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Dylan Blaha for Congress @dylanthomasblaha.bsky.social · 17h

Two years and they continue to arm them.

It’s past time to elect officials who are accountable to the American people.

#gaza

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Two years and they still arm them

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Dylan Blaha for Congress @dylanthomasblaha.bsky.social · 19h

At least 67,000 Palestinians and more than 1,100 Israelis have been killed since October 7, 2023.

Today, I call on our elected officials, once again, to block all military aid to Israel and push for an end to this genocide.

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Dylan Blaha for Congress @dylanthomasblaha.bsky.social · 1d

Is this the next stage of Donald Trump’s authoritarian takeover?

He continues to shift the Overton window with unnecessary National Guard mobilizations and unprecedented immigration enforcement operations.

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The Next Stage of Trump's Takeover

Trump continues to shift the Overton window.

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Dylan Blaha for Congress @dylanthomasblaha.bsky.social · 2d

Learn more about our campaign at dylanforillinois.com !

Dylan for Illinois

Dylan Thomas Blaha is a progressive candidate running for the US House of Representatives in Illinois' 13th District.

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Dylan Blaha for Congress @dylanthomasblaha.bsky.social · 2d

The system isn’t working for working people. Let’s stop giving tax breaks to billionaires and corporations and start making America affordable for the rest of us.

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Dylan Blaha for Congress @dylanthomasblaha.bsky.social · 2d

Trump and Hegseth illegally activated 300 IL NG members to protect ICE.

This violates the Posse Comitatus Act, as did the NG deployment to LA in June.

Then they ordered 400 members of the Texas NG to deploy to Chicago and Portland.

#nationalguard #chicago #portland

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Trump deploys Texas National Guard to Chicago and Portland

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Dylan Blaha for Congress @dylanthomasblaha.bsky.social · 2d

Trump and Hegseth illegally activated 300 Illinois NG members to protect ICE. This violates the Posse Comitatus Act, as did the NG deployment to LA in June.

This evening, they ordered 400 members of the Texas NG to deploy to Chicago, Portland, and other cities.

This is a military invasion.

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Dylan Blaha for Congress @dylanthomasblaha.bsky.social · 2d

Our tax dollars are being used to brutalize humanitarian aid workers from the Global Sumud Flotilla.

Elders are being kicked to the ground. Food and water are being withheld for days. Muslim individuals are being denied their right to pray.

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US tax dollars funding abuse of humanitarians

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Dylan Blaha for Congress @dylanthomasblaha.bsky.social · 3d

It was great to chat with folks in Belleville today at their Pride festival!

In Congress, I will unapologetically defend human and civil rights, while also building worker and union power.

It’s time to build an America for all Americans, rather than just the 1%.

#humanrights #lgbtq #lgbtqia

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Dylan Blaha for Congress @dylanthomasblaha.bsky.social · 3d

President Trump is deploying 300 Illinois National Guard troops to the streets of Illinois.

This is an unnecessary, wasteful, and dangerous escalation towards a militarized state.

#USPOL #chicago

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Trump federalizes Illinois National Guard

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Dylan Blaha for Congress @dylanthomasblaha.bsky.social · 4d

My friend Jessica was one of the 500 humanitarian workers aboard the Global Sumud Flotilla.

She’s a veteran of the USMC and an educator in Illinois.

Here is a poem she wrote on the journey.

#gaza #palestine #flotilla

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A Poem from the Global Sumud Flotilla

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Dylan Blaha for Congress @dylanthomasblaha.bsky.social · 5d

A boat full of US veterans has just been kidnapped at sea, and they need your voices to help them get home safely.

Call your reps and the state dep.

Demand that they uphold their oath to protect American citizens abroad.

US DoS: 888-407-4747
US Capitol: 202-224-3121

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US veterans need your help ASAP

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Dylan Blaha for Congress @dylanthomasblaha.bsky.social · 6d

The deliberate obstruction of humanitarian aid is a breach of international law and a war crime.

Israel illegally intercepted nearly every vessel and kidnapped over 500 activists from 46 countries.

I ask all US officials to demand the immediate release of all the flotilla hostages.

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Dylan Blaha for Congress @dylanthomasblaha.bsky.social · 7d

We don’t have to live in a world defined by intimidation and endless violence. Together we can renew cross-border unity, safety, solidarity, and the core principles of international law and human dignity.

Call on Congress to honor its oath.

#palestine #flotilla

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I ask veterans to demand safe passage for the Global Sumud Flotilla

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Dylan Blaha for Congress @dylanthomasblaha.bsky.social · 7d

We swear an oath to the Constitution, and to the American people.

This is an attempt to eliminate dissent, so everyone who remains in the military is loyal only to Donald Trump, rather than the constitution itself.

#chicago #defense #nationalguard #portland

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Trump, Hegseth politicize the military

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Dylan Blaha for Congress @dylanthomasblaha.bsky.social · 7d

Karissa, feel free to DM me! Also, I’m sorry about Substack. I initially avoided it and used Beehiiv because of that very reason :/ I’m hoping to use Substack live to talk to experts throughout our campaign, which is an advantage over Beehiiv. But yeah, let’s connect!

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Dylan Blaha for Congress @dylanthomasblaha.bsky.social · 7d

Oh, and here is the link!

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Support Dylan's fight for an affordable America!

Show your support for Dylan Blaha's campaign to get big money out of politics and fight for working families. Dylan is running for the US House of Representatives (IL-13) to reform American democracy!

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Dylan Blaha for Congress @dylanthomasblaha.bsky.social · 7d

Our movement is really starting to catch on throughout the district, but we can use your help.

Our current fundraising totals will influence upcoming endorsement decisions.

If you’re able to contribute, it will mean the world to me and the rest of the team.

#leftist #congress

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Dylan Blaha for Congress @dylanthomasblaha.bsky.social · 7d

Let’s talk about the “F” word.

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Let’s talk about the “F” word

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Dylan Blaha for Congress @dylanthomasblaha.bsky.social · 9d

I’m not talking about “physical” actions. I want them to stop capitulating to right wing framing on every issue. I want them to tell their constituents that this is not normal and that we should protest. I want them to lead. I want them to educate the public on what is going on.

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Dylan Blaha for Congress @dylanthomasblaha.bsky.social · 9d

At 8:35 pm last night, ICE and Border Patrol took their violence against protestors to another level. They attacked everyone, including members of the media.

This is an assault on our civil rights. This is an assault on what it means to be American.

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ICE escalates attacks against protesters in Chicago

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Dylan Blaha for Congress @dylanthomasblaha.bsky.social · 10d

These are some of the weakest words in the face of fascism that I’ve ever read.

Fight for us or get out of office.

Hakeem Jeffries @hakeem-jeffries.bsky.social · 10d

The Trump administration’s threat to deploy troops in Portland is unlawful.

Here’s a thought.

Focus on protecting the healthcare of the American people.

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Dylan Blaha for Congress @dylanthomasblaha.bsky.social · 10d

Donald Trump directed the “Secretary of War" to deploy the US military to Portland.

He authorized the military to use "full force."

This is fascism.

All members of the military MUST disobey ALL illegal orders.

Grow a spine and stand up for your fellow Americans.

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This message is for all US service members

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Dylan Blaha for Congress @dylanthomasblaha.bsky.social · 10d

This morning, our fascist President directed the “Secretary of War" to deploy the US military to Portland.

He authorized the military to use "full force."

This is fascism.

All members of the military MUST disobey ALL illegal orders, or you will be subject to a war crimes investigation.

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Dylan Blaha for Congress @dylanthomasblaha.bsky.social · 11d

The system is broken.

I don’t know about you, but I’m tired of electing leaders who don’t represent me.

I’m running for US Congress to break the status quo. Enough is enough.

#USPOL

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