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Democracy Helpers @democracyhelpers.bsky.social · 4m

On 10/15 at 6 PM, Democracy Helpers hosts a VIRTUAL coordination meeting for upcoming events and election activities—DM for the link.
Also WNDC hosts Winning Wednesday with Swing Left NW DC. Make postcards, calls, and/or signs. Pizza, cash bar & supplies provided. www.mobilize.us/wndc/event/8...

Democracy Helpers @democracyhelpers.bsky.social · 22h

* You can dance if you want to *
Flash mob * Dance protest
2 PM, Saturday, October 11, 2025.
White House, BLM Plaza side.
Wear a mask if you want to. Look fabulous or look casual. Bring water and dress for the weather. We’ll have loud music and signs. A few brief speeches, but mostly it’s dancing.

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Democracy Helpers @democracyhelpers.bsky.social · 22h

a comedy show to support local HIV organizations no November 7th. Please join! www.eventbrite.com/e/comedy-sho...

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Democracy Helpers @democracyhelpers.bsky.social · 1d

These events are designed to maximize participation from our out-of-town activists. However, let’s all make space in our calendars to attend!

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Democracy Helpers @democracyhelpers.bsky.social · 1d

For DC residents:
@swingleftnwdc.bsky.social
@anddemocracy.bsky.social
@michellechap76.bsky.social
@31streetswingleft.bsky.social
@rosefabs.bsky.social ‪‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬
@gra-alexandria.bsky.social
@uptownindivisible.bsky.social
@alliesfordemocracy.bsky.social

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Democracy Helpers @democracyhelpers.bsky.social · 1d

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Democracy Helpers @democracyhelpers.bsky.social · 1d

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Democracy Helpers @democracyhelpers.bsky.social · 8d

so great that work started by Marylander Ed J. has become so essential nationally!

Michael ❌👑 Indivisible CO3 @michaelindivisible.bsky.social · 13d

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Democracy Helpers @democracyhelpers.bsky.social · 8d

The DMV Democracy Festival
October 4, 1-6pm at All Souls Church Unitarian, 1500 Harvard St NW, DC

learninglife.info/demfest/

Making democracy fun again, without spurring conflict, corruption and exclusion!

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Democracy Helpers @democracyhelpers.bsky.social · 8d

Healthcare Not Authoritarianism
Shutdown Slowdown

Bring your own signs and US flags if you like. Wave to cars driving under overpass.

Saturday 4, 2025 1:00 to 3:00

Overpass 495 near Wakefield Park Annandale VA

In response to Government Shutdown due to Deadlock on Funding for Healthcare

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Democracy Helpers @democracyhelpers.bsky.social · 8d

So he is a toady!

powers00.bsky.social @powers00.bsky.social · 12d

A Virginia Mom and Voter asked Attorney General Jason Miyares why he didn't fight for federal jobs like other states that got federal RIFs layoffs reversed.

CLICK LINK FOR VIDEO
www.facebook.com/share/v/1Qvg...
@indivisible.org @networknova.bsky.social @virginiagrassroots.bsky.social

An empty chair has a sign that says "reserved for Jason Miyares". NO SHOW

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Democracy Helpers @democracyhelpers.bsky.social · 13d

On 10/1, 6 PM, Democracy Helpers invites you to WNDC for Winning Wednesday! Tell us how you want to boost key Virginia races while enjoying FREE PIZZA and a cash bar:
📬 Letters/Postcards: www.mobilize.us/wndc/event/8...
📞 Phone Banking: mobilize.us/s/9HkGUa
1526 New Hampshire Ave NW

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Democracy Helpers @democracyhelpers.bsky.social · 14d

Recess at the Capitol is coming October 10th 9-4pm (DCPS is off that day)! Recess on the hill in the spring was an amazing event. This is another great opportunity for a ward 6 community to show up! freedcproject.org/event-list/r...

Recess at the Capitol — Free DC

DC needs Congress to defeat the 16 bills attacking DC, reject the 20+ budget riders that would undo key laws, and pass bills that would expand DC's local power. On Friday, October 10, when DCPS is ou...

freedcproject.org

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Democracy Helpers @democracyhelpers.bsky.social · 14d

@swingleftnwdc.bsky.social
@anddemocracy.bsky.social
@michellechap76.bsky.social
@31streetswingleft.bsky.social
@rosefabs.bsky.social ‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬
@indivisiblebaltimo.bsky.social
@gra-alexandria.bsky.social
@uptownindivisible.bsky.social
@alliesfordemocracy.bsky.social

Democracy Helpers @democracyhelpers.bsky.social · 14d

@swingleftnwdc.bsky.social
@anddemocracy.bsky.social
@michellechap76.bsky.social
@31streetswingleft.bsky.social
@rosefabs.bsky.social ‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬
@indivisiblebaltimo.bsky.social
@gra-alexandria.bsky.social
@uptownindivisible.bsky.social
@alliesfordemocracy.bsky.social

Democracy Helpers @democracyhelpers.bsky.social · 14d

@swingleftnwdc.bsky.social
@anddemocracy.bsky.social
@michellechap76.bsky.social
@31streetswingleft.bsky.social
@rosefabs.bsky.social ‪‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬
@indivisiblebaltimo.bsky.social
@gra-alexandria.bsky.social
@uptownindivisible.bsky.social
@alliesfordemocracy.bsky.social

Democracy Helpers @democracyhelpers.bsky.social · 14d

@swingleftnwdc.bsky.social
@anddemocracy.bsky.social
@michellechap76.bsky.social
@31streetswingleft.bsky.social
@rosefabs.bsky.social
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@gra-alexandria.bsky.social
@uptownindivisible.bsky.social
@alliesfordemocracy.bsky.social

Democracy Helpers @democracyhelpers.bsky.social · 14d

@swingleftnwdc.bsky.social
@anddemocracy.bsky.social
@michellechap76.bsky.social
@31streetswingleft.bsky.social
@rosefabs.bsky.social‪‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬
@indivisiblebaltimo.bsky.social
@gra-alexandria.bsky.social
@uptownindivisible.bsky.social
@alliesfordemocracy.bsky.social

Democracy Helpers @democracyhelpers.bsky.social · 14d

Show your support for James Comey during his indictment by Lindsey Halligan. Street protest in front of her office building:
Justin W. Williams United States Attorney's Building 2100 Jamieson Ave Alexandria, VA 22314, Saturday, September 27, noon to 2:00 pm. www.mobilize.us/mobilize/eve...

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Democracy Helpers @democracyhelpers.bsky.social · 14d

Join us in making bold, creative posters to carry that message loud and proud. Expect good vibes, great company, plenty of pizza, a cash bar, and all the supplies you’ll need to make your voice heard.
Wed., October 15 6 – 8pm EDT
1526 New Hampshire Ave NW DC
www.mobilize.us/wndc/event/8...

Winning Wednesday: October 15 · Womans National Democratic Club

We’re bringing the energy with postcard-writing for key races, phone banking for Abigail Spanberger and other crucial down-ballot candidates, and poster-making for the No Kings Day protest. On Octobe...

www.mobilize.us

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Democracy Helpers @democracyhelpers.bsky.social · 14d

Please join Rep. Jamie Raskin, County Executive Marc Elrich, and fellow advocates for a community forum, Resist Autocratic Rule, Sunday September 28, 1–3 pm at Piney Branch Elementary School, 7510 Maple Avenue, Takoma Park.

Register at tpmobilization.org/DOD-9-28-25.

Community Forum: Defense of Democracy

Represenative Jamie Raskin and Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich are featured participants in a program that will explore to strengthen our defense of democracy, centered on discussion between e...

tpmobilization.org

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Democracy Helpers @democracyhelpers.bsky.social · 15d

Stop the Cuts: Join us at Warner’s Corner (Tysons) on Thurs, Oct 2 to demand Senator Warner restore Medicaid, remove SNAP restrictions, and reject the GOP budget bill. House Republicans must feel the heat. RSVP: www.mobilize.us/indivisible/... #DefendDemocracy

Stop the Cuts: Stand Together at Warner's Corner · Indivisible

Join Defend Democracy Indivisible to remind Senator Warner that he must Demand the restoration of Medicaid, remove SNAP restrictions, etc -- before he agrees to vote for the GOP budget bill. He must n...

www.mobilize.us

Democracy Helpers @democracyhelpers.bsky.social · 15d

DC deserves dignity, not riders. Join us Monday, Sept 29, 9–4 at Hart Senate Office Building to demand the Senate end the occupation, block 13+ anti-DC bills, and reject 20+ budget attacks. Community Lobby Day is your chance to be heard. RSVP: [email protected]