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Senator Mike Simmons @mikesimmonsil.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

In the world, they shouldn't have to do it alone. I’m proud to stand with working people to #BoycottStarbucks until baristas win a fair union contract. I’m committing to have a Starbucks-free campaign and office to support union baristas!

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Senator Mike Simmons @mikesimmonsil.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

You know where I wish I could be tomorrow, Thursday 9/17 at 7pm!? At Pink Poster Club’s Midterm Kickoff Party at the Fat Shallot! If you’re around go see what they’re up to and get involved the midterms! It’s time to kick out the fascists and reclaim our democracy!

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Senator Mike Simmons @mikesimmonsil.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Didn’t I say I grew up in Chicago in the ‘90s? #Fade #Part #Chitown

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Senator Mike Simmons @mikesimmonsil.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Another fantastic commute this morning on the Leavitt Street Greenway! ☀️☀️🕶️🚲🚴🏿‍♂️

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Senator Mike Simmons @mikesimmonsil.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Another fantastic commute this morning on the Leavitt Street Greenway! ☀️☀️🕶️🚲🚴🏿‍♂️

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Chicagoans Who Bike @chiwho.bike · 01/09/2026

Rogers Park & Evanston are next door neighbors, but why's it so difficult to bike between them? Last week, @bikegridnow.org, @evanstontransit.bsky.social and Sen. Mike Simmons hosted a Tour De Border ride showing the challenges of this area, and some of the routes that could use improvement.

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Matthew Eadie @mattheweadie.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

A bridge from Pratt across the North Shore Channel to the bike trail? Extending Evanston's Dodge Ave. bike lane south onto California? Protected bike lanes on Sheridan? Those are some of the things the group talked about last night on a bike tour of the border (story below)

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Senator Mike Simmons @mikesimmonsil.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Thank you @mattheweadie.bsky.social for my legit first media interview on a bike while discussing bike safety infrastructure b/t Evanston and Rogers Park last night! 🚴🚴‍♀️

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Senator Mike Simmons @mikesimmonsil.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

I took my grandma to her first Illinois State Fair where she got to meet Gov. Pritzker, dance with Juliana Stratton, and she got to pose with the EPIC butter cow and enjoy fresh Illinois-grown watermelon and delish apple cider with her grandson the state Senator! 🐮

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Senator Mike Simmons @mikesimmonsil.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Public transit is public good and a human right. I am proud to champion public transit, pedestrian infrastructure, and statewide protected bikeways that prioritize and preserve our planet and environment.

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Senator Mike Simmons @mikesimmonsil.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

If you don’t talk about the issues that young people care about, you can’t expect them to show up for you. Drop the buzzwords, drop the poll-tested language, and focus on what is impacting people right now.

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Senator Mike Simmons @mikesimmonsil.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Young voters always spot BS. That includes voting out politicians who show up at election time but are not in the streets with the people or using their positions to upend systems that make billionaires wealthier and strip away our rights.

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State Senator Mike Simmons - IL-7th @senmikesimmons.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

IT’S OFFICIAL! House Bill 3564 is set to become law on January 1st, 2027! HB3564 establishes a $50 cap for rental application fees, bans 11 types of junk fees, caps move-in fees at 20% of rent, and requires move-in fees to be itemized, among more protections for renters. (1/2)

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Senator Mike Simmons @mikesimmonsil.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Perfect Chicago summer evening for some ice cream at a 7th District gem Teddy’s in Ravenswood! 🍦🍨🌖

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Senator Mike Simmons @mikesimmonsil.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Starting January 1st, Illinois renters are going to have the transparency and fairness they deserve. New legislation I introduced will be law, banning many common junk rental fees and requiring the rest of any add-ons be disclosed on the first page of your lease.

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Senator Mike Simmons @mikesimmonsil.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

Juneteenth celebrates the agency of Black Americans throughout American history. One way we can all honor the memories of those who came before us is to continue their fight towards equity and a future with more rights for all, not fewer.

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Senator Mike Simmons @mikesimmonsil.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

Michael and I enjoyed recently visiting the Obama Presidential Center! During the tour I felt immense pride to be from Chicago and to have lived through the historic Obama presidency.

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Senator Mike Simmons @mikesimmonsil.bsky.social · 13/06/2026

Happy Pride, everyone! I kicked off the month with Niles Pride and had the honor of leading their community parade. It was a joyous, powerful morning with LGBTQ+ leaders, neighbors, historians, educators, advocates, families, and allies from across the north side.

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Senator Mike Simmons @mikesimmonsil.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

I started this campaign for the same reason I first ran for the State Senate - because I saw a need in my community for real, genuine representation instead of platitudes. For a leader who will speak up for communities like mine, without appropriating our struggles, that are too often silenced:

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Maria Hadden @chialderwoman.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

There's still 2hrs to vote. Undecided on how to vote? Feel free to cheat off Maria's ballot 😉: ☑️ Juliana Stratton for U.S. Senate because the Senate desperately needs vocal leaders. ☑️ Mike Simmons for IL-9 because we deserve continued representation by someone who fights for hard working folks.

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Senator Mike Simmons @mikesimmonsil.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

Rhona is in the office right now, phonebanking. Rhona says tell a friend to go vote!

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Senator Mike Simmons @mikesimmonsil.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

GO VOTE, ILLINOIS! If you are in line by 7pm, you will be able to vote. If you have voted, tell your friends and family to go vote!

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Senator Mike Simmons @mikesimmonsil.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

46th Ward Alderwoman Angela Clay is out supporting Mike today! We have an hour and a half left in this election—go vote now. If you are in line by 7pm, you will be able to vote!

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Senator Mike Simmons @mikesimmonsil.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

Evanston Alder Matt Rodgers is out talking with voters about why Mike Simmons is the candidate for this moment. Polls close at 7pm, but if you're in line by then, you will be able to vote! You can make a difference—come by the office at 1441 W Morse or tell your friends and family to vote!

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Senator Mike Simmons @mikesimmonsil.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

Want to get the word out? Text and call your friends to make sure they are voting, or come join the team at 1441 W Morse!

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Senator Mike Simmons @mikesimmonsil.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

If you live in Chicago's 49th Ward, Alderwoman Maria Hadden needs no introduction. Today, Maria and Mike are out in this bitter cold and knocking doors. We can use your help! Come swing by 1441 W Morse and get set up to call some phones, knock some doors, and get the word out at polling locations.

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Brianinja @brianinja.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

Direct voter outreach FTW.

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Senator Mike Simmons @mikesimmonsil.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

After you cast your vote, come join us at the campaign office at 1441 W Morse! We’ve got: Phonebanking in English, Spanish, Amharic Donuts Coffee (too much, please come have some!) Stickers Lit Heat!!

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Senator Mike Simmons @mikesimmonsil.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

My partner and I cast a very special ballot this morning. Over this campaign, I have laid out my case for why I hope to earn your vote. I'm a product of the 9th District, from growing up here in public housing to fighting for our community in the Illinois State Senate.

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Gilgert Martwel @mkroll.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

Mike Simmons; the most accomplished Progressive legislator in the race. You don’t need to game theory this, just vote for the one who’s earned it through his deeds.

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bfarren.bsky.social @bfarren.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

Started my day with mass and a few wee prayers. Remember to VOTE in Illinois #IL09 @mikesimmonsil.bsky.social

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Senator Mike Simmons @mikesimmonsil.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

Election day! Michael and I voted this morning. Make sure you do the same!

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Courage For Democracy @couragefordemocracy.com · 17/03/2026

Remember that if you're in line by 7 p.m. tonight, *stay in line.* Happy Primary Day, IL! Let's go!

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Senator Mike Simmons @mikesimmonsil.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

Coming to you from Stephen F Gale School, today is ELECTION DAY! Polls are open until 7pm: as long as you’re in line to vote by 7pm, your vote must be counted! Once you’ve voted, come by our campaign office at 1441 W Morse Ave to say hi to Team Mike and help us reach more voters!! Let’s win this!

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Senator Mike Simmons @mikesimmonsil.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

Rhona says vote on Tuesday! I'm honored to have your support, Rhona.

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/\__/\__/\__/ @cardiograms.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

vote for this nerd (positive)

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Senator Mike Simmons @mikesimmonsil.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

Joanie has known Mike for decades and even coached him in Student Congress in high school. Here's why Joanie is supporting Mike Simmons for Congress.

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Senator Mike Simmons @mikesimmonsil.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

Family doesn’t let family forget to vote! Be sure to tell your family, friends, and neighbors: Early Voting ends TODAY at 6pm, and polls are open tomorrow from 6am-7pm!

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Senator Mike Simmons @mikesimmonsil.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

I'm honored to have the support of Ald. Maria Hadden, and so proud to know Maria as a friend, a fighter for justice, and Alder for the 49th Ward, home to my mom's salon where I spent countless hours growing up. Rogers Park: make sure your voice is heard in this historic election!

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Senator Mike Simmons @mikesimmonsil.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

Our campaign has been busy with Election Day TOMORROW! But you know I had to stop to check out another iconic streetlight in our district! This one has a special place in my heart: check it out and then check out mikesimmons.org to make your plan to vote and help our campaign cross the finish line!

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Senator Mike Simmons @mikesimmonsil.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

It was such a joy to be in so many rooms full of love and kinship this morning.

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Courage For Democracy @couragefordemocracy.com · 15/03/2026

Hey, IL: Vote now through Tuesday!

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Senator Mike Simmons @mikesimmonsil.bsky.social · 15/03/2026

At the final debate of this race, I laid out my case for why I meet this moment. We can't afford to have incremental and out-of-touch "leaders" as this administration continues to threaten and kill us.

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Senator Mike Simmons @mikesimmonsil.bsky.social · 15/03/2026

Vote today, vote tomorrow, or vote Tuesday!

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Senator Mike Simmons @mikesimmonsil.bsky.social · 15/03/2026

All across this district you’ll find great people, small businesses that deserve your support, and the energy of this people-powered campaign! We are in the final days of Early Voting, so make sure to go to mikesimmons.org/voting and make your plan to vote by March 17!

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Senator Mike Simmons @mikesimmonsil.bsky.social · 15/03/2026

My time as State Senator has been powered by a co-governance model. Over half of my 50 bills signed into law have come directly from my constituents. The best ideas come from the people: I’d be honored to continue to stand by your side and turn your ideas into policy at the national level.

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Cat (she/her) @dressingforevenge.bsky.social · 13/03/2026

Doing my part for the Mike Simmons for Congress Agenda 🙏🙏

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