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West Coast Women Forward (A Persist Affiliate) @westcoastwomen.bsky.social · 6d

@repgregstanton.bsky.social are there any updates on the effort to #freekellyyu?

West Coast Women Forward (A Persist Affiliate) @westcoastwomen.bsky.social · 6d

What updates to you have on the effort to #freekellyyu
Any word from @captmarkkelly.bsky.social?

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West Coast Women Forward (A Persist Affiliate) @westcoastwomen.bsky.social · 6d

Any updates on the effort to #FreeKellyYu

West Coast Women Forward (A Persist Affiliate) @westcoastwomen.bsky.social · 6d

Let’s amplify voices who act & inspire! ✨
thepersistnetwork.bsky.social oneactionaday.bsky.social @hcrichardson.bsky.social @elizaorlins.bsky.social @leahgreenberg.bsky.social @katiephang.bsky.social @nolahaynes1.substack.com @dadnails.bsky.social @mollyjongfast.bsky.social
#DoSomething #WomenLead

PERSIST. (@thepersistnetwork.bsky.social)

The power network for politically inclined and socially conscious women. We're reshaping the narrative, rewriting the rules, and reclaiming it all. Join Us: www.thepersistnetwork.com

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West Coast Women Forward (A Persist Affiliate) @westcoastwomen.bsky.social · 6d

🔥 New Do Something episode alert! rhutabhayga.bsky.social sits down with WCW favorite amybrenneman.bsky.social for a powerful conversation on creativity, activism & staying rooted in purpose Just do @oneactionaday.bsky.social

👉 Watch here: substack.com/@rhutabhayga...

Do Something - guest Amy Brenneman

Multi-talented, award-winning, and deeply inspiring

substack.com

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West Coast Women Forward (A Persist Affiliate) @westcoastwomen.bsky.social · 9d

What are they afraid of? What's in these files? @repgregstanton.bsky.social @repyassansari.bsky.social Asking for a friend @adelitaforcongress.bsky.social?

Adelita for Congress @adelitaforcongress.bsky.social · 9d

I will be the 218th signature on the discharge petition on the Epstein files.

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West Coast Women Forward (A Persist Affiliate) @westcoastwomen.bsky.social · 10d

What will happen next year if you need healthcare and you don't have a job that provides you benefits? Will you be able to afford it? #westcoastwomencares

Keys for Liberty @demskeys.bsky.social · 13d

What's happening with the government shutdown? Republicans are holding the government hostage to get their extreme agenda passed.

Democrats are fighting for a fair budget that benefits everyone.
We're supposed to be a Republic, NOT a monarchy or dictatorship!
#TrumpsGovernmentShutdown

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West Coast Women Forward (A Persist Affiliate) @westcoastwomen.bsky.social · 12d

That's a great question, one that everyone including @adelitaforcongress.bsky.social would like to know! www.kgun9.com/news/local-n...

www.instagram.com/p/DPCnRKOkk4l/

Timing for Grijalva’s swear-in in question

Adelita Grijalva won CD 7 this week but is feeling some suspense over when she’ll be sworn in and whether that will be delayed in a way that will keep her from making some important votes.

www.kgun9.com

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West Coast Women Forward (A Persist Affiliate) @westcoastwomen.bsky.social · 14d

The fight starts now: sign e-petitions to get our AZ champions @repgregstanton.bsky.social @yassaminansari.bsky.social @krismayes.bsky.social and @adelitaforcongress.bsky.social on the ballot: apps.azsos.gov/equal/ and let’s win in 2026!

Bold gold outline of Arizona with stars marking key districts. In the center, fully visible large white text reads: “Step One: Sign. Step Two: Win.” The graphic uses strong civic colors and encourages viewers to sign petitions to help Arizona candidates get on the ballot in 2026.

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West Coast Women Forward (A Persist Affiliate) @westcoastwomen.bsky.social · 14d

Hamadeh could ask the administration to review Kelly Yu’s case. He hasn’t — and won’t. @nwvindivisible.bsky.social @azagmayes.bsky.social knows AZ deserves leaders who show up. #AZ8 #AZPoliticshttps://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/news/arizona-republican-censured-helping-immigrant-detained-ice-22694932

Empty chair with spotlight in front of the Capitol and text questioning Abe Hamadeh’s absence. The background is navy blue. The chair is black. The lettering is a pale yellow and so is the spotlight under the chair.

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West Coast Women Forward (A Persist Affiliate) @westcoastwomen.bsky.social · 14d

Step one: sign e-petitions so our candidates make the ballot. ✍️ apps.azsos.gov/equal/
@4ourposterity.bsky.social @mutsy67.bsky.social @azkellyk.bsky.social @indivisibleaz.bsky.social @az-ld28-dems.bsky.social @ld27democrats.bsky.social

A graphic shows a hand holding a pen over a petition form labeled “Petition” with several checkboxes. At the top, bold text reads “Help Candidates Qualify – Sign E-Petitions!” The image uses navy and bright blue civic tones, with a clean, modern design emphasizing participation to support candidates.

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West Coast Women Forward (A Persist Affiliate) @westcoastwomen.bsky.social · 14d

2026 is critical: re-elect Governor Katie Hobbs, @adrianfontes.bsky.social, @krismayes.bsky.social + protect @adelitaforcongress.bsky.social, @yassaminansari.bsky.social, @repgregstanton.bsky.social. And yes — flip AZ-01, AZ-06 and AZ-08!

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West Coast Women Forward (A Persist Affiliate) @westcoastwomen.bsky.social · 14d

This big win for @adelitaforcongress.bsky.social proves what’s possible when we organize. Let’s carry this energy into 2026 — AZ’s future depends on it.
www.newsweek.com/adelita-grij...

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Indivisible Chicago Alliance ❌👑 @indivisiblechicago.bsky.social · 14d

❌️👑 October 18th: Join us in Chicago as we join millions of people across the country in a national day of action to declare: #HandsOffChicago + #NoKings!

✋🏿✋🏻✋🏽Rally/March with us & partners:
👉 Sat, Oct 18, 12PM
👉 Butler Field / Grant Park
👉 E Jackson & S Columbus Dr.

Info/sign-up ⤵️

Hands Off Chicago / No Kings! Rally and March · Indivisible Chicago

Here in Chicago we know how to rise up, fight back, and support each other. It is more important than ever that we do that together on October 18th as we show the nation and the world that Chicago is ...

www.mobilize.us

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West Coast Women Forward (A Persist Affiliate) @westcoastwomen.bsky.social · 16d

#WestCoastWomenForward wishes all who @thepersistnetwork.bsky.social and others who observe a sweet New Year — L’Shanah Tova 🍎🍯✨

May this season bring renewal, peace, and collective strength for the year ahead!

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West Coast Women Forward (A Persist Affiliate) @westcoastwomen.bsky.social · 19d

And if you need it, remember there is emergency voting available this weekend!

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West Coast Women Forward (A Persist Affiliate) @westcoastwomen.bsky.social · 22d

We recommend checking your voter registration and vote by mail status quarterly (monthly as elections approach) to ensure you weren't "inadvertently" dropped!

West Coast Women Forward (A Persist Affiliate) @westcoastwomen.bsky.social · 23d

LAST WEEKEND for Adelita! 🚨
Election Day is Sept 23 — and victory depends on what we do now. Join the final push: if you can't knock doors, @thepersistnetwork.bsky.social @elizaorlins.bsky.social @miafarrow.bsky.social make calls, talk to voters.

Volunteer hub ⬇️ docs.google.com/spreadsheets...

AZ-07 2026 Special Election Volunteer Hub

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West Coast Women Forward (A Persist Affiliate) @westcoastwomen.bsky.social · 25d

We have volunteer opportunities here too:
docs.google.com/spreadsheets...

AZ-07 2026 Special Election Volunteer Hub

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West Coast Women Forward (A Persist Affiliate) @westcoastwomen.bsky.social · 25d

We have donated hundreds and hundreds of hours and there are plenty more opportunities to volunteer: docs.google.com/spreadsheets...

AZ-07 2026 Special Election Volunteer Hub

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West Coast Women Forward (A Persist Affiliate) @westcoastwomen.bsky.social · 25d

If you live in a rural area, we encourage you to get your ballot in the mail today!

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West Coast Women Forward (A Persist Affiliate) @westcoastwomen.bsky.social · 27d

📢 AZ-07 voters: Election Day (Sept 23) falls on Rosh Hashanah. Request your mail in ballot by Fri., Sept. 12th at iwillvote.com Make your plan to vote early or by mail so your voice is counted. 🗳️

Full details from the Pima County Recorder ⬇️
www.recorder.pima.gov/PressRelease...

#VoteEarlyAZ #AZ07

A bold, colorful graphic. Top text says: “AZ-07 Voters: Election Day (Sept 23) is Rosh Hashanah – Vote Early or By Mail.” The center features an Arizona silhouette with District 07 highlighted, a ballot box, and a shofar (ram’s horn). At the bottom, an envelope and calendar icon accompany large, clear text: “VOTE EARLY OR BY MAIL!”

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West Coast Women Forward (A Persist Affiliate) @westcoastwomen.bsky.social · 27d

September is filled with traditions, festivals, and celebrations 🎉
Don’t let the #AZ07 Special Election sneak up on you!
🗳 Vote early in person or by mail
📅 Election Day: Sept 23
➡️ iwillvote.com | Voter hotline: 833-868-3429
@wethepeopler.bsky.social @indivisiblenogales.bsky.social

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West Coast Women Forward (A Persist Affiliate) @westcoastwomen.bsky.social · 27d

With tomorrow being the last day to request a ballot by mail, it's critical we get the word out. Not everyone can go in person. This district has a lot of rural areas and voters may need to travel an hour or more to get to their polling locations.

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West Coast Women Forward (A Persist Affiliate) @westcoastwomen.bsky.social · 29d

Food, Shelter ...

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