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Chicago women donors & activists passionate about electing Democrats. Raised $9.1 million since 2017 to support Dem candidates and GOTV orgs. 2025-26 cycle focus: Governors, state AGs, state Supreme Courts, new media. Join us! Iteil.org #StrongerTogether

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Invest to Elect Illinois @investtoelect.bsky.social · Jun 2

Every day this! #Project2026

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New York Attorney General Letitia James @newyorkstateag.bsky.social · 2d

This is nothing more than a continuation of the president’s desperate weaponization of our justice system.

I am not fearful — I am fearless.

We will fight these baseless charges aggressively, and my office will continue to fiercely protect New Yorkers and their rights..

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#TuckFrump @realtuckfrumper.bsky.social · 2d

Letitia James accuses Donald Trump of ‘weaponizing’ US justice system after her indictment – US politics live

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Letitia James accuses Donald Trump of ‘weaponizing’ US justice system after her indictment – US politics live

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lisadeeleysmith.bsky.social @lisadeeleysmith.bsky.social · 2d

The committee: "At a time when democracy is under threat, it is more important than ever to defend this common ground.We see the same trends globally: rule of law abused by those in control, free media silenced, critics imprisoned, and societies pushed towards authoritarian rule and militarisation."

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Walter Olson @walterolson.bsky.social · 2d

A woman “who keeps the flame of democracy burning amid a growing darkness.” Viva Maria Corina Machado and may Venezuela once again regain its freedom.

The Associated Press @apnews.com · 2d

BREAKING: For her work promoting democratic rights for the people of Venezuela, María Corina Machado wins the Nobel Peace Prize.

María Corina Machado of Venezuela wins the Nobel Peace Prize

Opposition activist María Corina Machado of Venezuela has won the Nobel Peace Prize. The Norwegian Nobel committee praised her as a key figure in unifying Venezuela's political opposition.

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Attorney General Keith Ellison @ag.state.mn.us · 2d

The indictment of Tish James and the indictment of James Comey — both completely unsupported by any actual fact — along with Trump’s raft of unconstitutional executive orders and the deliberate humiliation of top military leaders all have one thing in common: they’re hallmarks of fascism.

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Attorney General Matt Platkin @newjerseyoag.bsky.social · 2d

Trump has crossed a red line by indicting @newyorkstateag.bsky.social as an act of political retribution.

We won't stand by as he acts like a dictator.

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Pam🫘🧶💙🏳️‍🌈 #NoKings🚫👑 @pmmcdaniel.bsky.social · 2d

I wish the judge had added a prohibition on smashing car windows. Completely unnecessary. They arrested these two women for being brown while driving. Later released when they were allowed to prove their legal status.

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LongTime🤓FirstTime👨‍💻 @longtimehistory.bsky.social · 2d

ICE smash car window & drag 2 sisters out—in front of elementary school at pick up time.

13 masked agents surround car—while children yelled "It's ICE!" running away in fear.

Both Jocelyn and her sister, who was driving, are DACA recipients—and were released after allowed to prove legal status.

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Pam🫘🧶💙🏳️‍🌈 #NoKings🚫👑 @pmmcdaniel.bsky.social · 2d

BREAKING: A federal court has issued an order barring federal officers from using tear gas, pepper spray, or projectiles on protesters & journalists in the Broadview ICE Processing Center & wider Chicago region & requires that all officers clearly show which agency they work for on their uniforms.

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BREAKING: A federal court has issued an order barring federal officers from using tear gas, pepper spray, or projectiles on protesters and journalists in and around the Broadview ICE Processing Center...

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Attorney General William Tong @agwilliamtong.bsky.social · 2d

This is a dark moment for the American justice system and our democracy. I have worked alongside Letitia James for seven years. She is as tough and as fair as it gets, and a leader amongst attorneys general on both sides of the aisle. I stand with her unequivocally in this moment.

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Karen K. Ho @karenho.bsky.social · 2d

That reminded me of the ending of this advice column from @choire.bsky.social: www.theawl.com/page/497/?_i...

IMPORTANT FOOTNOTE WE NEED TO PAUSE HERE, BECAUSE THIS IS SUPER IMPORTANT. The whole “amazing job” thing is such a fundamental mistaken mindfuck. We think of this mythical job like Carrie Bradshaw thought about men. Mr. Big Job, LOL. The job that fixed my soul! It’s not real. I have met a few people in New York City who have had the ultimate Real Job. Big money, big power, big awe all around them. Almost to a person they have been laid off, or moved to Los Angeles, or quit that job for something that actually fit them, or, in a few cases, fucked up their lives. It is not all we imagine it is from the outside. Entirely release your mind from the foolish made-up idea of a “final fixed state,” in which our job is the Last Job We Will Have And It Will Feel So Right Every Day. Okay carry on. (LOL “CARRIE” ON.)

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Invest to Elect Illinois @investtoelect.bsky.social · 2d

Totes.

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Ian Rennie @theangelremiel.bsky.social · 2d

Probably not, as they know that what Trump actually is is fascist and they're fine with that.

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Steve Peers @stevepeers.bsky.social · 2d

Venezuelan democracy activist María Corina Machado wins Nobel peace prize
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Nobel Peace Prize 2025 live updates: Venezuelan democracy activist María Corina Machado wins

Nominations closed in January but US President Donald Trump had led a public campaign to win the award.

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The Zubeck @thezubeck.bsky.social · 2d

Hundreds of you protesting ICE facilities in animal costumes would be great. It just goes to show how absurdly pathetic this show of force by Trump and his minions is.

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Mueller, She Wrote @muellershewrote.com · 2d

The Republican shutdown continues.

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50501 New York @50501newyork.bsky.social · 2d

NYC Emergency Rally:
Hands Off Letitia James

This indictment is nothing more than a politically motivated attack by Trump to intimidate a Black woman who dares to hold him accountable—NY will fight back:

📅 Friday, October 10th
⏰ 5:30 PM
📍 Foley Square

Learn more:
www.mobilize.us/ny-wfp/event...

SOLIDARITY RALLY
HANDS OFF
TISH JAMES
FRIDAY (10/10)
FOLEY SQUARE AT 5:30

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Invest to Elect Illinois @investtoelect.bsky.social · 2d

Glad to see that kids around here have read many of these banned books for school.

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Jennifer C @thejenniwren.teamlh.social · 2d

It’s #BannedBooksWeek and yes, they banned To Kill a Mockingbird because it “makes people uncomfortable.”

That’s the point!

Books that expose racism and injustice should make you squirm.

Silencing truth is cowardice.
Read what they fear.📚

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The Oregonian @oregonian.com · 2d

Things are happening at Portland's ICE facility tonight.

Read more of our protest coverage here: www.oregonlive.com/crime/2025/1...

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Mark Lemley @marklemley.bsky.social · 3d

Good news: fossil fuels have plateaued and solar is growing by leaps and bounds worldwide

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Solar and wind power has grown faster than electricity demand this year, report says

A new analysis of solar and wind power shows its generation worldwide has outpaced electricity demand this year.

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George Conway 👊🇺🇸🔥 @gtconway.bsky.social · 3d

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Invest to Elect Illinois @investtoelect.bsky.social · 2d

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ALT: a statue of a man is surrounded by trees and a balloon in the shape of a dog

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merveswerve7.bsky.social @merveswerve7.bsky.social · 2d

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David Bailey @drgdave.bsky.social · 2d

Get ready to hear the howls of protest from Christian Evangelicals in 3, 2, 1 ---

No, wait.

In 3, 2, 1 ---

Um.

I said, in THREE ---
TWO ---
ONE ---

Hello?

Nothing?

Maybe now.

In three ---
Two ---

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Rachel Maddow @maddow.msnbc.com · 2d

"...including while she was praying with her eyes closed and hands lifted, wearing a clerical collar and stole."

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