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Virginia Democrats @vademocrats.bsky.social · 14h

If elected Governor, Winsome Earle-Sears has made clear she will always put her loyalty to Donald Trump ahead of Virginians, even when it’s wrong for the Commonwealth.

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Rich Raho @richraho.bsky.social · 17h

Chicago priest Fr. Larry Dowling describes procession to ICE facility: “No one had the courage to speak directly to us. No one from Homeland Security could stand in the presence of the Monstrance holding the Blessed Sacrament. No wonder. Evil is repelled, recoils in the presence of Christ.”

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Abigail Spanberger @abigailspanberger.com · 18h

DOGE 2.0 is here. Thousands of Virginians have already lost their jobs — and now the Trump Administration is using his shutdown to fire even more.

This is outrageous.

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Governor JB Pritzker @govpritzker.illinois.gov · 19h

Texas is preparing emergency resources for wildfires and floods. The Texas National Guard should be THERE — not in Illinois.

We stand ready to support their return home so they are best positioned for helping Texans respond to any natural disasters.

Abbott activates emergency resources ahead of growing wildfire threat, flood risk in Texas

With expected growing wildfire danger across Texas and the potential for a flood risk this weekend, Gov. Greg Abbott is activating more state emergency response resources Friday.

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Sam Shirazi @samshirazi.bsky.social · 20h

Reflection of current politics little discussion of what Virginia AG actually does

Increasingly important role in suing (or not suing) Presidential administration

Virginia has not joined lawsuits brought by Dem AGs

Also provides legal advice to state agencies and defends them

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Abigail Spanberger @abigailspanberger.com · 21h

Right now, with the stroke of a pen, reproductive rights could be taken away in Virginia — if we elect Winsome Earle-Sears as Governor.

It’s unacceptable. Reproductive healthcare decisions should stay between a woman, her family, and her doctor. Full stop.

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

EL PASO — a family says ICE showed up at their house looking for migrants and shot and KILLED THEIR DOG, then didn’t help them as the agent ran away and was not identified.

kfoxtv.com/news/local/e...

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Hakeem Jeffries @hakeem-jeffries.bsky.social · 1d

Day 11 of the Republican Shutdown.

Donald Trump is back on the golf course.

House Republicans have cancelled votes for a third straight week.

And Democrats are continuing the fight to protect your healthcare.

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

“YOU hit HER.”

CHICAGO - Trump’s ICE goons ram into a passing car after snatching someone, then brutally drag the female driver of the car they hit out of her car with guns drawn and arrest her too. (Her brother says she’s a citizen)

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Sen. Danica Roem @pwcdanica.bsky.social · 1d

This is a choice made by rich people who don‘t live paycheck to paycheck that’s inflicted upon people who do.

This is a choice to intentionally fire public servants, many of whom live and work here in Virginia, from an administration that just wanted the pretext to do it anyway.

PBS News @pbsnews.org · 1d

The White House budget office said Friday that mass firings of federal workers have started in an attempt to exert more pressure on Democratic lawmakers as the government shutdown continues. https://to.pbs.org/3KRpD6d

'RIFs have begun.' Vought announces start of mass firings during government shutdown

The White House budget office said Friday that mass firings of federal workers have started in an attempt to exert more pressure on Democratic lawmakers as the government shutdown continues.

www.pbs.org

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Abigail Spanberger @abigailspanberger.com · 2d

Winsome Earle-Sears — that is, in fact, discrimination.

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Team Spanberger @teamspanberger.bsky.social · 2d

THE TRUTH: This year, Virginia fell from #1 on CNBC’s “Top States for Business” rankings due to Trump’s tariffs and job cuts that Sears supports.

Virginia’s economy is worse off now as a result of Sears’ tenure as Lieutenant Governor.

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Dave Weigel @daveweigel.bsky.social · 2d

AS: My opponent has also previously said that she thinks it’s okay for someone to be fired from their job for being gay. That is discrimination.

WES: That’s not discrimination! (2/2)

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Dave Weigel @daveweigel.bsky.social · 2d

An exchange in tonight's VA Gov debate:

AS: My opponent has previously said that she does not think gay couples should be allowed to marry.

WES: That’s not discrimination!

AS: She said that she is, quote-unquote, morally opposed to same-sex marriage.

WES: That’s not discrimination! (1/2)

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Ghazala Hashmi @senatorhashmi.bsky.social · 2d

I look forward to the years ahead working together on our shared goals to lower costs for working families, protect access to affordable health care, and strengthen our schools by investing in education.

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Ghazala Hashmi @senatorhashmi.bsky.social · 2d

Tonight makes it clear there is only one candidate with the poise and dedication to Virginia’s values that make her fit to be Governor — @abigailspanberger.com

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Democrats @democrats.org · 2d

Early voting for @abigailspanberger.com is already underway, Virginia!

A graphic that says 'Vote for Spanberger for governor of Virginia' in bold, large text with a map of Virginia, promoting Election Day on November 4, 2025. Abigail Spanberger, in a business suit, smilies at the camera.

IWillVote.com is at the bottom.

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Joe Tennant @josephtennant.bsky.social · 2d

I hate likeability politics but the constant interrupting was so off-putting it might turn voters off. That was absurdly rude and disruptive.

Sam Shirazi @samshirazi.bsky.social · 2d

My Virginia debate hot take

Don’t think was game changer either way

Spanberger played it safe while Earle-Sears was aggressive bc behind

Spanberger on defensive regarding Jones’ texts

Earle-Sears comments about same-sex marriage will be used by Dems but not sure moves dials

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Joe Tennant @josephtennant.bsky.social · 2d

Did Winsome Earl-Sears just say that firing people for being gay isn't discrimination??!? That's so deeply bigoted it's wild to hear it from a politician in 2025.

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Marcus Simon @marcussimon.com · 2d

Winsome Sears is unhinged and doing her best Trump impression in this debate. Abigail Spanberger is remarkably poised and disciplined. The contrast is undeniable. Only one candidate is fit for office, Abigail Spanberger!

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Josh Thomas @jetforva.bsky.social · 2d

Last week, I welcomed @gabbygiffords.bsky.social to Manassas! Her resilience is admirable as she continues to show up for Dems and advocate for safer communities.

I look forward to passing common sense gun reform next year with @abigailspanberger.com as governor.

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Josh Thomas @jetforva.bsky.social · 3d

From the Tapas & More fundraiser for Georgetown South to the Manassas Latino Fest, Team Thomas has had a great time celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month!

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Senator Tim Kaine @kaine.senate.gov · 4d

I was proud to work across the aisle in 2019 to pass legislation that President Trump himself signed to guarantee backpay to federal workers in the event of a shutdown. If OMB chooses thuggish intimidation tactics over following the law, it better prepare to face the American people in court.

Axios @axios.com · 5d

SCOOP: Furloughed federal workers aren't guaranteed compensation for their forced time off during the government shutdown, according to a draft White House memo described to Axios by three sources.

Scoop: White House memo says furloughed federal workers aren't entitled to backpay

A move to deny backpay to up to 750,000 furloughed workers would dramatically escalate Trump's pressure on Democrats to end the shutdown.

www.axios.com

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Sen. Danica Roem @pwcdanica.bsky.social · 6d

During the last two days, we’ve had devastating deaths in the greater Prince William area, including 15-year-old Candis King (Colgan HS student and daughter of Del. Candi Mundon King and Fairfax County deputy sheriff Joshua King) and Cheryl Macias, co-chair of the Manassas Manassas Park Democrats.

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Team Spanberger @teamspanberger.bsky.social · 7d

Scenes from today’s canvass launch in Spotsylvania with @jcole4va.bsky.social, @nicole4delegate.bsky.social, and @forrestmiller4va.bsky.social 📸

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