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Sarah Weinman @sarahweinman.com · 4h

Been wrong before but demolishing part of the White House while prices rise, the government is shut down, and health premiums are about to go through the roof? Might break through

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American Opposition @americanopposition.org · 23h

Heads up: We will be calling for a National Economic Blackout on Black Friday (11/28). Please join us as we suspend all economic activity on the most important shopping day of the year. Spread the word about Black(out) Friday.

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Anita Somani District 8 OH @anitamd.bsky.social · 3d

Birth control and abortions DON’T increase your risk for breast cancer. Swipe through this week’s #funfactfriday for everything you need to know about breast cancer.

Anita Somani District 8 OH @anitamd.bsky.social · 3d

October is #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth, so as an OB/GYN, I wanted to share some facts about it. Did you know that scientists are developing breast cancer vaccines? Or that regular mammograms vastly increase your chance of survival?

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Anita Somani District 8 OH @anitamd.bsky.social · 5d

However, an outright ban is not the way to approach this issue. #hemp #smallbusiness

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Anita Somani District 8 OH @anitamd.bsky.social · 5d

We should be regulating intoxicating hemp products like we do other intoxicating substances, which means products need to be clearly marked so that consumers understand the ingredients in them. They also shouldn’t be available to those under the age of 21.

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Anita Somani District 8 OH @anitamd.bsky.social · 7d

Happy Indigenous Peoples’ Day! I am proud to celebrate and honor the contributions, cultures, and communities of all Native American Ohioans. I will continue to ensure that everyone is welcomed and supported here in Ohio.

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Anita Somani District 8 OH @anitamd.bsky.social · 9d

I will continue to support our youth, driving progress in our communities, building a strong Ohio for all. #internationaldayofthegirl

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Anita Somani District 8 OH @anitamd.bsky.social · 9d

Every year on October 11, the global community comes together to celebrate International Day of the Girl. Today recognizes the commitment towards creating opportunities for girls to have their voices heard on the global stage.

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Anita Somani District 8 OH @anitamd.bsky.social · 10d

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Anita Somani District 8 OH @anitamd.bsky.social · 10d

On #WorldMentalHealthDay, I wanted to shed some light on the state of mental health in our state and our country. We need to invest more money into improving access to mental health care, especially in marginalized communities.

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Anita Somani District 8 OH @anitamd.bsky.social · 13d

Early in-person and mail voting begins today for the November 4th election! Voting is one of the most fundamental rights that we have. Have a plan to vote and make your voice heard!

Visit www.ohiosos.gov/elections/vo... to view your county’s early-voting information. #vote #democracy

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Anita Somani District 8 OH @anitamd.bsky.social · 15d

Ahead of the October 6th deadline, make sure you’re registered to vote in the November 4th election. Make your voice heard, visit voteohio.gov to get started! #vote #democracy

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Anita Somani District 8 OH @anitamd.bsky.social · 17d

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Anita Somani District 8 OH @anitamd.bsky.social · 17d

You’ve probably heard that the federal government is shut down. Trump is trying to blame Democrats for this, but the reality is, Republicans have refused to do their jobs. This #funfactfriday, I’m breaking down why this is happening, and what to expect in the coming weeks. #shutdown #aca #healthcare

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Anita Somani District 8 OH @anitamd.bsky.social · 18d

Thank you to all those who came out to Sen. Liston’s and my town hall last night! I always enjoy being able to talk to constituents about the issues most important to them. #townhall #redistricting #statebudget

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Anita Somani District 8 OH @anitamd.bsky.social · 18d

I was so grateful to receive the Honored Luminary award at the 2025 Infant Vitality Advocacy Day. Ohio can and should do more to address the infant and maternal mortality crisis in our state. I will continue to fight at the Statehouse for more funding to support our mothers and babies.

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Anita Somani District 8 OH @anitamd.bsky.social · 18d

Today is the start of Yom Kippur, a day observed by many as a time for personal reflection and renewal. Wishing a peaceful day and meaningful fast to all those who celebrate!

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Anita Somani District 8 OH @anitamd.bsky.social · 19d

Today, I had the opportunity to speak to the Columbus Urban League Young Professionals on their Statehouse advocacy day. It was so great to get to talk to young people who are interested in advocacy about how they have the power to make a change!

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Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 21d

Pritzker: "In any other country, if federal agents fired upon journalists & protesters when unprovoked what would we call it? If officials marched down streets harassing civilians & demanding their papers, what would we say? I don't think we'd have trouble calling it what it is: authoritarianism"

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Governor JB Pritzker @govpritzker.illinois.gov · 20d

In any other country, if federal agents fired upon journalists when unprovoked — what would we call it?

If federal agents marched down streets demanding papers — what would we say?

Authoritarianism — let’s not pretend it’s something else when it happens in our American cities.

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Anita Somani District 8 OH @anitamd.bsky.social · 24d

It will take ALL of us to end gerrymandering and get Ohioans the fair maps they deserve. #endgerrymandering #fairmapsnow

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Anita Somani District 8 OH @anitamd.bsky.social · 24d

Come down to the Statehouse next week and share your thoughts on fair maps! The Joint Committee on Redistricting has announced another public hearing Tuesday, September 30th at 9am in the House Finance Hearing Room (Room 313).

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Anita Somani District 8 OH @anitamd.bsky.social · 24d

HB347 and HB324 are designed to hurt women because they are based on misinformation and propaganda. They also ignore the will of Ohioans who overwhelmingly support reproductive rights. #reprorights #abortion #prochoice

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Anita Somani District 8 OH @anitamd.bsky.social · 26d

We need targeted and state-funded property tax relief now. It’s far past time to implement these bipartisan solutions. Our schools, communities, and homeowners are relying on us. #OhioTaxes #PropertyTaxes #TaxRelief #HousingAffordability

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