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Heather Williams @heather4dems.bsky.social · 2d

The government shutdown is dragging on because Republicans have turned their backs on working families and set us up for a complete health care crisis.

State Dems are doing everything they can to stop needless suffering during this shutdown.

That’s a wrap: Special session ends with funding for health care, food assistance and more • Source New Mexico

New Mexico lawmakers all told passed five laws in a special legislative session aimed at federal uncertainty and funding cuts.

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Heather Williams @heather4dems.bsky.social · 2d

@thedlcc.bsky.social is proud to support Michael Cashman’s campaign for the NY Assembly and his fight for working families!

This special election is a crucial opportunity for voters to affirm Democratic leadership in one of the most powerful blue states in the nation.

Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee @thedlcc.bsky.social · 2d

🚨NEW ON SPOTLIGHT🚨 @michaelcashman.bsky.social is a dedicated public servant running in an 11/4 special election to fill a vacant seat in the NY Assembly. He’ll be a powerful voice for rural New Yorkers and stop a dangerous MAGA candidate from joining the chamber.

Michael Cashman

Michael Cashman is a dedicated public servant running in a November special election to fill a vacant seat in the New York State Assembly.

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Heather Williams @heather4dems.bsky.social · 3d

Really excited about this race! @maynivar.com is running in one of the most competitive races to expand our majority in the Virginia House this year. She’s got a really great shot at flipping her Richmond-area seat blue and would be a powerful voice for women. DLCC.org/Top10

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Heather Williams @heather4dems.bsky.social · 3d

There are hundreds of candidates across the country this year, and it can be hard to know where to direct resources. That’s why @DLCC came up with this guide on 10 of the most competitive and important races and made it easy to split a donation among them: DLCC.org/TopTen

Top 10 State Races to Watch in 2025

Here are ten of the most competitive and important state legislative races where your support can make a difference ahead of November 4.

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Heather Williams @heather4dems.bsky.social · 5d

Texas and Missouri have already passed new, rigged maps. With Trump doubling down on his order, more will follow.

To stop MAGA from gerrymandering maps, we have to win more state legislative majorities. That’s what @thedlcc.bsky.social is all about.

National Democratic Redistricting Committee @democraticredistricting.com · 5d

NEW: Reporting from @politico.com reveals that the White House is ramping up its pressure campaign to gerrymander red states, going as far as promising “consequences” to Republican lawmakers who don’t fall in line.

This is dangerous new territory for our nation. politi.co/4nDMcKk

‘There could very well be consequences’: Trump’s team pressures wary GOP lawmakers to draw new maps

The new pressure campaign from Trump and outside groups shows the party’s desperation to cling to its razor-thin majority next year.

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Heather Williams @heather4dems.bsky.social · 5d

Throughout @senatorhashmi.bsky.social's time in the Virginia Senate, she has been a tireless advocate for working families. Excited for her to do the same as Virginia’s next lieutenant governor!

Ghazala Hashmi @senatorhashmi.bsky.social · 5d

Virginia workers know nobody is working harder for them. As lieutenant governor, I will continue my fight to increase wages, protect affordable health care, and create opportunities for all families to thrive.

Hear more in my first statewide ad of the general election:

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Heather Williams @heather4dems.bsky.social · 8d

Proud of @thedlcc.bsky.social Board Member @javierfornm.bsky.social & New Mexico Dems!

From ensuring vaccines are accessible to protecting their constituents from federal cuts to health care & food assistance, they’re proving how state Dems are fighting for Americans amid GOP recklessness.

That’s a wrap: Special session ends with funding for health care, food assistance and more • Source New Mexico

New Mexico lawmakers all told passed TK laws in a special legislative session aimed at federal uncertainty and funding cuts.

sourcenm.com

Heather Williams @heather4dems.bsky.social · 9d

Reminder: State Democrats are hard at work across the country, making progress on the issues that will actually improve their constituents’ lives.

Glad that @thedlcc.bsky.social Board Member and Oregon House Speaker @repfahey.bsky.social and Oregon Democrats got this done!

Speaker Julie Fahey @repfahey.bsky.social · 12d

(1/3) With today’s Senate vote, Oregon passed a much-needed transportation package that will mean safer roads & bridges, reliable buses, and stronger accountability for every dollar spent.
#ORleg #ORpol
oregoncapitalchronicle.com/2025/09/29/o...

Oregon Senate passes $4.3 billion transportation package • Oregon Capital Chronicle

The Oregon Senate on Monday is meeting for a final vote on a long-awaited transportation bill to fund road operations and maintenance.

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Heather Williams @heather4dems.bsky.social · 10d

Early voting in Virginia has already begun!

If you want to show the GOP you’re not buying any of the BS they’re trying to sell you, go elect a new Democratic trifecta in Virginia! This is the first major electoral test of the Trump 2.0 era. Learn more: DLCC.org/Virginia

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Heather Williams @heather4dems.bsky.social · 10d

First, the GOP’s DOGE cuts eliminated thousands of jobs and endangered essential services. Then, Republicans cut Medicaid and refused to tackle rising prices.

Now, they’re shutting down the government – all so they can dismantle health care access.

They couldn’t be more out of step.

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Heather Williams @heather4dems.bsky.social · 11d

What @maynivar.com said ⬇️

Virginia’s state House elections are just weeks away, and you can make your voice heard at the ballot box NOW! Let’s elect May to protect and expand our Dem majority in the House of Delegates this November: dlcc.org/candidates/m...

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Heather Williams @heather4dems.bsky.social · 11d

When Dems are in power in the states, they make real and meaningful change.

Proud of Minnesota DFLers for continuing to make progress on this crucial issue and working to keep their constituents safe from gun violence.

Erin Murphy @epmurphymn.bsky.social · 11d

Extreme Risk Protection Orders have been used 281 times to prevent dangerous people from using guns in schools, workplaces, or against police officers.

We’ve got more work to do, but this law has saved lives in communities across Minnesota.

www.startribune.com/red-flag-gun...

A state law has prevented school and workplace shootings, but enforcement is inconsistent

Public records show that the state’s red flag gun law has helped law enforcement confiscate guns from people with violent plans. Some counties, though, have rarely or never used it, raising worry abou...

www.startribune.com

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Heather Williams @heather4dems.bsky.social · 11d

South Carolina Republicans will hold hearings on their extreme anti-abortion bill tomorrow.

It would essentially implement a total ban on abortion, eliminate most legal exceptions, and criminalize anyone who provides or helps someone access care.

South Carolina Democratic Party @scdemocrats.bsky.social · 12d

The most extreme abortion ban in South Carolina history, SB 323, has a public hearing THIS WEDNESDAY at 9:30 AM in the State House.

Republicans want to criminalize doctors, punish families, and strip away our freedoms. We must stand up now. #SCPol #StopSB323

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Heather Williams @heather4dems.bsky.social · 12d

If Dems want to take back the U.S. House in 2026, then we need more blue states to counter the GOP’s redistricting scheme.

@thedlcc.bsky.social is leading the strategy to flip more state legislatures blue for the next decade and give more Dem majorities – like Maryland – the power to act.

Governor Wes Moore @govwesmoore.bsky.social · 13d

The President does not get to pick and choose which states should have “fair maps” while other states sit on their hands.

While other states are determining whether or not they have fair maps, so will Maryland.

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Heather Williams @heather4dems.bsky.social · 12d

We’re just FIVE WEEKS out from November’s crucial elections in Virginia!

Right now, @thedlcc.bsky.social Spotlight candidates like Del. @jetforva.bsky.social are out knocking doors and talking to voters about how state Dems are working on the issues that matter most to them.

Josh Thomas @jetforva.bsky.social · 13d

Huge thank you to Delegate Kathy Tran for coming out to join us in HD-21 to knock doors! We know how important it is to get the word out on everything Democrats are doing to support working families across the Commonwealth.

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Heather Williams @heather4dems.bsky.social · 12d

Republicans’ scheme to gerrymander themselves into power ahead of the midterms isn’t slowing down. The Missouri GOP made their new maps – which give them 7 congressional seats to Democrats’ 1 – official.

We must grow our Democratic majorities in the states to counter these moves.

Democracy Docket @democracydocket.com · 13d

BREAKING: Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe (R) just signed Trump’s gerrymander into law.

If courts do not intervene, a referendum effort fails or the GOP again ignores the will of voters, the GOP will have locked in a 7–1 majority in the U.S. House for the rest of the decade.

Missouri Gov. Signs Extreme Gerrymander, Ballot Initiative Crackdown Into Law

Read more here.

www.democracydocket.com

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Heather Williams @heather4dems.bsky.social · 17d

Debra Shigley's overperformance last night makes it clear: Even in deep red areas, voters across the country are showing up, taking a stand against Republicans’ extreme agenda, and giving state Dems who are actually advocating for their communities a big boost in support!

Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee @thedlcc.bsky.social · 17d

We’re grateful to Debra Shigley for running an incredibly strong race.

Her overperformance is just the latest example of the energy on the ground that is going to help us flip seats in state legislatures across the country this November and next year.

Debra Shigley Shines in Yet Another Democratic Overperformance in 2025

Democrats continue to cut into Republican leads forcing the GOP to spend on safe races

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Heather Williams @heather4dems.bsky.social · 21d

This November, @thedlcc.bsky.social is ready to:

✅Protect and expand Dems’ majority in the Virginia House
✅Keep the NJ Assembly blue
✅Elect Sen. Ghazala Hashmi Virginia’s next lieutenant governor

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Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee @thedlcc.bsky.social · 22d

Why are we feeling so confident about Democrats’ chances in Virginia? Well, the numbers speak for themselves.

1️⃣Democrats are running strong candidates in all 100 districts, and there are several GOP retirements we can capitalize on…🧵

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Heather Williams @heather4dems.bsky.social · 22d

Virginia voters are heading to the polls for the first day of early voting! The MAGA agenda has been disastrous for Virginia - raising prices, eliminating thousands of jobs, and cutting health care. We’re confident that voters will put their trust in Democratic leadership.

Virginia’s early voting season begins Friday, ushering in pivotal election • Virginia Mercury

Early voting begins Friday in Virginia’s high-stakes general election, opening a six-week window for voters to cast their ballots in races for governor, lieutenant governor, attorney general, all 100 ...

virginiamercury.com

Heather Williams @heather4dems.bsky.social · 23d

Introducing the next leader of the California Senate! Congratulations to @thedlcc.bsky.social Board Member, Senator Monique Limón, the Golden State’s soon-to-be Senate President Pro Tem! She has been a fantastic contributor to our work electing state Dems. A huge win for California!

Monique Limón to lead California State Senate sooner than expected

Democratic Senators who control the upper house of the state legislature voted for Limón to be their next Pro Tem earlier this year.

www.kcra.com

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Heather Williams @heather4dems.bsky.social · 26d

Defending the one-seat majority in the Minnesota Senate remains a top priority for the DLCC. Amanda and Louis will deliver the kind of bold, unflinching leadership their communities deserve.

Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee @thedlcc.bsky.social · 26d

🚨 NEW ON SPOTLIGHT 🚨 Two Minnesota Democrats running in special elections to defend DFLers' slim majority in the Minnesota Senate this November!

Meet our champions: 🧵

Heather Williams @heather4dems.bsky.social · 28d

THIS is what happens when Dems are in power in the states!

As kids across New York head back to school this year, they will all have access to free meals.

Free breakfast, lunches offered in NYS public, charter schools

HAMBURG, N.Y. (WIVB) — Students in New York State public and charter schools do not have to worry about going hungry during the school day, as this new school year marks New York’s stat…

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Heather Williams @heather4dems.bsky.social · Sep 9

Reminder that this year alone, @thedlcc.bsky.social and state Democrats have:

✅Won 5 chamber-majority-deciding special elections
✅Flipped 3 red seats blue
✅Overperformed in special elections by an average of 10+ points

Momentum is strong as we get closer to November’s elections!

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Heather Williams @heather4dems.bsky.social · Sep 8

Texas Republicans called two special sessions this summer. First, they forced through newly rigged congressional maps. Then, they made it harder for people to register to vote.

Their attacks on our democracy are intentional and strategic.

Legislature Rolls Back Same-Day Voter Registration Reforms

Texas lawmakers have voted to roll back a same-day voter registration change, sending the measure to Gov. Greg Abbott's desk for final approval.

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