
Stand With Minnesota is a hub for supporting, learning, and taking action to support Minnesotans impacted by ICE and federal enforcement.
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floating in lotus position @gallantdimwit.bsky.social · 22/01/2026
Very cool—thanks for the update! Today I got gassed by the federal government two times within a few blocks of my house
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Kevin M. Kruse @kevinmkruse.bsky.social · 21/01/2026
I'm just spitballing here, but I bet people in Minneapolis would be nicer to ICE agents if the ICE agents would stop harassing, assaulting, kidnapping, and murdering their neighbors.
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Naomi Kritzer @naomikritzer.bsky.social · 11/01/2026
"I'm not in Minnesota -- what can I do to help?" A list of ideas!
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Erin Maye Quade @erinmayequade.bsky.social · 20/11/2025
A Trump supporter started murdering his way through an assassination list of Democratic law makers FIVE MONTHS AGO. He murdered my colleague Melissa Hortman, and her husband Mark — and attempted to assassinate my dear friend John Hoffman and his wife Yvette. I was also on the hit list. WTF
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Timothy Snyder @timothysnyder.bsky.social · 08/11/2025
Elon Musk’s new pay package would feed all forty million Americans on SNAP for the next ten years. He wouldn’t notice the difference but the country would.
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Roxane Gay @roxanegay.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
The depth of the shame of a country this wealthy and abundant allowing its people to go hungry is impossible to measure. The fact that a handful of people could fix this by paying their fair share of taxes while still remaining obscenely wealthy makes it even worse.
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Tina Smith @smith.senate.gov · 25/10/2025
“If we don't fight hard enough for the things we stand for, at some point we have to recognize that we don't really stand for them.” — Paul Wellstone
Green yard sign that says “Wellstone!”
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Indivisible ❌👑 @indivisible.org · 18/10/2025
Minneapolis is showing up and showing out. #NoKings
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Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 12/10/2025
STEPHANOPOULOS: I didn't insinuate anything. I asked you whether Tom Homan accepted $50k as was heard on an audio tape recorded by the FBI in September 2024. You did not answer the question. Thank you for your time. VANCE: No, George, I sai-- STEPHANOPOULOS: We'll be right back
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