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The People's Lobby @peopleslobbyusa.bsky.social · 19h

Illinois public transit is about to run out of money. We're standing at the edge of a fiscal cliff. BUT we can still turn this around!

Tell the Illinois General Assembly, transit is essential to our lives, and it's time to fix and fund it. 🚇🚏📍

https://ow.ly/qRkZ50X6oiT

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The People's Lobby @peopleslobbyusa.bsky.social · 22h

Fighting authoritarianism requires action! And organizers need the space and training to learn how to fight back. Join us at Part 2 of our Fighting the Authoritarian Playbook series!

📅 Thurs, Oct 9
📍 Oak Park (Address Upon RSVP)
⏰ 6:30–8:30 PM
https://ow.ly/pAOG50X6miR

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The People's Lobby @peopleslobbyusa.bsky.social · 1d

Lobbying conjures up images of fast-talking people in suits, influencing lawmakers on behalf of corporations. But it’s also advocates trying to save transit, expand health care, and fund social services. Join us!

📅 Wed, Oct 15
📍 Pick Up TBD
⏰ All Day
https://ow.ly/yNkN50X6m91

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The People's Lobby @peopleslobbyusa.bsky.social · 1d

CHICAGO: When our communities are under attack, what do we do? STAND UP, FIGHT BACK! We will FIGHT BACK against Trump’s racist and white supremacist attacks on our communities.

📆 TOMORROW
🕠 5:30 PM
📍 Ida B. Wells & Michigan Ave

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David Zoltan (he/they) @wonkicorn.bsky.social · 6d

Ending this fascist regime and building a true democracy for all in its place.

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The People's Lobby @peopleslobbyusa.bsky.social · 4d

NO ICE! NO TROOPS! This week, we joined protesters in the Loop to protest ICE raids and Trump's latest threats to send Troops to Chicago, and we'll keep marching for our communities.

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The People's Lobby @peopleslobbyusa.bsky.social · 5d

Illinois State Police are protecting ICE as they move their vehicles in and out of the Broadview Detention Center. Call Governor Pritzker NOW at 312-814-2121 to demand he remove ISP from Broadview.

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The People's Lobby @peopleslobbyusa.bsky.social · 5d

Illinois' transit fiscal cliff will leave riders stranded and workers fearing layoffs. The people and taxpayers of Illinois deserve better; we can't keep kicking the can down the road. Now is the time to fully fund and pass transit reforms. https://bit.ly/transitcliffresponse

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The People's Lobby @peopleslobbyusa.bsky.social · 5d

The transit fiscal cliff is also a downstate issue. Agencies "need operational funding to keep their systems going to serve the workers & people of downstate IL," says Bob Guy of SMART Transportation Division. Urge legislators to support transit for ALL: buff.ly/r0MONbk

The People's Lobby @peopleslobbyusa.bsky.social · 6d

What’s your top issue for the 2026 primaries? It's your voice, your vote! Tell us below ⬇️

Then, join us at one of our upcoming forums to see where the candidates stand. https://www.mobilize.us/citizenactionillinois/?q=forum

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The People's Lobby @peopleslobbyusa.bsky.social · 7d

Fascism is on the rise, and too often our legislators choose corporate greed over people. That's exactly why we organize. Join us at Part 1 of our Fighting the Authoritarian Playbook series!

📅 TOMORROW
📍 Oak Park (Address Upon RSVP)
⏰ 6:30–8:30 PM
https://ow.ly/oRJb50X5jKh

The People's Lobby @peopleslobbyusa.bsky.social · 8d

Chicago says, NO ICE! NO TROOPS! 🚨✊📢

In response to ICE’s increased presence in our city and Trump’s announcement that federal troops will be sent to Chicago to protect ICE agents, we will take to the streets today to make it clear.

📅 TODAY
📍 Wacker & Michigan
⏰ 5 PM

The People's Lobby @peopleslobbyusa.bsky.social · 8d

2/2: Or join us later in the month! Whether you're a seasoned organizer or new to canvassing, all are welcome.

📅 Sat, Oct 25
📍 UAW Local 551
⏰ 11 AM–2 PM
buff.ly/r5FY3ys

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The People's Lobby @peopleslobbyusa.bsky.social · 8d

1/2: Our volunteers had an amazing time canvassing for State Senator Robert Peters as he launches his campaign for Congress!

Want to join them this month? We'll be canvassing on Oct 5 and Oct 25—join us.

📅 Sun, Oct 5
📍 UAW Local 551
⏰ 11 AM–2 PM
buff.ly/wpOD9om

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The People's Lobby @peopleslobbyusa.bsky.social · 9d

Our September Membership Meeting was a chance to build power and envision new ways to approach our work, from our state-level organizing to combating the fascist regime that's on the rise. Couldn't make it? Read the recap. https://thepeopleslobbyusa.org/sept-25-membership-meeting-recap/

The People's Lobby @peopleslobbyusa.bsky.social · 11d

How do I become a TPL member? Start by joining us at member orientation! We'll go over everything you need to know and how best to get involved. Drop any burning questions in the comments so we can be ready to answer them.

📅 Wed, Oct 1
📍 Zoom
⏰ 6–7 PM
buff.ly/Zu5oqW9

The People's Lobby @peopleslobbyusa.bsky.social · 11d

🚇 The CTA says it could cut train lines.

🚌 Metra says they'll slash service by 40%.

🚍 Pace says it'll lose weekend bus service.

💥 How do we solve this? Ask the Illinois General Assembly.
https://ow.ly/k3l450X2wXz

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The People's Lobby @peopleslobbyusa.bsky.social · 12d

Let's get ICE OUT OF CHICAGO! We demand Cook County State's Attorney Eileen Burke close the Broadview ICE Facility, charge the ICE officers who killed Silverio Villegas-Gonzalez, and free all survivors of torture and wrongful conviction!

📅 TOMORROW
📍 Daley Plaza
⏰ 1 PM

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The People's Lobby @peopleslobbyusa.bsky.social · 12d

Think Trump's "no tax on tips" policy will benefit rideshare workers? Think again, says gig organizer Lori Simmons. Tipping culture encourages Uber and Lyft to offload paying their workers a living wage onto the customer. Read more in @chicago.suntimes.com.

Here's the list of jobs eligible for Trump's 'no tax on tips'

The Treasury Department released a list of occupations — from barbers to social media influencers — who can get a tax break.

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The People's Lobby @peopleslobbyusa.bsky.social · 13d

As a Metra train conductor for over 20 years, Orlando knows how important transit is. Instead of devastating cuts that would impact workers and riders alike, let’s invest in a public transit system that works for everybody: buff.ly/oPRlz7U

The People's Lobby @peopleslobbyusa.bsky.social · 14d

Join our Health Care Task Force at our monthly meeting as we plan our strategy toward a future where everyone in Illinois has access to the health care they deserve.

📅 Tues, Oct 7
📍 Zoom
⏰ 6:30-8 PM (6 for new members)

buff.ly/RcOdP79
buff.ly/6GS7afd

The People's Lobby @peopleslobbyusa.bsky.social · 14d

What does TPL fight for? How do we decide our targets? And how can I get involved as a member? No such thing as a silly question—drop yours in the comments.

Or you can join us for our new member orientation and ask them live!

📅 Wed, Oct 1
📍 Zoom
⏰ 6–7 PM
buff.ly/Zu5oqW9

The People's Lobby @peopleslobbyusa.bsky.social · 14d

3/3: PS: Couldn't make it? DM us to learn how to get involved 💪

The People's Lobby @peopleslobbyusa.bsky.social · 14d

2/3: These challenges can feel overwhelming when we face them alone, but that's exactly why we organize together 📣

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The People's Lobby @peopleslobbyusa.bsky.social · 14d

1/3: Our September Membership Meeting named the reality we're all living: fascism is on the rise, and too often our legislators choose billionaires and corporate greed over people. These aren't abstract problems—they affect all of us, unless you happen to be a billionaire 👀

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