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California Democrats @cademocrats.bsky.social · 7h

En esta elección, hay mucho en juego. Desde proteger la salud de nuestras familias y reducir costos, hasta defender nuestra democracia contra Trump.

📬Asegurémonos de que cada votante latino esté listo para votar y ayudanos hacer llamadas en español: cadem.org/castrong

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California Democrats @cademocrats.bsky.social · 9h

Trump and his MAGA allies cut $1 trillion from Medicaid. That means higher costs, fewer doctors, and rural hospitals on the brink of closure.

Meanwhile, they shut down the government. Why? To protect tax breaks for billionaires.

www.npr.org/2025/10/05/n...

States are cutting Medicaid provider payments long before Trump cuts hit

North Carolina and Idaho have cut their Medicaid programs to bridge budget gaps, raising fears that providers will stop taking patients and that hospitals will close even before the brunt of a new fed...

www.npr.org

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California Democrats @cademocrats.bsky.social · 11h

Americans are getting notices that their health care premiums are doubling. That’s not an accident, it’s the Trump plan.

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California Democrats @cademocrats.bsky.social · 1d

Join CADEM’s Voter Protection Team! We need poll observers and attorneys to help defend the right to vote.

¡Únete al Equipo de Protección Electoral de CADEM! Necesitamos observadores electorales y abogados para ayudar a defender el derecho al voto de todos los californianos.

cadem.org/hotline25

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California Democrats @cademocrats.bsky.social · 1d

Here's what Prop 50 really is:
→ TEMPORARY emergency maps that expire in 2030
→ FAIR and proportional representation
→ A direct response to Trump & Republicans’ power grab

Trump is rigging next year's elections, and California can stop him. Vote YES on Prop 50! Vote early cadem.org/voter-resources/

PROP 50 VOTER RESOURCES - California Democratic Party

IMPORTANT DATES FOR VOTERS October 6: Mail-in ballots start arriving to votersOctober 7: Ballot drop-off locations open. VOTE EARLY!October 20: Last day to register to vote for the 11/4 Special Electi...

cadem.org

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California Democrats @cademocrats.bsky.social · 1d

The Trump Shutdown has been going on for ONE WEEK, but Republicans refuse to even show up to work and are hiding in their districts instead.

California Democrats are strong and united: We must lower costs and restore health care for hardworking families

www.nbcnews.com/politics/con...

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene breaks with the GOP on Obamacare, calling to avoid premium hikes

Greene said she's "not a fan" of Obamacare but complained that her "own adult children’s insurance premiums for 2026 are going to DOUBLE" if Congress ignores the issue.

www.nbcnews.com

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California Democrats @cademocrats.bsky.social · 2d

Join Third Act and guest speaker Bill McKibben for a virtual phonebank on Tuesday, October 14, from 6–8 PM.

cadem.org/thirdact

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California Democrats @cademocrats.bsky.social · 2d

Trump tried to hijack California’s National Guard to send troops into Portland.

We said no. We sued. And we won.

www.latimes.com/world-nation...

Judge blocks Trump from deploying California National Guard — or any Guard troops — in Oregon

A federal judge barred Trump from deploying National Guard troops to Oregon after the California Guard was sent to the state Sunday.

www.latimes.com

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California Democrats @cademocrats.bsky.social · 2d

Ballot drop-off locations are now open. You don’t have to wait until November to vote!

If you’re voting by mail, we recommend returning your ballot before October 31st to ensure it is postmarked by Election Day, November 4, 2025.

Bottom line: VOTE EARLY!

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California Democrats @cademocrats.bsky.social · 3d

Ready, set, VOTE! This is our moment, California.

Vote by mail. Vote Early. Vote YES on Prop 50 by November 4th!

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Democratic Women of Kern @democraticwomen.bsky.social · 3d

Fue un placer hacer llamadas con @malena.bsky.social 💙📞 ¡Vota SÍ a la Propuesta 50 para salvar nuestra democracia! 🗳️✨

@cademocrats.bsky.social

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California Democrats @cademocrats.bsky.social · 3d

Want to make sure your vote counts in this CRITICAL election? Track your ballot every step of the way at WheresMyBallot.sos.ca.gov.
#YesonCA50

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California Democrats @cademocrats.bsky.social · 3d

Ballots are out! 🗳️ Every day is Election Day from here on out, so fill yours out, return it early, and help us spread the word. Volunteer now: cadem.org/CAStrong

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California Democrats @cademocrats.bsky.social · 4d

Day 2 of our Weekend of Action, and we’re hitting the ground running! Californians are out talking to voters and making sure ballots get turned in EARLY. 🗳️

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California Democrats @cademocrats.bsky.social · 5d

🚪👟Our Weekend of Action is in full swing, and volunteers across California are still out there knocking on doors.

Can you join us tomorrow? Sign up: cadem.org/castrong.

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California Democrats @cademocrats.bsky.social · 5d

Thank you, Boyle Heights, Congressman Jimmy Gomez, Chair Mark Ramos, and all the LA Democrats who helped get out the vote for Yes on 50! #YesonCA50

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California Democrats @cademocrats.bsky.social · 5d

Our Weekend of Action is officially underway! Ballots are hitting mailboxes, and volunteers across California are hitting the doors. Listen to why they’re stepping up and volunteering ✊🔈

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California Democrats @cademocrats.bsky.social · 5d

🗳️ Just 1 month until Election Day in California. Don’t wait, vote early on Prop 50! Every ballot cast now is a step toward protecting fair maps and democracy.

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California Democrats @cademocrats.bsky.social · 6d

POV: The picture you take with your friends before canvassing 💙

This weekend, Californians across the state are stepping up and knocking doors to share the truth about Prop 50. Will you be there?

Sign up: cadem.org/castrong

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California Democrats @cademocrats.bsky.social · 6d

✊ Tomorrow is the big day! Californians everywhere are standing up, speaking out, and organizing. Don’t sit this out: CADEM.org/CAstrong

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California Democrats @cademocrats.bsky.social · 7d

California knows what’s at stake: Medicare, reproductive freedom, due process, and democracy itself. That’s why we’re showing up and fighting back.

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California Democrats @cademocrats.bsky.social · 7d

Join us in in East Los Angeles on Saturday October 4 with Rep. Jimmy Gomez, Assembly Member Mark Gonzalez, and Los Angeles County Democratic Party Chair Mark Ramos to knock on doors and stop the Trump / MAGA agenda.

Ballots start arriving Monday, October 6! www.mobilize.us/grassrootsde...

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California Democrats @cademocrats.bsky.social · 7d

¡Vota Sí a la Proposición 50 hasta el 4 de noviembre!

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California Democrats @cademocrats.bsky.social · 8d

As those who celebrate take the next day to atone and reflect, CADEM extends our warmest wishes for an easy and meaningful fast. G’mar chatimah tova.

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California Democrats @cademocrats.bsky.social · 8d

New to canvassing? We’ve got you covered! CADEM trains every volunteer and ensures you feel confident knocking doors, talking to voters, and getting out the vote.

Join us for your first canvass and meet other Californians fighting to defend our democracy.

👉 Sign up: CADEM.org/CAstrong

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