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Orlando Sentinel @orlandosentinel.com · 6d

DOJ contradicts DeSantis: Some detainees at ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ likely never in removal proceedings trib.al/G52CC6V

DOJ contradicts DeSantis: Some detainees at ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ likely never in removal proceedings

By MIKE SCHNEIDER ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — U.S. government lawyers say that detainees at the immigration detention center in the Florida Everglades known as “Alligator Alcatraz” likel…

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Governor JB Pritzker @govpritzker.illinois.gov · 9d

ICE is running around Chicago harassing people for not being white.

Just a year ago, that was illegal in the United States and now it’s commonplace.

That’s not making America great again.

South Shore Residents Return To Ransacked Apartments After ICE Raid: 'It Looks Like Hell'

A "now renting" sign outside touts granite countertops. Inside, residents are trying to make sense of the raid that made their already neglected building even worse.

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The Lincoln Project @lincolnproject.us · 9d

Oop. Turns out that voters blame the GOP more for the shutdown by an average of 12 pts.

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Florida Democrats @fladems.bsky.social · 10d

Rep. María Salazar claims to stand with working families — but voted to gut ACA tax credits that thousands in her own district rely on. Floridians can’t afford her broken promises on health care.

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Florida Democrats @fladems.bsky.social · 10d

In 2010, Democrats passed the Affordable Care Act — expanding coverage to millions, protecting pre-existing conditions, and making care more affordable. Now Republicans want to dismantle it.

Democrats believe health care is a right, not a privilege. www.cbpp.org/research/hea...

Entering Their Second Decade, Affordable Care Act Coverage Expansions Have Helped Millions, Provide the Basis for Further Progress | Center on Budget and Policy Priorities

The Affordable Care Act (ACA) expanded eligibility for affordable health coverage.

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Florida Democrats @fladems.bsky.social · 10d

Republicans: *Controls every branch, blames it on Democrats*

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Florida Democrats @fladems.bsky.social · 9d

This #HispanicHeritageMonth, we celebrate Luisa Santos, an educator, community leader, and proud DACA recipient who made history serving on the Miami-Dade School Board.

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Nikki Fried @nikkifried.bsky.social · 9d

They're celebrating. Meanwhile, can your kid find a job?

Have you checked your healthcare premiums for next year?

Ron Filipkowski @ronfilipkowski.bsky.social · 9d

Posted by the President of the United States.

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Florida Democrats @fladems.bsky.social · 12d

Grassroots organizing powered BIG wins in September's special elections.

Now we’re building for 2026 with year-round voter registration, VBM re-enrollment & canvassing.

Help us hit our end-of-quarter goal tonight to keep the momentum going! 👇
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Support our year-round organizing program!

Show your support with a contribution.

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Florida Democrats @fladems.bsky.social · 12d

Republicans control the White House. They control the House and Senate. A government shutdown is on them.

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Florida Democrats @fladems.bsky.social · 12d

“But more often of late, the lawsuit alleges, [Ron DeSantis] has ‘often chosen to deviate from Florida’s longstanding practice of timely special elections, in violation of his mandatory statutory duty.’”
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ACLU of Florida sues DeSantis over vacant Hillsborough County Senate seat • Florida Phoenix

The ACLU of Florida has sued Gov. Ron DeSantis on behalf of a Tampa voter, challenging his refusal to call a special election to fill a vacancy in the Florida Senate left when he appointed Jay Collins...

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Florida Democrats @fladems.bsky.social · 13d

Weekend recap: phones ringing, doors knocked, energy high. Across the state, Florida Democrats turned out strong — reconnecting with voters, building momentum, and fueling grassroots energy. 💪💙

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Florida Democrats @fladems.bsky.social · 13d

This weekend, FDP Chair Nikki Fried, Vice Chair Daniel Henry, and Vice Chair of Black Voter Engagement Curtis Johnson proudly joined Onyx Magazine’s Men of Honor Dinner to celebrate and uplift powerful service, leadership, and community in action.

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Florida Democrats @fladems.bsky.social · 19d

It’s football season, Florida! 🏈 Rep your college colors with the FDP Varsity Collection: store.floridadems.org/varsity

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Florida Democrats @fladems.bsky.social · 19d

THIS WEEKEND: Florida Democrats are powering up to help Floridians stay vote-ready and re-enroll in vote-by-mail.

Ready to fight back? Register now >> https://www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/833451/

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Florida Democrats @fladems.bsky.social · 18d

🚨 FLORIDA VOTERS: You must now submit a new vote-by-mail request before every election!

Visit bit.ly/mysoe to re-enroll, and help alert others by joining our Weekend of Action >> https://www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/833451/

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Florida Democrats @fladems.bsky.social · 18d

Record joblessness, under-enrolled schools, unaffordable property taxes, unsellable homes. All symptoms of Florida Republicans’ failure to protect Floridians.

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Nikki Fried @nikkifried.bsky.social · 21d

Welcome to the “free” State of Florida.

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Nikki Fried @nikkifried.bsky.social · 24d

To my fellow Americans,

When we depart from the core values of our nation, values great Americans have died on the battlefield defending, what are we left with?

We will get through this moment, but what America looks like after is up to each & every one of us.

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Florida Democrats @fladems.bsky.social · 26d

YOUR VOTE MATTERS. Today, on National Voter Registration Day, visit floridadems.org/voting to register, check your status, and make sure your voice is heard!

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Florida Democrats @fladems.bsky.social · 26d

Democrats have lifted families out of poverty, expanded healthcare, defended democracy, and built the modern economy.
This is who we are. Own it. https://www.epi.org/press/new-report-finds-that-the-economy-performs-better-under-democratic-presidential-administrations/

New report finds that the economy performs better under Democratic presidential administrations

For well over a decade economists and other social scientists have documented a strong advantage in economic performance during Democratic administrations. A new Economic Policy Institute report updat...

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Florida Democrats @fladems.bsky.social · 27d

"This is a moment in history when we need to promote safer environments, not embolden those who could abuse the ruling’s intent to sow seeds of terror," said FDP Chair Nikki Fried.

Read our full statement ⤵️
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Florida Democratic Party Chair Nikki Fried Responds to First DCA Open Carry Decision

Florida Democratic Party Chair Nikki Fried released the following statement regarding the First District Court of Appeals ruling that Florida’s ban on the open carry of firearms is unconstitutional: “...

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Nikki Fried @nikkifried.bsky.social · Sep 10

I am deeply disturbed by the murder of Charlie Kirk. Violence has NO place in our politics, and the Florida Democratic Party condemns this despicable and heinous act in the strongest of terms. I will keep Charlie’s wife, Erika, and their young children in my prayers."

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Florida Democrats @fladems.bsky.social · Sep 3

What part of cutting ‘ineffective spending’ includes wasting taxpayer dollars to cover up rainbow crosswalks, distracting from a housing crisis, and harassing educators instead of investing in our schools?

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Florida Democrats @fladems.bsky.social · Sep 3

“The DeSantis Admin’s decision to end vaccine requirements...is yet another morally bankrupt play that will make our communities less safe, all while Republicans are kicking 2 million Floridians off their healthcare," said FDP Chair Nikki Fried.

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Florida Democrats Slam DeSantis Administration and Florida Surgeon General Joseph Lapado for the Reckless and Dangerous Decision to End Vaccine Requirements in the State

Florida Democratic Party Chair Nikki Fried released the following statement after Governor Ron DeSantis and Florida Attorney General Joseph Lapado announced that the State of Florida would end vaccine...

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