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Social Security Works @socialsecurityworks.org · 2h

Never in Social Security’s 90-year history has a Commissioner held a second job.

If Bisignano doesn’t want to focus on Social Security, it’s time for him to quit.

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The Tennessee Holler @thetnholler.bsky.social · 3h

The corruption and self-dealing is staring you in the face. Hello?

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VoteVets @votevets.org · 39m

About 30% of Federal workers are veterans. Rather than help people pay for their health insurance, Republicans and Donald Trump shut down the government and went on a firing spree that especially hurts those who served.

The Congressional GOP and Donald Trump are anti-veteran.

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Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley @pressley.house.gov · 54m

Cruel and cowardly.

Republicans are canceling votes yet again instead of working with Democrats to re-open the government.

They'd rather stay on vacation than stand with families, release the Epstein Files, and address the healthcare crisis they created.

A tweet from a report that reads: Scheduling update is official: Votes are no longer expected in the House on Tuesday, October 14th.

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Omar Fateh @omarfatehmn.com · 1h

Team Fateh is looking forward to a rally & door-knock tomorrow with @dewayneforminneapolis.com and @jazzformayor.bsky.social, hosted by @sorenwithward8.bsky.social. It's time for new leadership in city hall that prioritizes working families over rich donors. Join us: www.mobilize.us/omarfatehfor...

Photo of Omar Fateh, Dewayne Davis, and Jazz Hampton announcing a rally and door knock at the Sabathani Community Center.

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Rep. Summer Lee @repsummerlee.bsky.social · 1h

Trump and his admin are once again illegally firing federal workers. Real people are being harmed as a result of Trump's totalitarian takeover and Republicans' refusal to end this shutdown.

This is an authoritarian abuse of power.

www.cbsnews.com/live-updates...

Government shutdown live updates as OMB director Russ Vought says layoffs "have begun"

The government shutdown entered its 10th day Friday as Republicans and Democrats remain at an impasse over a spending plan. Follow live updates.

www.cbsnews.com

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Graham Platner for Senate @grahamformaine.bsky.social · 1h

650 people in Brewer, Maine — ready to set off a political earthquake.

As Maine goes, so goes the nation. And that’s exactly why the politicians in Washington, D.C. are so scared.

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Rep. Summer Lee @repsummerlee.bsky.social · 1h

A ceasefire in Gaza is a critical step to ending the genocide, surging aid, and reuniting Palestinian and Israeli families. As we continue to work for true, just, and lasting peace, this deal must hold.

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Rep. Summer Lee @repsummerlee.bsky.social · 2h

We are well into the Republican-manufactured government shutdown, and I know this is an uncertain and scary time for folks.

I'm hosting a telephone town hall on Thursday, Oct. 16 to answer your questions and discuss what the shutdown means for you. Join us!

Black background with white and gold text that reads “Government Shutdown Telephone Town Hall with Rep. summer Lee.” Below is a photo of Rep. Lee. White text reads “Thursday October 16, 6pm, call (855) 731-4613 to join or stream live at Facebook.com/RepSummerLee.

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Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley @pressley.house.gov · 2h

Federal contractors—including custodial & food service workers—deserve pay for their hard work.

But unlike federal employees, contractors have no assurance they'll receive backpay when Republicans reopen the government.

Our bill would ensure these workers are not left behind.

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Congresswoman Yassamin Ansari @repyassansari.bsky.social · 2h

Hurricane Priscilla is bringing rain to the valley this weekend, but that means possible flash flooding too. Stay safe and pick up free sandbags at Phoenix parks, info here ⬇️
www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/par...

Sand Available for Sandbags at Select Phoenix Parks

Because of forecasted monsoon storms, the City of Phoenix will have sand available for residents to use in sandbags...

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Senator Bernie Sanders @sanders.senate.gov · 3h

The sickest children from around the country are brought to Children's National Hospital for treatment.

The doctors who care for them work days on end for starvation wages.

These doctors deserve a fair bargain. NOW.

Doctors Working for Starvation Wages Speak Up | Sen. Bernie Sanders

YouTube video by Senator Bernie Sanders

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Kat Abughazaleh @katmabu.bsky.social · 3h

Trump just threatened to impose severe, unprecedented tariffs on Chinese imports. He won’t negotiate with Xi at the upcoming APEC summit, choosing to sink the global economy. The Dow is already down 300 points. This will devastate American small businesses and cause your expenses to skyrocket.

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Congressman Greg Casar @repcasar.bsky.social · 3h

NEW: House Republicans are "arguing they need to let troop pay lapse."

They aren't even showing up to work, and they're pressuring Trump to make sure our men and women in uniform miss a paycheck.

All so they can cut health care for millions.

Outrageous.

www.politico.com/live-updates...

Timely troop pay is now in Trump's hands

Congress will not be able to act in time to get servicemembers their Oct. 15 paychecks.

www.politico.com

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Omar Fateh @omarfatehmn.com · 4h

Natasha is the first Vice President of the Minneapolis Federation of Educators. She knows Omar has a proven track record of solving complex problems and delivering results for the people. Learn why she’s ranking Omar 1st on her ballot this November 4.

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Rep. Gabe Vasquez @repgabevasquez.bsky.social · 4h

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Rep. Melanie Stansbury (NM-01) @repstansbury.bsky.social · 6h

It’s Friday! And we’re here with Bad Bunny talking Super Bowl Halftime Show. Here’s what’s up 🐾. #BadBunny #SuperBowl #HalfTimeShow

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Rep. Summer Lee @repsummerlee.bsky.social · 5h

This is authoritarianism, plain and simple.

Trump is weaponizing the DOJ to attack AG James for doing her job and holding him to account. Using the federal government for his revenge tour is wrong and dangerous.

www.politico.com/news/2025/10...

Letitia James pursued Trump. Then she was indicted.

The Democratic New York attorney general made her investigation of the Republican president a centerpiece of her campaign.

www.politico.com

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

Donald Trump would rather shut down your government than make sure you can afford your healthcare.

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Senator Bernie Sanders @sanders.senate.gov · 5h

Ten percent of Gazans have been killed or wounded — mostly women, children, & the elderly.

The U.S. has sent $22 billion taxpayer dollars to facilitate Netanyahu's slaughter.

This ceasefire must hold, the hostages must be freed, aid must flow and this horrific war must end.

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Congressman Greg Casar @repcasar.bsky.social · 5h

Here’s what the Democratic Party is fighting for in this shutdown: a country where you can afford to live, afford health care, and don't get your money taken away by a billionaire.

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Zohran Kwame Mamdani @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social · 4h

Trump can't deliver the lower costs he promised. All he has is cruelty and revenge.

Cuomo is unable to confront him because they share the same billionaire donors. Just look at his statement last night.

I will stand up for this city and with our Attorney General.

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Rep. Maxwell Alejandro Frost @frost.house.gov · 4h

Millions of Americans — including 189,000 Central Floridians — are facing higher health care premiums because Republicans shut down the government and left town.

Democrats are ready to reopen the government and protect healthcare. Republicans need to get back to work.

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Dan Osborn @osbornforne.bsky.social · 4h

This isn’t left vs. right. This is big vs. little. Only 2% of our elected officials from both the House and Senate come from the working class. That’s the problem.

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Zohran Kwame Mamdani @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social · 4h

Gothamist spoke to residents in East New York, Coney Island, Rochdale Village, Wakefield and East Harlem — and found widespread support for our plan to address public safety and the mental health crisis.

Mamdani mental health plan resonates in former Adams strongholds as NYC election nears

Interviews in five neighborhoods that were strongholds for the current mayor in 2021 suggest residents want the next mayor to focus on mental health issues.

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