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Chair of the Democratic National Committee | Proud Minnesotan

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Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · 14h
Cost of gas on Trump’s first day: $3.13 Cost of gas today: $4.40 Trump promised cheaper gas. He lied—but we can hold him accountable at the ballot box in November.
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Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
33 days to knock doors. 33 days to call voters. 33 days to mobilize our communities. Help elect Democrats up and down the ballot at democrats.org/act.
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Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Honored to kick off GOTV season with Vice President @kamalaharris.com on Oct. 5. Whether you’re a seasoned volunteer or looking to get involved for the first time, this call will break down how you can mobilize your community ahead of the midterms. RSVP now: win.dnc.org/gotvcall
A blue graphic promoting a National GOTV Kick-off call with Vice President Kamala Harris. An image of Vice President Harris appears in the middle of the graphic. Text above her reads, "Your impact: National GOTV Kick-Off call. Oct 5, 6 PM ET, 3 PM PT." Text below her reads, "Join Chair Ken Martin, special speaker Vice President Kamala  D. Harris, and national leaders to organize our communities, protect the vote, and take back the House and Senate. RSVP at win.dnc.org/GOTVcall."
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Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Diesel is $6.39 today.
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Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Donald Trump and Republicans have broken every promise they made. Make your plan to vote them out on or before November 3 at IWillVote.com.
A graphic featuring an image of a sweaty, tired looking Donald Trump. Text overlaid reads, "Trump's broken promises." Text below lists all of the promises Trump lied about: No new wars, releasing the Epstein files, $5,000 DOGE checks, cheap gas, $2,000 tariff refund checks, lower grocery costs, draining the swap, Make America Healthy Again, Make America Great Again.
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Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
I was thrilled to chat with my friend Hilda Solis as she gears up for the final stretch of her campaign to represent California’s 38th congressional district. With 34 days until Election Day, Democrats are competing for every vote by listening to the people forgotten by politics.
An image of DNC Chair Ken Martin standing next to LA County Supervisor Hilda Solis chatting with two other men outside.
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Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Angie Nixon is building something powerful in Florida, a grassroots U.S. Senate campaign powered by working people. She knows firsthand what families are up against, and she’s running to fight for them. Learn more about the campaign, volunteer, or find contribution information here: angienixon.com
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Angie Nixon for U.S. Senate | Change Can't Wait
Angie Nixon is a Florida State Representative, union organizer, and mother born and raised in Jacksonville who has spent her career fighting for hardworking Floridians. In the State House, she expande...
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Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
They put Trump on full display and now they’re shocked voters noticed. We told you the guy was an anchor. Thanks for insisting on tying him around the neck of every Republican on the ballot.
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Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Senator Eric Schmitt spent all that time rehearsing his big Jack Smith “perjury” gotcha and forgot to check whether the Atlanta Hawks and Iowa Hawkeyes were the same fucking team. You don’t need to be a rocket scientist to know the difference. Apparently you do need to be smarter than Eric Schmitt.
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Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
As @michigandems.bsky.social Chair, Curtis Hertel has prioritized building year-round organizing across all 83 counties to deliver for working people. This work is driving the fight to elect a Democratic trifecta in just 35 days: win.dnc.org/substack
An image of Michigan Democratic Party Chair Curtis Hertel speaking. Below, text reads, "How Michigan Democrats are building year-round power across all 83 counties. This week, we want to introduce you to Curtis Hertel, Chair of the Michigan Democratic Party. Since taking office, he has worked tirelessly to modernize party infrastructure and invest in everyday working families by building a robust, year-round organizing program across the state. 

From major urban centers to the Upper Peninsula, the MDP is ensuring no community is overlooked as momentum builds across Michigan, especially in its fight to elect a Democratic trifecta this November. TheBluePrint.Substack.com." In the bottom right, a donkey appears next to the Substack logo.
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Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Think of what can happen five weeks from today: Democrats can flip the House, win back the Senate, and end Trump’s agenda. That can only happen if you vote. Make your plan to vote on or before November 3 at IWillVote.com
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Project True North @projtruenorth.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
“Lisa Fights and Wins for the MAGA Agenda” — that’s how her own campaign describes her. That’s not what Minnesota needs in our next governor.
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Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Democrats are gearing up to protect your vote in 36 days. Join a special event with CT Secretary of State Stephanie Thomas, MA Attorney General Andrea Campbell, WA Attorney General Nick Brown, and more to learn how our party is securing the midterms: win.dnc.org/eastelectionprotection
A graphic promoting an event on September 29, 7 PM ET with the header: "There will be an election on November 3, 2026."

It features cutouts of the live guest speakers: Connecticut Secretary of State Stephanie Thomas, Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell, Washington Attorney General Nick Brown, DNC Eastern Regional Caucus Chair Nancy DiNardo, DNC Vice Chair for Civic Engagement and Voter Participation Reyna Walters-Morgan, and DNC Civic Engagement and Voter Protection Director Herly Rosemond.

The website win.dnc.org/eastelectionprotection is below the names. The background is blue with faint stars, and there is a DNC logo in the top right corner.
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Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
In 38 days, Democrats will flip the House, take back the Senate, and get to work delivering for working families.
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Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Republicans passed the largest cut to healthcare in American history, all to give a tax cut to the ultra-rich. In 39 days, we will vote them out.
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Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Oh good, another food recall. At this rate, the safest thing in the grocery store might be the receipt. Nothing says “Make America Healthy Again” like wondering if your applesauce is trying to kill you.
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Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
The Pentagon confirmed another U.S. service member has died in the Iran war. These brave service members have made the ultimate sacrifice serving our country. We are sending our prayers to their loved ones.
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Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Ron Schutz has admitted that he will put Donald Trump ahead of Minnesota. My friend, @keithellison.bsky.social, is putting working people first by taking on fraud, standing up to corruption, and fighting to put money back in your pocket. The choice is clear: We must reelect AG Ellison.
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Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Don’t believe a poll that has Democrats up any more than a poll that has us down. The only poll that matters closes in 42 days.
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Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
I had the privilege of meeting Lorenzo Salgado Araujo's two sons, Ronaldo Salgado and Lorenzo Salgado Jr., who lost their father after an ICE agent shot him on his way to work.
An image of DNC Chair Ken Martin at a CHCI event with Ronaldo Salgado and Lorenzo Salgado Jr. and other attendees.
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Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
With 43 days until Election Day, Democrats are gearing up to protect your vote. RSVP to join a special event with MN Secretary of State Steve Simon, MI Attorney General Dana Nessel, and more to learn how our party is securing the midterm elections: win.dnc.org/midwesternelectionprotection
A graphic promoting an event on September 22, 7 PM CT with the header: "There will be an election on November 3, 2026."

It features cutouts of the live guest speakers: Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel, DNC Midwest Regional Caucus Chair Ron Harris, DNC Vice Chair for Civic Engagement and Voter Participation Reyna Walters-Morgan, and DNC Civic Engagement and Voter Protection Director Herly Rosemond.

The website win.dnc.org/midwesternelectionprotection is below the names. The background is blue with faint stars, and there is a DNC logo in the top right corner.
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Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Cost of gas on Trump’s first day: $3.13 Cost of gas today: $4.48 Trump and Republicans promised cheaper gas prices. They failed. Vote them out in November.
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Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
With 43 days until the midterms, Democrats are competing for every vote and listening to the people politicians have forgotten. The DNC’s historic investments, focus on organizing, and commitment to holding Trump accountable are driving us toward November: win.dnc.org/substack
An image of DNC Chair Ken Martin speaking from behind a podium. Below is the header: "A Blue Wave Doesn’t Just Happen, We Make it Happen."

Text below reads, "All signs point to Democrats winning up and down the ballot, all across the map, just like we’ve been doing since Trump took office. It’s important to recognize that this momentum didn’t come about on its own.

How are we doing this? Through our historic investments, our relentless focus on organizing, and our commitment to holding Trump and Republicans accountable for their constant failure. KenMartin73.Substack.com." An image of Ken Martin and the Substack logo appear in the bottom right corner.
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Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
Remember: Republicans cut Medicaid to give a handout to their ultra-wealthy donors. In 44 days, we will vote them out.
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FactPost @factpostnews.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Harry Enten: Today we congratulate Trump on record-high disapproval when it comes to gas prices. Trump's disapproval rating on gas prices is 80%, higher than any president ever.
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Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Today, early voting begins in Idaho, Minnesota, South Dakota, and Virginia for the midterms. We’ve got 46 days to build the Blue Wave. Make your plan to vote at IWillVote.com.
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I Will Vote
Be a voter. Find everything you need to vote in your state's next election.
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Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
I was thrilled to join @macfarlanenews.bsky.social to talk about the enthusiasm Democrats are seeing across the country. Over the last 19 months, we’ve seen Democrats turn out and win in record numbers, and we will bring that same energy to win big in November in Texas and beyond.
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Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Republicans are relying on billionaires to fund them. Democrats are powered by the people. In July and August, the DNC raised over $14 million from our grassroots supporters, surpassing the same period in 2018. Democrats are ready to win this November.
A screenshot of an article from The Washington Sun reading, "The Democratic National Committee racked up two of its biggest grassroots fundraising months in a midterm cycle this summer, bringing in more than $14 million combined in July and August.

The grassroots totals surpassed what the DNC hit in those two months in 2018, the midterm cycle during President Donald Trump’s first term, according to data the committee shared first with The Washington Sun. The committee also hit 1 million unique individual donors for the cycle this summer, a traditionally sleepy time for fundraising."
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Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Today, the DNC Black Caucus and I had the honor of hosting a reception to celebrate CBC Week. As Trump and Republicans gerrymander away majority-Black districts, undermine voting rights, and attack DEI, it has never been more important to organize together and win.
A photo of DNC Chair Ken Martin smiling with people at the DNC Black Caucus' reception celebrating CBC Week.A photo of DNC Chair Ken Martin speaking with someone at the DNC Black Caucus' reception celebrating CBC Week.A photo of DNC Chair Ken Martin smiling with people at the DNC Black Caucus' reception celebrating CBC Week.A photo of someone speaking into a microphone as people in the background smile and listen.
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Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
I had the honor of talking with the James E. Clyburn Leadership Institute fellows and the DNC Black Caucus about how Democrats are committed to fighting Republicans’ voter suppression tactics and making sure every single Black vote is earned.
An image of DNC Chair Ken Martin talking with a man at a DNC Black Caucus meeting. A image of DNC Chair Ken Martin talking to a roundtable of James E. Clyburn Leadership Institute fellows. An image of DNC Chair Ken Martin with the James E. Clyburn Leadership Institute fellows.
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Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Gas is nearly $4.50, diesel is over $6, the U.S. is in a new forever war, 8 million Americans have been kicked off their healthcare, and 5 million people have lost SNAP benefits. And JD Vance has the audacity to ask for another chance. Shameful.
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Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
So that gas prices can rise to $8 and you can start another forever war?
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Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
That's the Trump effect.
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Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Our When We Count fellows in Arizona and Nevada spent National Voter Registration Day getting young voters ready to elect Democrats up and down the ballot. We’re fired up to deliver the Blue Wave in just 48 days.
An image of Arizona Katie Hobbs and a DNC When We Count fellow posing for a picture in front of Hobbs rally signs. An image of DNC When We Count fellows canvassing on a college campus with a table sign that reads, "NV Dems."
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Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Mike Rogers is too much of a coward to even show up for a debate. He will never stand up for Michiganders in the Senate.
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Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Chris Coons has spent his time in the Senate fighting to lower costs, create jobs, and deliver for Delaware families. In November, let’s send him back to the U.S. Senate to continue this fight. Congratulations, Senator! Onward.
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Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
With just 49 days until Election Day, it’s time to knock doors and get our neighbors ready to vote. Today, I was excited to join volunteers in Michigan to help get out the vote and elect Democrats up and down the ballot.
A photo of DNC Chair Ken Martin with volunteers in a campaign office in Michigan.A photo of DNC Chair Ken Martin knocking doors. He is holding campaign literature for Abdul El-Sayed and other Democratic candidates in Michigan.A photo of DNC Chair Ken Martin speaking with a volunteer in campaign office in Michigan.
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Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Democrats are ready to flip seats up and down the ballot in states across the country. I met with Dr. Theresa Brooks, running in Michigan’s SD-9, and Alex Hawkins, running in HD-55, to discuss how their races can secure a Democratic trifecta in Michigan. Let’s do this.
An image of DNC Chair Ken Martin and Dr. Theresa Brooks, the Democratic nominee running in Michigan Senate District 9, posing for a picture together. An image of DNC Chair Ken Martin with Alex Hawkins, the Democratic nominee for Michigan House District 55 posting for a picture. They are outside on the sidewalk.
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Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Winning elections takes a good vision and a good candidate. In MI-10, we’ve got both in @cbhines586.bsky.social, who is ready to build a middle-class-first economy. I was thrilled to chat with her this morning about the state of her race and how we can work together to flip this seat and the House.
An image of DNC Chair Ken Martin and Christina Hines, the Democratic nominee for Michigan's 10th congressional district, posting for a picture together.
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Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
This is HUGE. Donald Trump knows what’s coming in November and is doing everything he can to rig the midterms. Democrats will continue to stand up to Trump’s illegal attempts to undermine our elections.
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Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
This National Voter Registration Day, think about what can happen if you vote: We can flip the House, win back the Senate, and put a check on Trump’s power. Register to vote or check your registration TODAY at IWillVote.com.
A photo of a bald eagle with wings spread wide against a large, blue star. Bold red text reads, "Get Ready to Vote" above and below the eagle. At the bottom, yellow text displays the website IWillVote.com.
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Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Once again, Trump’s attack on mail-in ballots has been blocked in court, this time by a judge he himself appointed. We will keep fighting against Trump’s efforts to undermine our elections, and in November, voters will sweep the GOP out of power and put an end to Trump’s agenda.
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Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
50 days to flip the House. 50 days to take back the Senate. 50 days to win up and down the ballot. Let’s do this.
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Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
I was honored to join Dream for America for their Democracy Summit last month in Texas. I told them what Paul Wellstone, my first boss in politics, always told me: You can remake the world daily. That is the work we are doing every day between now and Election Day.
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Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
61 years after the Voting Rights Act was passed, Justin Pearson won the Democratic primary in the newly gerrymandered 9th Congressional District in Tennessee. As states like Tennessee dilute Black voters’ voices, we are putting in the work to win in November: win.dnc.org/substack
A graphic featuring an image of Tennessee State Representative Justin Pearson. Text on screen reads, "Justin J. Pearson: 'They Are Trying to Dilute Our Voices.' It’s not lost on me that I won this primary exactly 61 years to the day after the Voting Rights Act was signed into law when leaders like Dr. King, John Lewis, and Rosa Parks stood with President Johnson to secure our right to be heard.

Today, that same Voting Rights Act has been severely dismantled by the Supreme Court. They are trying to dilute our voices and keep us out of the rooms where decisions are made. It’s happening right now, in our lifetime, and it’s a blatant attempt to keep the people’s power in check. TheBluePrint.Substack.com." In the bottom right corner, a donkey appears next to the Substack logo.
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Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
As Jewish communities gather for Rosh Hashanah, we recognize the new year as a time to reflect on the past and recommit to building a brighter future for all of us. L’Shanah Tovah to everyone celebrating.
Gold text "L'Shanah Tovah" on a honeycomb-patterned gold background.
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Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
“We will never forget” slapped on a graphic that literally gets September 11th wrong. On the 25th anniversary of the deadliest attack on American soil, Michael Whatley couldn’t even be bothered to make sure his tribute said September 11, 2001. You had one date to remember, clearly you forgot.
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Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Lives were forever changed on September 11, 2001. 25 years later, we remember the New Yorkers, Pentagon workers, and heroes on Flight 93 who were taken from us, the first responders who rushed toward danger to sacrifice for others, and the families who lost loved ones.
An image of the New York City skyline with two beaming lines representing the Twin Towers. The American flag is faded in the background. Text below reads, "9.11.01 Never Forget."
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Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
While Republicans hold a bizarre dog-and-pony show for Trump’s fragile ego, Democrats are registering new voters, listening to their concerns, and earning the support necessary to win. Join our call tonight: win.dnc.org/NVRDTraining
A graphic with a blue and yellow color scheme. The text reads: "Engage Your Neighborhood. Join us to learn how to run effective voter registration drives, break through traditional barriers to voting and registration, and help make our communities ready for November! Sep. 10, 8-9PM ET. Sign up here: win.dnc.org/NVRDTraining." There is an image of four voting booths. A donkey symbol is present at the top.
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Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Over the last 19 months, Democrats have been winning across the country. We’ve flipped 31 state legislative seats because we have a vision for a country where Americans can afford the American dream. That’s the message that will help us win in November.
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