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Deb Turi-Smith

@debturismith.bsky.social

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Relentlessly Resisting. NJ Democrat, Team Pelosi* *Team Andy Kim* *Action Together NJ *, Team Mikie Sherrill *Never Trump or any minions; Retired Social Worker, Episcopalian; Above all, be kind. (Twitter @SmithTuri -DTS Resists)

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Deb Turi-Smith @debturismith.bsky.social · Mar 22

15 years ago, I worked diligently to help pass the Affordable Care Act. As a hospital oncology social worker I saw the tremendous health disparities due to those who were uninsured. One of my patients. Who I will call “Dee”, was a tragic example. Thread🧵1)

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leftynavyseal.bsky.social @leftynavyseal.bsky.social · 1d

Politico: At a hearing yesterday to get Abrego Garcia out of immigration prison, his lawyers proved that ICE has made desultory attempts to deport him to Ghana, Uganda, and Eswaitini, all of whom refused. It’s all about ICE Barbie vowing Abrego Garcia would never walk the streets of America.

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DemCast USA @demcast.com · 17h

Senator Bernie Sanders has a message for Speaker Johnson.

The No Kings Rally on October 18 is not a "hate America" rally.
It's a rally of millions of people who believe in American freedom.

Go to nokings.org and find a location near you to join the movement, 10/18.

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Shari in AZ🌵 @mutsy67.bsky.social · 16h

Últimos días para registrarte y votar en estas elecciones. La fecha límite es el 14 de octubre. No te quedes fuera, participa y haz que te escuchen.

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The Tennessee Holler @thetnholler.bsky.social · 1d

Imagine that

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Isabel Santos @isabelsantos.bsky.social · 17h

Epstein probe is emerging as a potential catalyst for a GOP break from Trump. Several Republican lawmakers are urging the release of Epstein files, citing concerns about sexual violence—earning rare praise from Democrats and signaling possible tension with White H.
www.rawstory.com/jeffrey-epst...

Epstein probe ‘the gateway’ to sparking major GOP break from Trump: Dem lawmaker

As tensions over the ongoing Jeffrey Epstein probe continue to roil Republican House leadership, a group of GOP lawmakers are holding firm in demanding the release of files on the disgraced financier,...

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CajunBlueAZ ⚜️🇺🇸 🇺🇦 @cajunblue.bsky.social · 1d

🚨🚨🚨Fake ICE reporting site reports to ICE. Be warned:

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Aunty Em @everycourthouse.bsky.social · 20h

And military families are visiting food banks just to survive.
www.military.com/daily-news/2...

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Santiago Mayer @santiagomayer.com · 14d

Name another Democrat that gets this treatment and then tell me again how Kamala’s career is over.

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Shari in AZ🌵 @mutsy67.bsky.social · 16h

Stripping away hard-fought benefits from those who dedicated their lives to our communities isn’t “fiscal responsibility”—it’s a cruel betrayal. New Jersey deserves leaders who respect workers, not politicians who balance budgets on the backs of retirees.
#VoteNJ for Mikie Sherrill

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TommasinaResist⚜️🇨🇦🦋🐈‍⬛🇺🇦 @tommasinaresist.bsky.social · 1d

New Orleans has been selected as an Anchor City for No Kings Oct 18!

It means our event is getting a boost from our partners at Indivisible National-extra resources, support, & guidance-to make this our biggest yet! Lafitte Greenway at 3:30 PM
Click to register!
#USDemocracy #Voices4Victory

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Our rights were never given — they were won. From the ballot box to the picket line, generations of Americans have fought to secure fundamental freedom and dignity for all of us. On 10/18/25 there w...

www.mobilize.us

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Peggy Stuart @peggystuart.bsky.social · 19h

Looking for something to do today? Coming up shortly:

act.gavinnewsom.com/event/erra-c...

Join a Virtual Phone Bank

Join us for a virtual phone bank and talk to voters for Prop 50.

act.gavinnewsom.com

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strea3m.bsky.social @strea3m.bsky.social · 21h

Trump & MAGA are rigging elections to stay in power by stealing congressional seats in TX & other GOP states.

Californians are rallying behind Prop 50 to counter Trump’s cheating.

Let's stay alert & defend democracy!

Vote #YesOnProp50 today & return your ballot ASAP (latest by Nov 4).

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Silver Spring Progressive Action @sspaction1.bsky.social · 1d

The Nov election’s near! Help flip the VA Governor seat & grow the House of Delegates. Join our phone bank on 10/13 at 6:30pm ET to call VA voters & support @abigailspanberger.com & @staceycarrollva.bsky.social. Let’s make VA bluer! Sign up:

www.mobilize.us/mobilize/eve...

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The Tennessee Holler @thetnholler.bsky.social · 1d

Amazing what happens when you give the guy a plane

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Shari in AZ🌵 @mutsy67.bsky.social · 1d

La fecha límite para registrarte para votar es el 14 de octubre. No pierdas la oportunidad de participar y hacer tu voz escuchada en las elecciones. Regístrate hoy y asegúrate de que tu voto cuente.

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Deb Turi-Smith @debturismith.bsky.social · 1d

Friend, sending you live a d prayers for strength during this really hard time. May you be surrounded by skilled and compassionate caregivers. 🙏🏼

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Eric Engle @ezwv.bsky.social · 2d

I stand with Professor @mark-bray.bsky.social and his family as they are targeted by TurningPointUSA and other far-right fascist sympathizers. I’m sorry the Bray family feels (justifiably) that they must leave this country for safety. I am an antifascist and proud of it. #ANTIFA

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Deb Turi-Smith @debturismith.bsky.social · 2d

Omg, wasn’t that a tell all?

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Shari in AZ🌵 @mutsy67.bsky.social · 2d

Mikie Sherrill respects hard work, family values, and economic growth. Her commitment to accountability, public safety, and good-paying jobs aligns with New Jersey’s proud traditions. She’s a leader who honors our values while moving us forward.

#VoteNJ

English-language campaign ad for Mikie Sherrill, candidate for Governor of New Jersey. She smiles in front of a collage of eight photos showing community engagement. Captions include: “Fighting for affordability,” “Puts New Jersey families first,” “On a mission to get things done,” “Fighting for opportunity,” “Dedicated to service,” “Real leadership with connection,” and “Standing for workers’ rights.” Bottom text reads “Elect MIKIE SHERRILL For Governor of New Jersey.” Social media handles appear on the right.

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Deb Turi-Smith @debturismith.bsky.social · 2d

Thank you! I am with you on the work! 🙌🏼💙🙌🏼

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Shari in AZ🌵 @mutsy67.bsky.social · 2d

¿Estás registrado para votar? La fecha límite en Nueva Jersey es el 14 de octubre. Es simple, rápido y esencial para que tu voz sea escuchada. No te quedes fuera, regístrate ahora y participa en las elecciones. #VotaNJ #VoteNJ

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Deb Turi-Smith @debturismith.bsky.social · 2d

After the Trump regime illegally leaked her unredacted military file to Jack Ciattarelli’s ally, Mikie Sherrill thanks veterans nationwide for standing in solidarity.

She makes one thing clear: no veteran’s private records should ever be weaponized for politics. #VoteNJ

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Deb Turi-Smith @debturismith.bsky.social · 2d

New Jersey deserves leaders who put people over politics. Our Democratic candidates for State Assembly ＆ Senate are fighting for safer communities, stronger schools, affordable healthcare, ＆ protecting freedoms. Let’s elect reps who’ll deliver for every NJ family. #VoteNJ

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Athena Gabriel ❌👑 @athenagabriel.bsky.social · 2d

Why does Prop 50 matter? Texas lawmakers redrew maps to steal seats. Gene Wu explains why a #YESon50 vote means defending our democracy, fair representation, and immigrant communities. We must not let the trump regime carve away power.

Let’s do this California! 🙌

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