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Hartzell @hartzell.bsky.social · 15h

A society where health is tied to corporate profit is a society in crisis.

We refuse to let insurance companies and big pharma determine who gets care.

Universal health care isn't some radical idea — it's justice.

Stop the theft. We must tax the billionaires who profit from human suffering.

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Hartzell @hartzell.bsky.social · 2d

The Trump DOJ is targeting critics, not criminals.

In a democracy, law enforcement must be impartial, used to uphold justice, not punish dissent. What this says about our democracy is frighteningly clear.

This is illegal. Congress must step up and rein in this lawless administration.

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Hartzell @hartzell.bsky.social · 4d

It’s official: we’re running in Missouri’s 4th Congressional District.

This is what the fight demands of us. Bought-off politicians thought we’d take their gerrymander lying down — but they were wrong. Working people are fighting back.

It’s people versus money. And together, we will win.

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Hartzell @hartzell.bsky.social · 4d

This is not a “pause.” It’s a gutting of our government to fund wars abroad, enrich billionaires, and to dismantle the services working Americans depend on.

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Hartzell @hartzell.bsky.social · 4d

These aren’t faceless payroll entries. They’re public health inspectors, air traffic controllers, social workers, disaster responders — the backbone of government.

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Hartzell @hartzell.bsky.social · 4d

A White House memo confirms it: the shutdown isn’t temporary—it’s a strategy to permanently terminate federal workers. And Speaker Mike Johnson’s priority? Delaying the Epstein files vote while the government collapses.

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Hartzell @hartzell.bsky.social · 5d

More to come! Watch this space.

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Hartzell @hartzell.bsky.social · 8d

The President and Congressional Republicans are holding federal workers hostage, disappearing American citizens, & increasing your healthcare premiums all to provide cover for a pedophile & stop the release of the Epstein files.

Let that sink in.

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Hartzell @hartzell.bsky.social · 9d

Sen. Eric Schmitt is willing to sacrifice Kansas City to score points with Trump, calling for troops in our streets.

KC doesn’t need an occupation. We need affordable housing, universal health care, and jobs that pay.

Schmitt wants fear. We want freedom.

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Hartzell @hartzell.bsky.social · 9d

Our neighbors shouldn’t have to pay the price for politicians’ greed. We need leaders who will put people first.

Read more: www.kshb.com/news/local-n...

IRS workers in Kansas City brace for unpaid days as federal shutdown begins

The federal government shut down overnight, closing many agencies and leaving hundreds of thousands of workers facing furloughs or unpaid shifts.

www.kshb.com

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Hartzell @hartzell.bsky.social · 9d

KC federal workers are bracing for unpaid days because of a shutdown caused by 1 party that controls all 3 branches of government.

This isn’t about “dysfunction,” it’s about their attempt to gut health care, slash over $1 TRIL & hold working families hostage while corporate donors stay protected.

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Hartzell @hartzell.bsky.social · 9d

Wishing all who observe a meaningful Yom Kippur. May we find renewal, justice, and peace together.

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Hartzell @hartzell.bsky.social · 10d

750,000 workers left without pay.
41 million families losing food assistance.
Students, small businesses, and homeowners in limbo.

This shutdown is not “governing.” It’s hostage politics that punishes working families while billionaires skate free.

We deserve leaders who put people before profit.

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Hartzell @hartzell.bsky.social · 11d

Authorizing the National Guard to assist ICE is a dangerously unchecked expansion of state power. Missouri is not a staging ground for federal enforcement. Data entry today, terror tomorrow, this is how authoritarianism gains ground. We must push back at every level.

Gov. Mike Kehoe activates Missouri National Guard to assist ICE agents

The move comes amid President Donald Trump's immigration enforcement practices garnering increasing criticism. Kehoe said that Missouri National Guard troops will help with "administrative, clerical a...

www.kcur.org

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Hartzell @hartzell.bsky.social · 12d

As we stand on the precipice of a government shutdown, let’s remember the party in power controls all 3 branches, & their legacy is $1T in health care cuts. We must reverse the damage, but the real solution is universal health care for all.

No more wealth care. We need universal health care now.

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Hartzell @hartzell.bsky.social · 12d

It’s about holding government and corporations accountable, demanding change, and refusing to be silenced.

Kansas City has always been built by young people, working families, and organizers who never give up. That spirit is alive and well today.

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Hartzell @hartzell.bsky.social · 12d

Shout out to Madden, a high school student whose guest commentary in the Kansas City Star called out injustice with bold truth.

I’m honored to be mentioned. This moment is bigger than me or Jimmy Kimmel.

Young voices like mine need US business, media to fight Trump’s censorship | Opinion

As Kansas City congressional candidate Hartzell Gray said about the failed attempt to silence Jimmy Kimmel: “Companies that sell out democracy will pay the price.” | Opinion

www.kansascity.com

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Hartzell @hartzell.bsky.social · 13d

We don’t take a dime from AIPAC, corporations, insurance companies, or developers. This campaign is powered by people, not profit.
If you believe in affordable housing, universal healthcare, and ending endless wars, chip in today. Together we’ll keep this movement moving forward.
🔗 Donate in bio.

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Hartzell @hartzell.bsky.social · 13d

Thank you for the love and support for this campaign, we’re building something powerful together. But with the quarter ending, we need your help to keep growing.

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Hartzell @hartzell.bsky.social · 13d

We need leaders who will stand up to corporate greed and fight for real safety for every person.

We must have the courage to pass universal background checks, ban assault weapons, strengthen our mental health system, and hold the gun lobby accountable.

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Hartzell @hartzell.bsky.social · 13d

Heartbroken for the Grand Blanc community after the horrific shooting at a Mormon church.

Places of worship should be sanctuaries, not crime scenes. Gun violence is tearing our communities apart while politicians protect the gun lobby.

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Hartzell @hartzell.bsky.social · 14d

Come out, support the movement, and enjoy a night that brings comedy and democracy together.

🔗 Link in bio!

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Hartzell @hartzell.bsky.social · 14d

🎟️ Entry is just $27! Join us tomorrow, Sept. 28 at 7:30 PM at The Bird Comedy Theater for a night of laughter and community!

This fundraiser for Hartzell Gray’s campaign for Congress features some of Kansas City’s finest comedy: Aaron Scarbrough, Red, Truck Noises KC, and Tiffany Michelle Foster.

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Hartzell @hartzell.bsky.social · 15d

Rest in power, Assata Shakur. A symbol of resistance and relentless struggle for justice. May her legacy challenge us to fight harder for freedom, justice, and liberation from our beloved Kansas City, to Cleveland to Congo, Sudan, Yemen and Gaza.

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Hartzell @hartzell.bsky.social · 16d

Washington bails out Milei’s failed shock-therapy with $20B while Americans pay more for health care, face skyrocketing cost of living, and rising homelessness. Why are we footing the bill for austerity abroad when families here can’t afford the basics?

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