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Activist, political commentator, volunteer Democratic Socialist + FDP BIPOC + lgbT+ 🏳️‍⚧️🗽 📍Orlando ✨ Open to job offers ✨

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Zelda | Florida politics @zeldaokaloosa.bsky.social · Sep 5

I think if I just keep being myself, I'll end up where I want to be.

Surrounded by people who appreciate what I bring to the table, doing great things for my local community and people everywhere

I'll keep hoping and trying for a Better Florida and a Union we can all be proud of 🌊🍊

#FL #progress

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Floridian? Join the Florida Democratic Party today!

Zelda | Florida politics @zeldaokaloosa.bsky.social · 5h

Sounds like the end of the Roman Empire.

Makes me wonder what life was like for people when the Ottoman Empire fell...

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Cinjaa @cinjaa.bsky.social · 22h

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Zelda | Florida politics @zeldaokaloosa.bsky.social · 5h

All I'm saying is- if Texas Republicans were able to do it to Texas Democrats, DC Democrats should be able to do it to DC Republicans...

What's good for the goose and all that.

#accountability #responsibility #TrumpShutdown

Zelda | Florida politics @zeldaokaloosa.bsky.social · 5h

Don't quit, never give up!

The Union is OURS. Florida is OURS.

The wealthy 1% and their lackeys are vastly outnumbered by workers.

#workers #UnionStrong #HOPE

Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 6h

Never forget this: The forces rigging our economy, undermining our democracy, polluting our planet, and stoking hatred are counting on you to give up. Cynicism is how they win. Stay clear-eyed and ready for the fight ahead.

Zelda | Florida politics @zeldaokaloosa.bsky.social · 5h

Boycott the US if you can, otherwise-

Boycott ALL Republican-governed
States, communities, and companies and reward Democrat-aligned folks!

The Republican Party is trying to speed run fascism and the destruction of this Democratic Republic.

#boycottRepublicans #USboycott #RedStateBoycott

Canadian Resistance 🇨🇦 @cdnresistance.bsky.social · 10h

For the ninth straight month now, Canadian road trips to the United States continue to plunge. Boycott the U.S.A. Elbows up!

Zelda | Florida politics @zeldaokaloosa.bsky.social · 5h

LITERALLY 😤

Zelda | Florida politics @zeldaokaloosa.bsky.social · 5h

#Trumpery, adjective, as in CHEAP!

There's a whole lotta trumpery government officials in the US, making a trumping mess out of what's allegedly the "richest" country in the world. What a trumpery mess!

#TrumpShutdown #TrumpTariffs #TrumpDepression

Definition of Trumpery (adjective) - as in cheap, of low quality. Synonyms include cheap, terrible, poor, inferior.

Zelda | Florida politics @zeldaokaloosa.bsky.social · 6h

Sign up or don't. Some people worry about their security and that's valid. The important thing is to SHOW UP!

I'm attending No Kings's event, “NO KINGS Orlando” - sign up now to join me! www.mobilize.us/indivisible/...

NO KINGS Orlando · Indivisible

#In America, we don’t put up with would-be kings. Our peaceful movement is only getting bigger and stronger. “NO KINGS” is more than just a slogan—it’s the foundation our nation was built upon. Born ...

www.mobilize.us

Zelda | Florida politics @zeldaokaloosa.bsky.social · 21h

Folks like #Ladapo are making #Florida SICK, figuratively and literally. Such gross negligence should result in huge fines and jail time!

This is the deep #corruption of #DeSantis and #Scott and us Floridians need to root it OUT!

We can Build a Better Florida, it starts NOW so we sail high in 2026

Julianne McShane @juliannemcshane.bsky.social · 1d

NEW @motherjones.com: The FL surgeon general, an anti-vax crusader, was a normie—until he met his wife, a self-described "energetic healer," & an ex-Navy SEAL-turned-mystical guru

@kieraevebutler.bsky.social & I dive into the unlikely influencers that helped make Joe Ladapo medicine's Florida man 🔮

From medicine to mysticism: the radicalization of Florida's top doc

Joseph Ladapo was a normie—until he met his wife and a guru into levitating and communicating with spirits.

www.motherjones.com

Zelda | Florida politics @zeldaokaloosa.bsky.social · 22h

Yes, I'm a woman of the cross... ✝️ 🏳️‍⚧️

#TisforTrans #JesusLovesYou #LoveIsLove

Democrat Cats @democratcats.bsky.social · 1d

To all the fake Christians out there…

We see you.

Zelda | Florida politics @zeldaokaloosa.bsky.social · 22h

I need a necklace like this ASAP! 🗽🏳️‍⚧️

Zelda | Florida politics @zeldaokaloosa.bsky.social · 22h

Long Live Chicago!

Zelda | Florida politics @zeldaokaloosa.bsky.social · 22h

It seems they'll do just about anything to keep the elites from facing consequences for their crimes... It's disgusting and shameful.

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Rep. Maxwell Alejandro Frost @frost.house.gov · 2d

I met with Central FL seniors to talk about what the Republican government shutdown and health care crisis means for them.

The reality? Premiums are skyrocketing for over 100K Floridians. Republicans need to end this shutdown and I'll keep fighting to protect your care.

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Zelda | Florida politics @zeldaokaloosa.bsky.social · 22h

Republicans are dismantling the government to better serve their Billionaire masters, greedily hoarding the crumbs thrown their way as working Americans suffer, starve, and lose their homes

Voting for Republicans is EXPENSIVE!

Rep. Maxwell Alejandro Frost @frost.house.gov · 1d

Millions of Americans — including 189,000 Central Floridians — are facing higher health care premiums because Republicans shut down the government and left town.

Democrats are ready to reopen the government and protect healthcare. Republicans need to get back to work.

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Zelda | Florida politics @zeldaokaloosa.bsky.social · 22h

Should we turn a blind eye to the destruction and chaos Donald unleashes on the country because he just barely won an election?

Florida is as split as the rest of the country is. 43% of the electorate voted against Donald... If Floridians don't matter, no American life would in your view...

Zelda | Florida politics @zeldaokaloosa.bsky.social · 22h

Governor Ronald McDonald shakes his Freedom Keys and says "Look over here! FREEDOM!" while dismantling services and protections for Floridians and taking away #homerule from communities who dare to take care of their constituents

#Florida #DeathSantis

Florida Democrats @fladems.bsky.social · 1d

🚨 Florida is the #1 state for banned books in the nation.

➡️ Visit FloridaDems.org to get involved and help elect Democratic leaders who fight to support our students, parents and classrooms. #BannedBooksWeek

Zelda | Florida politics @zeldaokaloosa.bsky.social · 22h

Public libraries are an incredible treasure and must be defended at all costs!

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Florida Democrats @fladems.bsky.social · 1d

During #HispanicHeritageMonth, we honor dedicated community leaders like William Díaz, whose commitment to democracy and empowerment is crucial to shaping a more inclusive Florida for all.

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Zelda | Florida politics @zeldaokaloosa.bsky.social · 22h

The #TrumpShutdown continues...

Rep. Maxwell Alejandro Frost @frost.house.gov · 1d

The Trump Admin is using this shutdown to illegally fire federal workers and instead of allowing us to come back and vote on reopening the government, House Republicans are extending their vacation another week.

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Zelda | Florida politics @zeldaokaloosa.bsky.social · 22h

Hard to win a Peace Prize when you're ordering the murder of Venezuelan civilians, ain't it?

Florida Democrats @fladems.bsky.social · 1d

"María Corina Machado’s Nobel Peace Prize is not only a recognition of her courage and conviction, it’s a tribute to every Venezuelan who has risked everything to fight for freedom, justice, and human rights," said FDP Chair Nikki Fried.

Full statement ⤵️ floridadems.org/2025/10/the-...

The Florida Democratic Party Celebrates Nobel Peace Prize Win for Venezuelan Leader María Corina Machado

Florida Democratic Party Chair Nikki Fried released the following statement celebrating Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado, who was awarded the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize for her tireless w...

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Zelda | Florida politics @zeldaokaloosa.bsky.social · 22h

#Venezuela the same country being unlawfully attacked by the Felon-in-Chief?

It's fitting that a Venezuelan won the Nobel Peace Prize when the person screaming for one is murdering Venezuelan civilians.

Zelda | Florida politics @zeldaokaloosa.bsky.social · 22h

God Bless the Protester and the Reporter, the 1st Amendment Warriors who guard all of our Liberties.

Protesting is a sacred American tradition! ☕☕☕

#LongliveChicago #StandwithLA #BlessPortland

The Tennessee Holler @thetnholler.bsky.social · 1d

“I’m worried about my community… I’m out here in a frog costume to show how ridiculous the notion that we’re violent terrorists is, and showcase how that narrative is wrong…”

Serious Q: is it too late to give this dude the Nobel Peace Prize? 🐸 🏆

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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 1d

Adelita Grijalva won her election to Congress over two weeks ago, but Mike Johnson still hasn't sworn her in.

Why the delay?

Perhaps it's because Grijalva would cast the final vote needed to release the Epstein files.

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Zelda | Florida politics @zeldaokaloosa.bsky.social · 2d

Democrats BUILD, Republicans DESTROY.

Don't fall for the Red Mirage!

#Florida #TrumpShutdown #USpolitics

Florida Democrats @fladems.bsky.social · 2d

‼️While Florida Republicans are playing political games with your hard-earned tax dollars, Democrats are busy fighting for what matters: YOU.