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Mike for Renton @mikeforrenton.bsky.social · Aug 29

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Brent Toderian @brenttoderian.bsky.social · Aug 27

It’s still amazing to me that we’ve basically let ourselves be tricked into buying that THIS is what “freedom” looks like. #CarDependency

Highway filled with slow moving, bumper-to-bumper cars

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Mike for Renton @mikeforrenton.bsky.social · Aug 22

🚨 ICE has detained Zahid Chaudhry—father, US veteran, and husband of former congressional candidate Melissa Chaudhry. I demand his release, and freedom for all targeted in Trump’s fascist crackdown. None of us are safe until we’re all safe. #FreeZahid

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Mike for Renton @mikeforrenton.bsky.social · Aug 14

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Zack Polanski @zackpolanski.bsky.social · Aug 14

Inequality is at the root of all our problems.

Let's invest in our public services.

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SEIU Local 925 @seiu925.bsky.social · Aug 8

"Renton can and should have better transit, and Michael Westgaard, a labor and community organizer with Raise the Wage Renton, is pushing to implement a more sustainable and equitable vision for the city." @mikeforrenton.bsky.social

www.theurbanist.org/2025/08/03/m...

Michael Westgaard Centers Renton Council Bid on Upgrading Transit » The Urbanist

# Michael Westgaard, a labor organizer with Raise the Wage Renton, is challenging incumbent Councilmember James Alberson, Jr. for Renton City Council's Position 1 seat. Transit emerges as a central…

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Seattle DSA @seattledsa.bsky.social · Aug 3

Vote @mikeforrenton.bsky.social by August 5th!

The Urbanist @theurbanist.org · Aug 3

NEW // Michael Westgaard Centers Renton Council Bid on Upgrading Transit www.theurbanist.org/2025/08/03/m...

Michael Westgaard Centers Renton Council Bid on Upgrading Transit » The Urbanist

# Michael Westgaard, a labor organizer with Raise the Wage Renton, is challenging incumbent Councilmember James Alberson, Jr. for Renton City Council's Position 1 seat. Transit emerges as a central pl...

www.theurbanist.org

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Mike for Renton @mikeforrenton.bsky.social · Aug 2

Today and knocked on over 600 doors! We have one more canvass planned before the primary on Monday at Earlington Park at 5PM, RSVP HERE 👉 actionnetwork.org/events/mike-...
And come to our Election Night Party on Tuesday at Brewmaster's Taproom at 7PM! RSVP HERE 👉 actionnetwork.org/events/mike-...

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Carmen Rivera (she/her) @carmenrivera.bsky.social · Jul 31

Join us on Election Night at Brewmaster’s Taproom starting at 7PM! 🍻
We’re teaming up to celebrate with our Renton community to watch the results roll in w/ Carmen Rivera (Pos. 2) & Michael Westgaard (Pos. 1).
@mikeforrenton.bsky.social

#RentonVotes #RiveraForRenton #WestgaardForRenton

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Seattle DSA @seattledsa.bsky.social · Jul 30

Ballots are due by August 5th King County! Vote for @mikeforrenton.bsky.social for Renton City Council!

If you want to get involved in the homestretch go to mikeforrenton.com

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Mike for Renton @mikeforrenton.bsky.social · Jul 30

This means so much. As a proud SEIU member, it is an honor to be recognized by my union.

SEIU Local 925 @seiu925.bsky.social · Jul 30

SEIU 925 member Michael Westgaard has spent years fighting for working families. Now he’s running for Renton City Council to make sure those victories are enforced and expanded. @mikeforrenton.bsky.social is the clear choice for working people!

#UnionsForAll
www.theburnerseattle.com/post/the-soc...

The Socialist Take Over Is Underway South Of Seattle

The Democratic establishment is losing its grip — and Democratic Socialists are stepping up to take the reins. In New York, Zohran Mamdani toppled the party machine in his blowout Democratic mayoral p...

www.theburnerseattle.com

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Mike for Renton @mikeforrenton.bsky.social · Jul 29

Final Push! 🚪

1 week left—let’s finish strong! Join our Close Out Canvass on Aug 2, 11 AM. RSVP: actionnetwork.org/events/mike-...

Then, celebrate at our Watch Party Aug 5 (w/ CM Carmen Rivera)! RSVP for 2 free drinks: actionnetwork.org/events/mike-...

Picture of volunteers and candidate Michael Westgaard promoting field action this weekend

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Sarah Kdosi Mirpuri @sarah-kdosi.bsky.social · Jul 29

Renton - vote for Mike by August 5!

Mike for Renton @mikeforrenton.bsky.social · Jul 17

Tired of politics that stink🚽 ? Mike Westgaard is running to bring Sewer Socialism back to the Renton City Council — centering an affordable city and working class power. Let’s build a Renton for all - Vote by August 5th!
👉 Learn more: MikeforRenton.com #HousingForAll #SewerSocialism #VoteByAugust5

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Robert Cruickshank @robertcruickshank.com · Jul 17

It is literally the job of these Democrats to take votes and fight for public services. If they don't want to do it because it upends their weekend travel plans, then they are unfit for the job and should step aside for people who actually want to do the job.

Andrew Solender @andrewsolender.bsky.social · Jul 17

New: Democrats are largely shrugging off the idea of trying to delay a House vote on the rescissions package until after the Friday deadline.

They think the admin would probably just ignore or side-step it anyway, sources told @axios.com www.axios.com/2025/07/17/n...

Scoop: House Democrats shrug off delay tactics to stall Mike Johnson's DOGE vote

"People would be really unhappy after what he did on July 4," said one House Democrat.

www.axios.com

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Michael Westgaard @meatopinion.bsky.social · Jul 17

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Mike for Renton @mikeforrenton.bsky.social · Jul 17

Tired of politics that stink🚽 ? Mike Westgaard is running to bring Sewer Socialism back to the Renton City Council — centering an affordable city and working class power. Let’s build a Renton for all - Vote by August 5th!
👉 Learn more: MikeforRenton.com #HousingForAll #SewerSocialism #VoteByAugust5

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37th Legislative District Democrats of Washington State @37dems.bsky.social · Jul 17

Great video! Please watch and share.

Mike for Renton @mikeforrenton.bsky.social · Jul 17

Tired of politics that stink🚽 ? Mike Westgaard is running to bring Sewer Socialism back to the Renton City Council — centering an affordable city and working class power. Let’s build a Renton for all - Vote by August 5th!
👉 Learn more: MikeforRenton.com #HousingForAll #SewerSocialism #VoteByAugust5

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Mike for Renton @mikeforrenton.bsky.social · Jul 17

Tired of politics that stink🚽 ? Mike Westgaard is running to bring Sewer Socialism back to the Renton City Council — centering an affordable city and working class power. Let’s build a Renton for all - Vote by August 5th!
👉 Learn more: MikeforRenton.com #HousingForAll #SewerSocialism #VoteByAugust5

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Tech 4 Housing @tech4housing.org · Jul 15

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House Our Neighbors @houseourneighbors.bsky.social · Jul 15

We're launching our Social Housing Activators recurring giving program in September! New members will get some sweet limited edition swag, and you know the graphics will be 🔥. Help us choose what item to give by liking your favorite option in the comments below!

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Mike Eliason @holz-bau.bsky.social · Jul 15

the seattle times agrees the waterfront projevt is an autocentric abomination

'Traffic lanes have not disappeared... To avoid the crosswalks along wide and car-filled Alaskan Way, access to the waterfront promenade on foot is possible via...'

www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news...

Seattle’s new downtown waterfront: A visual guide

Seattle's downtown waterfront experience has dramatically improved. Here’s a guide to Overlook Walk, waterfront restaurants, piers and its newest features.

www.seattletimes.com

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DSA National Electoral Commission @dsaelectoral.bsky.social · Jul 14

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Guy Oron @guyoron.net · Jul 13

As the political right ramped up attacks on “housing-first,” a King County program quietly delivered housing for almost 1,900 formerly chronically homeless people since 2021. New data shows health indicators for residents — such as fewer ER visits and hospital stays — improved significantly.

Chart shows health outcomes for HTH residents improved significantly

Chart shows 500 more houses will be built by King County

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DSA National Electoral Commission @dsaelectoral.bsky.social · Jul 13

TODAY: Phonebank your comrades to get these socialists into office! 😤😤😤

We are SO CLOSE to hitting our goal for 2025 fundraising. 🤩

We only need a handful more people to RSVP for our phonebank at 2pm PT | 5pm ET. Will we see you there?

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Phonebank your comrades in DSA on Sunday, July 13th 2pm Pacific 5pm Eastern. Pictured are the nationally-endorsed DSA candidates for office, Michael Westgaard, Zev Cook, Kelsea Bond, Jake Ephros, Denzel McCampbell, and Joel Brooks. Visit DSAUSA dot US slash socialist hyphen cash to RSVP.

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House Our Neighbors @houseourneighbors.bsky.social · Jul 8

We're co-hosting this fabulous candidate forum Thursday. Did you RSVP yet? partiful.com/e/LRMiJBSatk...

Event flyer featuring photos of City Attorney, D2 Council, and Mayoral Candidates.
Event details: Yes And The Vote - A Candidate Forum and Comedy Show
Thursday July 10, Doors 6:30 PM, First Baptist Churcth 1111 Harvard Ave, 21+

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Derek Young @derekmyoung.bsky.social · Jul 9

Bothell is in its 36 Chambers Wu Tang era. Nothing but bangers. Good job @masonthompson.bsky.social!

Ryan Packer @typewriteralley.bsky.social · Jul 9

The Bothell City Council just voted 5-1 to drop all minimum off-street parking requirements at the same time that they approved the legalization of neighborhood cafes and corner stores everywhere in the city.

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SEIU_ORG @seiu.org · Jul 8

Working class, heads up: While we're all grinding to make ends meet, Congress passed a 940-page disaster. Trump's "Big Beautiful" budget? Wondering what is actually in it? We break it down here. And spoiler alert: it's not beautiful.

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