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Democrats Abroad UK @demsabroaduk.bsky.social · 10h

DAUK Chair Cherryl Martin is hosting The Inside Scoop - a special online event (Zoom) as she breaks down key insights from DNC Chair Ken Martin’s recent visit to Democrats Abroad UK.

Join us Wednesday, October 15 at 7pm.
RSVP here: www.democratsabroad.org/freyaproudma...

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Democrats Abroad UK @demsabroaduk.bsky.social · 12h

Calling of our Virginia voters who live in the UK and Abroad.

You have important elections and your deadlines to register and request your ballot are just around the corner. Do it now!
For all the details, go to www.votefromabroad.org/states/VA

#Virginia #2025Elections #VoteFromAbroad

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Democrats Abroad UK @demsabroaduk.bsky.social · 1d

Pennsylvania voters overseas! You have important state elections on November 4th.

Request your ballot NOW in order to vote!

For all details, go to www.votefromabroad.org/states/pa

#Pennsylvania #2025Elections #VoteFromAbroad

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Democrats Abroad @demsabroad.bsky.social · 2d

CA Voters Abroad! One of the most consequential votes of 2025 is taking place in your state. Fight back against Republican efforts to rig the 2026 Congressional elections by mid-term partisan redistricting. Join us online Oct 13 at 1:00 pm ET: www.democratsabroad.org/ca_prop_50_2...

A graphic on light blue background announcing DA's virtual Vote "Yes on CA Proposition 50" event Oct 13. The text says "Mon., Oct. 13th - 1:00PM ET
Zoom
CA PROP 50: THE FIRST LINE OF DEFENSE AGAINST GOP ELECTION RIGGING
California voters abroad have a unique chance to fight back against MAGA's attempts to rig the 2026 midterms.
RSVP NOW! NO SLEEP 'TIL NOVEMBER"

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Democrats Abroad Canada @demsabroadcanada.bsky.social · 2d

If “Did Not Vote” Had Been A Candidate In The 2020 US Presidential Election.

Don’t let this be you! Americans living abroad go to votefromabroad.org every year and request your emailed ballots. #DemsAbroad

Explanation: brilliantmaps.com/did-not-vote... @demsabroad.bsky.social

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Democrats Abroad UK @demsabroaduk.bsky.social · 2d

A meet-up in Southampton at 2pm:
www.democratsabroad.org/freyaproudma...

🔥 The organizing we do now will become the power to flip the House and Senate in 2026. So bring your voice. Bring your posters. Bring your fire. Let’s make it count.

DAUK - Ready to Resist? South Central Coast Meet-up at Mayflower Pilgrim Memorial Park - OCT 18

Democrats Abroad strives to provide Americans abroad a Democratic voice in our government and elect Democratic candidates by mobilizing the overseas vote.

www.democratsabroad.org

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Democrats Abroad UK @demsabroaduk.bsky.social · 2d

Democrats Abroad stands in solidarity with these events and are organizing meet-ups for members who are attending.

A meet-up in London from 12:30-2:30pm: www.democratsabroad.org/freyaproudma...

A meet-up for those traveling from Oxford to London:
www.democratsabroad.org/297801/trave...

DAUK - Ready to Resist? Meet-up at Passyunk Ave, Battersea - OCT 18

Democrats Abroad strives to provide Americans abroad a Democratic voice in our government and elect Democratic candidates by mobilizing the overseas vote.

www.democratsabroad.org

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Democrats Abroad UK @demsabroaduk.bsky.social · 2d

Learn more about the No Tyrants London event led by @indivisiblelondon.bsky.social: actionnetwork.org/events/no-ty...

Learn more about No Tyrants Southampton led by Indivisible South Central Coast UK:
actionnetwork.org/events/no-ty...

No Tyrants 2 - HUMAN WRITE #

NO TYRANTS 2: RALLY AND LAUNCH OF “HUMAN WRITE #___” 18 OCT 2025, 1-3pm @ US EMBASSY LONDON, 33 Nine Elms Lane, London SW11 7US We rose up once, and on October 18 we’ll rise again—because one protes...

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Democrats Abroad UK @demsabroaduk.bsky.social · 2d

There are No Kings / No Tyrants events happening all over the United States and world on Saturday, October 18.

We want to share several links to activities happening around the UK. Check out the thread below 🧵👇

Is there a No Tyrants event happening in your city? Let us know if the comments!

A bold blue graphic announces “NO TYRANTS” in large red and white letters across the top. Text below reads “Global Day of Defiance — Courage is contagious. Join us!” and highlights the date “Saturday, October 18.” It invites people to learn more about events in London and Southampton. The background shows a silhouette of a person draped in an American flag and faint outlines of raised fists and protest signs.

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Democrats Abroad UK @demsabroaduk.bsky.social · 3d

Join us Monday, October 13, at 6pm BST, on Zoom, for CA Prop 50: The First Line of Defense Against GOP Election Rigging. www.democratsabroad.org/ca_prop_50_2...

Learn why Prop 50 is vital to protecting democracy, how CA is standing up to MAGA gerrymandering, and what you can do from abroad to help.

A blue-toned graphic promotes a Democrats Abroad Zoom event titled “CA Prop 50: The First Line of Defense Against GOP Election Rigging.” The event is scheduled for Monday, October 13 at 12:00 PM ET. Text explains that California voters abroad can help counter attempts to undermine the 2026 midterms. The design includes a “No Sleep ’Til November” sticker graphic and monochrome images of Gavin Newsom and Ro Khanna in the lower section.

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ACLU @aclu.org · 5d

Read more about your rights when interacting with military troops or federal agents at aclu.org/deployment_kyr

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Democrats Abroad UK @demsabroaduk.bsky.social · 4d

Join us for one of the upcoming events in October!

Check out the links and join us to gather, stay informed, and take action. 💙🗳️

Learn more about these events: linktr.ee/demsabroaduk

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Democrats Abroad UK @demsabroaduk.bsky.social · 5d

Do you know any Texas voters who live overseas?

They have state elections on November 4 and must register by October 24.
Act now in order to vote!
For all details, go to www.votefromabroad.org/states/tx

#Texas #2025Elections #VoteFromAbroad

A dark blue graphic from VoteFromAbroad.org provides voting details for the Texas Special Election in Congressional District 18. The right side features an illustrated Texas postcard with a cowboy on horseback and an oil rig against an orange sunset. Text reminds voters to “Register and Request your ballot by Oct 24” and “Return your ballot by Nov 4.”

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Democrats Abroad @demsabroad.bsky.social · 6d

“Enough is enough. The GOP may shut down the government, but we will stand tall for YOU.”

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez @aoc.bsky.social · 10d

We believe healthcare is a right for every American.

But starting today, millions of people will be notified that they are being priced out of their insurance thanks to Republican policies.

Enough is enough. The GOP may shut down the government, but we will stand tall for YOU.

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Democrats Abroad UK @demsabroaduk.bsky.social · 6d

California Overseas Voters – You have an important election in November and need to request your ballot now to ensure that your vote is counted.
Even if you have previously registered to vote, request your overseas ballot now to guarantee that you receive it in time: www.votefromabroad.org/states/CA

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Democrats Abroad UK @demsabroaduk.bsky.social · 6d

If you have voter registration experience and want to help at Oxford’s Fresher Fair, on October 8 and 9, please learn more and register here:
www.democratsabroad.org/297801/fresh...
www.democratsabroad.org/297801/fresh...

Freshers Fair 2025 - October 8

Democrats Abroad strives to provide Americans abroad a Democratic voice in our government and elect Democratic candidates by mobilizing the overseas vote.

www.democratsabroad.org

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Democrats Abroad UK @demsabroaduk.bsky.social · 6d

Thank you to the volunteers from Vote from Abroad and the Get Out The Vote team who helped register voters at recent community events and Freshers Fairs.

If you’re interested in learning how to help register voters, join us Mon, Oct. 6 at 5pm for a training: www.democratsabroad.org/freyaproudma...

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Democrats Abroad UK @demsabroaduk.bsky.social · 7d

You can join the DAUK Youth Caucus for our Sports Day in London, tomorrow, Sunday, October 5, from 1-3pm, for “Kick the Trump Administration to the curb!”
www.democratsabroad.org/dauksec/dauk...
We’ll be playing a friendly game of kickball and you’re invited to play, cheer, and connect with others.

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Democrats Abroad UK @demsabroaduk.bsky.social · 8d

New Jersey students overseas!

You have state elections on November 4th and must register by October 14.

Act now in order to vote! For all details, go to: students.votefromabroad.org/states/NJ

#NewJersey #2025Elections #VoteFromAbroad

A graphic with a photo of a lighthouse at upper right. Text is on a dark blue background that says “Students.Vote fromAbroad.org
NEW JERSEY
General Election
Register to vote by Oct 14
Request your ballot by Oct 31
Return your ballot by Nov 4.”

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Democrats Abroad UK @demsabroaduk.bsky.social · 8d

Join us for this opportunity to hear directly from DNC Chair Ken Martin about the Party’s vision and strategy. Come chat with others about how you’re feeling, the actions the DNC can take, and what we can do as volunteers ahead of the 2025 and 2026 elections.

Democrats Abroad UK @demsabroaduk.bsky.social · 8d

DNC Chair Ken Martin is joining Democrats Abroad tomorrow, Saturday, October 4.

Tickets will close at 5pm today, Friday, October 3. If you’re interested in attending, please buy your ticket today!

Get your tickets here: www.democratsabroad.org/dauksec/ever...

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Democrats Abroad @demsabroad.bsky.social · 9d

Calling all overseas Virginia voters! This is your reminder to fill out your Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) now. Filling out this form annually allows you to receive your ballots and vote in any special elections that may occur. Head on over to votefromabroad.org to request your ballot!

#Vote

A graphic with a photo of a river flowing through rocky tree-covered hills. Text on shades of blue says "VA VOTERS ABROAD!
Fill out your FPCA now!
This ensures that you can vote in any eligible election in 2025
DEMOCRATS ABROAD
Vote from Abroad dot org"

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Democrats Abroad UK @demsabroaduk.bsky.social · 10d

Ken Martin will be speaking with Democrats Abroad in London, this Saturday, October 4.
Get your tickets: www.democratsabroad.org/dauksec/ever...
This is event will be an opportunity to hear from Ken Martin directly, ask questions, and be in community with other American progressives living overseas.

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Democrats Abroad UK @demsabroaduk.bsky.social · 10d

Lower costs • Strengthen schools • Keep communities safe!
👉 Virginia needs Abigail Spanberger for governor.

If you are a Virginia voter living abroad, please request your ballot now!

Learn more about the timeline for the 2025 statewide elections in VA: www.votefromabroad.org/states/va

A graphic showing the shape of the state of Virginia behind a shaped photo of Abigail Spanberger holding a microphone. The text says “flip Virginia blue. Vote Abigail Spanberger Governor go to vote from abroad dot org.”

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Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · 10d

Trump and his Republican lackeys just shut down the government.

This is their fault.

The first page of a graphic with a statement from DNC Chair Ken Martin on the Republican government shutdown reading, "In the clearest sign yet that Republicans are inept, incompetent, and lack any respect for the American people, they just shut down the federal government. Health insurance costs are about to double for families because of Republicans, but instead of preventing yet another Trump price hike, they are leaving the American people high and dry. This shutdown is on Republicans, and voters agree by a whopping 13-point margin.

Republicans have obliterated health care through cuts and inaction. Hospitals and nursing homes are on the brink of shutting down, and costs are skyrocketing. As Democrats, we have been clear in our position from the start — we want to reverse the cuts, lower costs, and save health care for the American people."

The second page of a graphic with a statement from DNC Chair Ken Martin on the Republican government shutdown reading, “Weak leaders like Donald Trump and his Republican buddies in Congress pass the buck and let people suffer. Strong leaders find a way forward to stop families from getting screwed. While Republicans hide out on vacation, Democrats have been at their desks in Washington, prepared to do their jobs. In this case, our job is to negotiate on behalf of all Americans, whether they are middle-class families being priced out of health care or workers being targeted by Trump.

Our country deserves better than Republican dysfunction and chaos. Voters deserve elected leaders who actually look out for them. Democrats stand ready to deliver for the millions of people who are sick and tired of Trump wrecking the economy, wrecking health care, and wrecking Americans’ futures.”

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