Adrian W Brakeley
@awbrakeley.bsky.social
Husband, father, USAF Veteran, Campaign Manager, President of @ydnc.bsky.social
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Texas Senate District 9 over the years ⬇️
2022 ➡️ 🔴 Republican wins by 20 points
2024 ➡️ 🔴 Trump wins by 17 points
2026 ➡️ 🔵 Democrat wins by 14 points
We can compete and win anywhere. But we MUST show up and vote! TEXAS your primaries are on Tuesday, March 3!
www.texastribune.org/2026/01/30/t...
2022 ➡️ 🔴 Republican wins by 20 points
2024 ➡️ 🔴 Trump wins by 17 points
2026 ➡️ 🔵 Democrat wins by 14 points
We can compete and win anywhere. But we MUST show up and vote! TEXAS your primaries are on Tuesday, March 3!
www.texastribune.org/2026/01/30/t...
Democrat wins special election for red Texas Senate seat
With ballots tallied from all but a handful of voting centers, Rehmet had 57% of the vote, besting the 43% for his GOP opponent, Leigh Wambsganss, who had a massive spending advantage.
www.texastribune.org
February 1, 2026 at 12:56 PM
Texas Senate District 9 over the years ⬇️
2022 ➡️ 🔴 Republican wins by 20 points
2024 ➡️ 🔴 Trump wins by 17 points
2026 ➡️ 🔵 Democrat wins by 14 points
We can compete and win anywhere. But we MUST show up and vote! TEXAS your primaries are on Tuesday, March 3!
www.texastribune.org/2026/01/30/t...
2022 ➡️ 🔴 Republican wins by 20 points
2024 ➡️ 🔴 Trump wins by 17 points
2026 ➡️ 🔵 Democrat wins by 14 points
We can compete and win anywhere. But we MUST show up and vote! TEXAS your primaries are on Tuesday, March 3!
www.texastribune.org/2026/01/30/t...
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In case you missed it, a Republican in *checks notes* … Texas — who Trump endorsed — just underperformed Trump by 30 points and lost a special election.
The panic is going to be delicious.
The panic is going to be delicious.
February 1, 2026 at 5:36 AM
In case you missed it, a Republican in *checks notes* … Texas — who Trump endorsed — just underperformed Trump by 30 points and lost a special election.
The panic is going to be delicious.
The panic is going to be delicious.
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"MPR News has learned that the police chief in the small southern Minnesota city of St. Peter intervened Thursday afternoon to prevent federal immigration agents from arresting a local resident" who had been observing federal agents. www.mprnews.org/story/2026/0...
St. Peter police chief intervenes, prevents federal agents from arresting resident
The police chief of St. Peter intervened to prevent federal agents from taking a local resident who was observing ICE enforcement actions into custody. It is believed to the first time local police in...
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January 31, 2026 at 2:48 PM
"MPR News has learned that the police chief in the small southern Minnesota city of St. Peter intervened Thursday afternoon to prevent federal immigration agents from arresting a local resident" who had been observing federal agents. www.mprnews.org/story/2026/0...
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The NCDP family mourns the loss of Gov. Jim Hunt, a champion of our mission. He showed everyone what it means to be a Democrat in the South.
Our hearts are with the Hunt family. We will celebrate the life and service of Gov. Jim Hunt by carrying forward his values and hope for a better tomorrow.
Our hearts are with the Hunt family. We will celebrate the life and service of Gov. Jim Hunt by carrying forward his values and hope for a better tomorrow.
December 18, 2025 at 11:10 PM
The NCDP family mourns the loss of Gov. Jim Hunt, a champion of our mission. He showed everyone what it means to be a Democrat in the South.
Our hearts are with the Hunt family. We will celebrate the life and service of Gov. Jim Hunt by carrying forward his values and hope for a better tomorrow.
Our hearts are with the Hunt family. We will celebrate the life and service of Gov. Jim Hunt by carrying forward his values and hope for a better tomorrow.
North Carolina lost a giant today. Governor Jim Hunt has passed away, and he leaves behind an incredible legacy.
From a current YDNC president to a former, rest in peace, Governor. You will be remembered for generations.
#ncpol
From a current YDNC president to a former, rest in peace, Governor. You will be remembered for generations.
#ncpol
December 18, 2025 at 10:22 PM
North Carolina lost a giant today. Governor Jim Hunt has passed away, and he leaves behind an incredible legacy.
From a current YDNC president to a former, rest in peace, Governor. You will be remembered for generations.
#ncpol
From a current YDNC president to a former, rest in peace, Governor. You will be remembered for generations.
#ncpol
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Governor Jim Hunt was nothing short of an icon in NC politics. An absolute legend loved by many. His death is a huge loss to our state. Our thoughts are with his family and Lt. Governor Rachel Hunt. Rest in Peace.
Former NC Gov. Jim Hunt dead at 88 www.wral.com/news/state/n...
Former NC Gov. Jim Hunt dead at 88 www.wral.com/news/state/n...
Former NC Gov. Jim Hunt dead at 88
Former Gov. Jim Hunt, who redefined the office of governor in North Carolina, championed public education and helped focus the state's economy on high-tech industries, has died. He was 88.
www.wral.com
December 18, 2025 at 9:59 PM
Governor Jim Hunt was nothing short of an icon in NC politics. An absolute legend loved by many. His death is a huge loss to our state. Our thoughts are with his family and Lt. Governor Rachel Hunt. Rest in Peace.
Former NC Gov. Jim Hunt dead at 88 www.wral.com/news/state/n...
Former NC Gov. Jim Hunt dead at 88 www.wral.com/news/state/n...
I'm attending Young Democrats of North Carolina's event, “Young Democrats of Orange County Social + Organizing Meeting” - sign up now to join me! www.mobilize.us/ydnc/event/8...
Young Democrats of Orange County Social + Organizing Meeting · Young Democrats of North Carolina
Calling all Young Democrats ages 16-35 in Orange County!
Join us at our upcoming social on Wednesday, December 3rd at 6:00pm at Steel String Brewery in Carrboro to meet fellow young progressives and ...
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November 17, 2025 at 6:27 PM
I'm attending Young Democrats of North Carolina's event, “Young Democrats of Orange County Social + Organizing Meeting” - sign up now to join me! www.mobilize.us/ydnc/event/8...
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Not only was it a major night for Democrats nationally, but also in local elections across North Carolina.
You won't read about about these in the headlines tomorrow, but NC Dems are continuing to lay impressive groundwork — building the bench and racking up wins.
You won't read about about these in the headlines tomorrow, but NC Dems are continuing to lay impressive groundwork — building the bench and racking up wins.
November 5, 2025 at 4:07 AM
Not only was it a major night for Democrats nationally, but also in local elections across North Carolina.
You won't read about about these in the headlines tomorrow, but NC Dems are continuing to lay impressive groundwork — building the bench and racking up wins.
You won't read about about these in the headlines tomorrow, but NC Dems are continuing to lay impressive groundwork — building the bench and racking up wins.
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I’m genuinely just sitting in the office in shock. We won everything. Young voters turned out in force for Dems.
We’ve never been so back.
We’ve never been so back.
November 5, 2025 at 4:37 AM
I’m genuinely just sitting in the office in shock. We won everything. Young voters turned out in force for Dems.
We’ve never been so back.
We’ve never been so back.
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The GOP was already freaking out about the impending Trump effect on the midterms.
Now they’re fucking terrified.
Now they’re fucking terrified.
November 5, 2025 at 2:53 AM
The GOP was already freaking out about the impending Trump effect on the midterms.
Now they’re fucking terrified.
Now they’re fucking terrified.
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A moment of silence for all the refreshing buttons being pushed to their limits tonight.
November 5, 2025 at 1:14 AM
A moment of silence for all the refreshing buttons being pushed to their limits tonight.
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The news about Rep. Cecil Brockman is sickening and horrifying.
He must resign immediately.
As @ydnc.bsky.social President @awbrakeley.bsky.social said, “anything less would be a continued insult to the victim, survivors, families, and to every person who believes in justice.”
He must resign immediately.
As @ydnc.bsky.social President @awbrakeley.bsky.social said, “anything less would be a continued insult to the victim, survivors, families, and to every person who believes in justice.”
October 9, 2025 at 6:05 PM
The news about Rep. Cecil Brockman is sickening and horrifying.
He must resign immediately.
As @ydnc.bsky.social President @awbrakeley.bsky.social said, “anything less would be a continued insult to the victim, survivors, families, and to every person who believes in justice.”
He must resign immediately.
As @ydnc.bsky.social President @awbrakeley.bsky.social said, “anything less would be a continued insult to the victim, survivors, families, and to every person who believes in justice.”
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Looks like former NC Gov #roycooper is getting set to throw his hat in the ring for US Senate. Axios is reporting that he’ll be announcing next week, though I think he might announce at the #ncdp Unity Dinner. We’ll see. Exciting times. #ncpol #fyp #leftofoldnorth #dems #ncdems #midterms #ussenate
July 23, 2025 at 6:50 PM
Looks like former NC Gov #roycooper is getting set to throw his hat in the ring for US Senate. Axios is reporting that he’ll be announcing next week, though I think he might announce at the #ncdp Unity Dinner. We’ll see. Exciting times. #ncpol #fyp #leftofoldnorth #dems #ncdems #midterms #ussenate
Republicans are not unfamiliar with what's in their bills. they're very dangerously aware.
#politics #uspolitics #politicstiktok #politicstok #democrats #republicans #project2025 #trump #ncpol
#politics #uspolitics #politicstiktok #politicstok #democrats #republicans #project2025 #trump #ncpol
May 28, 2025 at 1:09 AM
Republicans are not unfamiliar with what's in their bills. they're very dangerously aware.
#politics #uspolitics #politicstiktok #politicstok #democrats #republicans #project2025 #trump #ncpol
#politics #uspolitics #politicstiktok #politicstok #democrats #republicans #project2025 #trump #ncpol
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This week we talked to WCU professor @chriscooperwcu.bsky.social about #ncpol and he echoed some of our same concerns about what the #griffinvriggs case did to people’s faith in our election system. #ncpol #leftofoldnorth #ncdems #fyp #ncdp #congress #ncsupremecourt #jeffersongriffin #allisonriggs
May 27, 2025 at 8:31 PM
This week we talked to WCU professor @chriscooperwcu.bsky.social about #ncpol and he echoed some of our same concerns about what the #griffinvriggs case did to people’s faith in our election system. #ncpol #leftofoldnorth #ncdems #fyp #ncdp #congress #ncsupremecourt #jeffersongriffin #allisonriggs
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Breaking and Analysis: Federal Court–in a Ruling Likely to Be Upheld on Appeal– Holds That Judge Griffin’s Attempt to Overturn the Results of the North Carolina Supreme Court Election Violates the Constitutional Rights of Voters and Orders Certification for Justice Riggs electionlawblog.org?p=149785
Breaking and Analysis: Federal District Court--in a Ruling Likely to Be Upheld on Appeal-- Holds That Judge Griffin's Attempt to Overturn the Results of the North Carolina Supreme Court Election Viola...
You can read the detailed analysis at this link. Here is the core holding: The court concludes that the retroactive invalidation of absentee ballots cast by overseas military and civilian voters viola...
electionlawblog.org
May 6, 2025 at 12:16 AM
Breaking and Analysis: Federal Court–in a Ruling Likely to Be Upheld on Appeal– Holds That Judge Griffin’s Attempt to Overturn the Results of the North Carolina Supreme Court Election Violates the Constitutional Rights of Voters and Orders Certification for Justice Riggs electionlawblog.org?p=149785
*sigh*
Schumer on the Democratic response to Trump's shakedown of Harvard: "We sent him a very strong letter just the other day asking eight very strong questions."
April 27, 2025 at 5:04 PM
*sigh*
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April 19, 2025 at 3:29 PM
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so according to him, SCOTUS is "aiding and abetting a terrorist" since they ruled, 9-0 for DUE PROCESS
April 17, 2025 at 6:57 PM
so according to him, SCOTUS is "aiding and abetting a terrorist" since they ruled, 9-0 for DUE PROCESS
Here it is, folks. They're proudly saying if you support due process and you disagree with this administration's actions, you are now considered a terrorist.
Even the #Trump -friendly Supreme Court said what they're doing is illegal.
This is #fascism, and they're coming for YOU next.
Even the #Trump -friendly Supreme Court said what they're doing is illegal.
This is #fascism, and they're coming for YOU next.
JUST IN: Deputy Assistant to the President and "Counterterrorism Czar" Sebastian Gorka says anyone advocating for due process for Kilmar Abrego Garcia could be viewed as "aiding and abetting a terrorist" and be federally charged. (h/t Philip Germain)
April 18, 2025 at 6:46 PM
The youth vote is splitting.
Young women are voting blue in record numbers.
Young men? They're drifting to the right — fast.
Read it on The Youth Observer:
#YouthVote #GenZ #GenderGap #Politics #ProgressiveStrategy #YoungVoters #TheYouthObserver #2024Election
Young women are voting blue in record numbers.
Young men? They're drifting to the right — fast.
Read it on The Youth Observer:
#YouthVote #GenZ #GenderGap #Politics #ProgressiveStrategy #YoungVoters #TheYouthObserver #2024Election
Once a reliable stronghold for the Democratic Party, the youth vote is now splintering with gender emerging as a key dividing line. Do you agree?
The "Youth Vote" Isn’t Real — It’s Two Blocs Going in Opposite Directions
The youth vote was once the Democratic Party’s secret weapon. Now, it’s fracturing — and the break is along gender lines.
www.youthobserver.com
April 18, 2025 at 12:09 AM
The youth vote is splitting.
Young women are voting blue in record numbers.
Young men? They're drifting to the right — fast.
Read it on The Youth Observer:
#YouthVote #GenZ #GenderGap #Politics #ProgressiveStrategy #YoungVoters #TheYouthObserver #2024Election
Young women are voting blue in record numbers.
Young men? They're drifting to the right — fast.
Read it on The Youth Observer:
#YouthVote #GenZ #GenderGap #Politics #ProgressiveStrategy #YoungVoters #TheYouthObserver #2024Election
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Happy to be on board!
Introducing Adrian W. Brakeley: Based in North Carolina, Adrian is a political strategist, U.S. Air Force veteran, and grassroots organizer with a background in public administration, design, and law. He is the latest addition to our incredible roster at Youth Observer.
April 17, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Happy to be on board!
Is the Age of Gerontocracy Finally Over?
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Is the Age of Gerontocracy Finally Over?
How Young Leaders Are Transforming the Idea of Leadership and Shaping the Future of American Politics
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April 9, 2025 at 6:49 PM
Is the Age of Gerontocracy Finally Over?
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Make no mistake, the @northcarolinagop.bsky.social and their cronies on the Court of Appeals do not care about letting your vote count. Any voters you know who are overseas/military or who might have missing voter registration info need to know that they only have 15 days to fix said info. #ncpol
🚨 BREAKING NEWS: the Republican-majority on the N.C. Court of Appeals rules to overturn the decision of the Wake County Superior Court (and the voters in the state) in a 2-1 decision to disenfranchise more than 65,000 voters from LAST year’s election. ⬇️
appellate.nccourts.org/opinions/?c=2&…
appellate.nccourts.org/opinions/?c=2&…
N.C. Appellate Courts
https://appellate.nccourts.org/opinions/?c=2&…
April 4, 2025 at 4:53 PM
Make no mistake, the @northcarolinagop.bsky.social and their cronies on the Court of Appeals do not care about letting your vote count. Any voters you know who are overseas/military or who might have missing voter registration info need to know that they only have 15 days to fix said info. #ncpol