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We are the Washington State Progressive Caucus (WSPC), a Constituency Caucus of the Washington State Democratic Party. Posts are representative of the values of this Caucus only; likes/follows =/= endorsements.

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Northwest Progressive Institute @nwprogressive.org · 27/02/2026
The Legislature has refused to provide sufficient funding to the Department of Natural Resources for years, so DNR is preparing to close campgrounds. Public services cost money and austerity is bad. Let's fund our parks and campgrounds and cancel these cuts. #waleg
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Some Washington state campgrounds and parks may close permanently this spring
Nineteen sites across the state, 11 in western Washington, could see reduced services or shut down entirely under proposed budget cuts.
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Snohomish County Indivisible @snocoindivisible.bsky.social · 20/02/2026
Town Halls are scheduled for 2/21, 2/23, & 2/24. LD 1, 10, 21, 32, 38, & 44. Please, attend and let your reps know what matters most to you. Our WA legislative season is almost over, let's give them a final push. Find your LD: app.leg.wa.gov/districtfinder Town hall info below
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2026 Town Halls – Washington State House Democrats
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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez @aoc.bsky.social · 06/02/2026
I hope Dems begin to see that moderate or progressive, AIPAC is not our friend. They endorse January 6th insurrectionists. Yet if you so much as suggest the US uphold its own Leahy laws, no matter your record, they will work against you.
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Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 06/02/2026
Mamdani: "I speak of Renee Good, whose final words to the man who murdered her were, 'I'm not mad at you.' I speak of Alex Pretti who died as he lived, caring for the stranger. ICE shot him bc he did something they could never fathom ... let us offer a new path: one of defiance through compassion."
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Rep. Emily Randall @repemilyrandall.bsky.social · 24/01/2026
Lawless DHS agents are out of control. Murdering people in the streets, detaining children on their way home from school, and terrorizing our communities. That's why I voted FUCK NO on the DHS funding package. Secretary Noem must be impeached. We have to stop this fascist takeover of our county.
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The Urbanist @theurbanist.org · 12/01/2026
The University of Washington Center for Human Rights reports that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is still accessing state license data to aid mass deportation, despite state efforts to limit such access. Story: www.theurbanist.org/2026/01/12/u...
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UW Report: Immigration Agents Still Accessing WA Driver Data » The Urbanist
# The University of Washington Center for Human Rights reports that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is still accessing state license data to aid mass deportation, despite state efforts ...
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ACLU of Washington @acluwa.bsky.social · 12/01/2026
When we act together, our collective power is unstoppable. Here's how ⬇️
Light blue graphic with text that reads: "How Washington's legislative session is a concrete time to make change. Advocacy Guide Part 1." A megaphone and the Washington State Capitol are overlaid on a state map. ACLU WA logo is at the bottom.
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Adam Kinzinger @adamkinzinger.substack.com · 11/01/2026
I think it’s important to point out: ICE does NOT have the same authority as a police officer. They do NOT have the power to enforce laws, only to engage in their specific tasks. IE: they don’t do traffic, etc. impeding traffic is not a penalty ICE can enforce against
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Democratic Activists @democratswin.bsky.social · 29/11/2025
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Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 12/11/2025
“When I win, I will immediately bring prices down, starting on Day One"
graphic showing the prices of various food products rising significantly since one year ago
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End Citizens United @endcitizensunited.bsky.social · 29/09/2025
Weekly reminder: corporations aren't people and money isn't free speech.
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Washington State Labor Council AFL-CIO @wslc.bsky.social · 23/09/2025
Lace 'em up. We are ✊ knocking doors and 📞 calling union voters to get the word out about strong pro-worker candidates! Actions start Sept. 27. No such thing as “off-year” elections in the labor movement 🗳️ Volunteer with Labor Neighbor➡️ www.mobilize.us/waaflcio/
Labor Neighbor phone banking & door belling calendar for WSLC candidates, Victoria Hunt LD 5, Edwin Obras LD 33, and Deb Krishnadasan LD 26A list of Door belling events for Victoria Hunt, Edwin Obras, and Deb Krishnadasan for the WSLC AFL-CIOA list of phone banking events for Victoria Hunt, Edwin Obras, and Deb Krishnadasan for the WSLC AFL-CIO
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Your City @yourcityseattle.bsky.social · 22/09/2025
I’m deeply disappointed to learn that Cascade PBS has chosen to eliminate its newsroom and lay off 17 union workers. As a former Crosscut columnist, I believe strongly in long-form, local journalism. Seattle needs a thriving local news ecosystem. #thisisyourcity
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Councilmember Alexis Mercedes Rinck @councilmember-amr.seattle.gov · 21/08/2025
I am demanding the immediate release of Muhammad Zahid Chaudhry, a decorated and disabled veteran, detained during a citizenship interview today. My office has been in contact with the family and are working with Rep. Smith, Sen. Cantwell, and Sen. Murray’s offices to bring Mr. Chaudhry home.
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Guy Oron @guyoron.net · 21/08/2025
Agents have detained Muhammad Zahid Chaudhry, a disabled U.S. military vet and outspoken critic of U.S.-led war, after his naturalization hearing today at the Tukwila, WA ICE office. His wife, Melissa Chaudhry, ran against Rep. Adam Smith last year on a pro-Palestine platform.
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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 16/08/2025
The upward redistribution of wealth over the past 50 years has shifted $80 trillion from the bottom 90% of Americans to the top 1%.  That’s $80 trillion that would have gone into the paychecks of the working class. The greatest trick of all is trickle-down economics.
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Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal @jayapal.house.gov · 03/08/2025
Trump is dismantling the CFPB — an agency that has returned $21 BILLION to consumers and stood up to corporate greed. Democrats used this agency to fight for working people. Republicans are tearing it apart to give back to billionaires. Let’s break down some examples ⬇️
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Ryan Packer @typewriteralley.bsky.social · 18/07/2025
Let's do this!
King County ballot with a voter's pamphlet behind
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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez @aoc.bsky.social · 04/07/2025
Freedom from kings. Freedom from fascism. Power to the people forever. ♥️ Happy Independence Day 🇺🇸
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Your City @yourcityseattle.bsky.social · 16/06/2025
Katie is happy to have the endorsement of the @waprogressives.bsky.social ! WilsonForSeattle.com
The Washington State Progressive Caucus endorses Katie Wilson for Mayor of Seattle.
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Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett @crockett.house.gov · 14/06/2025
The targeted attack on Minnesota state lawmakers, Sen. John Hoffman and Rep. Melissa Hortman, is absolutely horrific. Violence like this has no place in a democracy. I’m praying for their healing, their families, and every public servant who has to wonder if doing their job makes them a target.
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Fix Democracy First @fixdemocracyfirst.bsky.social · 12/06/2025
Find a protest near you on Saturday, June 14th! www.nokings.org #nokings #NoKingsDay
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No Kings
On June 14—Flag Day—Donald Trump wants tanks in the street and a made-for-TV display of dominance for his birthday. A spectacle meant to look like strength. But real power isn’t staged in Washington. ...
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The Intercept @theintercept.com · 11/06/2025
Trying to pass laws to defend protesters’ rights is a lonely battle on Capitol Hill.
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As 75 Democrats Vote to Praise ICE, Ilhan Omar Wants to Hold Police Accountable for Protest Abuses
Trying to pass laws to defend protesters’ rights is a lonely battle on Capitol Hill.
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Rolling Stone @rollingstone.com · 03/06/2025
A new report from @warren.senate.gov details Elon Musk’s reign of corruption in Washington, itemizing 130 dodgy dealings in 130 days. EXCLUSIVE ⤵️
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Elon Musk's Reign of Corruption Chronicled in Elizabeth Warren Report
Warren’s report is focused on Musk’s misuse of political power for personal gain as Donald Trump’s DOGE chief.
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Heather Cox Richardson (TDPR) @hcrichardson.bsky.social · 02/06/2025
June 1, 2025
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June 1, 2025
Even as government agents from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) ramp up their arrests and confrontations, the lug nuts on the wheels of the White House bus continue to loosen.
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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 24/05/2025
Busting up big corporations and tackling Wall Street’s greed. Getting big money out of politics.  Strengthening unions and fighting for higher wages. Medicare for all, paid family leave, universal childcare... This is the progressive populist agenda we need in America.
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Indivisible ❌👑 @indivisible.org · 17/05/2025
As Trump defies courts, ignores the Constitution and punishes dissenters, all while he and his friends get even richer, June 14 needs to be our biggest and most widespread day of protest yet. There are over 700 events planned for No Kings Day. Please join us: www.nokings.org?SQF_SOURCE=i...
A map of the US that shows all of the No Kings events registered for June 14.
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Robert Cruickshank @robertcruickshank.com · 16/05/2025
Excellent op-ed from Seattle's next mayor, Katie Wilson (@wilsonforseattle.bsky.social), listing out five ways to lower housing costs: 1️⃣ Zone for abundant housing 2️⃣ Build social housing 3️⃣ Ban algorithmic price fixing 4️⃣ Regulate rental junk fees 5️⃣ Disincentivize large rent hikes
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Op-Ed: Five Ways to Lower Rents in Seattle - The Urbanist
# Here are five things Seattle leaders could be doing to lower your rent, in observance of Affordable Housing Week.
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Ryan Packer @typewriteralley.bsky.social · 12/05/2025
Just signed: House Bill 1418, which will allow most public transit agencies in Washington to add two voting members to directly represent the interests of transit riders on their governing boards.
Bob Ferguson standing with Jake Fey, Anna Zivarts and Bryce Yadon before signing the bill
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Erica C. Barnett @ericacbarnett.bsky.social · 09/05/2025
ICYMI: Municipal Court Judge Pooja Vaddadi Files Bar Complaint Against City Attorney Ann Davison and Her Former Criminal Chief publicola.com/2025/05/08/m...
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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 08/05/2025
In New York, ICE detained a busload of farmworkers that were actively involved in a union drive. In Washington state, ICE dragged a farmworkers’ rights activist and leader out of his car to detain him. Be warned: attacking unions is a hallmark of fascism.
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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 07/05/2025
Busting up big corporations.  Tackling Wall Street’s greed. Getting big money out of politics.  Strengthening unions and fighting for higher wages. Medicare for all, paid family leave, universal childcare... This is the progressive populist agenda we need in America.
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Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal @jayapal.house.gov · 08/05/2025
ICYMI: I introduced an amendment to prohibit ICE from detaining and deporting U.S. citizens. Every single Republican voted no. Unbelievable. www.newsweek.com/republicans-...
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Republicans vote against move to stop ICE deporting US citizens
One Democratic lawmaker called the situation "bats**t crazy."
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Senator Bernie Sanders @sanders.senate.gov · 02/05/2025
There is a reason why millions of workers want to join unions. There is a reason why greedy corporations oppose unions. Union membership means higher wages and better benefits. Let’s grow the trade union movement.
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Washington State Progressive Caucus @waprogressives.bsky.social · 02/05/2025
Running for office or raising money for campaigns in 2025? Check out the Public Disclosure Commissions resources regarding campaign finance!
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Fix Democracy First @fixdemocracyfirst.bsky.social · 29/04/2025
TONIGHT: Live from the Frontlines: The Fight for Our Democracy with Ari Berman - April 29, 4 pm PT/7 pm ET - Register to join: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi... @workerscircle.bsky.social
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gamera obscura october edition @ohrobin.bsky.social · 29/04/2025
40% of ICE/CBP detainees have their belongings destroyed or (often) stolen by agents. Allegations of mental/physical torture, and sexual abuse of women, girls, and others targeted on the basis of gender have been rampant since ICE's inception in 2003. DHS's continued existence is untenable.
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SEIU Local 925 @seiu925.bsky.social · 29/04/2025
Join us on #MayDay, as we celebrate immigrant workers who are vital to our communities and economy. SEIU members and allies will be out honoring their contributions and the ongoing fight for economic, racial, and immigrant justice. Find more WA actions: bit.ly/WAmayday2025 #WeMakeAmericaWork
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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 29/04/2025
Amazon planned to display cost of Trump's tariffs. Trump complained — Amazon backtracked. This of course comes after Bezos donated to Trump's inauguration and Amazon bought a Melania documentary. And remember that Amazon is being sued by FTC for antitrust violations. Hello?
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katrina471.bsky.social @katrina471.bsky.social · 28/04/2025
@waprogressives.bsky.social wholewashington.org/%F0%9F%8D%8E...
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🍎 Pledge to sign our next initiative - Whole Washington
Happy April Whole Washington! We hope you have a Spring in your step and are ready jump into the latest ways to organize with Whole Washington. Our new monthly meeting schedule has us meeting on the f...
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Ryan Packer @typewriteralley.bsky.social · 09/04/2025
A bunch of folks showed up to the Bothell City Council tonight to speak against a potential resolution affirming Bothell as a welcoming place for LGBTQIA+ people. Here was Bothell Mayor Mason Thompson's response.
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Pete Buttigieg @petebuttigieg.bsky.social · 19/04/2025
This is getting fewer headlines than it should. After coming to power promising to help working people, the president is revealing his real priorities by actively making it easier for banks to rip people off.
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The CFPB Has Been Gutted
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau terminated the positions of 1,406 employees at the congressionally mandated agency.
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Futurewise @futurewise.bsky.social · 17/04/2025
ICYMI: after three years of advocacy from @futurewise.bsky.social and sponsorship by @staterepjuliareed.bsky.social, Washington passed the most significant state-level transit-oriented development mandate in the country with HB 1491. The bill now heads to @governorferguson.bsky.social for signature!
Front of Link rail train with apartment buildings on both sides of the station.
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Fix Democracy First @fixdemocracyfirst.bsky.social · 16/04/2025
TODAY: Fix Democracy First Democracy Happy Hour @ 5 pm PT/8 pm ET - More Like US: How to Reduce Political Divides at Scale with James Coan - Register to join @ bit.ly/DemocracyHap...
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Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Democracy Happy Hour. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.
Grab a drink and come hear about the latest democracy news, ongoing efforts to fix democracy, and actions you can take at our weekly Democracy Happy Hour, Wednesdays @ 5-6:30 pm PT/8-9:30 pm ET.
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Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal @jayapal.house.gov · 11/04/2025
It’s National Library Week, but instead of honoring libraries, library workers, and all they do for our communities, Trump is pulling their funding. That’s unacceptable. www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news...
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Federal funding pulled from WA state libraries
To lose federal funding in addition to likely state funding cuts means it could lead the state library to be funded “at well less than half of what we were last year,” the state librarian says.
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Katie Wilson @wilsonkatieb.bsky.social · 02/04/2025
The notion that taxing the tech oligarchy is somehow a bad idea just got another nail in the coffin today thanks to UW economist Jake Vigdor, who can hardly be accused of progressive partisanship. 🧵 www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news...
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Tax the rich? UW economist calls WA a ‘tax haven like the Cayman Islands’
Professor Jacob Vigdor has conservative bonafides and raised progressives' ire with his past research on the minimum wage. But now he's all in for Washington to tax the rich.
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Fuse Washington @fusewashington.org · 10/04/2025
We believe working people, not corporations, are the heart of our communities. But big corporations like Amazon/Microsoft are actively lobbying for cuts to essential services so they can continue to dodge paying what they owe in taxes. Join us Saturday 04/12 to rally & march on Amazon in Bellevue:
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East King County Rally for Progressive Revenue - Invest in Washington Now
Join us on April 11 in Bellevue to advocate for a fair and just tax code!
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Sen. Adam Schiff @schiff.senate.gov · 09/04/2025
Who in the administration knew about Trump's latest tariff flip flop ahead of time? Did anyone buy or sell stocks, and profit at the public’s expense? I'm writing to the White House — the public has a right to know.
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State Representative Julia Reed @staterepjuliareed.bsky.social · 08/04/2025
Happy fiscal cutoff day! This is the last day for bills that are not otherwise deemed "Necessary to Implement the Budget" to pass out of a fiscal committee (Appropriations, Ways and Means, Transportation, or House Capital Budget). Tomorrow we'll be heading back to full time floor action! #waleg
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