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If Not Us @ifnotusofficial.bsky.social · 12h

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Central Florida Indivisible @cnflindivisible.bsky.social · 2d

Looks like Speaker Mike Johnson is trying to stop @adelitaforcongress.bsky.social from swearing in.
Maybe it’s time he reads a few Bible verses about hypocrisy and justice.
Here’s an amazing script from Jess Craven to call him out.
Got other good ones? Drop them, I’m ready to dial, Are you?

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Indivisible ❌👑 @indivisible.org · 2d

After passing $1 trillion in cuts to Medicaid, Mike Johnson now has the gall to say Medicaid is underfunded.

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If Not Us @ifnotusofficial.bsky.social · 20h

📚Join Perfect Day Books for A Banned Book Read In📚
October 11th at 9:30 AM
Meet at Plaza Ferdinand on Palafox Street
Books will be provided — just bring your curiosity!

✨ Celebrate freedom of expression and the power of stories. ✨

#BannedBooks #CommunityReading #PerfectDayBooks #PensacolaEvents

If Not Us @ifnotusofficial.bsky.social · 1d

💡 Feel free to share this post — and if you know of more food resources we should add, drop them in the comments so we can expand the list! #CommunitySupport

If Not Us @ifnotusofficial.bsky.social · 1d

🍽️ Need Food Help in Escambia County?

If you're looking for free or low-cost food resources for yourself or your family, here’s a list of local places that can help:

📄 Full Food Resources List:
docs.google.com/document/d/1...

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If Not Us @ifnotusofficial.bsky.social · 1d

2/ their mission.

RSVPs are appreciated but not required 🍏
Click here to let them know you're coming: bit.ly/4pBxa90

Manna, 3030 North E Street, Pensacola, FL 32501 | www.mannahelps.org/events/manna...

Manna's Community Open House

Get a behind-the-scenes look at Manna's facility at our Open House! Tour our warehouse & client service area to learn more about our work.

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If Not Us @ifnotusofficial.bsky.social · 1d

💙Manna Food Pantries's Community Open House is TODAY 10/7 4-7pm!💚

You're invited to a behind-the-scenes look at their facility – a unique, hybrid food bank/food pantry model – where you can tour their client service space & warehouse, meet their INCREDIBLE team and volunteers, & learn more about

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If Not Us @ifnotusofficial.bsky.social · 2d

Empowered Community Education Series: Immigration 101 - host FLIC
10/8 6pm

Empowered Community Education Series: Immigration 101

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If Not Us @ifnotusofficial.bsky.social · 2d

3/equipped with the tools and support needed to host your own event.

This is your opportunity to step up, take action, and help grow a movement that refuses to stay silent.

www.mobilize.us/disappearedi...

Disappeared In America Day of Action: Information Call · Disappeared in America

Join us for a virtual recruitment call to help lead the next wave of nationwide Disappeared In America events. Activists from across the country will share their experiences organizing powerful acti...

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If Not Us @ifnotusofficial.bsky.social · 2d

2/local jails, Home Depots, and other sites where ICE has carried out operations targeting immigrant communities.

Together, we’ll hear from leaders on the front lines, learn how these actions are exposing the administration’s assault on due process and the fundamental rights of all Americans, & get

Disappeared In America Day of Action: Information Call · Disappeared in America

Join us for a virtual recruitment call to help lead the next wave of nationwide Disappeared In America events. Activists from across the country will share their experiences organizing powerful acti...

www.mobilize.us

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If Not Us @ifnotusofficial.bsky.social · 2d

Disappeared In America Day of Action:Information Call
Oct. 7th 7-8pm CT

Join us for a virtual recruitment call to help lead the next wave of nationwide Disappeared In America events.
Activists from across the country will share their experiences organizing powerful actions outside detention centers

Disappeared In America Day of Action: Information Call · Disappeared in America

Join us for a virtual recruitment call to help lead the next wave of nationwide Disappeared In America events. Activists from across the country will share their experiences organizing powerful acti...

www.mobilize.us

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If Not Us @ifnotusofficial.bsky.social · 3d

🚨 ALL HANDS ON DECK 🚨
A new rule could require proof of citizenship for the federal voter registration form — a nationwide voter suppression threat. 📢 Speak out NOW before Oct 20:
🔗 Submit: vopropros.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?...
More info: vopropros.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?...

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If Not Us @ifnotusofficial.bsky.social · 3d

June is recognized as Pride Month, October celebrates LGBTQIA+ History Month, National Coming Out Day is Oct 11th, and Oct 14th is the 46th anniversary of the first National March on Washington for Lesbian and Gay Rights.
Southern Legal Counsel is offering a free legal name change clinic on 10/21.

Southern Legal Counsel @southernlegal.bsky.social · 15d

It's almost PRIDE MONTH for many Florida cities & we are thrilled to offer another free Legal Name Change Clinic on Oct. 21st for any transgender Floridians (or parents of trans minors) who need to change their name & update their documents! REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED: bit.ly/3KhVA7w (or scan QR code)

If Not Us @ifnotusofficial.bsky.social · 3d

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If Not Us is a community-led movement in Escambia County building justice, equity, and lasting change through care, mutual aid, and bold political action.

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If Not Us @ifnotusofficial.bsky.social · 3d

2/ matter most front & center.

In addition to David Jolly , invitations have been extended to Senators Ashley Moody & Rick Scott, and Rep. Jimmy Patronis. Whether they choose to show up or not, we’ll be there — because accountability starts with us.

➡️ RSVP here: mobilize.us/s/hOfkCE

Town Hall with David Jolly — Your Voice, Your Future · If Not Us

We’re inviting you to a public town hall with former Congressman David Jolly. This is an open forum for residents of Escambia County and surrounding communities to share concerns, ask questions, and h...

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If Not Us @ifnotusofficial.bsky.social · 3d

Join us October 27th 5:30pm at the Molino Community Center for a Town Hall where neighbors come together to ask tough questions, get real answers, and shape the future of Escambia County.

This isn’t just another meeting — it’s your chance to speak up, connect with community, & put the issues that

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If Not Us @ifnotusofficial.bsky.social · 3d

2/& sign-up forms at linktr.ee/IfNotUs.

Interested in joining our Slack? There’s a question about it on our volunteer/membership form — find it on the Linktree or here:
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💙 Thank you for helping us grow this movement — your support and engagement truly make a difference

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If Not Us is a community-led movement in Escambia County building justice, equity, and lasting change through care, mutual aid, and bold political action.

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If Not Us @ifnotusofficial.bsky.social · 3d

🧵🌟 We’re expanding our social media presence!
Find us at @IfNotUsOfficial on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, and Twitter.

💬 Follow, like, and share — your engagement helps others discover us and access fact-based, community-driven information.

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If Not Us @ifnotusofficial.bsky.social · 3d

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If Not Us @ifnotusofficial.bsky.social · 3d

Equality Florida for an important community discussion on Legislative Advocacy during their October Membership meeting.
Please RSVP via email by the 13th
[email protected]

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If Not Us @ifnotusofficial.bsky.social · 3d

Legislative Advocacy Discussion
October 15th
6-7 pm CST
Restaurant NOLA
523 E. Gregory St., Pensacola, FL 32502

Please join Emerald Coast Equality & the Pensacola area chapter of the Florida LGBTQ+ Democratic Caucus as they host guest speaker Anita Carson, Field & Community Organizing Director at

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If Not Us @ifnotusofficial.bsky.social · 3d

Vote-by-Mail Phonebank Power Hour: FDP
October 6 5-6:30pm

Thousands of Democratic voters were removed from VBM and need to re-enroll—help us call voters & get them re-enrolled.

Scale to Win Dialer Training provided, all levels welcome.

After sign up, you'll be provided zoom link

Vote-by-Mail Phonebank Power Hour: FDP x DEMOCRATIC LABOR CAUCUS · Florida Democratic Party

We’re teaming up with the Democratic Labor Caucus of Florida for a Vote-by-Mail Re-Enrollment Phonebank! 📞 Thousands of Democratic voters were removed from VBM and need to re-enroll—help us call vote...

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If Not Us @ifnotusofficial.bsky.social · 3d

5/ as well as interpretation for American Sign Language. If you need accommodations to be able to fully participate in this event, please contact [email protected].