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Progress Texas @progresstexas.bsky.social · 8h

HUGE news in Texas organizing: Progressive powerhouses Powered by People and Texas Blue Action are joining forces! To learn more, listen our full conversation with Texas Blue Action Executive Director @lanainaustin.bsky.social — find it everywhere you stream Progress Texas Podcasts.

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The Dallas Morning News @dallasnews.com · 8h

New East Dallas bagel shop Bagel Bros will officially start selling breakfast on Garland Road on Oct. 11, 2025.

As the name suggests, the shop is run by brothers Johnny and Ruben Gomez, who are Casa Linda residents.

New bagel shop now serving breakfast near Dallas’ White Rock Lake

Bagel Bros is a family-owned business near the Dallas Arboretum and White Rock Lake.

www.dallasnews.com

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RAD - Richardson Area Democrats @richardsonareadems.bsky.social · 11h

Please look at the post below this and the video of a WGN journalist roughed up and arrested.

Mueller, She Wrote @muellershewrote.com · 14h

A restraining order was issued YESTERDAY by a federal judge barring detention of journalists in this district unless they refuse to reposition themselves and are given adequate time to do so, or there’s probable cause they’ve committed a crime.

Heartland Signal @heartlandsignal.bsky.social · 14h

BREAKING: Masked Border Patrol agents aggressively arrested WGN video producer Debbie Brockman in Lincoln Square Friday morning, supposedly for "obstructing justice." (Video via Josh Thomas on Facebook)

Follow @heartlandsignal for more.

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Social Security Works @socialsecurityworks.org · 1d

“This is the largest interruption of benefits in the history of this program put into law 90 years ago by Franklin Delano Roosevelt and Frances Perkins.” – Former Social Security Administration Commissioner @martinomalley.bsky.social

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Team Talarico @teamtalaricohq.bsky.social · 15h

James Talarico: We have politicians who have ‘Christ follower’ in their Twitter bios, but they are kicking the sick off health care. It's estimated 51,000 Americans will die needlessly if these GOP cuts go through. That's 51,000 flesh and blood human beings. That’s a moral crime

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Rep. Ana-María Rodríguez Ramos @anamariafortexas.com · 13h

Established in 1992, World Mental Health Day aims to raise awareness of mental health issues and mobilize support for those in need.

Today, I challenge all of us to check in with ourselves and our loved ones, and not to take mental health for granted. #WorldMentalHealthDay #HD102

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RAD - Richardson Area Democrats @richardsonareadems.bsky.social · 13h

Unbelievable

time.com/7324968/qata...

Qatari Air Force Facility to Be Built in Idaho: Hegseth

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said on Friday that the facility will host a contingent of Qatari F-15s and pilots.

time.com

RAD - Richardson Area Democrats @richardsonareadems.bsky.social · 13h

Well, that’s what happens when you don’t look out for the safety of your campers.

Texas Tribune @texastribune.org · 13h

New: Texas camp owners on Friday urged the state health agency to give them more time and flexibility on costly new safety requirements, saying they could be forced to close by next summer.

Texas youth camp owners say cost of implementing new safety requirements will cripple them

During a Friday state hearing, parents of July 4 flood victims said camps should prioritize the safety even if costs are high.

www.texastribune.org

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Rep. Ana-María Rodríguez Ramos @anamariafortexas.com · 1d

🍂 I’m wishing the best for all our Richardson ISD families as we near the first day of Fall Break! 🍁 I know our Richardson community will make the most out of their break. Best wishes to all our students, parents, and teachers! 🌟 #HD102 #RISD #FallBreak

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RAD - Richardson Area Democrats @richardsonareadems.bsky.social · 20h

Cornyn votes exactly the same way. He has just succeeded in packaging himself a little better.

James Talarico @jamestalarico.bsky.social · 1d

Ken Paxton’s crimes are well known. But John Cornyn may be even more corrupt.

Cornyn was the deciding vote on the “Big Ugly Bill” — kicking millions off their healthcare to give his billionaire donors a tax cut.

That is corruption of the highest order.

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Senator Nathan Johnson @nathanfortexas.bsky.social · 1d

A full house at this year’s Oak Cliff Chamber Legislative Summit — Team Johnson, neighbors, community leaders, and business leaders gathered under one roof to hear Senator Royce West, Rep. Venton Jones, and Rep. Jessica González on a panel moderated by Dallas Councilmember Zarin Gracey.

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RAD - Richardson Area Democrats @richardsonareadems.bsky.social · 20h

We need to hold our own people accountable

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Marc Elias @marcelias.bsky.social · 22h

New blockbuster reporting on the secretive map drawing process in Texas. www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...

New Details Emerge in Federal Court About Texas’ Secretive Redistricting Map

Read more here.

www.democracydocket.com

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Bobby Cole @bobbyfortx.bsky.social · 1d

While Greg Abbott is spending time threatening cities who dare to make welcoming spaces in neighborhoods with simple rainbow paint, I believe Texas can be more inclusive and focus on actual problems. Are you with me? Share this 👇👇👇

Bobby Cole @bobbyfortx.bsky.social · Jun 23

My name is Bobby Cole and I'm running to be the next governor of the state of Texas. Who am I? In the words of Greg Abbott: FAFO.

Learn more 👉 coleforgovernor.com
Donate 👉 secure.actblue.com/donate/stand...

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Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 2d

Schiff: "If a president in secret can put names on a list and kill them, then there is no war power still retained by Congress, and there's no check on an executive who may drag us into another war."

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George Conway 👊🇺🇸🔥 @gtconway.bsky.social · 1d

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RAD - Richardson Area Democrats @richardsonareadems.bsky.social · 1d

First, not everyone is Christian. They clearly want to impose that on everyone.
Second, people deserve to have choice to make decisions with their doctors.
#LGBTQ

The Dallas Morning News @dallasnews.com · 1d

Some Republicans in Texas believe gender transitioning is physically destructive and causes more confusion for people who are hurting. To them, adhering to the Christian belief that there are only two genders is important for a healthy society.

Why many Texas Republican leaders are concerned about gender transitions

Many of Texas’ Republican leaders say they’re concerned about people changing their bodies as part of a gender transition.

www.dallasnews.com

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ACLU @aclu.org · 1d

All servicewomen serving in combat roles already have to meet stringent gender-neutral physical standards.

But Secretary Hegseth is intent on smearing those women as unqualified — and pushing all women out of military service.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth Moves to Push Women Out of the Military

From eliminating the Pentagon’s gender advisory committee to misrepresenting women’s combat readiness, Hegseth’s record shows a clear campaign against women in uniform.

www.aclu.org

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RAD - Richardson Area Democrats @richardsonareadems.bsky.social · 1d

This is CD24 - Beth Van Duyne. Kevin is an impressive candidate!

Kevin Burge for Congress TX CD 24 @burgeforcongress.bsky.social · 1d

Signs have come in and signs are going out. If you are in district, request your free sign here: forms.gle/Wnjs6eTCABF2...

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Michelle H. Davis @lonestarleft.com · 2d

A veteran turned community leader takes on extremism in North Texas.

Meet The Candidates: Evan Hunt For Texas Congressional District 3

A veteran turned community leader takes on extremism in North Texas.

www.lonestarleft.com

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RAD - Richardson Area Democrats @richardsonareadems.bsky.social · 1d

This article affects us locally as well as nationally.

www.nytimes.com/2025/10/09/u...

Democrats Play the Hits on Health Care. But Fewer People Are Listening.

www.nytimes.com

RAD - Richardson Area Democrats @richardsonareadems.bsky.social · 2d

Joe Jaworski bringing the heat in Dallas tonight

“I will never lie.”
“I will always have your back.”
“I can’t be bought.”

@jaworskifortexas.bsky.social

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RAD - Richardson Area Democrats @richardsonareadems.bsky.social · 2d

Did you know that the upcoming election (early voting starts October 20) also includes 3 Richardson ISD Bond Propositions???
Info in the photos below and at web.risd.org/home/bond2025/

Go to risd.org/bond2025 for a YouTube video explanation

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Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett @crockett.house.gov · 3d

It’s sad that some folks only ‘see the light’ when it hits home. We were sent here to represent hundreds of thousands of people, not just our households.

It’s time for Republicans to remember their oath and do right by the people they serve.

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Clayton Tucker @claytontuckertx.bsky.social · 3d

Thank you Denton County! We had a packed house for our Denton BBQ. We’re building a people powered campaign to take back our power from the corporate monopolies attempting to control all things. Check out our website to join our movement

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