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Official account of the Onondaga County Democratic Committee. dedicated to flipping Onondaga County blue. ocdemocrats.com

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Onondaga County Democratic Committee @onondagadems.bsky.social · 15/11/2025
We had many victories in '25 and look forward to running where Democrats weren't on the ballot when the new Even-Year Election Law kicks in for '26. Please complete this short introductory form tinyurl.com/runin26 if you are interested in running for office.
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Onondaga County Democratic Committee @onondagadems.bsky.social · 14/11/2025
Democrats back Nicole Watts as chair of the Onondaga County Legislature. www.syracuse.com/news/2025/11...
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Democrats, now in the majority, back newcomer as chair of Onondaga County Legislature
Democrats, who will take control in January, made their pick during a late-night caucus Thursday.
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Onondaga County Democratic Committee @onondagadems.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
“This is a Blue wave election here locally,’’ said Max Ruckdeschel, chairman of the Onondaga County Democratic Committee. www.syracuse.com/news/2025/11...
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Democrats ride blue wave to historic wins in Onondaga County: ‘People want something different’
Political experts said the blue wave was partially a response to President Trump.
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Onondaga County Democratic Committee @onondagadems.bsky.social · 24/10/2025
Early voting starts tomorrow. Make a plan to vote by November 4th. Remember, EVERY VOTE COUNTS! www.syracuse.com/opinion/2025...
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Editorial endorsement: Sharon Owens for mayor of Syracuse (Editorial Board Opinion)
Over decades of community and public service, including eight as deputy mayor, Owens has displayed the leadership skills, team building and empathy to effectively run the city.
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Onondaga County Democratic Committee @onondagadems.bsky.social · 04/09/2025
Save the Date! www.nokings.org
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No Kings
As the president escalates his authoritarian power grab, the NO KINGS non-violent movement continues to rise stronger. We are united once again to remind the world: America has No Kings and the power ...
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Onondaga County Democratic Committee @onondagadems.bsky.social · 09/07/2025
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, July 9, 2025 ONONDAGA COUNTY DEMOCRATIC COMMITTEE CALLS ON PAT HOGAN TO END MAYORAL CAMPAIGN Syracuse, NY – Onondaga County Democratic Committee Chair Max...
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Onondaga County Democratic Committee @onondagadems.bsky.social · 09/07/2025
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, July 9, 2025 ONONDAGA COUNTY DEMOCRATIC COMMITTEE CALLS ON PAT HOGAN TO END MAYORAL CAMPAIGN Syracuse, NY – Onondaga County Democratic Committee Chair Max...
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Indivisible Onondaga County @indivisibleononcty.bsky.social · 27/06/2025
#GoodTroubleLivesOn in Syracuse, July 17 Sign up and spread the word here www.mobilize.us/john-lewis-a...
Save the Date:
July 17, 5:30-7pm, Clinton Square in Syracuse
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Onondaga County Democratic Committee @onondagadems.bsky.social · 26/06/2025
“Since January I think there has been a steady increase in the strength of his comments to his constituents and the community,” Ruckdeschel said. “...I have definitely noticed the difference. He had to find his voice and his style.” (gift link) www.syracuse.com/politics/cny...
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Mannion’s moment: How Central New York congressman found his voice in Trump’s America
Rep. John Mannion emerges as outspoken fighter against Trump's "reckless" agenda.
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Onondaga County Democratic Committee @onondagadems.bsky.social · 22/06/2025
Last day of Early Voting. Beat the heat forecast for Tuesday! Details on our website at www.ocdemocrats.com/post/go-vote
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Go Vote!
Early Voting SitesAll early voting sites are open to all Onondaga County voters and are accessible to voters with physical disabilities. For more information, please visit onvote.net or call the Onond...
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Onondaga County Democratic Committee @onondagadems.bsky.social · 15/06/2025
We knew Mary Kuhn as a fierce, effective and tireless advocate for the causes and policies she believed so strongly in. Her energy and determination will be missed. www.syracuse.com/news/2025/06...
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Mary Kuhn, former Onondaga County legislator, dies at 76
Kuhn served two terms in the county legislature from 2019 to 2023.
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Indivisible Onondaga County @indivisibleononcty.bsky.social · 23/05/2025
#NoKings June 14 in Syracuse Sign up and spread the word mobilize.us/s/JGtzhQ
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NO KINGS Syracuse NY · No Kings
**In America, we don’t put up with would-be kings.** NO KINGS is a national day of action and mass mobilization in response to increasing authoritarian excesses and corruption from Trump and his allie...
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Indivisible Onondaga County @indivisibleononcty.bsky.social · 12/06/2025
2 days!
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Onondaga County Democratic Committee @onondagadems.bsky.social · 09/05/2025
Van Robinson's lasting legacy . . .
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Van ‘the champion’ Robinson spoke softly, listened and carried a sledgehammer
Robinson's legacy in Syracuse reflects his decades of political and community leadership.
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Onondaga County Democratic Committee @onondagadems.bsky.social · 08/05/2025
1/2 OCDC Chair Max Ruckdeschel issued the following statement: "We applaud the unanimous appellate court decision upholding the constitutionality of the even-year election law and look forward to increased voter participation in our local elections . . . www.syracuse.com/news/2025/05...
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Appellate Court says NY’s Even Year Election Law is constitutional, reversing lower court
The court overturned a decision by state Supreme Court Justice Gerard Neri.
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Congressman John Mannion @congressmannion.bsky.social · 06/05/2025
Van Robinson 1938-2025 History will remember him as the first black president of the Syracuse Common Council. But his legacy and contributions are far richer. My remarks on floor of the House of Representatives honoring his life:
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Onondaga County Democratic Committee @onondagadems.bsky.social · 06/05/2025
Celebration of Life for Van Robinson scheduled for Monday, May 12th at Bethany Baptist . . .
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Funeral services set for Van Robinson, former Syracuse politician and community leader
Robinson died Saturday at age 87.
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New York Attorney General Letitia James @newyorkstateag.bsky.social · 04/05/2025
Van Robinson was a trailblazer who dedicated himself to improving Syracuse and all of New York for his community, and his work will live on. I’m thinking of his family and loved ones. May he rest in peace.
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Van Robinson, long-time Syracuse politician and advocate for city’s Black community, dies at 87
Robinson served on the Syracuse Common Council for 18 years and was long-time leader of the Syracuse NAACP.
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Onondaga County Democratic Committee @onondagadems.bsky.social · 10/04/2025
Join us April 24th to honor our best at the 2025 Democrat of the Year Awards. secure.actblue.com/donate/doy2025
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Onondaga County Democratic Committee @onondagadems.bsky.social · 05/04/2025
Around 1,000 march in Sackets Harbor to seek return of family taken by ICE. The rally, spearheaded by the Democratic Committee of Jefferson County, NY, was organized after federal agents visited nearby North Harbor Dairy Farm last Thursday. www.wwnytv.com/2025/04/04/7...
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Around 1,000 march in Sackets Harbor to seek return of family taken by ICE
An estimated 1,000 people marched through the streets of Sackets Harbor Saturday afternoon to call for the return of a woman and her three children who were taken during an immigration sweep.
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Indivisible Onondaga County @indivisibleononcty.bsky.social · 05/04/2025
It was impossible to capture the crowd from our vantage at the center of the park, but we filled Forman Park with 4,000 beautiful people today
Crowd shotCrowd shot 2Crowd shot 3
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Indivisible Onondaga County @indivisibleononcty.bsky.social · 05/04/2025
Spotted in the crowd: @congressmannion.bsky.social #HandsOff
Crowd shot with Rep. Mannion
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Indivisible Onondaga County @indivisibleononcty.bsky.social · 05/04/2025
SU contingent getting ready to walk to Forman for #HandsOff
Crowd gathering at SU
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Indivisible Onondaga County @indivisibleononcty.bsky.social · 20/03/2025
April 5 Hands Off Syracuse action is going to be EPIC Please sign up and spread the word www.mobilize.us/handsoff/eve...
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Hands Off! Syracuse Fights Back · Hands Off
**Donald Trump and Elon Musk think this country belongs to them.** Syracuse is fighting back! They're taking everything they can get their hands on—our health care, our data, our jobs, our services—a...
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Onondaga County Democratic Committee @onondagadems.bsky.social · 02/04/2025
Democratic leaders, including Senator Chuck Schumer, on Monday asked a U.S. court to block Trump's executive order overhauling the election system, arguing the changes risked denying eligible U.S. citizens the right to vote. www.reuters.com/world/us/dem...
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Democrats sue Trump administration over election executive order
The Democratic Party on Monday asked a U.S. court to block Republican President Donald Trump's executive order overhauling the election system, arguing the changes risked denying eligible U.S. citizens the right to vote.
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Chuck Schumer @schumer.senate.gov · 01/04/2025
NEWS: How I’m taking the fight over federal spending to Trump country From the AP: apnews.com/article/schu...
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Chuck Schumer says he's taking the fight over federal spending to Trump country
Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer is taking the fight over Medicaid cuts deep into Republican territory, visiting nursing homes in GOP-held districts to warn of what Democrats call devastating co...
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Indivisible Onondaga County @indivisibleononcty.bsky.social · 09/03/2025
After amazing weekend of organizing, we’ve got 6(!) Syracuse-area public actions in the works over the next 2 weekends. Everyone pick your fave (or 2 or 3) and come join us
Upcoming Syracuse-Area Actions
Friday, 3/14, 4pm: #TeslaTakeDown protest on Burdick Rd in Fayetteville; not organized by local Indivisibles, but let’s turn out big numbers in support

Saturday, 3/15, 9am-10am: CNYSC/IOC visibility actions before St Patrick’s Parade in Syracuse: Locations: Almond and Adams/Harrison St. and West St. and Fayette St. 

Sunday, 3/16, 11am: IOC & Indivisible Syracuse rally Against Musk and Pro-Democracy at Hanley Federal Building

Friday, 3/21, 10am: Citizen Action rally calling on Governor Hochul to stand up to Trump's plans on climate issues. 

Saturday, 3/22, 11 am-1 pm: IOC & Indivisible Syracuse funeral march to save Medicaid; starts & ends at Federal Bldg

Sunday, 3/23, 1pm: IOC has been invited by local letter carriers union to join their rally at the Hanley Federal Building to save federal jobs; let’s turn out big numbers in support
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Onondaga County Democratic Committee @onondagadems.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
OCDC's Federal Action Task Force will keep abreast of federal issues in regular coordination with Rep. Mannion and his staff, pass information along and work with groups and individuals on local Trump resistance activities. Email chair@ocdemocrats.com to keep informed. mailchi.mp/ocdemocrats/...
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New York State AFL-CIO @nysaflcio.bsky.social · 21/02/2025
CALL NOW!
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Onondaga County Democratic Committee @onondagadems.bsky.social · 04/12/2024
Statement by OCDC Chair Max Ruckdeschel: "The behavior of City Court Judge Felicia Pitts Davis, as reported today by Syracuse com, is completely contrary to the values of the Democratic Party and an injustice to the residents of the City of Syracuse.
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Onondaga County Democratic Committee @onondagadems.bsky.social · 16/11/2024
Support your local Democratic Committee!
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