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Posts by Michelle Ottaviano

I'll be there! Join in to hear from these two inspiring candidates. Taking action is the antidote to despair!

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Looking forward to working with a new cohort of interns in the 3rd year of this program.

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Crowd on the Cambridge Common

Crowd on the Cambridge Common

Crowd in Harvard Square, Cambridge, MA #nokings joining in with the singing resistance. Boston coming soon.

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Happy Spring!

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JUST IN: Democrats tonight have flipped a GOP-held state House seat in Florida.

And not just any seat: This is the district that contains Mar-a-Lago. (It voted for Trump by 11% in 2024).

That's right: Trump will now be represented by a Democrat, Emily Gregory, in Tallahassee.

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@taniel.bsky.social is the person to watch do the deep dive, down ballot election news!

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STATE FUTURES

If you're looking for a glimmer of hope and some action to counter the chaos, here's one org that deserves your dollars: @state-futures.bsky.social led by the indefatigable @gabygoldstein.bsky.social is building state power through collective action. Learn more & donate: www.statefutures.org

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This work is critical to empowering communities and increasing voter participation by connecting people to the issues they care about and showing how government and policy impact daily life.

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Colbert doing his thing. The interview CBS blocked is available on YouTube

youtu.be/oiTJ7Pz_59A

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NEWS: CBS blocked Stephen Colbert from airing an interview with Texas State Rep. James Talarico and ordered him not to mention the cancellation over fear of FCC chair Brendan Carr.

Colbert went on air and revealed it anyway.

“He was supposed to be here, but… 1/

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Governing With Courage: State Leaders Standing Up to ICE · States Win **Join us on Thursday, February 12th for Governing With Courage: State Leaders Standing Up to ICE** State leaders across the country are using every lever they have to slow, block, and respond to IC...

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Sharing this great resource that makes it easy to provide much needed help and show solidarity! www.standwithminnesota.com

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We care. We’re watching. We’re acting, though it may not always be easy to see. Thank you for your reporting, and thank you to Minnesotans for setting the gold standard for how we must all respond and care for our neighbors.

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Inspiring leaders leading these fantastic organizations. I'll be there to learn more.

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Order your Faves on my Digital Cookie Site Today That's right! You can order your favorite Girl Scout Cookies from me online, all while helping my troop and I do great things in our community and beyond! Check it out.

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Ordered - and now just obsessively reloading this page to see these kids reach their goal.

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Love this effort brought together by @state-futures.bsky.social and Sister District co-founder @gabygoldstein.bsky.social How many more state legislators can join this message of solidarity?

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Today, a new video features 36 lawmakers from 11 states standing with Minnesota and calling for accountability.

State Futures is proud to help bring this coordinated effort to life, as state policymakers come together to defend democratic values.

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Citizens Bank protests are no joke, but these Boston guys naming every town in Massachusetts are funny. Ben Affleck wins. I couldn't stop listening.

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Just made the Spotify -> Qobuz switch for the whole family, which was pretty quick and painless. Better for the artists and no ICE advertisements.

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A nothingburger counterprotest Protestors at the Burlington, MA ICE field office have needed to adapt to an ever-changing set of rules about how we are allowed to “bear witness.” This week, the local police had heard there would be...

My friend and compatriot in activism, showing up week after week to bear witness. Always thoughtful and inspiring. Thank you @katzpie.bsky.social !
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This thread!! If you're looking for a way to get involved there are loads of terrific orgs doing grassroots work to help elect amazing folks like @pwcdanica.bsky.social ! Check out @sdpmari.bsky.social with local teams across the country, @runforsomething.net, and so many more.

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Your Cheat Sheet to the 2025 General Elections - Bolts Four contests have come to largely define the 2025 elections this fall: the elections to lead New Jersey, Virginia, and New York City, plus California’s redistricting measure. But there’s so... Read M...

My favorite Election Night tracker - thanks @taniel.bsky.social for all the nitty gritty detail. A real testament to Why States Matter!
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We're looking for someone new to join the team @sbgrid.bsky.social . Link to full posting below

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Danica holds up an “I Voted Today” sticker outside of Manassas Park City Hall.

Danica holds up an “I Voted Today” sticker outside of Manassas Park City Hall.

Early voting sites are now open in Prince William County, the City of Manassas and the City of Manassas Park for the 2025 #Virginia general election.

You can cast your ballot beginning today.

PWC: Office of Elections
Manassas: Town Hall
Manassas Park: City Hall
#vagov #valeg

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Just donated to Roger and Ellen, who are tireless activists and inspiring musicians doing great work that reaches a new audience!
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So fun working Sydney and our first cohort of 2025 interns!

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Meet Sydney!🎉
Sister District MA-RI is excited to have her join the organizing intern team! She’s looking forward to further educating herself and others on the importance of state and local elections. Sydney helps phone bank, manages social media, and researches past and present candidates.

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Ok Massachusetts, ‪@cindycreem.bsky.social @massgovernor.bsky.social , would love to see MA lead on this one too!

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Welcome SAKSHI! 🥳

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