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Cathy

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She/Her•Nurse •Mom• GenX• Animal lover Believe in :Science,Democracy,Free Speech, Love is Love 🏳️‍🌈, Women/Trans/immigrant rights Anti Hate, Anti Fascist, Anti MAGA 💙💙Resistance 💙💙

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Barack Obama @barackobama.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
To George and Laura, Bill and Hillary — we're grateful for your friendship, counsel, and devotion to this country. And to Joe and Jill, thank you for being on this journey with us.
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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 18/06/2026
Every court win is only made possible because of the power of the people. @skyeperryman.bsky.social joined @crooked.com’s @strictscrutiny.bsky.social to discuss how communities are showing up – and winning – against the Trump-Vance admin in court.
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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 18/06/2026
A judge today reaffirmed an earlier decision ordering the Trump-Vance admin to stop taking down signs at national parks – and used a symbol from the African Burial Ground National Monument in New York to explain her reasoning. While our case continues, we will channel the power of the Sankofa.
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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 18/06/2026
ICE is violating rights at every level – including now obtaining individual voting records from counties in Texas and North Carolina. The Trump-Vance admin is trying to scare and intimidate eligible voters with these tactics. We'll continue to fight the efforts at every turn. bit.ly/4oEaR2L
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Exclusive: ICE obtains local voter files in two counties
ICE and DHS's top election integrity officer are probing local election officials for voter data.
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George Conway ⚖️🇺🇸 @gtconway.bsky.social · 01/03/2026
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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 27/02/2026
BREAKING: We’re suing to block the Trump-Vance admin's policy ordering the mandatory arrest and potentially indefinite detention of lawfully admitted refugees. The administration is using its failure to process green card applications to target refugees for deportation. We will see them in court.
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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 31/01/2026
Arrests of journalists covering federal agents in Minneapolis won't stop the truth of the Trump-Vance admin’s unlawful actions from coming to light. CEO @skyeperryman.bsky.social joined @lincolnsquare.media @mayaonstage.bsky.social to explain how these arrests reveal the admin is losing control.
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Trump's Arresting Journalists — Here's What You Need to Know | Skye Perryman Joins Maya May LIVE
Trump and his Department of Justice are tearing up the the Constitution.
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Phil Lewis @phillewis.bsky.social · 30/01/2026
Journalist Georgia Fort has been released from custody (video @fox9mn.bsky.social)
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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 28/01/2026
BREAKING: We’re suing the Trump-Vance admin for detaining people in Minnesota and deliberately blocking access to legal counsel. These actions violate the Constitution, federal law, and above all else – basic human rights. We will get justice in court.
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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 29/01/2026
This year's Together for Democracy conference is in full swing! At a moment where our democracy is being tested, TFD brings partners, organizers, policymakers, and artists from all 50 states together in defense of democracy.
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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 30/01/2026
Come along for a day at Together For Democracy 2026!
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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 30/12/2025
Our ins and outs for 2026 💙
List titled "Democracy Forward's 2026 ins and outs." Ins include suing the Trump-Vance administration, hosting a Dinner for Democracy, fighting authoritarianism, and other positive actions. Outs include letting the president's unlawful actions go unanswered, normalizing authoritarian actions, and giving up hope.
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MeidasTouch @meidastouch.com · 11/12/2025
BIG NEWS: A federal grand jury has AGAIN refused to indict NY AG Letitia James in the Eastern District of Virginia — this time in Alexandria. This is just a week after the DOJ tried and failed to secure a grand jury indictment in Norfolk.
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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 24/11/2025
Protecting our democracy means showing up every day ready to fight for it. Read more about how our “powerhouse” legal group is at the front lines pushing back against the Trump-Vance administration: politi.co/4oaXxkj
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Skye Perryman @skyeperryman.bsky.social · 25/11/2025
Great win by our team @democracyforward.org!
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Politico @politico.com · 15/10/2025
Candace Owens has been denied entry into Australia after the country’s High Court sided with the government. The court ruled that the conservative speaker had failed a “character test” and could “incite discord” among communities.
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Candace Owens denied visa to Australia by country’s highest court
The court ruled that the conservative speaker had failed a “character test” to enter the nation.
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Fight The Right… 👊🏼👊🏽👊🏿 @wtafc.bsky.social · 16/10/2025
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Jacob @jacob-ber.bsky.social · 07/10/2025
He literally signed the law that says furloughed workers have a right to backpay
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Jacob @jacob-ber.bsky.social · 14/10/2025
AP - Advocacy group sues Social Security Administration over access to records apnews.com/live/donald-...
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Jacob @jacob-ber.bsky.social · 14/10/2025
Trump's white house doesn't even condemn the comments in their statement instead they blame Democrats for Republicans being racist???
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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 10/10/2025
Our nation's federal employees are more than just numbers on a spreadsheet. They make sure we have clean water. They protect us from financial fraud. They provide healthcare to our communities. They make our government actually work for people. Do not forget this.
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Heartland Signal @heartlandsignal.com · 10/10/2025
BREAKING: Masked Border Patrol agents aggressively arrested WGN video producer Debbie Brockman in Lincoln Square Friday morning, supposedly for "obstructing justice." (Video via Josh Thomas on Facebook) Follow @heartlandsignal for more.
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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 10/10/2025
Civil servants show up every day for the American people. That’s why we show up in court to protect them.
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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 12/09/2025
BREAKING: A judge has temporarily blocked the Trump admin's unlawful restrictions on certain federal housing funds. This means providers won’t be barred from competing for lifesaving resources simply because they are in jurisdictions that don’t adopt the admin’s ideological agenda.
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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 02/09/2025
The Atlantic calls Democracy Forward "the single largest source of Trump's legal troubles." We call that winning on behalf of people and communities! www.theatlantic.com/politics/arc...
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Skye Perryman @skyeperryman.bsky.social · 02/09/2025
President Trump is losing both in court and in the court of public opinion because his policies hurt Americans. We will continue to see him in court as he harms Americans.
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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 03/09/2025
“This administration is backing off in ways that the President and Pam Bondi don’t want you to know about.” @skyeperryman.bsky.social joined @briefingwithpsaki.bsky.social tonight to discuss how we’re delivering for the American people in court.
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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 03/09/2025
President Trump’s attempts to dismantle the Institute of Museum & Library Services will severely diminish access to information, education, and cultural resources, disproportionately impacting rural communities. So we’re urging the court to keep IMLS operational while litigation continues.
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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 04/09/2025
200,000 workers will be forced out of government by the Trump-Vance admin. Those workers represent decades of expertise we’re at risk of losing. So we joined partners to launch Departure Dialogues, an opportunity for feds to share recommendations to improve gov on a secure, nonpartisan platform.
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Departure Dialogues Project — POPVOX Foundation
Departure Dialogues captures insights from former federal employees to help Congress strengthen agency performance and close gaps between policy and practice.
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Skye Perryman @skyeperryman.bsky.social · 03/09/2025
Proud of this incredible coalition and our team @democracyforward.org and co-counsel!
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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 05/08/2025
The Trump-Vance administration continues to lose in court. CEO @skyeperryman.bsky.social joined @legalafmtn.bsky.social to break down how we're using the power of the courts to protect people and communities across the country. WATCH: www.youtube.com/watch?v=w8IC...
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Trump DOJ CRUMBLES as They LOSE STEAM
YouTube video by Legal AF
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Skye Perryman @skyeperryman.bsky.social · 06/08/2025
Today is the anniversary of the Voting Rights Act. 60 years after its passage, the fight for equitable access to the ballot box continues to rage on, as we’re seeing play out in Texas. The fight isn't over, but we can honor it by showing up, speaking out, and pushing for progress.
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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 07/08/2025
“This is a smack in the face to those who have served our country and their loved ones, stripping pregnant women of their bodily autonomy and restricting their access to abortion.” - @skyeperryman.bsky.social
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Trump administration wants to roll back abortion access for veterans
Critics fear far-reaching policy will block veterans and beneficiaries from accessing care even in states where it’s legally protected
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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 07/08/2025
Our CEO @skyeperryman.bsky.social: “There’s no basis for the assertion that these members can be removed from office.” What is happening in TX is not just an attack on our democratic process – it is an outright betrayal to the American people and the Constitution.
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Can Texas Republicans expel absent Democrats in redistricting fight?
A legal battle simmers in the Lone Star State, as GOP lawmakers try to wrangle their colleagues back to Austin to vote on redrawn midterm congressional maps.
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Jacob @jacob-ber.bsky.social · 30/07/2025
De La Opinión: "Los congresistas están representados por Democracy Forward Foundation y American Oversight en la demanda Joe Neguse et al. v. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement et al."
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Jacob @jacob-ber.bsky.social · 30/07/2025
"Democracy Forward, a Washington D.C.-based legal services non-profit, is co-counsel in the lawsuit." www.elpasotimes.com/story/news/p...
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US Rep. Escobar, House Democrats sue Trump administration over ICE facility visits
U.S. Rep. Veronica Escobar, D-El Paso, has joined a lawsuit filed by a dozen Democrats against the Trump administration for blocking oversight visits
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Jacob @jacob-ber.bsky.social · 28/07/2025
Great coverage here on Democracy Forward’s lawsuit against HUD & HHS anti-LGBTQ+ restrictions
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Jacob @jacob-ber.bsky.social · 28/07/2025
“The ruling came in response to a lawsuit filed last week by a nationwide coalition of nonprofit organizations, represented by Democracy Forward and other legal groups, challenging the restrictions.”
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Jacob @jacob-ber.bsky.social · 29/07/2025
“For over 60 years, the EEOC’s mandate has been to protect workers from discrimination, not to pick and choose who is deemed worthy of protection based on political interference,’ said Skye Perryman, the president and CEO of Democracy Forward” apnews.com/article/tran...
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Civil rights agency sued over handling of transgender worker discrimination complaints under Trump
Legal groups have challenged the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission's handling of discrimination complaints from transgender workers.
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Jacob @jacob-ber.bsky.social · 29/07/2025
Democracy Forward President & CEO Skye Perryman in Washington Blade: “The Trump-Vance administration’s unlawful effort to erase protections for transgender people is cruel, and a violation of the law and the Constitution.” www.washingtonblade.com/2025/07/29/e...
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EEOC sued for refusing to enforce protections for trans workers
Lawsuit filed by Democracy Forward and the National Women's Law Center
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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 30/07/2025
After 30+ yrs of restricting ICE agents from conducting immigration enforcement in houses of worship, DHS has reversed the policy. The impact is already being felt by faith communities nationwide. That's why we're fighting in court to protect religious freedom for all.
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Fourth group of religious organizations sues US over ICE raids at churches
(RNS) — “As people of faith, we cannot abide losing the basic right to provide care and compassion,” Bishop Brenda Bos of the ELCA’s Southwest California Synod, a plaintiff in the case, said in a stat...
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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 16/07/2025
BREAKING: We’re suing the Trump-Vance administration to stop ICE's arrests of noncitizens at immigration courthouses. This admin is stripping people of their due process rights in order to expedite deportations. It’s unlawful and unconstitutional.
We’re suing to stop ICE’s arrests of noncitizens at immigration courthouses
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Jacob @jacob-ber.bsky.social · 14/07/2025
“La mayoría conservadora hace añicos [con esta decisión] la promesa de la educación pública en Estados Unidos’, considera Skye Perryman, presidenta y consejera delegado de Democracy Forward, organización que fue parte de la demanda en Massachusetts” elpais.com/internaciona...
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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 14/07/2025
“Our team will continue to insist that the attempt to overhaul and decimate large portions of the federal government without Congress is unconstitutional.” - CEO @skyeperryman.bsky.social
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White House preps for legal fight over firings — despite court victory
A Supreme Court ruling last week means planned reductions in force can continue, but unions and other groups will battle the administration at each step.
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Jacob @jacob-ber.bsky.social · 14/07/2025
Democracy Forward President & CEO Skye Perryman on SCOTUS’ awful Department of Education decision ⬇️
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Skye Perryman @skyeperryman.bsky.social · 14/07/2025
Without explaining to the American people its reasoning, a majority of justices on the U.S. Supreme Court have dealt a devastating blow to this nation's promise of public education for all children.
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Joe Williams @rikerjoe.bsky.social · 14/07/2025
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TRUMP ALLY CAROLINE WREN HELD IN CONTEMPT AND FINED $2K PER DAY FOR REFUSAL TO COOPERATE WITH JAN 6 LAWSUIT SUBPOENA. NEXT STOP: JAIL
Oh yeah, this judge means business!
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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 11/07/2025
The Trump-Vance administration abruptly cancelled hundreds of millions in funding for hundreds of programs proven to keep communities safe. The organizations we’re representing in this case are already seeing the devastating impact of these loss of funds:
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RescueJen @rescuejen.bsky.social · 11/07/2025
Spread the word. Talk to your friends and neighbors.
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Skye Perryman @skyeperryman.bsky.social · 12/07/2025
We are aware of the reduction-in-force notices that over 1,000 employees at the State Department received yesterday and are monitoring developments across the government. The admin's decision to indiscriminately terminate these civil servants threatens to make Americans less safe at home and abroad.
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