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Abdul El-Sayed

@abdulelsayed.bsky.social

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Public servant running for U.S. Senate because it shouldn't be THIS hard to get by. Michigan born and raised. Girl Dad. Doctor.

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Abdul El-Sayed @abdulelsayed.bsky.social · Apr 17

I'm running for U.S. Senate.

Because in the state that built the American Dream, it shouldn't be this hard to get by.

Join me: abdulforsenate.com/go

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Abdul El-Sayed @abdulelsayed.bsky.social · 11h

Sick of being told your doctor is “out-of-network?” Medicare for All would fix that.

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Abdul El-Sayed @abdulelsayed.bsky.social · 15h

We pray for peace—that the ceasefire holds, the killing ends, and rebuilding begins. And we work for a future where our tax dollars are spent to protect our children rather than fund a genocide against other people’s children.

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Abdul El-Sayed @abdulelsayed.bsky.social · 15h

Netanyahu and all who enabled these atrocities must be held accountable under international law.

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Abdul El-Sayed @abdulelsayed.bsky.social · 15h

Lasting peace demands accountability and equal rights to freedom and self-determination for all. Any plan that leaves power with those responsible for these atrocities or does not include a pathway to liberation and self-determination for and by Palestinians cannot bring lasting peace.

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Abdul El-Sayed @abdulelsayed.bsky.social · 15h

True peace, however, requires justice. Long before this genocide, Gaza endured a 17-year siege and decades of occupation. Palestinians in the West Bank face apartheid and expanding settlements. Israeli civilians have been murdered and kidnapped.

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Abdul El-Sayed @abdulelsayed.bsky.social · 15h

Funded by U.S. tax dollars, Israel has killed at least 66,000 people — including at least 20,000 children — and decimated homes, hospitals, and schools.

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Abdul El-Sayed @abdulelsayed.bsky.social · 15h

The impending return of Palestinian and Israeli hostages to their families offers a glimmer of hope in a dark time. We pray that they find peace and comfort with their families. And we pray that this marks the beginning of the end of the genocide in Gaza.

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Abdul El-Sayed @abdulelsayed.bsky.social · 15h

We pray for peace. And true peace requires justice.

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Abdul El-Sayed @abdulelsayed.bsky.social · 18h

For 32 years in public service, Congresswoman Carolyn Cheeks Kilpatrick served her community with heart, integrity, and dedication.

May her legacy of service and commitment to her community continue to guide us all.

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Abdul El-Sayed @abdulelsayed.bsky.social · 1d

In the richest, most powerful country in the history of the world, your income should not determine whether you get to live or die.

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Abdul El-Sayed @abdulelsayed.bsky.social · 1d

Teachers do the real work.

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Abdul El-Sayed @abdulelsayed.bsky.social · 2d

All children deserve lives unburdened by hate, war, guns, bombs, kidnapping, or murder. All people deserve equal rights to peace, dignity, and self-determination.

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Abdul El-Sayed @abdulelsayed.bsky.social · 3d

How about that crowd at the Progressives in the Park in Grand Rapids last weekend?

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Abdul El-Sayed @abdulelsayed.bsky.social · 4d

The divide in our politics isn’t between right or left, it’s between the folks who’ve been locked out—and the folks who’ve been locking them out.

I’m running to unlock it.

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Abdul El-Sayed @abdulelsayed.bsky.social · 4d

The choice we need in healthcare isn’t between insurance companies. It’s between doctors and hospitals.

Medicare for All opens that choice for everyone.

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Abdul El-Sayed @abdulelsayed.bsky.social · 5d

From rebuilding Detroit’s Health Department to securing medical debt relief, Abdul listens to communities and turns our stories into action. That’s the kind of leadership we need in the U.S. Senate , rooted in community, driven by justice, and committed to real change."

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Abdul El-Sayed @abdulelsayed.bsky.social · 5d

Grand Rapids Public School Board Trustee Eleanor Moreno: “As a school board trustee for GRPS, I’ve seen firsthand how policy can either fail families or lift them up. Abdul El-Sayed shows us what it looks like when government truly works for people.

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Abdul El-Sayed @abdulelsayed.bsky.social · 5d

I’m proud to announce the endorsement of Grand Rapids Public School Board Trustee Eleanor Moreno. Eleanor is a community organizer and advocate who has been a leader in the fight for social justice and a quality education system for the people of Grand Rapids. It’s an honor to have their support.

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Abdul El-Sayed @abdulelsayed.bsky.social · 5d

Public infrastructure should stay public.

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Abdul El-Sayed @abdulelsayed.bsky.social · 7d

I’m proud to endorse him for his authentic voice, public health background, and relentless tenacity for a brighter future that lifts us all forward, together.”

Abdul El-Sayed @abdulelsayed.bsky.social · 7d

Former State Rep. Rachel Hood: "At this moment in history Abdul El-Sayed is the only US Senate candidate for Michigan who can bring the people together to shape a better tomorrow for our state and nation.

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Abdul El-Sayed @abdulelsayed.bsky.social · 7d

I’m proud to announce the endorsement of former State Representative Rachel Hood. Rep. Hood has fought for the people of Grand Rapids and delivered results on healthcare, housing, and the environment. It is an honor to have her support.

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Abdul El-Sayed @abdulelsayed.bsky.social · 7d

Union rights for VA workers means better care for the veterans who served our country.

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Abdul El-Sayed @abdulelsayed.bsky.social · 7d

Democrats don't owe MAGA shit — Trump has a headlock on our government.

He decided to shut it down because he wants to protect billionaire tax cuts instead of protecting you from skyrocketing healthcare costs.

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Abdul El-Sayed @abdulelsayed.bsky.social · 7d

From Detroit to Escanaba, we’re building a grassroots movement to get money out of politics, put money back in your pocket, and pass Medicare for All.

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