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Troy Jackson @troyjackson207.bsky.social · 9h
Susan Collins had five chances to vote to stop Donald Trump's war in Iran, but she refused. Maybe because she’s profiting off it? 🤔
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Troy Jackson @troyjackson207.bsky.social · 9h
Power means nothing if you won't use it when the people of Maine need it. Maine deserves better. Maine deserves change. We have the chance to build a government that serves the people, not the ultra-wealthy. Let’s go win this thing.
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Senator Patty Murray @murray.senate.gov · 9h
Every election is decided by the people who show up. Want a better future for America? VOTE!
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Elizabeth Warren @warren.senate.gov · 9h
Translation: Donald Trump's efforts to abolish the Education Department are under independent investigation.
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Senator Chris Van Hollen @vanhollen.senate.gov · 12h
While this hearing didn't proceed, it's clear the Trump admin is continuing what a judge has called a "vindictive prosecution" of Kilmar Abrego Garcia. As I said from day 1, if they can do this to Kilmar, they can do it to anyone. We'll keep fighting this political persecution.
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Kilmar Ábrego Garcia hearing on his deportation case is suddenly canceled
The government was moving to vacate a preliminary injunction preventing ICE from detaining and deporting him, while his legal team was trying to make the injunction permanent.
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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 11h
More than 500 U.S. citizens have been detained by ICE, according to ProPublica. 70% of ICE detainees have no criminal conviction. Trump’s promise to go after the “worst of the worst” was always a lie. It was always a pretext to terrorize Black and brown communities. Remember this.
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More Than 500 U.S. Citizens Have Been Detained, Including Handcuffed or Held at Gunpoint, in Trump’s Immigration Crackdown — ProPublica
The government doesn’t track how often immigration officers detain U.S. citizens. So ProPublica did. We’ve found more th
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Sherrod Brown @sherrodbrownoh.bsky.social · 11h
Great to be with Congresswoman @shontelbrown.bsky.social to kick off early voting in Cleveland!
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ACLU @aclu.org · 11h
Democracy isn't a spectator sport. Join the No Kings coalition on Thursday, October 8, at 8pm ET/5pm PT to learn more about how to take action to protect our elections this fall.
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No Kings: Vote Early: Election Protection 101 · No Kings
Join the No Kings coalition for this call to learn how you can take action wherever you are to protect our elections this fall. We’ll cover how to get out the vote, the importance of voting early, pol...
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AFL-CIO @aflcio.org · 11h
4 weeks until election day. Vote union. Vote for pro-worker candidates. Vote for an economy that works for all of us. Let’s win this election for working families! ✊
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PBS News @pbsnews.org · 11h
In Tennessee, lawyers for Christa Pike say she is awake and speaking after surviving a botched execution attempt last week.
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Adam Kinzinger @adamkinzinger.substack.com · 11h
There's news of a plague outbreak in Russia. Here's what we know and here's who in the White House is staffed to handle any U.S. related work on it (hint: it's RFK Jr. and a gutted CDC...) Russia is trying to cover up the media reports on the outbreak, which now has 200 people in quarantine.
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PBS News @pbsnews.org · 11h
President Donald Trump is facing bipartisan backlash after comments at a campaign rally in which he suggested that Iran could "take out" two cities in California.
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Mary Peltola @marypeltola.com · 11h
When Alaskans elect someone to represent us in DC, we expect them to put Alaska first. No exceptions. Dan Sullivan has been putting himself and his donors before Alaska, whether it’s the Lower 48 factory trawling fleet, his billionaire backers, or the Epstein Class.
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Letter: The power we sent to Washington is going unused
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ACLU @aclu.org · 11h
NEW: We filed a public comment opposing a rule proposed by the Trump administration that would dismantle Head Start's promise that children receive high-quality education, qualified teachers, comprehensive support, and more no matter where they live. Head Start must be accessible to all families.
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Randy Villegas @villegas4congress.bsky.social · 11h
We need leaders who are going to uphold their oath to protect Americans.
Randy quote tweets Trump saying let Iran take out LA and San Diego, it's a small price to pay. Randy says the comments by President Trump are deeply disturbing and unacceptable, putting all Californians at risk who are already paying a high cost for this war in Iran while Rep. Valadao says nothing.
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ProPublica @propublica.org · 11h
Pregnancy is the only condition where Florida courts have ruled that a mentally competent patient can be forced to undergo unwanted treatment, such as a C-section. (Published March)
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They Didn’t Want to Have C-Sections. A Judge Would Decide How They Gave Birth.
Two Florida women had to attend virtual court hearings while in labor to argue for their right to choose their own medical care. As their state pushes to expand some types of medical freedom, it has a...
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Dan Osborn @osbornforne.bsky.social · 11h
Nebraskans aren’t buying it anymore. It’s time for real change.
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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 10h
Remember: Wealth cannot be separated from power. We're seeing in real time how the extreme concentration of wealth is distorting our politics, rigging markets, and granting unprecedented power to a handful of people. Taxing the rich isn't just an economic issue, it's a defense of our democracy.
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Brad Lander @bradlander.bsky.social · 10h
As the Supreme Court considers this case, we should make this absolutely clear with both our words and actions: Oil companies must be held financially liable for the widespread destruction they've wrought.
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Supreme Court Tangles Over a Major Climate Change Case
The justices began their new term with a landmark dispute over whether local governments can hold oil companies liable for damages from climate change.
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Brian Tyler Cohen @briantylercohen.bsky.social · 10h
Trump is declining international election monitors in the United States for first time in over two decades, aligning the country with Russia. Trump will instead deploy his own election monitors to polling sites across the country. www.ms.now/news/trump-m...
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Senator Elissa Slotkin @slotkin.senate.gov · 10h
One of the key tools authoritarians use is fear. Just think about what Trump has done to institutions that don’t bow down to him.
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David Jolly @davidjolly.bsky.social · 10h
A great evening in Sarasota! Thanks to so many friends and allies who have joined us in this historic campaign. We are grateful everyday for your support and encouragement.
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Sherrod Brown @sherrodbrownoh.bsky.social · 10h
Fighting for a better future for our students.
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Amy Klobuchar @amyklobuchar.com · 10h
If we want to expand our economy, we have to make sure Minnesotans can afford housing, health care, and child care. As Governor, I’ll focus on lowering costs so our economy — and Minnesotans — can thrive.
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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 10h
I'm voting YES on Prop 40, the California billionaire tax. Here's why.
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Why I Support The California Billionaire Tax
Billionaires are crying foul about California's proposed wealth tax.Don't fall for their fearmongering.A one-time, 5% ta
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Jenny Cohn @jennycohn.bsky.social · 9h
ICYMI, the Trump administration has reportedly awarded $3.3 Billion in government awards to companies tied to Trump’s sons -August 2026 … 1/ share.google/L4SDaeibhonY...
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Warren, Garcia, Blumenthal, Duckworth Urge DoD Watchdog to Investigate $3.2 Billion in Government Awards to Companies Tied to Trump Sons
Warren, Garcia, Blumenthal, Duckworth Urge DoD Watchdog to Investigate $3.2 Billion in Government Awards to Companies Tied to Trump Sons - Senator Elizabeth Warren
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Texas Paul @realtexaspaul.com · 9h
Trump and his minions can try and gaslight their base but you can't gaslight bankruptcies.
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ProPublica @propublica.org · 9h
As budget director, Russell Vought has often ignored Congress by … not signing the checks. At other times, he’s been able to take money Congress intended for one thing and use it for something else by justifying it as a “national emergency.” Listen to our latest episode:
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Podcast: Who’s the Shadow President?
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Troy Jackson @troyjackson207.bsky.social · 9h
Eight years ago today, Susan Collins voted to put Brett Kavanaugh on the Supreme Court. Maine women begged her not to. She did it anyway. He helped overturn Roe, and she says she has no regrets.
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Troy Jackson @troyjackson207.bsky.social · 9h
Senator Collins is like an arsonist who helped set the fire and now she wants credit for bringing a cup of water to put it out.
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Governor JB Pritzker @govpritzker.illinois.gov · 04/10/2026
Marimar Martinez was shot five times by a Border Patrol agent and branded a “domestic terrorist” by DHS — all for just warning her neighbors and speaking her truth during Operation Midway Blitz. She deserves true justice and accountability from the federal government.
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David Jolly @davidjolly.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
30 days until the election, and Floridians are fired up, ready for change, and out every weekend knocking doors across our state. There's a place for you in this movement. Join us at davidjolly.com/get-involved.
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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
AI is being used to... -Facilitate online scams -Process health insurance claims, leading to wrongful denials -Price gouge customers via surveillance pricing -Set higher car insurance premiums using personal data The dangers of AI aren’t in some far-off future. They're already here.
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ProPublica @propublica.org · 04/10/2026
Despite having zero experience, ProPublica founded two private schools this year. You probably could, too! Take our quiz to find out just how easy it can be, then share your results with us by tagging @propublica.org.
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Quiz: Where Could You Open a Private School? — ProPublica
Private school requirements vary wildly across states. Take our quiz to find out just how easy starting one can be.
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Roy Cooper @roycoopernc.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
Thank you to everyone out there knocking doors. If you want to get involved, sign up to volunteer at roycooper.com/volunteer.
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Sherrod Brown @sherrodbrownoh.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
Rural Ohioans are getting in the fight and making a difference in this race. I’m grateful for your support and proud to fight for your communities.
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Congressman Greg Casar @repcasar.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
25 kids in one Texas courtroom. 15 with no lawyer. The youngest was 3. One of them, 13-year-old Angel, broke down crying: "I have no one. I have nothing." And it's happening to kids in immigration courts across the country. It's evil.
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Inside the Texas courtroom where toddlers face immigration judges | CNN Politics
Migrant children as young as 2 are showing up at immigration courts nationwide, many without attorneys, to try make their case to stay in the US and avoid deportation.
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Jon Ossoff @ossoff.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Corrupt taxpayer-funded political ads on national television to try to promote the failed and broken president…
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Jacob Soboroff @jacobsoboroff.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
A historic 96-mile protest march is underway, as faith leaders make the multi-day journey from the Adelanto ICE Processing Center in the Mojave Desert, to the Metropolitan Detention Center in downtown Los Angeles. www.youtube.com/watch?v=8fUo...
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Faith leaders make HISTORIC 96-mile pilgrimage to protest ‘EXTREME CONDITIONS’ in ICE detention
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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Hawaii enacted a law that could neuter Citizens United. Montana could soon follow suit via a ballot referendum. Here's what you should know about the plans to get Big Money out of politics — and how they could be replicated where you live.
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Could This Actually End Citizens United?
Montana — yes, deep red Montana — has a plan to effectively neuter Citizens United.No Supreme Court ruling or constituti
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Shawn Harris @shawnforcongress.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Thank you to Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church in Dallas for the warm welcome! The church and city worked together to help the congregation find a new home and continue its ministry. That’s a community taking care of its people. Leadership Matters!
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Jenny Cohn @jennycohn.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
My God. “Brazil election goes to run-off as right-wing Flávio Bolsonaro wins first round” 10/4/26 share.google/98oX9qvRmmBE...
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Brazil heads to runoff presidential election after Bolsonaro, Lula miss majority vote
Sen. Flávio Bolsonaro, an ally of U.S. President Donald Trump, and Brazil’s veteran President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva will face off on Oct. 25 in a runoff election.
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Troy Jackson @troyjackson207.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Another great town hall in the books. Thank you, Ellsworth
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Jenny Cohn @jennycohn.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Lula (president of Brazil) “asked the court to investigate possible support from the Rockbridge Network, a [Peter Thiel-backed] conservative U.S. donor network co-founded by…JD Vance. It said a political organizer tied to the group works at Flávio Bolsonaro’s campaign headquarters...” 10/4/26 …1/
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Lula seeks probe into possible US election interference
Lula’s coalition asked Brazil’s top electoral court to investigate actions benefiting Flávio Bolsonaro, while the Workers’ Party sought a Federal Police inquiry from the Supreme Court.
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PBS News @pbsnews.org · 05/10/2026
Work requirements for some Medicaid beneficiaries begin across the U.S. in January, the result of President Donald Trump's big 2025 tax cut and policy law, and a handful of Republican-led states are imposing tougher rules than the law requires. to.pbs.org/4xQHBc0
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As work requirements kick in for Medicaid, some states are taking a tougher stance
At least six states will require documentation that individuals are too sick to meet Medicaid work requirements kicking in next year. The rules are stricter than what the federal government is requiri...
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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
We’ve seen that American capitalism is one of the harshest forms of capitalism on the planet. How did it get so bad?
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Randy Villegas @villegas4congress.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
Ballots are coming soon. Are you ready?
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Mel Buer @melbuer.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
I would never have been able to get an advanced degree without student loans. The new aggregate loan limits already nuked my chances at switching careers through the MLIS—this new rule would be catastrophic for the working class At this point it wouldn’t be a waste to explore alt. higher ed design
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Troy Jackson @troyjackson207.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Watch my conversation live now with @hcrichardson.bsky.social www.youtube.com/live/UUPCTaN...
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Community Conversation w/ Troy Jackson and Heather Cox Richardson | Solidarity Forever Tour
YouTube video by Troy Jackson for Maine
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Electronic Frontier Foundation @eff.org · 29/09/2026
“We believe [these age verification laws] burden adults’ rights to access lawful speech, that they can destroy people’s ability to be anonymous online, and that they are privacy and data security disasters waiting to happen,” EFF’s @aaronmackey.bsky.social told @penncapital-star.com.
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Pa.'s latest online age verification bill would restrict access to adult content • Pennsylvania Capital-Star
Experts warn that, while such measures may be intended to protect children, they can ultimately wind up burdening adults, posing data privacy concerns, and restricting access to First Amendment-protec...
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