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ACLU @aclu.org · 3h

Bayard Rustin was one of the most influential organizers of the civil rights movement, leading key protests like the 1963 March on Washington for racial justice.

Bayard dedicated his life to fighting for equal rights for the Black community, LGBTQ people, and economic justice.

Black and white photo of Bayard Rustin in a suit sitting at a desk with papers on it. Text on the graphic reads "When an individual is protesting society's refusal to acknowledge his dignity as a human being, his very act of protest confers dignity on him." The quote is attributed to Bayard Rustin, civil rights activist, organizer for the 1963 March on Washington

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Jay Jones @jonesjay.bsky.social · 2d

This race will decide whether we have an Attorney General who defends our freedoms, protects our democracy, and prioritizes the needs of Virginians – or one who takes directives from Donald Trump.

The stakes couldn’t be higher.

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Providence District Democratic Committee @pddc.bsky.social · 1h

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David M. Pumpkins 🎃 @davidmonroe.bsky.social · 3h

I'm not so sure that this wasn't their goal.

The Associated Press @apnews.com · 19h

BREAKING: Journalists exited the Pentagon after refusing to agree to the Trump administration's new restrictions on access.

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The Editorial Board @editorialboard.bsky.social · 2h

Amplifying the wisdom here.

SheiSho @xxriotgrrrrrlxx.bsky.social · 3h

Every chunky white dude in camo who says enough is enough is hugely important right now. These people can break through.

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Providence District Democratic Committee @pddc.bsky.social · 1h

If we want to keep ICE out of our communities (Fairfax County is PROUD of her diversity!) we need a democratic AG like @jonesjay.bsky.social representing our state! (And maybe we’ll learn to like country music 🤭)

The Editorial Board @editorialboard.bsky.social · 3h

In this video, Andrews points out something important. When people think of Christians, they tend to think of the Christian nationalists who cheer on Trump's evil. That makes non-evil Christians like Andrews furious. Others should feel that way too.

P R ∆ J | is making beats for a boring dumb bitch @prajxl.bsky.social · 19h

*adds Bryan Andrews to 'mildly decent white people' playlist*

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Ron Filipkowski @ronfilipkowski.bsky.social · 4h

Mike Johnson has now had the House adjourned for 73 out of the last 85 days.

Epstein Shutdown.

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NBC4 Washington @nbcwashington.com · 5h

Just In: Barack Obama is endorsing Abigail Spanberger in the Virginia governor's race and starring in two new digital ads for her campaign.

"Virginia's elections are some of the most important in the country this year," Obama says in both ads.

Obama endorses Abigail Spanberger in Virginia's race for governor

Barack Obama is endorsing Democratic former Rep. Abigail Spanberger in the Virginia governor's race.

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Providence District Democratic Committee @pddc.bsky.social · 4h

Not engaging with opposition, or engaging with joy, is very frustrating for those trying to provoke! They would like nothing better than to get an angry backlash on film. It’s easy to find joy in these protests, because we are surrounded by like-minded people. Take care on Saturday!! No Kings!

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Craig R. Brittain @craigbrittain.com · 14h

AOC: What Russ Vought and the Trump administration are doing is likely illegal. They think it's about hurting Democrats. What they're doing is hurting Americans. Mike Johnson is choosing to punish the American People, we cannot stand for it and we cannot allow it. It ends today.

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Thomas Zimmer @thomaszimmer.bsky.social · 4d

Sunday reading:

I wrote about the aggrieved extremist who is currently firing thousands of federal workers and ravaging state capacity based on conspiratorial nonsense - and about mainstream media’s infuriating tendency to sanitize Russell Vought and the regime he serves.

This week’s piece:

We need to talk about Russell Vought – But Properly

Why certain mainstream outlets insist on sanitizing Vought as a devout “small government” conservative – and what actually animates his war against pluralistic democracy

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Gary R Simonds @garys79.bsky.social · 4h

Don't let this story die. These are not little boys. This is not in any way acceptable. All these pathetic losers need to be condemned in the strongest language possible by ALL republicans and prevented from ANY political positions for life.
www.politico.com/news/2025/10...

‘I love Hitler’: Leaked messages expose Young Republicans’ racist chat

Thousands of private messages reveal young GOP leaders joking about gas chambers, slavery and rape.

www.politico.com

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Sue Massa @smassa.bsky.social · 4h

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Khashoggi's Ghost @urocklive1.bsky.social · 6h

Good morning! Today would be a great day to call your local TV and radio stations to ask them to please make sure they have a crew covering the No Kings protest on Saturday. Tell them the locations in case they don't know. And tell them you'll be watching for the coverage.

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Shooti @bambooshooti.bsky.social · 1d

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Brava, Terri Lesley! The former director of the Campbell County (Wyoming) Public Library System has won a $700,000 settlement over her dismissal for refusing to censor books addressing sexuality and gender identity.

www.lawcommentary.com/articles/for...

Former Wyoming Library Director Wins $700,000 Settlement After Termination Over LGBTQ+ Book Dispute | Law Commentary

A former Wyoming library director who opposed efforts to restrict access to books with sexual and LGBTQ+ themes will receive $700,000 in a settlement with county officials, ending a two-year legal dis...

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Mueller, She Wrote @muellershewrote.com · 22h

Here's how differently-abled and disabled folks can join No Kings 2: www.mobilize.us/nokings/even...

NO KINGS for Differently-Abled and Disabled Friends · No Kings

**In America, we don’t put up with would-be kings.** Our peaceful movement is only getting bigger and stronger. “NO KINGS” is more than just a slogan—it’s the foundation our nation was built upon. Bo...

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Mueller, She Wrote @muellershewrote.com · 1d

Bring as many American flags to No Kings as you can.

Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 1d

Scalise refers to No Kings as the "Hate America Rally"

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AFT @aft.org · 1d

Bring some friends with you on Saturday!

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Providence District Democratic Committee @pddc.bsky.social · 22h

The state’s AG provides oversight and legal representation to our public universities like George Mason, UVA, William and Mary, JMU, VCU, and Virginia Tech. With Miyares in Trump’s back pocket, we need to ensure Jay Jones wins this election! @fairfaxdemocrats.bsky.social @franconiadems.bsky.social

Indivisible ❌👑 @indivisible.org · 23h

Trump’s “Loyalty Oath” would allow him and his unqualified bureaucrats to run our colleges and universities.

We must demand that our schools reject the regime’s blackmail attempts by committing to uphold freedom of speech and provide an affordable, safe education for all. Take action today. 👇

University Administrations: Reject Trump's "Loyalty Oath" Compacts

The Trump administration is trying to blackmail schools to let him and his unqualified bureaucrats run our schools. They want to dictate what schools teach, who they admit and hire, what researchers s...

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Abigail Spanberger @abigailspanberger.com · 22h

As if our economy hasn't been through enough, Trump's shutdown is now further devastating Virginia's workforce.

Virginians across the Commonwealth are being sent home without pay. It's outrageous, and it's time we elect a Governor who will stand up for Virginia jobs.

Richmond Times-Dispatch @richmond.com · 1d

Virginia will send some state employees home on furlough this week, as the federal government shutdown begins to affect state operations that rely partly on federal money for payroll.

Va. to furlough some state employees paid with federal money

Virginia will send some state employees home on furlough this week, as the federal government shutdown begins to affect state operations that rely partly on federal money for payroll.

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Ezra Levin ❌👑 @ezralevin.bsky.social · 22h

In June, Leah and I closed out the flagship No Kings rally in Philly by leading 100,000 people to recite the Pledge of Allegiance while waving American flags. It's unintentionally revealing how much this regime fears this imagery.

Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 1d

Scalise refers to No Kings as the "Hate America Rally"

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Virginia Democrats @vademocrats.bsky.social · 22h

As Donald Trump attacks Virginia's workforce and economy with his DOGE cuts, Winsome Earle-Sears declared she would help Trump “get the job done” if she were Governor.

That’s not the leadership Virginians deserve.

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Politico @politico.com · 1d

EXCLUSIVE: Thousands of leaked messages show leaders of Young Republican groups joking about gas chambers, slavery and rape in a private Telegram chat.

Inside rising GOP leaders’ racist chats — obtained by POLITICO and spanning more than 7 months👇

‘I love Hitler’: Leaked messages expose Young Republicans’ racist chat

Thousands of private messages reveal young GOP leaders joking about gas chambers, slavery and rape.

www.politico.com

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

“Swear her in! Swear her in!”

#TrumpEpsteinCoverup

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Providence District Democratic Committee @pddc.bsky.social · 1d

Back to the drawing board. This is where we got our start. Find a location that suits you and show up! Bring tea if you must

50501: The People’s Movement ❌👑 @50501movement.bsky.social · 1d

What is happening in Chicago, and other cities across the U.S., is unimaginably horrific—it will forever be a stain on American history.

Do your part to fight back against this by attending a protest this Saturday.

We need to show America—and the rest of the world—that we are done with this shit.

No Kings

As the president escalates his authoritarian power grab, the NO KINGS non-violent movement continues to rise stronger. We are united once again to remind the world: America has No Kings and the power ...

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