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Alabama Democrats @aldemocrats.bsky.social · 1d

Alabama Democrats, Join the massive protests across Alabama October 18, 2025! Let's show President Trump, his Administration, the Republican Congress and the conservative Supreme Court that America has "NO KINGS!"

Purple and Orange Graphic with crown: Alabama Democrats, Join the massive protests across Alabama October 18, 2025! Let's show President Trump, his Administration, the Republican Congress and the conservative Supreme Court that America has "NO KINGS!"

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Alabama Democrats @aldemocrats.bsky.social · 1d

Alabama is already in a healthcare crisis. This just makes it even more acute. If you think you are privileged enough to ride out the fallout from uninsured Alabamians filling up emergency rooms and accelerating hospital closures, think again. www.al.com/news/2025/10...

130,000 Alabamians could lose health insurance, see premiums skyrocket if Congress doesn’t act

More than 100,000 Alabamians are at risk of losing their health insurance if Congress doesn’t extend a set of tax credits that has drastically lowered costs.

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Alabama Democrats @aldemocrats.bsky.social · 5d

Pink and Purple Graphic: the special education department is now decimated after Trump’s firing. Congratulations Maga. Be proud of hurting children with disabilities and their families.

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Alabama Democrats @aldemocrats.bsky.social · 8d

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Trump admin sparks MAGA fury with Qatari Air Force base in US—"betrayed"

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced the U.S. has approved a Qatari Air Force base in Idaho.

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Alabama Democrats @aldemocrats.bsky.social · 8d

Pink and Purple graphic. Text: Qatar gave Trump a plane. Trump gave them an Airbase for their soldiers in Idaho. We get to pay the 20 billion for bailing out Argentina. #MAGA!

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Alabama Democrats @aldemocrats.bsky.social · 9d

www.axios.com/2025/10/07/t...

Trump administration ends support for disabled Americans facing homelessness

The cutback is the latest in a series of hits to the poorest Americans from the White House.

www.axios.com

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Alabama Democrats @aldemocrats.bsky.social · 9d

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Hundreds of thousands 'may lose benefits as Trump plans overhaul'

The change is also supposedly one of many being considered by the administration in an effort to overhaul the federal safety net.

www.dailymail.co.uk

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Alabama Democrats @aldemocrats.bsky.social · 9d

Red Graphic: Trump Administration ends support for disabled Americans facing homelessness. #MAGA

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Alabama Democrats @aldemocrats.bsky.social · 11d

ADP Chairman Randy Kelley's Statement on Montgomery's Mass Shooting:

“The Alabama Democratic Party expresses our sincere condolences on the loss of life during Saturday’s mass shooting in Montgomery. We also express our care and concern to the officers and first responders who were on scene.
What is clear is this. America has a gun problem. Period. What has happened is a microcosm of the greater American problem. And it is a uniquely American problem. No other country has the number of daily mass shootings as the United States.
Now a mass shooting has come to the capital of Alabama. And as expected, Republican leaders are attempting to place blame to everywhere except upon their own shoulders.
The problem is that Alabama has an out of control, predominately Republican legislature that is too busy passing laws that are expedient instead of laws that are ethical.
Against the wishes of local sheriffs and police chiefs, the ALGOP has struck down attempts by the Mayor and City Council to require showing ID by those who are openly carrying firearms. They have consistently promoted easy access to guns despite knowing it causes a proliferation of gun violence. They repealed laws that required permits to carry firearms. They repealed laws that required permits to carry firearms.
Now criminals can walk down streets brandishing guns in front of officers, leaving them unable to do anything about it. Republicans have made it impossible for any Mayor or City Council to control what any individual with a gun decides to do.
Alabama should roll back permit less carry so that if officers see a gun, they can engage in verification tactics by lawfully engaging the carrier of that weapon and make arrests for criminal intent.

Let’s be clear: everything local councils have done to try to curb the violence has been halted by the legislature. The Alabama Legislature has handcuffed mayors and other chief executives, betrayed our county sheriffs and police and made it easier for the criminally inclined to acquire and use lethal weapons. They have nullified gun control procedures while bragging about their support for the 2nd Amendment. Now they seek excuses to exert the control over Montgomery that they couldn’t win via election through emergency powers.
Until we have honest conversations about the roots of the violence, and work together to achieve solutions, these tragedies will continue.

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Alabama Democrats @aldemocrats.bsky.social · 16d

US Citizens are having their homes raided and constitutional rights against illegal search and seizure violated. MAGA will laugh mockingly until it comes to their doorways. Because “Then they came for me, And there was no one left to speak out for me.” www.wbez.org/immigration/...

Massive immigration raid on Chicago apartment building leaves residents reeling: 'I feel defeated'

The Department of Homeland Security said federal agents with Border Patrol, the FBI and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives arrested 37 people in the raid.

www.wbez.org

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Alabama Democrats @aldemocrats.bsky.social · 21d

TIME TO THROW OUT THE RULE BOOK.

Red Graphic with letters. Text: Speaker Johnson is preventing newly elected Democrat Adelita Grijalda from swearing into office. When only one side plays by the rules, it’s time to throw out the rule book.

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Alabama Democrats @aldemocrats.bsky.social · 22d

Moral Mondays Goes South: The March Towards Justice will be held Monday, Sept. 29, 2025 at 11 a.m. in Montgomery to rally against the federal budget decisions that will negatively impact healthcare, food, assistance and other necessary programs. Come down and make your voices heard!

Orange Graphic Describing Event Date, Time, and Location. Moral Mondays Goes South: The March Towards Justice will be held Monday, Sept. 29, 2025 at 11 a.m. to rally against the federal budget decisions that will negatively impact healthcare, food, assistance and other necessary programs. Come down and make your voices heard!

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Alabama Democrats @aldemocrats.bsky.social · 25d

It’s Election Day in municipalities across Alabama. And Local Elections Matter! Take a minute and exercise your Right to Vote!

Blue graphic about Election Day times and hotline.

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Alabama Democrats @aldemocrats.bsky.social · 27d

Expecting two Black Congress members from Alabama whose parents integrated and fought the Klan to honor a man who promoted racism is wildly entitled & absurd. Kirk’s killing can be condemned without a legitimizing his stance that thinks less of them & their skin color.
www.al.com/politics/202...

2 Alabama Democrats vote against resolution honoring the legacy of Charlie Kirk

Sewell released a statement saying that while she condemned the assassination of Charlie Kirk in the “strongest possible terms,” she disagreed with the singular purpose of the resolution to solely mem...

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Alabama Democrats @aldemocrats.bsky.social · 28d

Our staff members are hard at work canvassing for Barbara Drummond in Mobile! Let’s finish strong y’all!

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Alabama Democrats @aldemocrats.bsky.social · Sep 17

No matter the talking points, it’s clear where the division and hatred is coming from, and it isn’t from “The Left.” The call is coming from inside the house. www.al.com/politics/202...

Tuberville says unity is a mistake after Charlie Kirk murder: ‘There’s no healing with the left’

“To my Republican colleagues, if you’re going to go out and make friends with them, all you’re going to do is end up fighting on their side."

www.al.com

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Alabama Democrats @aldemocrats.bsky.social · Sep 16

“If elected, what top 3 budget priorities would you have?”

Democratic Legislator Barbara Drummond: “I think my first one would be youth Violence. And stimulate neighborhoods to create more opportunities.
Republican Judge Spiro Cheriogotis: “You know, I think stormwater management is a big one”

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Alabama Democrats @aldemocrats.bsky.social · Sep 11

We will always remember the souls lost on that bright and beautiful Tuesday morning. ♥️

Picture of American flag on stone memorial marker near buildings: We remember and honor the nearly 3,00 lives lost on 9/11/2001. May their stories, lives, and triumphs continue to be shared. May their memories be a blessing.

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Alabama Democrats @aldemocrats.bsky.social · Sep 11

Our 2nd Phone Bank For Barbara Drummond, candidate for Mayor of Mobile, will take place Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at 6 p.m. We need your help to get Barbara across the finish line! You may join us virtually AND in-person at the ADP Headquarters in Montgomery.
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Phone Banking for Barbara Drummond

Join AL Dems as we make calls for Barbara Drummond, who is running for mayor of Mobile. This race is extremely close, and we need all hands on deck to get Barbara across the finish line! The event wil...

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Alabama Democrats @aldemocrats.bsky.social · Sep 8

Insanity is allowing RFK Jr. to destroy our public health. He is not a doctor or a medical professional. In the GOP zest to "get even" with Covid many will get sick and die without vaccines and disease regulation. Stop this stupid war on science.
www.alreporter.com/2025/09/08/o...

Opinion | RFK Jr.’s war on science endangers America’s health, history, and future

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Donald Trump, HHS, Vaccines, Alabama politics, Public health, UAB, COVID-19, Conspiracy theories

www.alreporter.com

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Alabama Democrats @aldemocrats.bsky.social · Sep 5

Join The Alabama Democrats For a Phone Bank For Barbara Drummond, candidate for Mayor of Mobile! We need all hands on deck to get Barbara across the finish line! You may join us virtually AND in-person at the ADP Headquarters in Montgomery. Register Here:
actionnetwork.org/events/phone...

Phone Banking for Barbara Drummond

Join AL Dems as we make calls for Barbara Drummond, who is running for mayor of Mobile. This race is extremely close, and we need all hands on deck to get Barbara across the finish line! The event wil...

actionnetwork.org

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Alabama Democrats @aldemocrats.bsky.social · Sep 1

Happy Labor Day, Yall!

Graphic with Workers of Various Industries Describing the Benefits the Average Workers Enjoy Because of Unions. Weekends, Minimum Wage, Paid Vacation, Sick Days, Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits, Safety Standards, Overtime Pay, and 8 Hour Work Days. Alabama Democrats Celebrate Labor Day!

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Alabama Democrats @aldemocrats.bsky.social · Aug 26

Happy Election Day Alabama! The polls are open from 7AM - 7PM. If you have any issues at the polls, contact us at 833-GO-VOTE. Grab your relatives, friends and neighbors and exercise your hard-fought Right to Vote!

Blue Graphic describing Election Day information: Happy Election Day Alabama! The polls are open from 7AM - 7PM. If you have any issues at the polls, contact us at 833-GO-VOTE. Grab your relatives, friends and neighbors and exercise your hard-won Right to Vote!

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Alabama Democrats @aldemocrats.bsky.social · Aug 25

Municipal and Special Elections in Alabama tomorrow! Get out and Vote folks!

Yellow and pink graphic, reminding people to vote tomorrow. Text: Reminder: tomorrow is election day in Alabama. Make your plans for getting to the polls today.

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Alabama Democrats @aldemocrats.bsky.social · Aug 20

Alabama Democrat Candidates: Don’t miss out on ActBlue's free webinar series, starting on August 26 from 2:00 to 2:30 PM ET!

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