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Weekend edition 3/30 of Dems, Dems and more Dems... [1]

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Date: 2025-03-30

I’m going to start with a personal story today. As some of you may know this 3X/week series of mine was born out of frustration with comments I was seeing here and on twitter and Bluesky repeating the easy refrain of, “where are the Democrats?” or “why aren’t the Democrats doing x?” It was especially disheartening to see it here — on a site for Democrats. I’m someone who spends a little bit of time each day on social media and can find the Democrats doing lots of the things we want them to quite easily. So instead of leaving this site I decided to launch this series.

As Marc Elias said so perfectly in his 10 Things We Can All Do To Protect Democracy, we need to:

2. Help Democrats The success of any opposition movement rests on the opposing party taking power. This is not a minor detail; in our system of government, it is the essential goal. Next time you want to attack a Democrat for being too much of this or too little of that, realize that you are only helping the GOP. Instead, find a Democrat you support and volunteer or contribute to their campaign.

I encourage you to read his entire list. It’s worth 3 minutes of your time to do so. The item I showcase above is important — we may not agree with everything someone is doing or not doing, saying or not saying, but we have to keep our eye on the prize!! The prize being mitigating or stopping the horrific actions of this administration.

Ok, back to my personal story. I’m just as mad/frustrated/distressed and upset as the rest of you. I’ve also moved beyond the henpecking any Democrat for not being perfect. Marc Elias is correct — we have to support the party. We are the change we hope to see! (a somewhat close statement to what Pres.Obama said).

I saw this the other day and it set me off:

I spend time each day reposting Democratic Party members’ posts. I sometimes join the calls the DNC hosts because I want to know their strategy, too. I also fill my days with the things that are not political — housework, errands, grandkids, sick spouse, watching shows, reading, cooking & gardening. I also do a weekly protest in my little ‘burb. If I have time to follow Democrats’ actions and words, so does Ms. Watts.

I was pissed — this kind of post is so divisive, unhelpful, and as Marc Elias says, helps republicans.

I replied. Surprisingly, she quickly hid my initial tweet that showed that there was a more recent strategy call, and then blocked me. She did leave my 2nd reply available.

I was a little bit surprised by her post. But then again, anger sells. Division sells. At the time of my screenshot her post already had 59 thousand views! She did what she did so her original message wouldn’t be contradicted by my reply.

I had unfollowed her at least a month prior for something similar. I don’t have time, and frankly none of us have time for this kind of bullshit.

It’s hard to resist the impulse to join in on this type of sentiment. I totally get it. I’m upset. I’m frustrated by this administration as I’m sure you are too.

But, eyes on the prize…eyes on the prize people!

Special Election Reminder!

x "Gay Valimont is hoping to do something in the special election on April 1 that no Democrat has done in Northwest Florida in 33 years – win an election to Congress." 😉 Escambia, Santa Rosa, Okaloosa, and Walton Counties: early voting is NOW OPEN! Make your plan: gayforcongress.com/checkmystatus



[image or embed] — Gay Valimont for Congress (@gayforcongress.bsky.social) March 26, 2025 at 10:56 AM

x Big surprise for our 6pm Virtual Young Dems phonebank zoom tonight! We officially have Organizer Memes hopping on as a special guest speaker! See you all tonight! www.mobilize.us/joshweilforc...



[image or embed] — Josh Weil for Congress (@joshweil.bsky.social) March 27, 2025 at 11:31 AM

x Didn’t expect such a crowd last night in Silver Springs Shores—should’ve brought more chairs. But what a problem to have. The room filled, voices rose, and the energy was electric. So many folks, all gathered because they care about where this country’s headed. That matters.



[image or embed] — Josh Weil for Congress (@joshweil.bsky.social) March 27, 2025 at 5:15 AM

Democratic Daily Download

x On today’s Democratic Daily Download, @meeks.house.gov explains why the Signal chat was a threat to our national security, why Hegseth must resign and how Dems are forcing a vote to compel the Trump Administration into releasing all details surrounding the disclosure of classified info.



[image or embed] — House Democrats (@housedemocrats.bsky.social) March 28, 2025 at 11:27 AM

x On today’s Democratic Daily Download, @adamsmith.house.gov, Ranking Member of the @democrats-armedservices.house.gov Committee, raises the alarm about threat the Trump Administration poses to U.S. national security.



[image or embed] — House Democrats (@housedemocrats.bsky.social) March 27, 2025 at 11:11 AM

Continuing fallout from the reckless, dangerous and stupid actions of our ‘national security’ team.

x Pilot to Hegseth: "You’re going to kill somebody."



For the safety of our troops, @SecDef has got to go. pic.twitter.com/2Op7xfWLIr — Tammy Duckworth (@SenDuckworth) March 27, 2025

x .@SenAngusKing: "So the attack sequencing and timing and weapons and targets you don't consider to have been classified?"



DNI Gabbard: "I defer to the Secretary of Defense and the National Security Council..."



King: "You're the head of the intelligence community." pic.twitter.com/R59vbevaSx — CSPAN (@cspan) March 25, 2025

x There are 19 year olds who I served with in Afghanistan who took security practices more seriously than senior members of this administration.



At a time when public servants who have protected our nation's infrastructure have lost their job for no reason, people should be… — Wes Moore (@iamwesmoore) March 25, 2025

x Walking into today’s Intelligence Committee hearing.



I’ll be demanding answers from DNI Director Gabbard & CIA Director Ratcliffe on the Trump Administration’s reckless discussion of war plans via text.



Tune in. pic.twitter.com/uVHur1XBeD — Rep. Jason Crow (@RepJasonCrow) March 26, 2025

x BAIER: “Senator Duckworth, your statement was pretty pointed — you said Hegseth is an ‘effing’ liar.” pic.twitter.com/Dg3FtMmEsW — The Tennessee Holler (@TheTNHoller) March 27, 2025

Democrats doing Democratic things.

x We cannot let due process, free speech, and civil liberties be dismantled under this Administration’s Ill-advised policies. Everyone must speak out! — Rep. Sylvia Garcia (@sylviagarcia.house.gov) March 27, 2025 at 10:20 AM

x If you don't want to see this horrible garbage happen in every future high-stakes election, make sure it demonstrably fails in the Wisconsin Supreme Court race by helping elect Susan Crawford



[image or embed] — Ben Wikler (@benwikler.bsky.social) March 26, 2025 at 8:24 PM

x Republicans are breaking the promise America made to take care of our veterans. The men and women who served our country and defended our democracy deserve to talk to a real person about their VA care and benefits. www.cnn.com/2025/03/28/p...



[image or embed] — Congresswoman Gwen Moore (@repgwenmoore.bsky.social) March 28, 2025 at 11:53 AM

x Folks, this is a scam.



The GOP is helping Elon Musk and his friends loot the federal government and give themselves billions in federal contracts—and then wants to give them permanent tax breaks on the back end by cutting critical programs.



So, let's call it what it is: a… pic.twitter.com/ncANcbtIDR — Rep. Melanie Stansbury (@Rep_Stansbury) March 27, 2025

x We’re co-leading 20 AGs in opposing the Trump administration’s decision to repeal regulations implementing NEPA - the nation’s bedrock environmental law.



This attempt to undermine NEPA endangers the health of millions, public health, and the environment. — Rob Bonta (@AGRobBonta) March 28, 2025

x Some good news: As a result of public pressure, my office has confirmed that DOGE has backed down from their previously announced decision to close Social Security offices in GA. — Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (@warnock.senate.gov) March 27, 2025 at 2:53 PM

x My office is now displaying Tribal flags that the Trump administration removed from the Phoenix VA Hospital. Arizona is proud of the Tribal Veterans who sacrificed for their country. We should recognize their service, not disrespect their heritage. pic.twitter.com/3ANL2dAZDp — Governor Katie Hobbs (@GovernorHobbs) March 25, 2025

x The notion that the Admin is planning to merge @FDICgov w/ other bank regulators is an outrageous, reckless & deeply irresponsible attack on the financial security of millions of Americans.



See my letter w/@RepNikema @repcleaver opposing efforts to undermine FDIC independence.… pic.twitter.com/SSw9GLvMv9 — Rep. David Scott (@repdavidscott) March 28, 2025

x This is all because of the Republican Party. pic.twitter.com/O2Z45X5KPf — DCCC (@dccc) March 28, 2025

Townhalls everywhere!

x Honored to have an opportunity to tune into a virtual town hall hosted by South Carolina Democratic Party Chairperson Christale Spain with Rep. Jim Clyburn and former SSA Administrator Martin O'Malley. 🧵



[image or embed] — Jason Isaac Park (He/Him) (@jasonisaacpark.bsky.social) March 26, 2025 at 4:34 PM

x What a great morning celebrating Women’s History Month in Montgomery County! Thank you Councilmember Laurie-Anne Sayles for bringing together all these amazing women. The years to come look brighter with what the women in this room are leaving for future generations.



[image or embed] — Senator Angela Alsobrooks (@alsobrooks.senate.gov) March 28, 2025 at 9:02 AM

x Republicans across the country are dodging their constituents and cancelling town halls.



But @SenRubenGallego and I wanted to hear from Arizonans. That’s why we held town halls across the state last week. Here’s what we heard. 🧵 — Senator Mark Kelly (@SenMarkKelly) March 26, 2025

x Tonight’s telephone town hall is powered by cupcakes and constituents. Stream live at https://t.co/EGr5sgTPBM! pic.twitter.com/IkvgCMeQGL — Congresswoman Maxine Dexter (@RepDexterOR) March 27, 2025

x Spent the afternoon in Hampton Roads hearing directly from nonprofit leaders doing critical work on gun violence prevention, homeless, and more.



The message is clear: Trump’s reign of chaos is bad for business and is harming essential on-the-ground work. pic.twitter.com/Wfcd3sSHW5 — Mark Warner (@MarkWarner) March 28, 2025

x In this moment of fear and uncertainty, information is one of our greatest tools to keep our community safe. My team and I were in Maryvale today to share Know Your Rights information in five languages so our neighbors know their constitutional rights, regardless of immigration status.



[image or embed] — Congresswoman Yassamin Ansari (@repyassansari.bsky.social) March 29, 2025 at 4:24 PM

Janesmom and Janesotheraunt doing their M-F protest, which is not to be confused with the weekend protests they attend.

Seriously, these two spend time EVERY day working on their signs. On the weekends they usually join larger protests in Seattle. They are an inspiration. And, yes, they vote, and they talk to other people to make sure they’re doing what they can to protect our democracy.

x Some of my favorite people doing their M-F protests above Montlake Blvd in Seattle. Give them a honk and a peace sign if you see them!! Not shown is my resister sister who is taking the picture.



[image or embed] — Janice (@mynameisjanice.bsky.social) March 27, 2025 at 9:23 PM

x Some of my favorite people doing their M-F protests above Montlake Blvd in Seattle. Give them a honk and a peace sign if you see them!!



[image or embed] — Janice (@mynameisjanice.bsky.social) March 27, 2025 at 9:22 PM

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