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Washington State Democrats @wadems.org · 9h

Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal is right: the 21 deaths in ICE custody are unacceptable and a direct result of the Trump administration’s expansion of private, for-profit detention centers that put profits over people.
We stand with her to demand accountability!

2025 Fiscal Year Among the Deadliest in ICE History for Detained Migrants

Nearly all of ICE’s detention centers are run by privately owned companies and have been criticized for overcrowding and unsanitary living conditions.

www.notus.org

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Washington State Democrats @wadems.org · 10h

Michelle Caldier is a threat to Washingtonians’ health, rights, and freedoms. Her voting history shows she’ll stop at nothing to roll back reproductive rights and endanger our access to care.

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Washington State Democrats @wadems.org · 12h

Latino voters!
Stay connected, stay informed, and take action with ‘Voz Democrática’, the DNC’s official WhatsApp channel. Get updates, news, volunteer opportunities, and more, all in one place. Join now!

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Voz Democrática | WhatsApp Channel

Voz Democrática WhatsApp Channel. ¡Bienvenidos a Voz Democrática! El canal oficial del Comité Nacional Demócrata dedicado a conectar y atraer a los simpatizantes latinos de todo el país con los último...

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Washington State Democrats @wadems.org · 13h

If the Republican-led Congress lets ACA-enhanced premium tax credit expire, MILLIONS of Americans will see their health care premiums more than double in 2026. This will put coverage out of reach for families who rely on it the most.
Republicans, you must act now!

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Washington State Democrats @wadems.org · 14h

Congratulations to Mary Brunkow for winning the 2025 Nobel Prize in Medicine! Her groundbreaking work on immune tolerance shows why investing in research saves lives. It’s time for Congress to invest more federal funding in scientists shaping our future.

Seattle scientist among medicine Nobel Prize winners for work on peripheral immune tolerance

Mary E. Brunkow, Fred Ramsdell and Shimon Sakaguchi won the Nobel Prize in medicine on Monday for their discoveries concerning peripheral immune tolerance.

www.kuow.org

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Washington State Democrats @wadems.org · 15h

WA voters!
Don’t let USPS delays stop you from voting. Mail your ballot early: 7-10 days before Election Day. As Nov. 4th comes, use official drop boxes to ensure your vote counts.
Let’s make sure every vote is counted!

Washington ballots mailed on Election Day or even days in advance could be thrown out due to postmark delays

Washington voters who mail their ballots on Election Day this November, or even days in advance, could have their ballots thrown out as a result of compounding cost-cutting measures by the United Stat

www.columbian.com

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Rep. Adam Smith @adamsmith.house.gov · 16h

Republicans have now led us through 7 days of a government shutdown. That's one who week without bipartisan negotiations and a plan to protect health care for over 30,000 people in Washington's Ninth District.

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Washington State Democrats @wadems.org · 16h

From losing health care services to airport delays and now Trump threatening no back pay for furloughed federal workers, the Republican-led federal government shutdown is showing us exactly who they’re willing to sacrifice: hard-working families.

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Washington State Democrats @wadems.org · 1d

In Washington, 195,000+ moms and kids depend on WIC for food and formula. The Republican led federal government shutdown threatens their health and survival. Families shouldn’t pay for political games. Congress must act now to keep kids fed and communities safe.

Government shutdown threatens food aid program relied on by millions of families

Experts say a food aid program that helps 6 million low-income mothers and young children will run out of federal money unless the government shutdown ends within two weeks.

apnews.com

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Washington State Democrats @wadems.org · 1d

While Michelle Caldier calls herself a moderate, she’s still in a party that continues to put politics and personal interest over people.
Sen. Deb Krishnadasan will continue to fight for education, affordability, and real solutions that truly improve the lives of Washingtonians.

In high-stakes WA Senate race, candidates tout fiscal responsibility, moderate approach

An appointed state senator faces a challenge from a six-time representative in the 26th District, one of the state's closest races this November.

www.kitsapsun.com

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Washington State Democrats @wadems.org · 1d

WA families are paying the price for a federal government shutdown.
In Kitsap, nearly 1 in 4 workers are federal employees. In Garfield, almost 1 in 5 are federal employees. People are missing paychecks. People are struggling to cover rent, bills, and groceries.
Republicans, do your damn job!

The shutdown may strain WA’s federal workers. Here’s where they live

There are nearly 80,000 federal government workers across Washington state with the largest number in Kitsap County, writes FYI Guy.

www.seattletimes.com

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Washington State Democrats @wadems.org · 1d

King County Executive Shannon Braddock and Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell announce contingency plans for Women, Infants, and Children benefits if federal shutdown persists.
Read full statement here:

NEWS: King County Executive Shannon Braddock and Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell announce contingency plans for Women, Infants, and Children benefits if federal shutdown persists

content.govdelivery.com

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Washington State Democrats @wadems.org · 1d

Tell everyone you know: Register to vote NOW!
November’s General Election is less than a month away. ⏳

📅 Last day to register online or by mail: Oct 27
🗳️ In-person registration: Open until 8 PM on Election Day, Nov 4

Your voice matters.
VoteWA.gov

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Washington State Democrats @wadems.org · 1d

600,000+ workers furloughed, millions more working WITHOUT pay. Vital programs stopped.
These are your neighbors, your communities, your essential workers and services. We cannot let Republicans put our safety and livelihoods on hold.

How the Shutdown Is Affecting Federal Services and Workers

The shutdown could suspend the work of at least 600,000 employees, disrupting a wide range of federal programs. Here’s what we know so far.

www.nytimes.com

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Washington State Democrats @wadems.org · 1d

The majority of Americans disapprove of this Republican-led federal government shutdown. They refuse to make healthcare affordable for Americans. Democrats are the only ones working to lower costs and move towards a government that works for everyone, not just billionaires.

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Washington State Democrats @wadems.org · 2d

While Trump continues to attack climate science to combat the climate crisis, gut clean energy, and drag us backwards, WA won’t back down.
WA will keep leading on climate. Director Casey Sixkiller made it clear: we won’t let Trump’s climate denial derail our future.

'Attacking the science': WA Ecology director slams Trump's climate policies • Washington State Standard

Washington’s push to cut greenhouse gas emissions, expand electric vehicles and grow a clean-energy economy faces new hurdles as the Trump administration rolls back federal climate policies — changes ...

washingtonstatestandard.com

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Washington State Democrats @wadems.org · 2d

Chair Shasti Conrad is breaking barriers as the first woman of color and youngest chair of the Washington State Democratic Party and now serves as Vice Chair of the DNC! We are so excited to see her leadership drive change and inspire the next generation.

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Washington State Democrats @wadems.org · 2d

It’s clear: Democrats continue to put people first.

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Washington State Democrats @wadems.org · 2d

Trump just gutted $1 BILLION in funding for the Pacific Northwest Hydrogen Hub, undermining our clean energy projects that would cut emissions from shipping, aviation, and heavy transport. This will kill good local jobs and stall our progress in fighting the climate crisis.

$1B funding cut "a gut punch" for PNW hydrogen projects

WA and OR leaders say the clean energy grant loss could stall hydrogen efforts across the region.

www.axios.com

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Washington State Democrats @wadems.org · 2d

LFG MARINERS!!!!
🎉🎉🎉

Recap: Mariners even ALDS with clutch Game 2 win over Detroit Tigers

Trailing the Tigers 1-0 in the ALDS, the Mariners send Luis Castillo to the mound opposite Detroit ace Tarik Skubal. Follow along for live updates.

www.seattletimes.com

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Washington State Democrats @wadems.org · 2d

If Republicans get their way, thousands of Washingtonians are at risk of losing their health care or face higher premiums.
WA Dems won’t let that happen.

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Washington State Democrats @wadems.org · 3d

Targeting opponents, losing jobs, and raising your bills. That’s Trump’s agenda.
We won’t be intimidated.

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Washington State Democrats @wadems.org · 3d

AG Nick Brown continues to put Washingtonians first, fighting illegal federal cuts that would slash disaster relief and threaten our public safety.
AG Brown understands that protecting our communities isn’t optional, it’s a must.

Judge halts Trump cuts to aid for WA, other 'sanctuary' states

Washington, among other states, said the funding being reduced was part of billions in federal dollars given to prepare for and respond to disasters.

www.seattletimes.com

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Washington State Democrats @wadems.org · 4d

Trump might have delivered the stupidest speech in UN history.
Climate change? Apparently he’s never heard of it.. Or just chooses to ignore it.

The Stupidest Speech in UN History

Everyone's saying so!

billmckibben.substack.com

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Washington State Democrats @wadems.org · 4d

32,000 jobs lost in September. Our economy isn’t just slowing down, it’s failing under the Trump agenda.

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