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Marni von Wilpert for Congress

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San Diego City Councilmember 🏝 • Former Deputy City Attorney ⚖️ • Peace Corps Alumna 🌍 • Now running for Congress in #CA48 to fight for democracy 🗽🏳️‍🌈

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Marni von Wilpert for Congress @marnivonwilpert.bsky.social · Sep 3

🚨 BIG NEWS: I’m running for Congress in #CA48 to take on Darrell Issa!

From the @PeaceCorps 🌍, to the @NLRB ⚖️, to the San Diego City Council — and as a proud member of the LGBTQ community 🏳️‍🌈 — I’ve spent my life in public service.

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Marni von Wilpert for Congress @marnivonwilpert.bsky.social · 1d

It’s been two years since the attacks of October 7th, 2023. My statement:

Marni von Wilpert for Congress @marnivonwilpert.bsky.social · 3d

This weekend, I joined my neighbors to knock on doors for the
#YesOn50 campaign! We must protect fair elections and be the counterweight to Texas Republicans who are trying to rig the game.

Marni von Wilpert for Congress @marnivonwilpert.bsky.social · 7d

On this Yom Kippur, we honor the values of reflection, compassion, and renewal. May the year ahead be filled with love, peace, and community. #YomKippur ✡️

Marni von Wilpert for Congress @marnivonwilpert.bsky.social · 7d

My statement on the Republican-manufactured government shutdown:

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Marni von Wilpert for Congress @marnivonwilpert.bsky.social · 8d

Trump and Washington Republicans are risking a shutdown & hiking health care costs for families. Enough is enough. Let’s elect a Congress that puts people first.

Major deadline tonight at midnight—rush your donation: secure.actblue.com/donate/marni...

Marni von Wilpert for Congress @marnivonwilpert.bsky.social · 8d

We’re hours from another GOP shutdown.

As a City Councilmember, I’ve passed balanced budgets because my constituents depend on me to do it. I'll do the same in the House.

Let's get more people in Congress who will put people over party.

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Marni von Wilpert for Congress @marnivonwilpert.bsky.social · 8d

When the Supreme Court gutted Roe, that turned the clock back 50 years. Now they could come after the right to marry the person you love.

In Congress I’ll fight back every day. We have a critical deadline at midnight—please chip in now: secure.actblue.com/donate/marni...

Marni von Wilpert for Congress @marnivonwilpert.bsky.social · 9d

It was a joy to introduce myself to 200+ Democratic activists at Democrats of the Desert on Saturday! I had a wonderful time getting to know everyone in this highly dedicated club! From Palm Springs to San Marcos, we’re hitting the trail to meet voters in every corner of #CA48

Marni von Wilpert for Congress @marnivonwilpert.bsky.social · 11d

Gun violence is now the leading cause of death for young people in America. I’ve already authored California’s first ban on ghost guns, and I’ll keep fighting for strong gun safety laws in Congress to keep our families and communities safe. #CA48

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Marni von Wilpert for Congress @marnivonwilpert.bsky.social · 13d

Proud to be endorsed by Senate President pro Tempore Emerita Toni Atkins! 🌟 Toni has been a trailblazer for San Diego and all of California.

Marni von Wilpert for Congress @marnivonwilpert.bsky.social · 14d

Freedom of speech is one of our most basic rights, and when Trump and his allies attack it, they weaken our democracy. I’ll always stand up for free expression, a free press, and the right to hold those in power accountable. (2/2)

Marni von Wilpert for Congress @marnivonwilpert.bsky.social · 14d

Jimmy Kimmel is back on air. His absence was a reminder of how Trump's FCC violated the 1st Amendment by using the power of the government to silence voices that criticized him. (1/2)

Matt Novak @paleofuture.bsky.social · 15d

Kimmel is up on YouTube

Jimmy Kimmel is Back!

YouTube video by Jimmy Kimmel Live

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Marni von Wilpert for Congress @marnivonwilpert.bsky.social · 15d

Wishing everyone a sweet and joyous Rosh Hashanah! 🍎🍯

As families gather to welcome the New Year, may this season of reflection bring peace, renewal, and hope for the year ahead. Shanah Tovah!

#RoshHashanah #ShanahTovah

Marni von Wilpert for Congress @marnivonwilpert.bsky.social · 15d

Happy #BiPride Day! 💜💙💖 Today, we celebrate the resilience and visibility of the bisexual community. As the first openly bi member of the San Diego City Council, I know how much this visibility matters. In Congress, I’ll keep fighting for equality. #CA48 #BiPrideDay

Marni von Wilpert for Congress @marnivonwilpert.bsky.social · 15d

Full article here: www.latimes.com/politics/sto...

'We can't sit on the sidelines': LGBTQ+ candidates step up amid threats to queer rights

LGBTQ+ candidates have been motivated to run for political office across the country by recent backsliding on queer rights nationally, but also by local issues important to their communities.

www.latimes.com

Marni von Wilpert for Congress @marnivonwilpert.bsky.social · 15d

Big news: our campaign was featured on the front page of the Los Angeles Times! 📰The LGBTQ community is leading the fight to take back the House, and I’m honored to be part of this wave of LGBTQ candidates defending democracy from Trump and Darrell Issa. #FlipCA48 #TeamMarni.

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Marni von Wilpert for Congress @marnivonwilpert.bsky.social · 16d

Thrilled to have the endorsement of San Diego City Councilmember Stephen Whitburn! Stephen and I serve together on the Council and co-authored the resolution making San Diego a Reproductive Freedom City. Thank you, Stephen! 🌟✊

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Marni von Wilpert for Congress @marnivonwilpert.bsky.social · 17d

Darrell Issa makes excuses for Trump and his cronies every time they abuse the law. I’ve spent my career as a civil prosecutor holding corporations, scammers, and fraudsters accountable. Issa protects Trump — I’ll protect you. #CA48

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Marni von Wilpert for Congress @marnivonwilpert.bsky.social · 18d

Proud to earn the endorsement of State Senator Steve Padilla! As a trailblazing LGBTQ leader, Steve has broken barriers and delivered progressive change for our region. I’m honored to have his support! 🏳️‍🌈✨

Marni von Wilpert for Congress @marnivonwilpert.bsky.social · 18d

Excited to be endorsed by the San Diego County Young Democrats! This new generation of leaders is organizing for affordability, equality, and climate action — and I’m proud to stand with them. 🌱✊

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Marni von Wilpert for Congress @marnivonwilpert.bsky.social · 19d

The Desert communities of #CA48 are on the frontlines of the climate crisis — with record heat, wildfire risk, and water shortages threatening our way of life. I’ve held polluters accountable and championed clean energy. In Congress, I’ll fight for bold action to protect our desert communities. 🌴☀️🌎

Marni von Wilpert for Congress @marnivonwilpert.bsky.social · 20d

This week’s inflation news remind us what families already know: costs are still too high. I’ve taken on corporate price-gougers before — and won. In Congress, I’ll fight to bring down the price of prescription drugs 💊, housing 🏡, and groceries 🛒.

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Marni von Wilpert for Congress @marnivonwilpert.bsky.social · 21d

🚨 Major Endorsement Alert! 🚨

Proud to be endorsed by San Diegans for Gun Violence Prevention! From passing California's first ever ban on ghost guns to holding firearms dealers accountable, I've taken on the gun lobby and won – and I'll do the same in Congress! #CA48

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Marni von Wilpert for Congress @marnivonwilpert.bsky.social · 21d

Honored to be endorsed by State Senator Catherine Blakespear! Catherine won three elections for mayor and then flipped a Senate seat red-to-blue, proving that Democrats can win — and lead — in competitive districts. 🌿🌊

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Marni von Wilpert for Congress @marnivonwilpert.bsky.social · 21d

Reproductive freedom is under attack nationwide. San Diego became a Reproductive Freedom City because of leadership like ours — and I’ll carry that fight to Congress. We can’t let MAGA extremists roll back our rights.
#ReproductiveFreedom #TeamMarni