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Helping recruit & support young people running for office. Building a Democratic bench. Paid for by Run for Something PAC.

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🎉 APRIL ENDORSEMENTS 🎉 We have 70 amazing candidates to share with you, so keep an eye on this post to show love to local candidates in your state!
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Trump's rally tonight is a reminder: You're smarter, kinder & more empathetic than our president. You're qualified to run for local office.
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Omg, literally crying right now!!!! Safiya Khalid was just elected to Lewiston City Council in Maine, making her the first Somali American to serve on the council!!!!!!!!!! 🥇🥇🥇🥇🥇
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Stacey Abrams got her start in the state legislature. Be like Stacey. Run for state legislature.
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This is a game changer. 70% of incoming Congressional Dems have never held public office, coming in with fresh eyes and fresh ideas.
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🚨 Mike Revis is 27 years old. 🚨
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BREAKING: Mike Revis has won the special election in HD97 for the Missouri House, flipping the seat from red to blue. Congratulations, Mike!
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President Joe Biden got his start as a County Council member. Vice-President Kamala Harris got her start as a district attorney. Start at the local level. Run for office:
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You can and should run for school board. We'll help you.
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Sec. of Education Betsy DeVos struggles to answer fairly basic questions on school performance on 60 Minutes
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Check it out: so far 12 presidential candidates have signed the 2020 #DownBallotPledge . Take a look at this message from South Bend, Indiana Mayor, @PeteButtigieg .
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Shark Week is a good time to remind you that the mayor from Jaws is still the Mayor in Jaws 2. This is why it is so important to vote in your local elections.
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If you want to run against a local elected official who participated in the coup against the United States, we will help you.
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Leaders are not born, they are forged with hard work, dedication, and a commitment to making the world a better place. Don't believe the myth, get started and learn more about running for office today.
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In case you didn't notice, moms 👏get👏 stuff 👏done. Support a mother running for office today:
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This Women's History Month, get to know a little about the women making history in their local communities RIGHT NOW!
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Our first set of results are in!! Former legislative aide and community advocate Travaris McCurdy has just won his election for the Florida State House in District 46!
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Usually, we get 10-15 new candidates signing up per day. Since polls closed last night, more than 100 young progressives have raised their hands to say they want to run. Can’t stop won’t stop, as the kids say.
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If Trump can be president, you can run for local office. The Russians might not help you -- but we certainly will.
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That #ElectionDay thread you always wanted? The one with polling location info for every state casting ballots tomorrow? Here it is…
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Want to meet the REAL unsung heroes? Check out some of the inspiring teachers who have decided to run for office this election cycle.
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UPDATE: Since the repeal of Roe, over 1400 people have signed up to run for office. We want to see pro-choice candidates in every seat, up and down the ballot. If you are interested in protecting access to abortion in your community, sign up today.
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Adding to tonight's victories: In New Hampshire, Democrats flipped a state house seat in a Trump +23 district.
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2 more years! 2 more years! Congratulations to  @pwcdanica who was just re-elected to the Virginia State House of Delegates in District 13!!!! 🙌🙌🙌
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It's officially official! @micheleforfl has won her election for the Florida State House in District 70, becoming one of the first openly LGBTQIA+ women of color elected to Florida’s Legislature!!
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GRETA WONNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNN! 🤩
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All I’ve got to say is that I’m honored to be your new State Representative! I can’t wait to start serving the people of Racine. Forward!
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On Nov. 7, @runforsomething candidates added 31 seats to the progressive bench -- and we're just getting started! Today is #GivingTuesday . Help us find more candidates to fuel the resistance. Because we can't win where we don't compete.
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Flipped seat in Virginia!!!!! Flipped seat in Virginia!!!! @JCole4VA has just won his seat for Virginia House of Delegates in District 28!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Women may make up 51% of the population, but we are still vastly underrepresented in the 500,000 elected offices in this country. This #WomensEqualityDay , we’re asking you to run for something. Use your voice to incite bold changes in your community and sign up today.
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For decades the GOP has invested millions in state elections, culminating in their control of over 60% of state legislative seats. On November 3, we have the chance to flip the script. Donate today and help us recruit candidates to run and win in 2020:
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We have 38 fresh faces running for office that you NEED to meet 👇
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Now, more than ever, we need leaders who understand the needs of minority communities and can work to provide equal treatment under the law. Enter @Lina4HC a candidate running for Harris County Excutive in Texas!
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🚨BIG NEWS:🚨 We are so excited to launch the 2020 #DownBallotPledge ! We’ve partnered with 8 amazing organizations and asked Democratic presidential hopefuls to support down-ballot candidates in 2020 and beyond. Learn more now:
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We've seen a ~500% increase in candidate sign ups over the last 3 days. The GOP's BS is inspiring Democrats to fight, lead, and run.
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Donald Trump is president. Trust us, you're qualified to run for local office.
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First they organized, then they marched, now they vote.
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TODAY IS ELECTION DAY 🇺🇸! We have 420 amazing candidates on ballots across the country today that need us to show up at the polls. Now's the time to get up, get out and VOTE. #ElectionDay #GoVote
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We’re working with @swingleft and @arenasummit to win key state legislatures so there are better, more fair congressional maps after the 2020 redistricting process. Get involved:
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Take a look at this piece to understand the very real consequences of gerrymandering. In Asheville, NC, we see what happens when district lines are drawn for maximum partisan advantage: It mean citizens’ voices are diminished. It means more polarization.
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We have MORE exciting news: @VancityReynolds and @blakelively are all-in to support the Run for Something mission and are committed to encouraging young folks to get involved and run for state or local office. Join them and get involved now:
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BREAKING NEWS: @NidaAllam was just elected to the Durham County Board of Commissioners in North Carolina!!! 🤩🤩🤩🤩
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It's official. The gentlewoman from Manassas has taken her oath of office. Congrats, @pwcdanica !
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If Conor Lamb wins in #PA18 tonight, he’ll be only the sixth millennial to serve in Congress. 👀
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BIG NEWS: It’s our 3rd anniversary!!!!!! 🥳🥳🥳🥳 On January 20, 2017, we launched with one goal: recruit and elect as many first-time progressive candidates to state and local office as possible.
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Four years ago, only 56 Democrats ran for the VA State House, leaving 44 Republicans unopposed. On November 5, 96 Dems are on the ticket and over half of them are women. 💪
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Here’s what matters: you. Your issues, your opinions, your beliefs. Our 500+ candidates have shown us that they’re ready to make their voices heard and be the changemakers in their local communities. Thank you for standing with them and us.
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Don't let anyone tell you you're not qualified to run for office ❤️
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The Earth spins at roughly 1,000 miles per hour. We have no idea we are even moving. Don’t ever let anyone tell you God’s not real.
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Gen Z isn’t just trying to grow their ranks in Congress, they’re also trying to grow their ranks in state and local offices all over the country.
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We will help you. Deadline is tmrw to file!
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David Hogg 🟧
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Hey freinds in Maine! Who wants to run against this hate loving politician he's is running UNOPPOSED RUN AGAINST HIM I don't care what party JUST DO IT.
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If you want to run for school board to stop them from banning books, we'll help you.
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you know, if enough of us start running for school board and showing up at meetings and pushing back, we can beat the book bannings. it requires organizing, but it can be done.
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Hassan is 20 yrs old, a refugee from Kuwait, serves in the NH Air National Guard, & is a full time student. Last night, he won a primary!
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We were waiting for this one!!! @malcolmforpa JUST WON in Pennsylvania for district 181!!
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🚨Endorsement Alert 🚨We’re starting off 2019 with a bang! Get to know our 21 newly endorsed candidates today!
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We have candidates on the ballot tomorrow in CA, CO, CT, GA, KS, ME, MA, MI, MN, MO, NH, NJ, NY, NC, OH, PA & VA!
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Today is National Run for Office Day! 🏃🏿🏃🏾‍♀️🏃🏾‍♂️🏃🏼‍♀️ Each of us has the potential to change our country by getting involved in the political process one seat at a time. Sign up to run today!
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Today, we’re excited to partner with @letamericavote on the creation of the Local Election Authority Initiative! Learn more about our project and sign up to run:
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No, It was a threat ❤️
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i know they mean this politically, but i did read this as a threat at first
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"Getting to know other young people who want to make a difference has been one of the most uplifting experiences." 🙌👏
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Vote them out and take their seat.
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BREAKING: Following the shooting at their school Students from the UNC Chapel Hill chapter of March For Our Lives just got kicked out of their state legislature for demanding an end to gun violence. Shouting “VOTE THEM OUT”
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Share this. Frame this. Use this as motivation to run ➡️ OR volunteer ➡️ OR donate ➡️ to this movement that's just getting started!
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Dear @TheAmandaGorman : We're here to help you run for office the second you're ready.
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If you want to run for school board, we want to help you.
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Here’s your weekly reminder that school boards are a central focus of Republicans and far right hate groups. Make sure you have recruited candidates to run this year if you have an election (most districts do this annually). Check your election date. Don’t be caught flat-footed!
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We’re 👏not 👏 sleeping on 2019. Meet our 38 remarkable candidates running for office this year and learn how you can support them:
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In need of a little positivity? Come meet our latest endorsement class featuring 16 new candidates and 23 people you already know and love.
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In case you forgot, tomorrow is Election Day🗳!! After a long and arduous year, 525 RFS-endorsed candidates have made it on the ballot with the hopes of becoming elected officials. Here are some fun facts and figures to start off your day:
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CONGRATULATIONS to Rep.-elect @Gantt4Florida ! She unseated an anti-choice incumbent that supported FL’s #DontSayGay bill! A lawyer & former teacher, she'll use her voice to speak for those who feel unseen, unheard, and forgotten.
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THREAD: It's #ElectionDay tomorrow in Texas and we've got candidates on the primary ballot across the state.
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HEATHER WARD HAS WON! HEATHER WARD HAS WON! HEATHER WARD HAS WON!
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Coming in via text: Heather Ward, our 22 year old school board candidate in PA is ANOTHER @runforsomething WINNER!!!!
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🚨 𝗪𝗜𝗡 🚨: Congrats to @FabianDistrict on your win for State House, District 66 in Mississippi! This win makes Fabian the first openly gay legislator in Mississippi history!
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If you want to run for local office to reform police departments in your community, we will help you.
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3. To do that, we have to know which levels of government have the biggest impact. Changing the federal government is important. But the elected officials who matter most in reforming police departments and the criminal justice system work at the state and local levels.
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Together we can make sure that progressive leaders have a seat at the table in 2021. Sign up today and join the Grassroots Redistricting Project.
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History has been made! Frank Scott Jr. has just become the new Mayor-Elect of Little Rock, Arkansas!! 🎉 #ItsTime
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Run for school board. Run for school board. Run for school board. Run for school board. Run for school board.
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Put your anxious energy to work making a difference in this election:
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. @LydiaMEdwards HAS WON! THE FIRST WOMAN OF COLOR TO HOLD THE SEAT! YES, BOSTON, YES!
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Recruiting, training and supporting progressive candidates everywhere is how we win. We’ve joined forces with @swingleft and @arenasummit to make a huge difference in 9 key states in 2020. #GoGRP Learn more today :
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We started in Jan 2017 with the idea to recruit young people to run for office. 6 years later — we’ve recruited 125,000+ and elected 700+ young, diverse progressives. 🎉 👏🥳 Today, we want to get 600 people signed up. Let's #CelebrateForSomething : . 🎂
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Let. Her. Speak. The GOP’s authoritarian tactics have no end, so let us be clear: we will not be silenced. To our RFS alum @ZoAndBehold + to the thousands of trans people across the nation fighting for their rights — we’re standing right beside you.
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Tonight's close race in #KS04 is a lesson: Even in the reddest of red places, you could have a chance. But you've got to step up! Be brave.
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We cannot make this shit up.
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A public library in Alabama accidentally added a picture book to a list of potential titles to be removed from its children’s section because the author’s last name is ‘Gay,’ according to the library’s director. ‘Read Me a Story, Stella’ by Marie-Louise Gay was added to a list…
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If you want to run against an NRA-backed opponent, we’ll help you.
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David Hogg 🟧
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We should get young people running against NRA backed candidates in state legislatures across the country.
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🚨 𝗪𝗜𝗡 🚨: Congrats to Brandon Sakbun on your win for Mayor, Terre Haute in Indiana, who is the first multi-racial candidate to win this seat!
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Another young progressive elected in Indiana! Congratulations to @Tai_Adkins , the newest member of Gary, Indiana's Common Council!!!!! 👑
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Another state legislature special election ➡️ ANOTHER win for Dems. Congrats to @Annette_Taddeo in FL! We’ve now flipped 7 seats this year.
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When asked how he deals with incivility as a progressive in a supermajority Republican legislature @brotherjones_ said: “I didn’t come to make friends, I came to make change.” 🗣️ Say. That. You can make change as a young lawmaker too. Get started at
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@TayAndersonCO @BriannaForCO @AnnaForFlorida @DotieForFlorida @LinaHidalgoTX We also have exciting speakers including @HillaryClinton , @ilazer , and @JulianCastro ; drink tutorials from @republicrestore ; and we'll take an incredible look at five down-ballot leaders making positive changes across the country. Join us live at 7 PM ET:
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Helping thousands of young people run for local office to save our democracy from the ground up!!
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Run everyone. Everywhere. Even in a DeSantis +12 district.
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🚨STATEMENT: We just flipped House District 35! Congratulations to our newest State Representative @KeenForFL . #TakeBackFL
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Another historic win! @AbrarOmeish just won her race for Fairfax School Board, making her the youngest elected official in Virginia history! 👑👑
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🚨 Surprise, America! Today we're *officially* endorsing 61 more candidates across the country. 🚨 Meet them:
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Another one!!!! @SuhasforVA has just won his election for VA State House of Delegates, District 87!!!!!!!! Tonight's win makes Suhas the first Indian-American Delegate in Richmond!!!! ✊🏻✊🏼✊🏽✊🏾✊🏿
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23 years old. One of the youngest city councilors in the country. We need more Nicks.
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My name is Nick Roberts, and I was just sworn into the Indianapolis City Council. I’m a 23-year old Democrat, and I am now the youngest elected official for any of America’s largest cities. Can you RT and follow to help out Gen-Z Democrats?
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What we just witnessed was a call to action. Channel your anger and frustration into helping a progressive candidate win in November. Whatever you can do: phone bank, donate, canvas. We need you out there today.
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If you want to run for school board in order to end your district's relationship with the police department, we will help you.
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The Minneapolis school board just voted to terminate the school district's contract with the city's police department, and to end the use of police officers as "school resource officers." The vote was unanimous.
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Yes, Texas, yes! ➡️ "A record 35 openly LGBTQ people will run for public office in Texas in 2018...19 of the LGBTQ candidates are female, and 16 are male. Five are transgender, three are African-American, and eight are Hispanic." via @outsmarthouston
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OMG SHE DID IT!!!!!!!!! @Biaggi4NY has just won the NY State Senate District 34!!!!!!!!! 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
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@micheleforfl Another win out of Florida! @MarcoGiron has won his race for Miami-Dade County Community Council! With this win Marco becomes one of 28 openly LGBTQIA+ elected officials in the state!!
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Today's friendly reminder. 💪
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@micheleforfl @MarcoGiron @FentriceForFL @AnnaForFlorida @RepJosieRaymond @MarvinLimforGA A history making win! @bhenriesri has just won her election for Rhode Island House in District 64! This former teacher has just become the first Native American woman elected to the RI General Assembly!
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We’re here to help you. Florida needs you!
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David Hogg 🟧
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If you are a Floridan over 21 who's upset with the don't say gay bill you're old enough to run- find a state rep/sen who voted for it and run against them. If we don't make an example out of the politicians who voted for this bill, it will spread. Go to:
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