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Washington State Democrats @wadems.org · 34m

Ballots for the November General Election are hitting mailboxes next week!
Make sure yours arrives on time. Check your registration or update your info today at VoteWA.gov

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Washington State Democrats @wadems.org · 1h

“Without the Affordable Care Act, Americans will die.”
300,000+ Washingtonians could lose coverage. 14 rural hospitals could close.
Republicans, end this chaos, do your job!

Local Leaders Say Government Shutdown Puts Healthcare At Risk

Learn about the potential impact of the federal government shutdown on healthcare and food access in Washington, as warned by Rep. Pramila Jayapal.

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Washington State Democrats @wadems.org · 2h

The WAGOP would prefer to waste $millions of your taxes deploying troops against their own neighbors than invest in serious, evidence-backed solutions for reducing crime.

WA GOP supports Trump's use of troops

“Portland today, Seattle tomorrow.” Washington state Republicans support Trump’s use of federal troops in Portland and other U.S. cities — some say it’s time for Seattle to be next.

www.seattletimes.com

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Washington State Democrats @wadems.org · 3h

While Republicans are on vacation, families go hungry, and federal workers miss paychecks.
Their goal? Cut your health care and raise your costs.

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Washington State Democrats @wadems.org · 5h

Congress is still at a standstill.
Republicans have blocked 6 attempts to reopen the government. Meanwhile, military paychecks are days from being missed, and federal workers are bracing for more furloughs and lost wages.

Shutdown day eight: Congress standoff unchanged as first missed federal payday nears • Washington State Standard

WASHINGTON — Congress has just one week to break the stalemate and fund the government before active duty military members miss their first paycheck of the shutdown.

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Washington State Democrats @wadems.org · 6h

The American people are ready for leaders who put them first.

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Washington State Democrats @wadems.org · 22h

SCOTUS could overturn WA’s ban on conversion therapy for minors, putting LGBTQ+ kids at risk of harmful procedures. This is personal.
We cannot put our kids’ health and safety on the line. WA Dems will fight every step to get them the care they need.

SCOTUS case threatens WA's conversion therapy protections

A Christian counselor's challenge to Colorado's law could undercut bans in states like WA.

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Washington State Democrats @wadems.org · 1d

Don’t be fooled by Chad Magendanz’s moderate act. His track record is clear: he stands with extreme policies that put hard-working Washingtonians last.

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Washington State Democrats @wadems.org · 1d

Sen. Murray is right: ‘Another baseless attempt to try to scare federal workers.’ Trump is punishing the very people keeping our government running by denying them back pay. So much for ‘putting Americans first.’

White House Signals It May Try to Deny Back Pay to Furloughed Federal Workers

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Washington State Democrats @wadems.org · 1d

30,000 King County families could go hungry, and 80,000 federal workers may miss their paychecks. Kids’ meals, parents’ bills, and seniors' health care, everything’s at stake.
Who’s at fault? Republicans who have the House, Senate, and White House.

The federal government is still shut down. Here's what that means across the country

The federal government is currently shut down. The NPR Network is following the ways the government shutdown is affecting services across the country.

www.npr.org

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Washington State Democrats @wadems.org · 1d

1 MILLION in job cuts, the highest number since the pandemic.
The labor market is tanking under Trump’s watch, and instead of solutions, Trump only offers chaos.

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Washington State Democrats @wadems.org · 1d

Because of the Republican-led federal government shutdown, 30,000 families in King County could lose access to WIC. Seattle and King County are scrambling to provide emergency aid, but nothing can fill the gap when extremists play games with families’ well-being.

Seattle, King County offer food vouchers for WIC recipients if shutdown continues

As the federal government shutdown continues, Seattle and King County officials have announced a plan to help families who rely on WIC — a federal food assistance program for mothers, babies, and chil...

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Washington State Democrats @wadems.org · 1d

Spooky season is here, but not to Rep. Dan Newhouse. He’s been ghosting his constituents all year long.

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Washington State Democrats @wadems.org · 1d

Families around the world have been forever changed by this bloodshed. We hope that honesty around human rights abuses, compassion for victims, and consequences for those who broke international law will bring truth and reconciliation.

Live updates: Israel and Hamas agree to a ceasefire, release of hostages and Palestinian prisoners

Israel and Hamas have agreed to pause fighting in Gaza and release some hostages and prisoners in an agreement that was first put forward by President Donald Trump.

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Washington State Democrats @wadems.org · 1d

Washington Democrats cherish peace and commend the leaders of Israel and Palestine for taking concrete steps to end the violence and return hostages to their families. The aftermath of this brutal war will be complex and strewn with obstacles.

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Washington State Democrats @wadems.org · 1d

Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal is right: the 21 deaths in ICE custody are unacceptable and a direct result of the Trump administration’s expansion of private, for-profit detention centers that put profits over people.
We stand with her to demand accountability!

2025 Fiscal Year Among the Deadliest in ICE History for Detained Migrants

Nearly all of ICE’s detention centers are run by privately owned companies and have been criticized for overcrowding and unsanitary living conditions.

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Washington State Democrats @wadems.org · 2d

Michelle Caldier is a threat to Washingtonians’ health, rights, and freedoms. Her voting history shows she’ll stop at nothing to roll back reproductive rights and endanger our access to care.

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Washington State Democrats @wadems.org · 2d

Latino voters!
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Voz Democrática WhatsApp Channel. ¡Bienvenidos a Voz Democrática! El canal oficial del Comité Nacional Demócrata dedicado a conectar y atraer a los simpatizantes latinos de todo el país con los último...

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Washington State Democrats @wadems.org · 2d

If the Republican-led Congress lets ACA-enhanced premium tax credit expire, MILLIONS of Americans will see their health care premiums more than double in 2026. This will put coverage out of reach for families who rely on it the most.
Republicans, you must act now!

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Washington State Democrats @wadems.org · 2d

Congratulations to Mary Brunkow for winning the 2025 Nobel Prize in Medicine! Her groundbreaking work on immune tolerance shows why investing in research saves lives. It’s time for Congress to invest more federal funding in scientists shaping our future.

Seattle scientist among medicine Nobel Prize winners for work on peripheral immune tolerance

Mary E. Brunkow, Fred Ramsdell and Shimon Sakaguchi won the Nobel Prize in medicine on Monday for their discoveries concerning peripheral immune tolerance.

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Washington State Democrats @wadems.org · 2d

WA voters!
Don’t let USPS delays stop you from voting. Mail your ballot early: 7-10 days before Election Day. As Nov. 4th comes, use official drop boxes to ensure your vote counts.
Let’s make sure every vote is counted!

Washington ballots mailed on Election Day or even days in advance could be thrown out due to postmark delays

Washington voters who mail their ballots on Election Day this November, or even days in advance, could have their ballots thrown out as a result of compounding cost-cutting measures by the United Stat

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Rep. Adam Smith @adamsmith.house.gov · 2d

Republicans have now led us through 7 days of a government shutdown. That's one who week without bipartisan negotiations and a plan to protect health care for over 30,000 people in Washington's Ninth District.

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Washington State Democrats @wadems.org · 2d

From losing health care services to airport delays and now Trump threatening no back pay for furloughed federal workers, the Republican-led federal government shutdown is showing us exactly who they’re willing to sacrifice: hard-working families.

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Washington State Democrats @wadems.org · 2d

In Washington, 195,000+ moms and kids depend on WIC for food and formula. The Republican led federal government shutdown threatens their health and survival. Families shouldn’t pay for political games. Congress must act now to keep kids fed and communities safe.

Government shutdown threatens food aid program relied on by millions of families

Experts say a food aid program that helps 6 million low-income mothers and young children will run out of federal money unless the government shutdown ends within two weeks.

apnews.com

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Washington State Democrats @wadems.org · 3d

While Michelle Caldier calls herself a moderate, she’s still in a party that continues to put politics and personal interest over people.
Sen. Deb Krishnadasan will continue to fight for education, affordability, and real solutions that truly improve the lives of Washingtonians.

In high-stakes WA Senate race, candidates tout fiscal responsibility, moderate approach

An appointed state senator faces a challenge from a six-time representative in the 26th District, one of the state's closest races this November.

www.kitsapsun.com

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