Tamara Simone Smith 🌴
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Today I joined patriots at the Kennedy Center to make clear that Trump’s desecration of the Center will not stand. It’s not a matter of whether, but of when, his name will come down. We will not allow him to despoil what belongs to the American people.
December 20, 2025 at 9:21 PM
Today I joined patriots at the Kennedy Center to make clear that Trump’s desecration of the Center will not stand. It’s not a matter of whether, but of when, his name will come down. We will not allow him to despoil what belongs to the American people.
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(1/2) President Trump and his administration have spent the past year repressing free expression, targeting artists, journalists, and comedians, and erasing the history of Americans whose contributions made our nation better and more just.
December 18, 2025 at 7:49 PM
(1/2) President Trump and his administration have spent the past year repressing free expression, targeting artists, journalists, and comedians, and erasing the history of Americans whose contributions made our nation better and more just.
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I'm appalled to see Trump betray the memory of President Kennedy and rename the Kennedy Center. It's illegal and I will do everything in my power to fight Trump and stop this selfish and egotistical move, including introducing legislation ASAP.
The Kennedy Center is a living memorial to a fallen president and named for President Kennedy by federal law. It can no sooner be renamed than can someone rename the Lincoln Memorial, no matter what anyone says.
Breaking news: The board of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts has voted to rename the storied arts institution the “Trump-Kennedy Center,” according to White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt.
December 19, 2025 at 3:09 AM
I'm appalled to see Trump betray the memory of President Kennedy and rename the Kennedy Center. It's illegal and I will do everything in my power to fight Trump and stop this selfish and egotistical move, including introducing legislation ASAP.
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Memorial Stadium was a multi-purpose stadium in Baltimore, Maryland. Bob Kennedy played for the Orioles in the stadium in the mid-1950s.
#Memorial #Kennedy
#Memorial #Kennedy
The Kennedy Center is a living memorial to a fallen president and named for President Kennedy by federal law. It can no sooner be renamed than can someone rename the Lincoln Memorial, no matter what anyone says.
~ Joseph Kennedy III
~ Joseph Kennedy III
December 19, 2025 at 4:20 AM
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Statement on Kennedy Center Board Action: In 1964, Congress established the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts as a living memorial to President Kennedy. Only Congress can change its name.
December 18, 2025 at 11:12 PM
Statement on Kennedy Center Board Action: In 1964, Congress established the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts as a living memorial to President Kennedy. Only Congress can change its name.
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The White House claims the vote to rename the Kennedy Center was “unanimous.” That is false. I was muted on the call and denied the opportunity to speak or register my opposition. That is not consensus. That is censorship.
December 18, 2025 at 7:42 PM
The White House claims the vote to rename the Kennedy Center was “unanimous.” That is false. I was muted on the call and denied the opportunity to speak or register my opposition. That is not consensus. That is censorship.
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Not going to repost the President’s comments re the death of Rob Reiner but it’s clear our commander in chief is deeply unwell.
December 15, 2025 at 3:32 PM
Not going to repost the President’s comments re the death of Rob Reiner but it’s clear our commander in chief is deeply unwell.
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I’m horrified to wake up to news of the antisemitic slaughter at Australia’s Bondi Beach.
As my own family - along with the entire Michigan Jewish community - prepares for the first night of Hanukkah, we must redouble our efforts to fight antisemitism and not let hate win.
As my own family - along with the entire Michigan Jewish community - prepares for the first night of Hanukkah, we must redouble our efforts to fight antisemitism and not let hate win.
December 14, 2025 at 1:18 PM
I’m horrified to wake up to news of the antisemitic slaughter at Australia’s Bondi Beach.
As my own family - along with the entire Michigan Jewish community - prepares for the first night of Hanukkah, we must redouble our efforts to fight antisemitism and not let hate win.
As my own family - along with the entire Michigan Jewish community - prepares for the first night of Hanukkah, we must redouble our efforts to fight antisemitism and not let hate win.
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Today, on what should have been a day of celebration, the Jewish community is instead mourning once again after a horrific attack at Bondi Beach, Australia, where two men opened fire and killed at least 12 people in a targeted terror attack against Jews celebrating Hanukkah.
Antisemitism is evil.
Antisemitism is evil.
December 14, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Today, on what should have been a day of celebration, the Jewish community is instead mourning once again after a horrific attack at Bondi Beach, Australia, where two men opened fire and killed at least 12 people in a targeted terror attack against Jews celebrating Hanukkah.
Antisemitism is evil.
Antisemitism is evil.
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"Two survivors of the Brown University attack escaped other school shootings. Mia Tretta was shot in the abdomen in 2019 at a school near LA, and Zoe Weissman witnessed a Florida shooting in 2018." www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...
December 14, 2025 at 2:23 PM
"Two survivors of the Brown University attack escaped other school shootings. Mia Tretta was shot in the abdomen in 2019 at a school near LA, and Zoe Weissman witnessed a Florida shooting in 2018." www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...
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Childhood should sound like laughter, not gunfire.
December 9, 2025 at 3:40 AM
Childhood should sound like laughter, not gunfire.
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This is not inevitable. It is the result of policy choices that continue to put lives at risk.
School should not sound like gunfire.
Today, students at Brown University were forced into a reality no one should ever have to prepare for. Gun violence has become a constant threat in American education, from elementary schools to college campuses, because our so-called leaders refuse to act.
Today, students at Brown University were forced into a reality no one should ever have to prepare for. Gun violence has become a constant threat in American education, from elementary schools to college campuses, because our so-called leaders refuse to act.
December 13, 2025 at 11:37 PM
This is not inevitable. It is the result of policy choices that continue to put lives at risk.
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Yeah, Republicans, it's the damn guns.
You can deny it, hide from it, refuse to acknowledge it, and try and distract from it, but that's simply the truth.
And if you won't admit this and won't commit to doing anything about it, then yeah, it's you too.
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You can deny it, hide from it, refuse to acknowledge it, and try and distract from it, but that's simply the truth.
And if you won't admit this and won't commit to doing anything about it, then yeah, it's you too.
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Hey Republicans, It's the Damn Guns. And, It's You.
Dear Republicans,
johnpavlovitz.substack.com
December 14, 2025 at 1:46 PM
Yeah, Republicans, it's the damn guns.
You can deny it, hide from it, refuse to acknowledge it, and try and distract from it, but that's simply the truth.
And if you won't admit this and won't commit to doing anything about it, then yeah, it's you too.
johnpavlovitz.substack.com/p/hey-republ...
You can deny it, hide from it, refuse to acknowledge it, and try and distract from it, but that's simply the truth.
And if you won't admit this and won't commit to doing anything about it, then yeah, it's you too.
johnpavlovitz.substack.com/p/hey-republ...
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Hiding from an active shooter at school is the devastating reality of gun violence in America.
December 14, 2025 at 1:58 AM
Hiding from an active shooter at school is the devastating reality of gun violence in America.
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“Mom, there’s a live shooting on campus. I’m going to run. I love you.”
This is a text no parent should ever receive — and no student should ever have to send.
This is a text no parent should ever receive — and no student should ever have to send.
December 14, 2025 at 4:47 AM
“Mom, there’s a live shooting on campus. I’m going to run. I love you.”
This is a text no parent should ever receive — and no student should ever have to send.
This is a text no parent should ever receive — and no student should ever have to send.
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Reproductive care is a basic human right—no matter what President Trump and Speaker Johnson say. I’m co-leading 110 Democrats in introducing a resolution to commend state and local governments who are hanging tough for women's health care as MAGA theocrats work to destroy it.
December 10, 2025 at 4:06 PM
Reproductive care is a basic human right—no matter what President Trump and Speaker Johnson say. I’m co-leading 110 Democrats in introducing a resolution to commend state and local governments who are hanging tough for women's health care as MAGA theocrats work to destroy it.
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Our neighbors in Indiana have stood up to Trump's threats and political pressure, instead choosing to do what's right for their constituents and our democracy.
Illinois will remain vigilant against his map rigging — our efforts to respond and stop his campaign are being heard.
Illinois will remain vigilant against his map rigging — our efforts to respond and stop his campaign are being heard.
December 11, 2025 at 10:07 PM
Our neighbors in Indiana have stood up to Trump's threats and political pressure, instead choosing to do what's right for their constituents and our democracy.
Illinois will remain vigilant against his map rigging — our efforts to respond and stop his campaign are being heard.
Illinois will remain vigilant against his map rigging — our efforts to respond and stop his campaign are being heard.
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We cannot sacrifice bipartisan, longstanding environmental partnerships, which is why I spoke on the House floor to urge my colleagues to vote NO on this bill.
December 11, 2025 at 9:57 PM
We cannot sacrifice bipartisan, longstanding environmental partnerships, which is why I spoke on the House floor to urge my colleagues to vote NO on this bill.
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This week, House Republicans put forward the PERMIT Act, which would weaken the Clean Water Act while targeting our region by undermining the EPA’s role in the multi-state, collaborative Chesapeake Bay Agreement that has secured massive victories for the Chesapeake Bay Watershed for over 4 decades.
December 11, 2025 at 9:57 PM
This week, House Republicans put forward the PERMIT Act, which would weaken the Clean Water Act while targeting our region by undermining the EPA’s role in the multi-state, collaborative Chesapeake Bay Agreement that has secured massive victories for the Chesapeake Bay Watershed for over 4 decades.
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Donald Trump sees loyalty to anything but himself as the greatest sin you can commit.
Well, my loyalty is to the Constitution, not to Donald Trump. I won’t back down from it.
Well, my loyalty is to the Constitution, not to Donald Trump. I won’t back down from it.
December 9, 2025 at 9:59 PM
Donald Trump sees loyalty to anything but himself as the greatest sin you can commit.
Well, my loyalty is to the Constitution, not to Donald Trump. I won’t back down from it.
Well, my loyalty is to the Constitution, not to Donald Trump. I won’t back down from it.
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Despite this Administration’s attacks on working families, #TeamMaryland will continue fighting to protect our communities in need and ensure our neighbors are able to feed themselves and their families.
December 9, 2025 at 11:21 PM
Despite this Administration’s attacks on working families, #TeamMaryland will continue fighting to protect our communities in need and ensure our neighbors are able to feed themselves and their families.
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We can’t forget that Trump once called members of our military "suckers" & "losers.” So, let’s be honest: he’s attempting to use our military as his personal political pawns and believes they owe loyalty to him and not to our Constitution and our country.
November 30, 2025 at 7:13 PM
We can’t forget that Trump once called members of our military "suckers" & "losers.” So, let’s be honest: he’s attempting to use our military as his personal political pawns and believes they owe loyalty to him and not to our Constitution and our country.
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The President can post on Truth Social all he wants, but he will never threaten or intimidate me.
I’ve taken many oaths—as a paratrooper, Army Ranger, and now Member of Congress.
My obligation is to the Constitution, not Donald Trump.
I’ve taken many oaths—as a paratrooper, Army Ranger, and now Member of Congress.
My obligation is to the Constitution, not Donald Trump.
December 2, 2025 at 2:17 AM
The President can post on Truth Social all he wants, but he will never threaten or intimidate me.
I’ve taken many oaths—as a paratrooper, Army Ranger, and now Member of Congress.
My obligation is to the Constitution, not Donald Trump.
I’ve taken many oaths—as a paratrooper, Army Ranger, and now Member of Congress.
My obligation is to the Constitution, not Donald Trump.
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Many federal workers in MD-08 are facing rising health care costs since the Trump Administration jacked up their premiums. If you have an FEHB plan, check out my webinar to get guidance from benefits experts before Open Enrollment ends on 12/8:
Representative Raskin Hosts Ninth Annual Federal Employee Health Benefits Forum
YouTube video by Rep. Jamie Raskin
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December 2, 2025 at 2:42 AM
Many federal workers in MD-08 are facing rising health care costs since the Trump Administration jacked up their premiums. If you have an FEHB plan, check out my webinar to get guidance from benefits experts before Open Enrollment ends on 12/8:
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We’re only one day away from our virtual town hall with @repjohnnyo.bsky.social happening TOMORROW at 7:30 PM! There’s still time to RSVP & submit your questions at the link below. We’ll be covering a range of topics from health care to federal workers to housing!
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November 30, 2025 at 9:07 PM
We’re only one day away from our virtual town hall with @repjohnnyo.bsky.social happening TOMORROW at 7:30 PM! There’s still time to RSVP & submit your questions at the link below. We’ll be covering a range of topics from health care to federal workers to housing!
www.eventbrite.com/e/virtual-to...
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