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co-chair of California DSA annoyingly pedantic about history and housing join @demsocialists.bsky.social !

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William Prince @wjtprince.bsky.social · Jul 29

I very rarely post on here, but I am now co-chair of CA DSA and felt like I should share/celebrate!

Turning the Golden State red is no easy feat, but it doesn't get easier the longer we wait. Let's start now, together!

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holden m. accountable @noahs.bsky.social · Sep 4

because that’s a dumb thing to say

The Kavernacle @thekavernacle.bsky.social · Sep 4

Americans are mad at me on Twitter because I said being an American Leftist was an oxymoron lmao

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California DSA @ca-dsa.bsky.social · Sep 2

California DSA delegates, representing chapters from across the state, overwhelmingly voted to endorse California’s Prop 50, the Election Rigging Response Act.

You can read our full statement here:
www.californiadsa.org/resolutions/...

State Committee Statement on CA Redistricting — California DSA

California DSA delegates, representing chapters from across the state, overwhelmingly voted to endorse California’s Prop 50, the Election Rigging Response Act. This act was passed by the CA state legi...

www.californiadsa.org

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William Prince @wjtprince.bsky.social · Sep 2

Nadler is old, but at 78 he isn't even the 10th oldest Dem in the house! He's #19

The oldest five Dems in Congress, Maxine Waters, Steny Hoyer, Nancy Pelosi, Jim Clyburn, and Danny Davis are all running for re-election except Davis, who is the youngest of the bunch at only 83

MeidasTouch @meidastouch.com · Sep 1

NEWS: Democratic Rep. Jerrold Nadler, 78, will not seek re-election

William Prince @wjtprince.bsky.social · Sep 1

There should be a Labor Day every week tbh

William Prince @wjtprince.bsky.social · Aug 30

Anyways CA DSA's official statement is out so:
www.californiadsa.org/resolutions/...

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William Prince @wjtprince.bsky.social · Aug 29

I get the concern that it would make it harder for socialists to get elected! But as I've said, I do think that concern is somewhat unfounded, largely due to the top 2 primary system in CA that makes it exceedingly difficult in typical DSA-target deep blue areas

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William Prince @wjtprince.bsky.social · Aug 29

It's a difficult issue tho and I personally definitely expected it spark some discourse! My best advice to anyone who is tempted to say that CA DSA has sold out or whatever is just to trust that your comrades who have been leading the fight in CA might know more about our local conditions than you

William Prince @wjtprince.bsky.social · Aug 29

I voted for the measure to endorse Prop 50 and I think it ultimately comes down to a political difference in outlook. For me, fighting fascism, even if that could technically help Democrats, and solidifying DSA as a leader in the anti-fascist coalition rather than just a spectator, is most important

the abbot of unreason (an archaeologist) @merovingians.bsky.social · Aug 29

not to be a sectarian but certain caucuses opposing Cali DSA supporting reciprocal gerrymandering are really proving yet again they are not serious about power

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William Prince @wjtprince.bsky.social · Aug 29

Because of top 2 primaries in California, ironically it actually could provide more opportunity for us to elect socialists. In deep blue districts, it can be a Dem vs Dem general race, in which the more moderate Dem almost always wins bc of GOP and moderate voters

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William Prince @wjtprince.bsky.social · Aug 27

I am proud to have supported Nithya in 2020 and 2024 and I will be proud to support her re-election in 2028

Councilmember Nithya Raman @cd4losangeles.bsky.social · Aug 26

Why is the rent so damn high in LA? Simple economics: the demand for housing is extremely high and our housing supply is extremely low.

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William Prince @wjtprince.bsky.social · Aug 27

My friend Mattie wrote this excellent piece for California DSA about how @dsa.la has fought back against the fascist incursion into our city
This part in the end has stuck with me. Only socialism can truly beat fascism

Article link:
www.californiadsa.org/news/dsa-la-...

William Prince @wjtprince.bsky.social · Aug 25

Personally, I'm really excited for these two resolutions to be implemented

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Socialist Majority Caucus @socialistmajority.com · Aug 25

New in The Agitator: @aaronnarraph.bsky.social reflects on his path to joining Socialist Majority and his takeaways from the 2025 DSA National Convention.

www.socialistmajority.com/theagitator/...

Caucuses, Resolutions, and the 2025 Convention

Aaron F. reflects on his path to joining Socialist Majority and his takeaways from the 2025 DSA National Convention.

www.socialistmajority.com

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The Wicker Dan (1973) @danlehner.bsky.social · Aug 25

this is impressive because it not only misunderstands the dynamics of the race but it also gets the definition of “bread and circuses” wrong *twice*

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William Prince @wjtprince.bsky.social · Aug 24

My dog is enjoying that we've put the AC on

William Prince @wjtprince.bsky.social · Aug 24

How's life on the other side

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William Prince @wjtprince.bsky.social · Aug 23

Sooooo cute

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Alex P 🌹 @perniexanders.bsky.social · Aug 23

Solidarity forever

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William Prince @wjtprince.bsky.social · Aug 22

please @metrolinksocal.bsky.social

William Prince @wjtprince.bsky.social · Aug 22

A better world is always possible!

William Prince @wjtprince.bsky.social · Aug 22

The articles quoted are from 1894 but some things never change!

Section from Radical L.A.: From Coxey's Army to the Watts Riots, 1894-1965 by Errol Wayne Stevens

William Prince @wjtprince.bsky.social · Aug 21

What did you think Realignment meant? Vibes? Papers? Essays?

Minnesota Star Tribune @startribune.com · Aug 21

The state party’s rules committee heard scores of challenges to historic endorsement that drew national attention.

Live: Sources say DFL to revoke Omar Fateh’s endorsement for Minneapolis mayor

The state party’s rules committee heard scores of challenges to historic endorsement that drew national attention.

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William Prince @wjtprince.bsky.social · Aug 21

Just a reminder that no matter what he does with redistricting (which I'm supportive of, fuck the Republican Party), it still is and will ALWAYS be fuck Gavin Newsom

That man will never be President and has done truly horrible things just to get 10% in Iowa

William Prince @wjtprince.bsky.social · Aug 21

One would expect anyone that close to Eric Adams to be more skilled at the art of bribery

THE CITY @thecity.nyc · Aug 20

BREAKING: Eric Adams Advisor Winnie Greco Handed a CITY Reporter Cash Stuffed in a Bag of Potato Chips

www.thecity.nyc/2025/08/20/w...

Eric Adams Advisor Winnie Greco Handed a CITY Reporter Cash Stuffed in a Bag of Potato Chips

THE CITY reported the incident to law enforcement and was promptly contacted by the Brooklyn U.S. attorney’s office.

www.thecity.nyc

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DSA-LA @dsa.la · Aug 18

Join DSA-LA’s Fighting Fascism Campaign, Political Education Committee, and socialist author Fred Glass as we discuss what the concept of fascism reveals about the present moment and the opportunities for fighting back.

RSVP: dsa.la/poled0823

A red, white, and blue background. Text says "is this fascism? investigating right-wing authoritarianism with Fred Glass. Saturday, August 23 at 5:00 PM. UNITE HERE! Local 11 464 Lucas Ave

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