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Progressive Dem, feminist, anti-fascist, anti-racist, data geek, lover of books, photographer, bicyclist, yogi, environmentalist, grandmother, recovering, not in that order.
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Dear @melissahortman.bsky.social We can’t express our grief at your loss, and the rage. You were a true American patriot and we will not let your deaths be in vain. We will fight fascism and we will win.

Trump still hasn't called MN Gov. Tim Walz. Trump told ABC News today, "Well, it's a terrible thing. I think he's a terrible governor. I think he's a grossly incompetent person. But I may, I may call him, I may call other people too." So wrong for this job and our country. It's all about HIM!

Here’s a look at Hortman’s legislative history and legacy on key policies during her 20 years in office.

Fixed it @blockclubchi.bsky.social

What we learned yesterday. The Times They Are a-Changin'

I was proud to stand with Rep. Frank Pallone & our E&C colleagues to fight against GOP cuts to the healthcare that so many New Jerseyans rely on. Meanwhile Tom Kean stayed silent and voted to advance a bill that could strip coverage from thousands of his constituents. Read our full op-ed below ⬇️

Over 2000 by my estimation in Rockford IL. No Kings!

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Just want to take a moment to shout out the international reporters helping us get the real story out. When an 80-year-old veteran with a walker is hauled off with his hands zip-tied behind his back, and the media spins it as a “threatening breach” of a police barricade

Yesterday, millions of us reasserted the “We” in "We the people." We gained strength from our solidarity. We celebrated our numbers and our power. We will be steadfast. We will not cower to a dictator. We will win.

Closing the #NoKings march at the front leading folks in the #AssataShakur chant!

11 MILLION PEOPLE!! 💥💥💥 Are we nearing the magic 3.5%?? Never forget….WE hold the power. #nokings

This is an egregiously shameful tweet from a US senator

The sounds of one of Chicago’s largest protests in recent memory reverberated throughout downtown streets Saturday afternoon, as tens of thousands gathered in a united admonishment of President Donald Trump.

Missed connection: you almost hit me with your car 🩷

👀 Chicago

MSNBC right now (nearly 4pm Pacific): aggressive, forward-making moves by the LAPD, shooting pepperballs and flash bangs. Trying to clear the space in front of the Federal Bldg, guarded by Marines and California National Guard, riding up on horseback and threatening to trample peaceful protestors.

Seen (heard) today during the "No Kings" protest march in Chicago: people inside the federal Metropolitan Correctional Center in Chicago tapping along as marchers pass by outside. The tapping is loud enough that it can be heard above the protestors' cheers and chants.

This video shared on reddit shows the tail-end of PF getting run out of Springfield, MO today by community members. Note the dork who is so scared he even falls trying to get into the truck. This is the energy everyone needs to meet nazis marching in their cities with.

our latest from Philly

Happening now: a massive crowd growing in Chicago for this afternoon's No Kings march. We'll update as we can. Service is spotty right now.

Thousands in Evanston.

This is heartbreaking. (via someone at the St. Paul rally)

"Because we see our democracy's in real trouble. We see a president who has made himself a king and dictator." "We're disgusted and we're scared, and we know the only way to fight this now is for the people to come together." - @markruffalo.bsky.social on why he's at the #NoKings event in NYC

"No More Tyrants" Rally in Ottawa, Canada at the US Embassy. My favourite sign: No-Faux-King-Way 😁 Canada stands with our democracy-loving American neighbours. 🇨🇦🇺🇲

Do you know how badly you have to screw up as a Republican to get this kind of turnout in IDAHO? #NOKINGS

The Pretty in Pink/Back to the Future crossover you’ve been waiting for. #NoKings Los Angeles!!! (Leah Thompson is a real one)

The day started with tragedy with political violence in MN and instead of being scared, neighbors SHOWED UP to stand together at No Kings Twin Cities. We packed the Capitol Mall all the way to the Cathedral. Estimate 80,000+ right now. So proud of our state. #nokings #indivisible

Philadelphia: Opposing kings since 1776. #NoKings

More than five million Americans in over 2,100 towns and cities joined us today to say we don't do kings in this country. Thank you for making it clear that we won't be ruled by fear.

Stoke fear. Exploit desperation. Suspend the rule of law. Fan brutality. Donald Trump followed the authoritarian playbook this week. What can we do about it? On today's Coffee Klatch, we get some insight from Ezra Levin of Indivisible. https://youtu.be/8fOjNjPOEIU

Boston showed up for No Kings Day!

OMG this is Idaho!!!

Holy shit, New York! Here’s the full view. #NoKings #50501Movement

And there it is. The Minnesota assassin who shot Democratic lawmakers “voted for Donald Trump and was a strong Trump supporter,” according to his best friend.

Watch this - incredibly well done.

Anyway, here’s me and @leahgreenberg.bsky.social marching in Philly today with MLK III, Arndrea King, and @ruwaromman.bsky.social. Got to do some planning with @raskin.house.gov too.

Yep that’s the story today. And the next story is how we funnel these millions of new people into sustained local organizing in service of democracy.

The No Kings rallies represented a huge swath of the American people- and were joyous, resolute and non violent with one message- don’t let anyone take our democracy away www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2025/...

When Tim Walz became Kamala Harris's running mate, progressives highlighted policies passed. It could not have been possible without Melissa Hortman. -Free school breakfast and lunch -Restoring voting rights for felons -Paid leave Great piece by @gracepanetta.bsky.social 19thnews.org/2025/06/rep-...

We should make June 14th No Kings Day permanently.

Just gonna say, Bluesky is a lot of fun on No Kings Day. I am about to collapse into a puddle of exhilarated exhaustion but I can't stop scrolling.

Barber: A would be king has ordered U.S. troops to occupy Los Angeles and parade down the streets of Washington DC. We are here to say that is not who we are

Remarkable. MSNC: "I want to reiterate this has been 100% peaceful." Seconds later, LA County sheriffs start firing on the crowd. Yet again, "law enforcement" deliberately escalated.

Across the country, our coalition members are holding candlelight vigils to honor the victims and their families. We’ll end the night with drinks, but right now, prayers come first. If you want to join us, put a candle out on your front porch.