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Judy
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Ecologist, nature lover, wine drinker. Happily retired. No MAGA. No DMs. DM = Block

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"I will not give in to the lies. I will not give in to the fear." Jim Acosta

#BlueVoterGuide #Voterizer
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In a rambling and sometimes incoherent interview with Politico, a transcript of which was released on Tuesday, the US president struggled to name any other Ukrainian cities except for Kyiv, misrepresented elements of the trajectory of the conflict...

www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...
Trump lambasts ‘weak’ and ‘decaying’ Europe and hints at walking away from Ukraine
US president recycles far-right tropes on European immigration and presses Zelenskyy to accept his peace plan
www.theguardian.com
December 9, 2025 at 5:32 PM
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That's called a Dictatorship.
December 9, 2025 at 2:09 AM
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US judge rules Ghislaine Maxwell grand jury records can be unsealed

Release the #Epstein files

#uspoli

www.bbc.com/news/article...
Judge rules Ghislaine Maxwell grand jury records can be unsealed
In his ruling, Judge Paul Engelmayer cited a new law passed last month requiring the release of files on Jeffrey Epstein.
www.bbc.com
December 9, 2025 at 6:23 PM
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David Ellison reportedly told Trump he’d make “sweeping changes” to CNN if Paramount’s takeover of Warner Bros. gets approved.

Meanwhile, Jared Kushner and three Middle East countries are backing the bid — while Kushner advises Trump on foreign policy.

Corruption on display.
December 9, 2025 at 5:45 PM
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And even if you're right, the punishment for drug smuggling isn't death.
Rand Paul: "This is an insane policy. It's inconsistent. It's not war. It's not the way we've ever done this. If we can blow up a boat in the ocean, what about when they get to Miami & put it in a truck? Can you shoot a grenade launcher at the truck? No! We arrest people b/c sometimes we're wrong."
December 9, 2025 at 6:14 PM
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The next Democratic administration should expand the court.

There’s no other way to redeem SCOTUS at this point.
December 9, 2025 at 12:35 PM
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has reaffirmed his strong refusal to cede any territory, resisting U.S. pressure for painful concessions to Russia as he moved ahead Tuesday to rally more European support for his country. https://to.pbs.org/4poEmox
Zelenskyy again resists U.S. pressure on Ukraine to cede any land to Russia as he rallies European support
Other than Zelenskyy's comments Monday, Ukrainian negotiators have said very little in public about the content of the U.S. proposal or their attitude toward it.
to.pbs.org
December 9, 2025 at 5:57 PM
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Trump is using your taxpayer dollars to fix a mess he created after his tariffs nearly put so many farmers out of business.

And meanwhile, his tariffs are still inflating your grocery bills. The American people deserve better.
Breaking news: President Trump plans to announce a $12 billion relief assistance package for farmers, a key segment of his base, according to a White House official.
Trump to announce $12 billion tariff relief for farmers
Farmers — particularly those who produce soybeans — have felt the impact of the president’s tariff policies.
www.washingtonpost.com
December 9, 2025 at 2:20 AM
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MIAMI: Today is Election Day! Get out and vote Eileen Higgins for mayor before polls close at 7pm.

You have the chance to elect a Democrat who will restore trust in City Hall and get things done for you. Find your polling place at IWillVote.com.
December 9, 2025 at 3:10 PM
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Indiana Republicans are under significant pressure to do something they know is wrong: rig the maps and silence voters.

Washington Republicans are demanding a "9–0 map." That’s not democracy - that’s cheating. They know it, and they’re ashamed, which is why they’re hesitating.
December 9, 2025 at 3:08 PM
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BlueVoterGuide.org is co-sponsoring this event with Volunteer Blue!  
Join us and help safeguard the Midterm Elections!

https://www.mobilize.us/volunteerblue/event/872140/ 

#BlueVoterGuide #December2025 #VolunteerBlue
Safeguarding the Midterms - with Marc Elias and John Bisognano · Volunteer Blue/Together We Elect
Join Volunteer Blue at a special Zoom session, **Safeguarding the Midterms: Republican Threats to the ’26 Elections and What We Can Do About It** at 5 p.m ET/2pm PT on Tuesday, Dec. 16. Marc Elias and John Bisognano will share their insight on the nefarious ways in which Republicans are trying to tamper with voting rights, how Democrats are fighting back inside and outside the courts, the implications for the 2026 midterms, and what we all can do about it. The event will include Q&A from participants. Marc Elias is the Firm Chair of Elias Law Group, a mission-driven firm committed to helping Democrats win, citizens vote, and progressives make change. Marc is a nationally recognized authority and expert in campaign finance, voting rights, redistricting law, and litigation. Marc is also the founder of Democracy Docket, the leading platform for progressive advocacy and information about voting rights, elections, redistricting and democracy. Bisognano is president of the National Democratic Redistricting Committee and a veteran of the Obama White House, Democratic National Committee, and multiple presidential campaigns. Thanks to the **event co-sponsors: All In for NC, Blue Voter Guide, Commit to Democracy, Dem Cast, Field Team 6, Grassroots Democrats HQ, New Yorkers for Democracy, Swing Left Maricopa County. Third Act!**
www.mobilize.us
December 9, 2025 at 3:03 PM
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Today Tuesday December 9 has a special election in Fairfax County for Braddock District supervisor

This is after James Walkinshaw resigned his seat to go to Congress

Voters can cast ballots at their normal polling location until 7

Always an election in Virginia

www.ffxnow.com/2025/12/08/w...
What to know about Tuesday’s special election for Braddock District supervisor | FFXnow
Fairfax County's Braddock District will soon have a new representative on the Board of Supervisors. After six weeks of early voting, residents will officially head to the polls tomorrow (Tuesday) to s...
www.ffxnow.com
December 9, 2025 at 12:19 PM
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🗳️ It's Election Day for some voters in GA (House Dists. 23 & 121), IA (Creston Mayor, House Dist. 7), NM ((Albuquerque Mayor & Council Dists. 1 & 3 Runoffs), & Florida runoffs (Miami, Miami Beach, Orlando, Hialeah, & more)  
🗳️ Find your candidates at BlueVoterGuide.org
#BlueVoterGuide #December2025
December 9, 2025 at 12:03 PM
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Miami 📣 we’re less than 24 hours away from making history. Tomorrow, you can elect the Eileen Higgins to be the first woman to ever lead the City of Miami. We spent today canvassing with Eileen and Congressman Rahm Emanuel and we’re taking that momentum all the way to Election Night.
December 8, 2025 at 11:59 PM
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The Senate is voting Thursday on whether or not to extend the ACA tax credits. Without them, South Dakotans’ healthcare premium prices will DOUBLE.

Demand that Thune & Rounds vote to lower your healthcare costs today: (202) 224-3121:
December 8, 2025 at 5:05 PM
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Delegate Mike Jones submits his resignation for next year after he won the SD-15 Dem nomination

That means there will be another special election for his House of Delegates seat

It includes part of Richmond city and Chesterfield County

A very blue seat at Harris +50%
December 8, 2025 at 11:57 PM
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Students, want real political experience? Louisiana Democrats are hiring interns.

Apply now: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe-ZWutCUNvGXWNBaynrrszxnwCaLk7IEBcLd__MA0zTI0aIw/viewform

#LaDemos
December 8, 2025 at 7:46 PM
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Congratulations to Senator @cassieforky.bsky.social on being elected Kentucky Senate Democratic Whip. She is the first woman elected to Kentucky Senate Democratic leadership. This is a historic moment for our Commonwealth.
KY Senate Democratic caucus elevates Chambers Armstrong to whip role
The Kentucky Senate Democratic caucus, down to just five members, selected Chambers Armstrong as their No. 3 member of leadership.
www.kentucky.com
December 8, 2025 at 11:17 PM
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Spent some time this week volunteering with my team at the @fooddepository.bsky.social.

This holiday season and beyond, we’re making sure that all of us in Illinois can thrive. If you have the opportunity, get out and volunteer — we’re all in this together.
December 6, 2025 at 7:57 PM
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🗳️ Iowa House District 7 Special Election is on 12/9 to fill the vacant seat. Remember to vote if you live in Calhoun, Pocahontas, Sac, or Webster County!
🗳️ Early voting ends on 12/8
📣 Find your candidates at BlueVoterGuide.org 
#BlueVoterGuide #December2025
December 8, 2025 at 4:03 PM
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If you’ve never called your Indiana senator before, take 5 minutes, and call 317-232-9400 NOW. If you have called before, call again! It's our last chance before the Indiana Senate makes the final decision this week on redistricting before the 2026 mid-term election. 1/
December 8, 2025 at 3:02 PM
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Final results in SD15 VA Dem firehouse primary:

4107 total votes cast
2913 Mike Jones 70.9%
1207 Debra Gardner 29.4%

bluevirginia.us/2025/12/va-s...
December 8, 2025 at 11:11 AM
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We're working hard everyday to build a government that's ready to deliver for New Jersey on Day One. Want to be a part of it? Well, we're hiring! We’re looking for folks who are ready to help us make New Jersey a better place to live. Send us your resume using our portal: NJ.Gov/GovElect.
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December 4, 2025 at 3:29 PM
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It’s no secret that state Dems won big this year, but the fight is far from over! There are a series of crucial state legislative special elections – including majority-deciding races in four states – coming up soon.

Learn more:
DLCC Priority - Special Elections
In America’s state legislature elections, there are no off-years or even off-months. Special elections take place year-round across the country, and these races represent important opportunities for u...
dlcc.org
December 6, 2025 at 6:57 PM