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Michael Kolenc

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Democratic political professional and media maker at CN4 Partners. Alum of many things. Astros fan.

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Michael Kolenc @michaelkolenc.bsky.social · Aug 22

Talked to @calmatters.org and @akoseff.bsky.social about all things gerrymander and Newsom. Enjoy! calmatters.org/politics/202...

Democrats wanted someone to ‘punch back.’ They got him when Newsom took on Texas

Democrats are searching for a leader to take on President Trump. Gov. Gavin Newsom embraced that role with new online trolling and a proposed gerrymander to counter a GOP power play in Texas.

calmatters.org

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Michael Kolenc @michaelkolenc.bsky.social · 2d

Senate Democrats did not show up prepared for this hearing with Bondi. Sad.

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Bobby Cole @bobbyfortx.bsky.social · 3d

If you're opposed to Greg Abbott allowing Texas National Guard troops to invade a peaceful American city, it's probably a good time to speak up.

(512) 463-1782 - Information and Referral and Opinion Hotline

Or send a comment at gov.texas.gov/apps/contact...

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vikkigoodwintx.bsky.social @vikkigoodwintx.bsky.social · 13d

Hitting the road across the Rio Grande Valley! I’d love to meet you and hear what matters most to your family. Come share your thoughts, ask questions, and let’s talk about the changes Texas needs.

Find all the details and locations at GoodWin4Texas.com

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Bobby Cole @bobbyfortx.bsky.social · 23d

People ask, "where the heck did this guy come from?" I'll tell you: the working class. A nurse and an airplane mechanic. Union members. Veterans. Farmers.

That's why I'm not afraid of hard work, and I intend to work hard for the people of Texas.

coleforgovernor.com

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Michael Kolenc @michaelkolenc.bsky.social · Sep 8

Limit 5 with card

Michael Kolenc @michaelkolenc.bsky.social · Sep 8

Inflation is out of control

Avocados at grocery store are marked for $149.

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vikkigoodwintx.bsky.social @vikkigoodwintx.bsky.social · Sep 5

Standing firm against Lt. Gov. Patrick’s misguided THC ban.
Like most Texans, I support smart regulation, not prohibition. We can protect children while respecting adult freedom. That’s why this extreme ban failed in the regular session and both special sessions.

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Jason "Red5" Lyall @jaylyall.bsky.social · Sep 4

Nine grafs deep into the article and we find out:

"Pentagon officials were still working Wednesday on what legal authority they would tell the public was used to back up the extraordinary strike in international waters."

Trump Administration Says Boat Strike Is Start of Campaign Against Venezuelan Cartels

www.nytimes.com

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Michael Kolenc @michaelkolenc.bsky.social · Sep 4

Too late

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Fort Worth Report @fortworthreport.bsky.social · Sep 3

Republican Tarrant County commissioners vote down reinstating Election Day voting sites

" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Goss-TarrantCountyCommissionersCourt-09-scaled-1.jpg?fit=300%2C200&quality=89&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Goss-TarrantCountyCommissionersCourt-09-scaled-1.jpg?fit=780%2C520&quality=89&ssl=1" />Democratic Commissioner Alisa Simmons tried to add 37 Election Day polling locations two weeks after the court cut more than 100.

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Michael Kolenc @michaelkolenc.bsky.social · Aug 28

He’ll turn on anyone not named Donald Trump!

Michael Kolenc @michaelkolenc.bsky.social · Aug 22

Talked to @calmatters.org and @akoseff.bsky.social about all things gerrymander and Newsom. Enjoy! calmatters.org/politics/202...

Democrats wanted someone to ‘punch back.’ They got him when Newsom took on Texas

Democrats are searching for a leader to take on President Trump. Gov. Gavin Newsom embraced that role with new online trolling and a proposed gerrymander to counter a GOP power play in Texas.

calmatters.org

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Houston Chronicle @houstonchronicle.com · Aug 21

U.S. Rep. Lloyd Doggett: Texas redistricting could end 30-year run in Congress. bit.ly/4mvsY99

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Michael Kolenc @michaelkolenc.bsky.social · Aug 15

*Ham sandwich joke here*

Jordan Fischer @jordanonrecord.bsky.social · Aug 15

BREAKING: Federal prosecutors said today they went to a grand jury twice to indict a D.C. woman for assaulting an FBI agent during an arrest by ICE — and were twice rejected.

Notably, she faces the same charge as the District's alleged sandwich thrower.
www.wusa9.com/article/news...

US Attorney Pirro's office admits grand jury refused ICE interference charges — twice

Federal prosecutors told a judge they had failed twice to secure an indictment against Sydney Lori Reid for allegedly assaulting an FBI agent during an ICE arrest.

www.wusa9.com

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vikkigoodwintx.bsky.social @vikkigoodwintx.bsky.social · Aug 9

Paxton and Abbott are desperate. Texas Democrats are determined. Despite a lawsuit meant to remove me from office, I am undeterred. I will stand strong for democracy, the people of Texas, and the people of the US. #txlege

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vikkigoodwintx.bsky.social @vikkigoodwintx.bsky.social · Aug 4

Trump is ordering Abbott to rig our congressional districts. Hundreds of Texans showed up to say “no redistricting now.” Voters should pick their elected leaders, not the other way around. I left w/my Democratic colleagues to put a stop to this power grab.

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jen rice @jenrice.bsky.social · Jul 28

in a rare TX redistricting ~crossover episode~ tarrant county commissioner alisa simmons speaks at today's TX congressional map public hearing: "welcome to ground zero of redistricting." she's also fighting the GOP mid-decade plan that racially gerrymandered the local district she represents.

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Michael Kolenc @michaelkolenc.bsky.social · Jul 28

Pace picante sauce commercial voice

Beverly Hills California?!

Houston Chronicle @houstonchronicle.com · Jul 28

Shipley Do-Nuts, the Houston-based purveyor of kolaches and doughnuts, has been acquired by Levine Leichtman Capital Partners, a private equity firm based in Beverly Hills, Calif. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. bit.ly/3UwtE1t

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Michael Kolenc @michaelkolenc.bsky.social · Jul 25

Am I going to see you at the @vikkigoodwintx.bsky.social Dallas event Saturday?

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Faith Bugenhagen @fbugenhagen.bsky.social · Jul 8

BREAKING: Houston City Council At-Large member Letitia Plummer wants Harris County's top job—and a new direction for the county.

She exclusively discusses her plans and campaign as she officially launches her bid for county judge @chron.com
www.chron.com/politics/art...

Letitia Plummer launches bid for Harris County's top job

"I am in this race to ensure there will be a true Democrat in this seat..."

www.chron.com

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vikkigoodwintx.bsky.social @vikkigoodwintx.bsky.social · Jul 6

When there’s a need, people show up. Thank you to Hays County commissioners, Kyle city Council members, community volunteers, and community members for showing up today. Lots of items were donated and now Bob and I are driving to Kerrville to drop them off. Prayers to all the families impacted.

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San Antonio Express-News @expressnews.com · Jul 2

San Antonio's Joaquin Castro and Austin's James Talarico also looking at the governor's race next year.

Why this Texas farmer thinks he can stop Greg Abbott's reelection bid

San Antonio's Joaquin Castro and Austin's James Talarico also looking at the governor's race next year.

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Faith Bugenhagen @fbugenhagen.bsky.social · Jun 25

NEW: Spoke with Democrat @bobbyfortx.bsky.social, who launched his campaign for Texas governor on Monday.

He describes himself as a "traditional Democrat," drawing inspiration from the Lone Star State's own Lyndon B. Johnson. @chron.com

www.chron.com/politics/art...

Can an East Texas farmer upset Greg Abbott for governor?

Abbott is "tearing up everything we've built, kissing up to bullies and billionaires..."

www.chron.com

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