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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.

submitted 4 hours ago • 21 comments

Say... anyone seen anything from any GOP'r, including the current prez, condemning the vicious political violence in MN today? I have a pretty curated feed but it's been 🦗🦗🦗

submitted 2 hours ago • 1 comment

As I wind down for the night I'm remembering how, over the past week, the GOP was in overdrive, quotes like, "kill you dead" & "run them over" & pre-activating the Nat'l Guard. The list goes on. And folks showed up & showed out anyway. We the People can build a better democracy. ✊

submitted 2 hours ago • 0 comments

I'M DEAD. ☠️ Dems should do this, publicly, with all of the cabinet members when they do something dumb/dangerous/mean.

submitted 3 hours ago • 0 comments

I can't quite put my finger on why I love this video. Maybe it's the idea that we can build something together? It's so good.

submitted 3 hours ago • 0 comments

So important. This is America. Freedom, equality, democracy, human rights are not and never have been dictated by polling approval.

submitted 8 hours ago • 15 comments

#nokingsday #nokings #savedemocracy

submitted 6 hours ago • 72 comments

My 97 year old grandma's text to the family chat yesterday. She's checking everyone off her list today as we report in with photo evidence!

submitted 10 hours ago • 24 comments

Minnesota Rep. Melissa Hortman was a friend who worked with Gabby to stop gun violence. We’re thinking of her children, who've now lost both their parents, and we’re praying for Sen. Hoffman and his wife, who are still fighting for their lives. Stay strong.

submitted 5 hours ago • 194 comments

You misspelled, “thousands.”

submitted 3 hours ago • 0 comments

The United States of America: No Kings since 1776. Donald Trump: Russian-owned since 1978.

submitted 6 hours ago • 74 comments

I’m holding: The jubilance of celebrating the promises of the American flag with 50k people And The vicious political violence MN suffered today And The LAPD’s escalation on innocent people. The costs of our current political climate are so devastating.

submitted 4 hours ago • 0 comments

The political assassinations in MN = domestic terrorism. A reminder that the guy now running the DHS division responsible for combating domestic terror & targeted attacks is a 22 yr old with no federal experience, and whose last job was his own lawn mowing biz. Dems should now be screaming this.

submitted 7 hours ago • 46 comments

💔😢💔

submitted 5 hours ago • 0 comments

Minnesota’s flags will fly at half staff in honor and remembrance of Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman. She woke up every morning determined to make Minnesota a better place, and she will be greatly missed.

submitted 8 hours ago • 671 comments

It’s not hyperbole to say that the deaths in Minnesota are on the GOP’s hands. They’ve built this political environment and they’ve allowed a demagogue to spread hate. This is entirely on them.

submitted 12 hours ago • 440 comments

We’re proud to announce, today’s turnout has already surpassed the Hands Off protest! Over 5.5m people and counting across the U.S. Get out there, be seen, and be counted. This is history in the making. Take plenty of photos and videos and post them publicly. Let the world see what’s happening.

submitted 10 hours ago • 277 comments

Protest is a sign that democracy is ALIVE. It means people are united and angry and willing to stand up for what they believe in. If democracy was dead, people wouldn’t dare.

submitted 10 hours ago • 11 comments

Please remove Face ID from you device today if you already haven't.

submitted 14 hours ago • 4 comments

Jfc

submitted 14 hours ago • 1 comment

The horrors persist, but so do I. Remember, if I get killed, don’t let them say, “now is not the time for political/partisan takes.” (I’m in MN, there is an active gunman on the loose) Politicize the shit out of it. Democracy! Gun control! Health care and housing for all! #NoKings ❌ 👑 🇺🇸 ✊🏻

submitted 14 hours ago • 3 comments

The news isn’t being clear about this but to people hearing about these Minnesota shootings: Melissa Hortman is the Dem leader in the Minnesota House and was Speaker of the House 2019-2025. She’s probably the most influential state-level Democrat barring the governor.

submitted 16 hours ago • 56 comments

When fed law enforcement operates without identification or uniform, impersonation of law enforcement by violent criminals is inevitable. And when violence BY the state is condoned, vigilantes see violence against political opposition as morally justified. This is bad and we need an off ramp NOW

submitted 16 hours ago • 1 comment

Due to a shelter-in-place order and ongoing safety concerns following a shooting that targeted two elected officials, the No Kings protest in Northeast Minneapolis has been canceled. Our thoughts are with the victims, their families, and the communities impacted by this horrifying violence.

submitted 15 hours ago • 128 comments

For folks protesting today: if something goes off the rails, don't try to be a hero if you have no training in de-escalation or civil disobedience. Those take training to do well, and you're putting yourself and others at risk if you do them badly. It's OK to get out of the way and be safe.

submitted 15 hours ago • 1 comment

another pattern to name: power enables emotional fragility

submitted 1 day ago • 2 comments

Two Minnesota lawmakers are in grave condition following apparent “targeted” shooting, officials say Authorities believe the shooter was impersonating law enforcement

submitted 16 hours ago • 90 comments

Two people shot where DFL lawmakers by a white dude, thought to be impersonating a police officer. Damn. They are so scared of today's protests, of dissent. Head on a swivel. Be safe out there, folks. 🫶

submitted 16 hours ago • 1 comment

It's ok to be wrong. Holding on to bullshit just so you don't have to admit that to yourself is unhealthy. It's especially OK to change your mind about political views you held when there is evidence to contradict what you thought. Trump is in fact a fascist. You can say so.

submitted 17 hours ago • 10 comments

“Liberating” the city from its democratically elected leaders = liberating it from democracy. The blunt and ugly truth.

submitted 1 day ago • 17 comments

Speaking as someone who spent their childhood fearing ICE raids: please refrain from spreading rumors about ICE raids. If you cannot /personally/ vouch for the source or confirm the veracity of the claim, then please don't post it on social media. Please, and thank you.

submitted 1 day ago • 1 comment

Listen, there's a name for police who opt to do things in secret. I'll give you all the time you need. And, let's remember, this is all tax payer funded. Tax payers deserve to know WTF is going on.

submitted 17 hours ago • 0 comments

As a teacher, can I can please say that immigrants make our schools better, too? STOP WITH THE DEPORTATION/RENDERING MADNESS.

submitted 17 hours ago • 0 comments

Happy No Kings Day!

submitted 18 hours ago • 176 comments

Andry José Hernández Romero, I remember you, even if I do not know how to articulate my horror, rage, & sorrow at your treatment by my government. No one has heard from you in 91 days. As vigil, I’m posting a photo (& today 50 photos) of you every day until you are returned from El Salvador.

submitted 1 day ago • 10 comments

US Veterans peacefully protesting Trump’s military birthday parade arrested at Capitol Hill. This is the moment a 80+ year old US veteran is taken away in handcuffs for practicing his 1st Amendment right. #3E #NoKings #NoKingsProtests (🎥 @gregjstoker.bsky.social )

submitted 1 day ago • 1466 comments

If you stand with @padilla.senate.gov, stand with @replamonica.bsky.social. Tell your Reps & Senators how you feel about the charges against her. 202-224-3121 And call the DOJ comment line: 202-353-1555

submitted 1 day ago • 27 comments