Not capitalism

The last few weeks have made one thing alarmingly clear: the Trump government is willing to cross lines we never imagined, all in a relentless pursuit of power and profit, while ignoring the will of the American people. Between the federal budget bill that carves up our healthcare and food assistance (not to mention a dozen more awful policies included in their irresponsible budget), horrific attacks and raids on families in our communities by ICE, deploying the military into American cities this week, and today’s assault on a sitting U.S. Senator, we are far past the promises and norms of an American democracy. However, this harrowing reality we find ourselves in is not a forgone conclusion. Republicans and Democrats — and everyone in between — must find the courage to challenge these actions and stand up for our nation. Now, I ask that you show up. Please protest peacefully. Please be prepared and know your rights. Take care of one another. Continue to demonstrate and voice that this is NOT OKAY. They must learn that they will be met with resistance at every turn.

🚨 Senator Bill Cassidy caught saying the quiet part out loud on national television:

"Is there some way that we cut Medicare so that it's–excuse me, reform Medicare."

Live: Speaking on Trump, Musk, and America’s Moral Moment on the Senate Floor | Senator Cory Booker YouTube video by Senator Cory Booker

CNN sent me a news alert about the Hooters bankruptcy announcement, but not Sen. Booker’s ongoing filibuster. So, let me be your news alert: tune in here ⬇️⬇️

Live: Speaking on Trump, Musk, and America’s Moral Moment on the Senate Floor | Senator Cory Booker YouTube video by Senator Cory Booker

I’ve taken the Senate floor and will speak for as long as I’m physically able to lift the voices of Americans who are being harmed and not being heard in this moment of crisis. Watch here:

Graphic that reads “Pennsylvania Judicial Election, November 4, 2025. Judges up for retention: 3 Supreme Court justices, 1 Commonwealth court judge, and 1 superior judge. Keep our judges: It’s a retention election. We’re voting to keep our judges. Why do they matter: The last line of defense in PA law, protect against extreme overreach.”

This isn’t your typical municipal election.

Here’s a quick explainer.

Wow so hell really is freezing over

New Research Shows People Are Moving Out of Abortion-Banned States Almost 129,000 people have moved out of abortion-banned states since Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health, according to a new study.

~129,000 people moved out of abortion-ban states between June 2022 to June 2023

Democrats set entry deadline, private meeting to nominate 36th Senatorial District special election candidate Potential Democratic candidates have this weekend to mull whether they’re interested in seeking the party’s nomination in the special election to fill the unexpired term of former Sen. Ryan Aument

Potential Democratic candidates have this weekend to mull whether they’re interested in seeking the party’s nomination in the 36th SD special election.

Committee members will choose a nominee in a Jan. 18 private meeting. lancasteronline.com/news/politic...

How to help victims of the Los Angeles wildfires From tips on avoiding scams to a list of charitable organizations, here's your guide to helping the victims of the wildfires in Los Angeles County, California.

If you are looking to help out those who are displaced, have lost their homes, or have been otherwise impacted by these wildfires, please make sure you are donating to reputable organizations. Here are some ways to help, and make sure to note the tips on how to avoid accidentally donating to scams.

Graphic with written text: "Legislative news: Senator Cappelletti re-introduces legislation to require employers to provide reasonable workplace accommodations for pregnant employees"

When I was pregnant with my daughter in 2023, I was able to make the reasonable accommodations I needed at work to have a healthy pregnancy. Every Pennsylvanian deserves the same opportunity. Learn more: tinyurl.com/CappLeg1

✔️ Money to the Trump inaugural
✔️ Dinner at Mar-a-Lago
✔️ Getting rid of fact-checking
✔️ Putting UFC's Dana White (a key Trump ally) on Meta's board

Hard not to see these moves as an effort to avoid being politically targeted by an illiberal president.

Happy Opening Day! I don’t mean to get too inside baseball with the lingo - opening day is the day Senators are sworn in and the legislative session restarts in Harrisburg.

Pay close attention to the ✨rules✨ that pass today, they will govern how the senate runs for the next two years.

U.S. v. Skrmetti: Teen At Heart of the Supreme Court's Trans Healthcare Case Calls It "Body Horror" What trans teens fear about U.S. v. Skrmetti, reported from the steps of the Supreme Court.

my latest @teenvogue.bsky.social:

I interviewed trans teens across the U.S.—including L.W., the 16-year-old at the heart of U.S. v. Skrmetti—on their fears and anxieties about the threat of gender-affirming care bans and a looming Trump admin.

"Trans healthcare is suicide prevention, at its core."

Is petey bringing his mom and a bagged lunch with a note in it telling him he’s special?

Expungement Clinic Join us on December 12, from 5 to 7pm at 100 Conway Ave for an expungement clinic. Registration is required for this event! Please register using the form below. Register →

I'm hosting a free expungement clinic with Rep. Daley and LASP on December 12. This is an amazing opportunity to speak with an attorney for free about clearing your record and setting yourself up for success. Spread the word!

Sign up is REQUIRED at PASenatorCappelletti.com/clinic

Shapiro says he won't let SEPTA fail amid funding crisis SEPTA supporters want Gov. Josh Shapiro to use federal highway dollars as a stopgap to prevent service cuts and fare increases.

New: Josh Shapiro says he won't let SEPTA fail. With the split Pennsylvania legislature likely out of session until 2024, his best option to do so in the short term, flexing federal highway funds, has a long history -- and the potential to upset the GOP.
www.spotlightpa.org/news/2024/11...

Wow what a debut from @pasenatorcappelletti.com 🤩

Georgia Dismissed All Members of Maternal Mortality Committee After ProPublica Obtained Internal Details of Two Deaths In a letter, the state’s public health commissioner said the action was taken because “confidential information provided to the Maternal Mortality Review Committee was inappropriately shared with outs...

I know everyone is talking about Matt Gaetz but please don't miss this:

Georgia fired every single person on its maternal mortality review committee. Why? They didn't like that reporters found out that the state's ban killed two women www.propublica.org/article/geor...

New: Per multiple sources, Gov. Josh Shapiro will be holding a public event at Philadelphia's Frankford Transportation Center tomorrow morning. Subject matter, TBA.

Nice to see ya here, boss! 💖

So are we only talking politics and news here or should I break out my obscure home design opinions and meal prep tips and tricks?

Things to know about me:
- a New Yorker who loves living in Philly
- a haver of many opinions
- a wearer of neutral colors
- an advocate for rules reform in our democratic institutions
- a traveler and a homebody
- sustained by female friendships
- a Nintendo switch gamer
- an imperfect vegetarian

1 minute in and I think I like it better here