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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 22h

Our CEO @skyeperryman.bsky.social joined @jaketapper.bsky.social on @cnn.com tonight to discuss our lawsuit against President Trump and Russ Vought following their illegal firings of federal workers during the government shutdown.

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 1d

President Trump and Elon Musk spent $15 billion to fire 200,000+ federal workers, and now 750,000 more are furloughed without pay.

This was never about efficiency – and we’re making sure everyone knows it.

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 1d

BREAKING: Court blocks Trump-Vance admin’s restrictions on health and housing grants.

This win safeguards critical services for survivors of domestic and sexual violence, LGBTQI+ youth, and unhoused communities.

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Skye Perryman @skyeperryman.bsky.social · 1d

We will see you in court.

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 1d

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 · 1d

President Trump and Elon Musk spent $15 billion to fire 200,000+ federal workers, and now 750,000 more are furloughed without pay.

This was never about efficiency – and we’re making sure everyone knows it.

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Skye Perryman @skyeperryman.bsky.social · 1d

Today’s indictment of NY Attorney General Letitia James appears to be motivated out of a desire to punish anyone who dares to challenge or stand up to the President.

When the law is twisted for personal gain, every citizen’s freedom is at risk.

My full statement ⬇️

Statement by Democracy Forward President & CEO Skye Perryman on President Trump’s Targeting of New York Attorney General Letitia James: - Democracy Forward

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Skye Perryman @skyeperryman.bsky.social · 1d

At @democracyforward.org, we refuse to let book bans become normalized.

Freedom of expression is fundamental to the promise of democracy. And we are committed to protecting it.

Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 2d

Here's how we're fighting book bans in court 📚 ➡️
#BannedBooksWeek

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 2d

We’re investigating the Trump-Vance admin’s “compacts” that would give nine universities preferential treatment and funding in exchange for implementing measures that align with the admin’s ideological agenda.

“This appears to be nothing short of political extortion.” - @skyeperryman.bsky.social

Trump Administration Asks Colleges to Sign ‘Compact’ to Get Funding Preference

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 2d

Here's how we're fighting book bans in court 📚 ➡️
#BannedBooksWeek

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 2d

Wear your support for federal workers loud and proud with our new merch.

Your purchase helps fund our work fighting for the nonpartisan civil service in and out of the courtroom.

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 2d

Great minds think alike! This week, we submitted a FOIA request to compel the release of all raw footage from ICE’s raid at an apartment complex in Chicago.

This is the first step to get justice for the unlawful actions of the Trump-Vance admin.

George Takei @georgetakei.bsky.social · 4d

Someone should do a FOIA request for the raw footage of the videos they took of that Chicago raid and then edited into a fascist ad for ICE.

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Skye Perryman @skyeperryman.bsky.social · 2d

President Trump wishes the courts would stop functioning during the shutdown – but we’ll continue showing up every day to fight for people and communities.

I joined @legalafmtn.bsky.social with the latest on @democracyforward.org's lawsuits:

Trump TRAPPED as LAWSUIT DEMANDS WH Bribe VIDEO RELEASE

YouTube video by Legal AF

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 2d

The American people are fed up with the authoritarian threat to our democracy.

CEO @skyeperryman.bsky.social joined @themts.bsky.social to discuss how we're holding the Trump-Vance admin accountable in court: youtube.com/live/gVMsW0OJRRk?si=pX9xWktXyHRb7dfW&t=1879

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 3d

DHS and ICE have 20 days to produce all raw footage in their possession from the South Shore Chicago apartment complex raid.

Darkness is no longer YOUR ally. We will shed light on your illegal actions.

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 3d

TODAY: SCOTUS heard oral arguments in Bost v. Illinois State Board of Elections to determine whether people running for elected office can challenge laws that count mail-in-ballots received after election day.

This decision could pave the way to restrict vote-by-mail. Learn more. ⬇️

The People’s Guide to the U.S. Supreme Court: 2025-2026 - Democracy Forward

As the Supreme Court begins its 2025–2026 term, this People’s Guide unpacks the key cases to help the public understand what’s at stake and why it matters.

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 3d

We’d also love to know what happened to the $50,000 Tom Homan allegedly took from FBI agents.

Luckily, we’ve sued for the receipts.

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 3d

UPDATE: We filed for emergency relief to block the Trump-Vance admin's plot to facilitate illegal and inaccurate voter roll purges.

Any effort to tamper with election results by denying eligible people their right to vote is a serious threat to our democracy and must be met with swift legal force.

Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 11d

BREAKING: We’re suing the Trump-Vance admin for secretly merging millions of Americans' personal data to create a national database.

Some states are already using this “Big Brother” database to purge voter rolls and open criminal investigations.

It’s illegal. We’re in court to stop it.

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We Hold These Truths @weholdtruths.bsky.social · 4d

“When stories are silenced, so are the lessons they carry.” - @jodipicoult.bsky.social reminding us to defend our right to read, speak, and live our truths

Join us in holding these truths: weholdtruths.org

#WeHoldTheseTruths #BannedBooksWeek

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 4d

Today, the U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments in Chiles v. Salazar, a landmark case arguing that a Colorado ban on harmful anti-LBGTQ+ conversion therapy practices violates free speech.

This decision could have lasting implications for young people across the country. Learn more below👇

The People’s Guide to the U.S. Supreme Court: 2025-2026 - Democracy Forward

As the Supreme Court begins its 2025–2026 term, this People’s Guide unpacks the key cases to help the public understand what’s at stake and why it matters.

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 4d

The Trump-Vance admin is using the civil service to push a political agenda – now going as far as to manipulate emails, in blatant violation of the First Amendment.

We are urging the court to act immediately to stop this flagrant unlawfulness.

Union sues Education Department over manipulation of workers' email messages

NBC News previously reported that department employees found their nonpartisan out-of-office messages were automatically changed to ones criticizing Democrats for the shutdown.

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 4d

It’s the first day of the Supreme Court’s new term. Do you know what’s at stake?

Read our People’s Guide to the 2025-2026 Supreme Court Term to learn about upcoming cases on:

📣 Free speech
👨‍👨‍👧‍👧 Rights of LGBTQI+ and immigrant communities
🗳️ Election integrity
🇺🇸 Checks on presidential power

The People’s Guide to the U.S. Supreme Court: 2025-2026 - Democracy Forward

As the Supreme Court begins its 2025–2026 term, this People’s Guide unpacks the key cases to help the public understand what’s at stake and why it matters.

democracyforward.org

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 5d

Information is power. Banning books threatens free ideas and stifles our democracy.

At Democracy Forward, we’ve taken book bans to court – and won. This #BannedBooksWeek, we pledge to continue the fight against censorship. Because #CensorshipIsSo1984.

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 5d

No one is above the law. The public deserves transparency & accountability from government leaders. We'll be in court to get answers.

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 5d

Patriotism is not reserved for one group or practiced in one particular way.

Fighting for the American people is fighting for a better America. 🇺🇸

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