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John Lira @liraforcongress.bsky.social · 13h

Today is Election Day.

Your voice matters and your vote matters.
Make a plan, head to the polls, and bring a friend. When you show up to vote, every community wins.

#TX35 #TeamLira #GoVote #ElectionDay

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Latino Victory @latinovictoryus.bsky.social · 2d

Today we honor those who came before us.

Their courage, their love, and their sacrifices built the path we walk today.
We carry their light forward — in our culture, our community, and our commitment to shaping a brighter future for all.
Hoy y siempre, honramos su legado.

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John Lira @liraforcongress.bsky.social · 3d

Proud to support Circle of Arms at their food distribution event for furloughed families and SNAP recipients.

Team Lira joined volunteers to help distribute essentials and stand with families facing uncertainty. This is what community looks like.

#TX35 #TeamLira #CommunityFirst #TexasStrong

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John Lira @liraforcongress.bsky.social · 3d

A few more photos from the Schertz Farmers Market. Great conversations with local vendors and neighbors who keep our communities strong. Supporting local means investing in each other.

#TX35 #TeamLira #ShopLocal #SmallBusiness

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John Lira @liraforcongress.bsky.social · 3d

Great morning at the farmers market connecting with local vendors and neighbors. Events like this keep small businesses strong and bring our communities closer together.

#TX35 #TeamLira #ShopLocal #SmallBusiness

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John Lira @liraforcongress.bsky.social · 5d

While politicians in Washington play games, real people are hurting. Our communities are hurting. Children will go hungry.

It’s time for Democrats and Republicans to get back to work and do their job.

#TX35 #TeamLira #LiraForCongress

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John Lira @liraforcongress.bsky.social · 5d

Thank you to everyone who joined us in D.C. It was great to connect, share ideas, and hear your encouragement.

Your support gives us the energy to keep building momentum for Texas 35. Grateful for this community and our shared mission.

#TX35 #TeamLira #LiraForCongress

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John Lira @liraforcongress.bsky.social · 9d

This morning I ran the 50th Marine Corps Marathon in D.C., my 10th marathon and a special one during the Marine Corps’ 250th year.

Running, like serving, takes perseverance and purpose. Grateful for Michelle and everyone cheering from Texas 35.

#TX35 #TeamLira #MarineCorpsMarathon #SemperFi

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Jordan Wood @jordanwood.bsky.social · 10d

Today is the two year anniversary of the devastating mass shooting in my hometown of Lewiston.

Proud to stand together with gun safety advocates this afternoon to remember the victims, grieve their loss, and work to make sure a tragedy like this will never happen again. #LewistonStrong

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Politico @politico.com · 9d

Sen. Chris Murphy says Trump prefers the government to be shutdown.

“[Trump] likes the fact that the government is closed because he thinks he can exercise king like-powers,” he told CNN's Jake Tapper.

'King-like powers': Chris Murphy says Trump prefers the government to remain closed

The government is heading into its fourth week of a shutdown.

www.politico.com

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Rep. Mike Levin @levin.house.gov · 10d

Just some of what the administration did this week while many Americans struggle to afford basic necessities:

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Democrats @democrats.org · 9d

It’s day 26 of the government shutdown.

Republicans are still refusing to come to the table to negotiate about Americans’ health care.

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Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 9d

Gallego: "It's murder. It's very simple. If this president feels they are doing something illegally, then he should be using the Coast Guard. If this is an act of war, then you use our military and then you come and talk to us first. But this is murder ... it's disgusting."

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John Lira @liraforcongress.bsky.social · 10d

Great to see so many come together at the Tejano Democrats Convention Gala. The speakers were inspiring, and it was an honor to hear from all the speakers!

Thank you to the Tejano Democrats and their teams for hosting such a great convention. #TX35 #TeamLira #TejanoDemocrats

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John Lira @liraforcongress.bsky.social · 12d

Day one of the 2025 Tejano Democrats Convention is in the books. Great to see friends from across Texas and feel the energy in the room.

These conventions are where we share ideas, build strategies, and strengthen our communities. Looking forward to the next two days.

#TX35 #TejanoDemocrats

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John Lira @liraforcongress.bsky.social · 14d

Honored to share my story with the San Antonio Express-News about why I’m running to keep Texas’ new 35th Congressional District blue and to fight for San Antonio’s South, East, and Southeast Sides that deserve a stronger voice in Washington.

Thank you to the Express-News team.
Read here:

www.expressnews.com

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John Lira @liraforcongress.bsky.social · 17d

What an incredible day marching with so many from across the district. The San Antonio march was a powerful, peaceful show of solidarity and democracy.

Your energy today makes this fight to represent you in Congress even stronger.

#TX35 #TeamLira #TexasStrong

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John Lira @liraforcongress.bsky.social · 17d

Across Texas, people are standing up to remind us of a simple truth: in America, we have no kings.

Great to be with our neighbors in Cibolo this morning. Next stop, Downtown San Antonio at 4 p.m. District 35, bring your best sign and join us.

#NoKings #TX35 #TeamLira

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John Lira @liraforcongress.bsky.social · 17d

Had a great evening with the Democratic Club of Guadalupe County and the Guadalupe County Democrats Candidate Roundup. Grateful to meet so many energized Texans ready to build a stronger future together.

#TX35 #TeamLira #TexasStrong

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John Lira @liraforcongress.bsky.social · 18d

This campaign isn’t about one person. It’s about all of us, families, workers, and neighbors building a stronger Texas together.
Join Team Lira and help make a difference:

www.liraforcongress.com/volunteer

#TX35 #TeamLira #TexasStrong

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John Lira @liraforcongress.bsky.social · 20d

When government shuts down, families pay the price.

It’s payday, but thousands of federal workers won’t get paid. We need leaders who put people before politics.

#TX35 #TeamLira #TexasStrong

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John Lira @liraforcongress.bsky.social · 21d

Deploying National Guard troops to another state with 24 hours’ notice is unacceptable. It tears them from their families for political stunts and disrespect.

As a Marine veteran, I know our troops deserve better. Military City USA deserves better.

#TX35 #TeamLira #TexasStrong

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John Lira @liraforcongress.bsky.social · 22d

Today we celebrate 250 years of the United States Navy, steadfast guardians of freedom at sea and proud partners to every Marine who has ever served. Here’s to generations of courage, service, and sacrifice.

#USNavy250 #SemperFi #TX35 #ServiceBeforeSelf

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John Lira @liraforcongress.bsky.social · 22d

Grateful for a Sunday spent with our communities across Texas. From the Church Train in San Antonio, to the Soles Walking 4 Souls Fentanyl Awareness Walk, to the Gala of Valor in Austin honoring our veterans, each event was a reminder of why I’m running to serve.

#TX35 #TeamLira #LiraForCongress

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John Lira @liraforcongress.bsky.social · 24d

Thank you to everyone in Wilson County for an incredible day at the Floresville Peanut Festival. I enjoyed meeting so many of you and listening to your stories. Grateful for your time, your voices, and your Texas spirit. #TX35 #WilsonCounty #TeamLira

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