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Abbie Kamin @abbiekamin.bsky.social · 8h

This isn’t just about the #Pride Flag, it’s about the American flag.

#Houston’s the most diverse city in the nation. We shouldn’t cower to wanna-be Trumps like Abbott trampling on cities.

I’m calling on residents & local businesses to fly our flags proudly.
www.houstonchronicle.com/politics/tex...

Metro to remove pride crosswalk after Greg Abbott threatens to withhold funding

He threatened to withhold road funding from cities and counties if they do not remove “political ideologies” from their streets.

www.houstonchronicle.com

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Abbie Kamin @abbiekamin.bsky.social · Aug 29

Move in day in our dorms at @tulaneu.bsky.social was evacuation day #Katrina

Tragedy unfolded. The failure of govt at every level changed me-I was in the Astrodome volunteering as the buses arrived. It’s why I went into government.

#NOLA still has my soul

www.houstonchronicle.com/projects/202...

Photos from 20 years ago show life inside the Astrodome after Hurricane Katrina

Photos show what the Astrodome looked like 20 years ago when it was transformed into a shelter for more than 25,000 people displaced by Hurricane Katrina.

www.houstonchronicle.com

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Abbie Kamin @abbiekamin.bsky.social · Aug 22

Concrete batch plants do not belong next to schools.

Today I joined families protesting the dangerous concrete plant that resumed operations next to early childhood centers. I’m working to facilitate a meeting for parents w/ TXDOT (using the plant for highway construction).

I’m with these parents.

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Abbie Kamin @abbiekamin.bsky.social · Aug 20

I’m joining 100s of experts around the U.S. to publicly testify at @EPA to OPPOSE repeal of Greenhouse Gas regulations (The Endangerment Finding and vehicle regulations under Clean Air Act).

Tell them to protect our kids’ lungs and our families from #ClimateChange at EPA.gov

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Abbie Kamin @abbiekamin.bsky.social · Aug 5

Thank you @whitehouse.senate.gov for visiting us in #Houston to continue the fight for affordable home insurance.

Insurance costs are skyrocketing bc of #ClimateChange. Residents are boxed into policies w/ soaring premiums and often can’t get new plans.

Meanwhile extreme weather is increasing.

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NPR @npr.org · Jul 28

Congress eliminated public media funding, and the president signed it into law. At a time of deep division, public media brings us together.

Help keep it strong. Join our monthly donors today: n.pr/458sOhq

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Abbie Kamin @abbiekamin.bsky.social · Jul 26

As an attorney I’m sounding the alarm against #TXlege intentional discriminatory redistricting scheme.

I’ve formally submitted testimony to the State House Committee on Redistricting

You can testify:
🏫in person at @uh.edu Sat, 7/26: bit.ly/July26Redist...

📧 in writing: bit.ly/July26WrittenComment

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Abbie Kamin @abbiekamin.bsky.social · Jul 14

Happy #713Day #Htown

a city skyline with the word houston in white

ALT: a city skyline with the word houston in white

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Abbie Kamin @abbiekamin.bsky.social · Jul 5

As our collective hearts in Texas are with every single family impacted by the devastating #kerrflood in the Hill Country. The nightmare is not over.

One of the missing girls from Camp Mystic includes #DistC Sinclair student Greta Toranzo.

Please call with any information. Share with others.

Abbie Kamin @abbiekamin.bsky.social · Jun 15

Political violence is unAmerican. Dangerous rhetoric casually thrown around must stop.

MN Speaker Emerita Hortman and her husband have been assassinated in their home. State Sen. Hoffman and his wife shot, seriously injured in theirs.

This wasn’t the first.

www.statesman.com/story/news/l...

Texas DPS arrests man in connection with threat against lawmakers at 'No Kings' protest

The Texas Department of Safety has arrested a man in connection with a “credible threat toward state legislators” attending Saturday's protest.

www.statesman.com

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Abbie Kamin @abbiekamin.bsky.social · Jun 14

Today’s peaceful #NoKing protests are a reminder of what and who #Houston is, and our message of democracy and freedom.

As we welcomed 15k+ people to City Hall, it was my privilege to introduce our veterans at today’s rally and recognize volunteers, organizers, labor, and public safety personnel.

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Abbie Kamin @abbiekamin.bsky.social · Jun 14

We’re in this together (mine’s been out over a week too and parking is a nightmare). Please email my office your 311 case no. and we’ll escalate to the department for you, as we are for others around the district.

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Abbie Kamin @abbiekamin.bsky.social · Jun 14

Welp.

The New York Times @nytimes.com · Jun 14

The National Weather Service issued its first-ever heat advisory in Alaska on Friday.

Alaska Weather Office Issues Its First Heat Warning

Forecasters said it might hit 85 degrees in Fairbanks this weekend. The Weather Service has changed how it issues warnings there.

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Abbie Kamin @abbiekamin.bsky.social · Jun 13

I did not have US Senator forced to the floor and handcuffed at cabinet member presser or war with Iran on today’s bingo card.

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Abbie Kamin @abbiekamin.bsky.social · Jun 9

I'm being told by eyewitnesses #ICE is waiting in hallways of #Houston immigration courts to arrest individuals when cases are *dismissed* due to a loophole. If you're an attorney (Spanish fluency preferred) and can volunteer time at the courthouse to help families please email [email protected]

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Abbie Kamin @abbiekamin.bsky.social · Jun 6

IFYKYK: Traveling with your little ones can be hard, going to the bathroom shouldn’t be.

Family-friendly child seats are being installed at #Houston airports! First ones are in at new IAH Terminal D West family restrooms!

❤️ to our Airport team for working with me to make this happen.

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The Washington Post @washingtonpost.com · Jun 4

Earth will warm 1.5 degrees Celsius above preindustrial levels in just two years, new data shows. Irreversible tipping points — like the melting of Arctic ice sheets or the collapse of coral reefs — are closer at hand than previously believed.

Earth is likely to cross a key climate threshold in two years

A new World Meteorological Organization report spells the end of the world’s most famous climate goal.

www.washingtonpost.com

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Abbie Kamin @abbiekamin.bsky.social · Jun 5

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Abbie Kamin @abbiekamin.bsky.social · Jun 4

When you’re working in Council Session and you get this update from the grandparents.

My child is a badass.
#ProudMom

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Abbie Kamin @abbiekamin.bsky.social · May 28

Houston must be prepared for increasing natural disasters and extreme weather. As City Council considers the FY26 budget, it needs to reflect the realities of today.

I will continue to keep the focus on disaster preparedness funding. #DistC

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Abbie Kamin @abbiekamin.bsky.social · May 26

We pause in solemn remembrance of those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our nation, our democratic values, and our belief in freedom and self-determination.

We can never repay what their families have lost on behalf of a grateful nation. #MemorialDay

NPR @npr.org · May 26

It's Memorial Day. To honor the fallen military service members this year, the Up First newsletter asked readers to share stories of their loved ones.

Honoring fallen military service members this Memorial Day

It's Memorial Day. To honor the fallen military service members this year, the Up First newsletter asked readers to share stories of their loved ones.

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Abbie Kamin @abbiekamin.bsky.social · May 25

Five years ago Houston’s son, #GeorgeFloyd was senselessly murdered—a moment that sparked a global call in the pursuit of justice. We reflect on the progress made and the urgent work that remains to combat racism and achieve a fair and equitable world.

www.nytimes.com/2025/05/25/u...

5 Years After George Floyd’s Murder, the Backlash Takes Hold

www.nytimes.com

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Abbie Kamin @abbiekamin.bsky.social · May 24

Today we honor the memory of 21 innocent lives lost & countless others forever impacted 3 yrs ago at #RobbElementary. We remain committed to ending #gunviolence. Our hearts are always w/ #Uvalde.

@momsdemand.bsky.social @everytown.bsky.social @texasgunsense.bsky.social @marchforourlives.bsky.social

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Abbie Kamin @abbiekamin.bsky.social · May 22

This anti-Semitic terror attack occurred outside DC’s Jewish Museum during an @ajcglobal.bsky.social young professionals event.

Two Israeli embassy workers were murdered and others will forever be impacted.

My heart is with AJC, our consular corps, and the entire Jewish community.

The New York Times @nytimes.com · May 22

Breaking News: Two Israeli Embassy staff members were shot and killed outside an event at the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, government officials said.

Two Israeli Embassy Staffers Shot and Killed Outside Event in Washington, Officials Say

www.nytimes.com

Abbie Kamin @abbiekamin.bsky.social · May 16

We did it! Electric vehicle charging stations are coming to Buffalo Bayou Park!

Our office is funding this new effort with Downtown Houston and other community partners.

Let’s ensure the clean energy transition is available to all #Houstonians.

@centerpointenergy.bsky.social

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