Brian Lemek
@brianlemek.bsky.social
@dtvpac.bsky.social Executive Director, Stop Gun Violence PAC Treasurer, Part-time motorcycle mechanic
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All while Congress is out of session and not working.
Wait.
The government shut down stops SNAP payments that provide food to families, but members of Congress still get paid?!
That’s atrocious and corrupt.
The government shut down stops SNAP payments that provide food to families, but members of Congress still get paid?!
That’s atrocious and corrupt.
October 29, 2025 at 9:02 PM
All while Congress is out of session and not working.
We must not let elected officials continue to not do the work that their constituents voted them in for.
The message should be clear: Republicans need to end this shutdown and get back to serving the American people.
The message should be clear: Republicans need to end this shutdown and get back to serving the American people.
This isn’t going to drive down prices.
Republicans should end the shut down and get to work.
Republicans should end the shut down and get to work.
October 21, 2025 at 4:13 PM
We must not let elected officials continue to not do the work that their constituents voted them in for.
The message should be clear: Republicans need to end this shutdown and get back to serving the American people.
The message should be clear: Republicans need to end this shutdown and get back to serving the American people.
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“This bill honors John Lewis’s legacy, and it protects the future of our democracy. The Senate should pass it immediately.”
Read our executive director @brianlemek.bsky.social's full comments on the Senate reintroduction of the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act: wedefendthevote.org/dtv-back
Read our executive director @brianlemek.bsky.social's full comments on the Senate reintroduction of the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act: wedefendthevote.org/dtv-back
DTV Backs John Lewis Voting Rights Act Ahead of VRA Anniversary - Defend The Vote
Defend The Vote Action Fund Executive Director Brian Lemek released the following statement regarding the Senate reintroduction of the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act ahead of the August 6th ...
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July 30, 2025 at 1:05 AM
“This bill honors John Lewis’s legacy, and it protects the future of our democracy. The Senate should pass it immediately.”
Read our executive director @brianlemek.bsky.social's full comments on the Senate reintroduction of the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act: wedefendthevote.org/dtv-back
Read our executive director @brianlemek.bsky.social's full comments on the Senate reintroduction of the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act: wedefendthevote.org/dtv-back
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“If you needed any more evidence that our system is broken, Senate Republicans just delivered it."
Read our ED @brianlemek.bsky.social's full statement on the Senate Republicans' passing of Trump's Big Ugly Bill:
wedefendthevote.org/senate-gop-p...
Read our ED @brianlemek.bsky.social's full statement on the Senate Republicans' passing of Trump's Big Ugly Bill:
wedefendthevote.org/senate-gop-p...
Senate GOP Passes Big Ugly Bill: Cuts Medicaid, Raises Costs - Defend The Vote
Defend The Vote Executive Director Brian Lemek released the following statement in reaction to Senate Republicans’ passage of Donald Trump’s Big Ugly Bill. “If you needed any more evidence that our sy...
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July 1, 2025 at 5:31 PM
“If you needed any more evidence that our system is broken, Senate Republicans just delivered it."
Read our ED @brianlemek.bsky.social's full statement on the Senate Republicans' passing of Trump's Big Ugly Bill:
wedefendthevote.org/senate-gop-p...
Read our ED @brianlemek.bsky.social's full statement on the Senate Republicans' passing of Trump's Big Ugly Bill:
wedefendthevote.org/senate-gop-p...
"This bill is a direct attack on American families. It rigs the rules even further in favor of billionaire donors and big corporations, who don’t need more help. "
Read my full statement on Trump's Big Ugly Bill: wedefendthevote.org/senate-gop-p...
Read my full statement on Trump's Big Ugly Bill: wedefendthevote.org/senate-gop-p...
Senate GOP Passes Big Ugly Bill: Cuts Medicaid, Raises Costs - Defend The Vote
Defend The Vote Executive Director Brian Lemek released the following statement in reaction to Senate Republicans’ passage of Donald Trump’s Big Ugly Bill. “If you needed any more evidence that our sy...
wedefendthevote.org
July 1, 2025 at 5:59 PM
"This bill is a direct attack on American families. It rigs the rules even further in favor of billionaire donors and big corporations, who don’t need more help. "
Read my full statement on Trump's Big Ugly Bill: wedefendthevote.org/senate-gop-p...
Read my full statement on Trump's Big Ugly Bill: wedefendthevote.org/senate-gop-p...
Enjoyed a great conversation!
>>> @dtvpac.bsky.social Executive Director @brianlemek.bsky.social joined Richard Chew on WCPT to talk about our work to elect a pro-democracy majory in Congress in 2026.
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WCPT 820 Interview: Brian Lemek of Defend The Vote - Chew's Views with Richard Chew
Richard Chew is joined by Brian Lemek, executive director of Defend The Vote, a political action committee dedicated to preserving our democracy through ensuring voting access, education and protectio...
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June 16, 2025 at 2:04 PM
Enjoyed a great conversation!
Congratulations to Mikie Sherrill on her primary victory! There is no doubt that she will be a champion for the rights of New Jerseyans and fight to make democracy work for everyone.
Read my full statement here: wedefendthevote.org/dtv-congratu...
Read my full statement here: wedefendthevote.org/dtv-congratu...
DTV Congratulates Sherrill on NJ Victory - Defend The Vote
Defend The Vote Executive Director Brian Lemek released the following statement congratulating Mikie Sherrill on her primary victory in the New Jersey governors race. DTV endorsed Sherrill early in th...
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June 12, 2025 at 7:16 PM
Congratulations to Mikie Sherrill on her primary victory! There is no doubt that she will be a champion for the rights of New Jerseyans and fight to make democracy work for everyone.
Read my full statement here: wedefendthevote.org/dtv-congratu...
Read my full statement here: wedefendthevote.org/dtv-congratu...
Reposted by Brian Lemek
>>> @dtvpac.bsky.social Executive Director @brianlemek.bsky.social joined Richard Chew on WCPT to talk about our work to elect a pro-democracy majory in Congress in 2026.
omny.fm/shows/chewsv...
omny.fm/shows/chewsv...
WCPT 820 Interview: Brian Lemek of Defend The Vote - Chew's Views with Richard Chew
Richard Chew is joined by Brian Lemek, executive director of Defend The Vote, a political action committee dedicated to preserving our democracy through ensuring voting access, education and protectio...
omny.fm
June 9, 2025 at 2:37 PM
>>> @dtvpac.bsky.social Executive Director @brianlemek.bsky.social joined Richard Chew on WCPT to talk about our work to elect a pro-democracy majory in Congress in 2026.
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Chaotic and scary. Sounds right.
April 30, 2025 at 2:45 AM
Chaotic and scary. Sounds right.
When I first heard the impact the SAVE Act could have I thought of one person: my stepmom. A woman with decades of voting under her belt would have her voice swept away. We MUST stop this bill to protect the voices that need to be heard the most. #HandsOffHerVote
April 2, 2025 at 8:04 PM
When I first heard the impact the SAVE Act could have I thought of one person: my stepmom. A woman with decades of voting under her belt would have her voice swept away. We MUST stop this bill to protect the voices that need to be heard the most. #HandsOffHerVote
“House Republicans are pushing a bill they know would block millions of eligible American citizens from voting."
Read my full statement to Congress on the SAVE Act here: wedefendthevote.org/dtv-calls-on...
Read my full statement to Congress on the SAVE Act here: wedefendthevote.org/dtv-calls-on...
DTV Calls on Congress to Reject SAVE Act - Defend The Vote
Defend The Vote Executive Director Brian Lemek released the following statement in reaction to the House Rules Committee’s consideration of the SAVE Act, a bill that would block millions of Americans ...
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March 31, 2025 at 2:50 PM
“House Republicans are pushing a bill they know would block millions of eligible American citizens from voting."
Read my full statement to Congress on the SAVE Act here: wedefendthevote.org/dtv-calls-on...
Read my full statement to Congress on the SAVE Act here: wedefendthevote.org/dtv-calls-on...
A strong and effective leader. You can support Abigail here: t.co/YrLjJBsKwL
“Defending our right to vote is at the heart of preserving our democracy — and is foundational to who we are as Americans."
We're proud to announce our endorsement of
@abigailspanberger.com.
We're proud to announce our endorsement of
@abigailspanberger.com.
March 28, 2025 at 4:08 PM
A strong and effective leader. You can support Abigail here: t.co/YrLjJBsKwL
A remarkable leader for the people of New Jersey! You can support Rep. Sherrill here: secure.ngpvan.com/LIT5s8Eo6Ei3cnKgNdqteA2
March 21, 2025 at 3:10 PM
A remarkable leader for the people of New Jersey! You can support Rep. Sherrill here: secure.ngpvan.com/LIT5s8Eo6Ei3cnKgNdqteA2
“Voting provides people with the ability to shape policies that impact their lives—issues like grocery prices, housing costs, health care and gun violence."
Read my full statement in support of H.R. 14, the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act of 2025, here: wedefendthevote.org/defend-the-v...
Read my full statement in support of H.R. 14, the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act of 2025, here: wedefendthevote.org/defend-the-v...
Defend the Vote Endorses John Lewis Voting Rights Act - Defend The Vote
Calls on Congress to pass H.R. 14 to protect the freedom to vote Defend The Vote Action Fund Executive Director Brian Lemek released the following statement in support of H.R. 14, the John Lewis Votin...
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March 5, 2025 at 6:37 PM
“Voting provides people with the ability to shape policies that impact their lives—issues like grocery prices, housing costs, health care and gun violence."
Read my full statement in support of H.R. 14, the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act of 2025, here: wedefendthevote.org/defend-the-v...
Read my full statement in support of H.R. 14, the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act of 2025, here: wedefendthevote.org/defend-the-v...
Having seen the caliber of leader that Lucy McBath is through our close work, I have no doubt in my mind she will make a fantastic governor!
NEWS
Democratic Congresswoman Lucy McBath has filed paperwork to open an exploratory committee to run for governor of Georgia.
If McBath decides to run and wins, she would be the first Black woman governor in the history of the United States.
Full Story: bit.ly/3F46lrs
Democratic Congresswoman Lucy McBath has filed paperwork to open an exploratory committee to run for governor of Georgia.
If McBath decides to run and wins, she would be the first Black woman governor in the history of the United States.
Full Story: bit.ly/3F46lrs
March 5, 2025 at 4:25 PM
Having seen the caliber of leader that Lucy McBath is through our close work, I have no doubt in my mind she will make a fantastic governor!
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🚨 Republicans are fast tracking this bill. We’re working every day to stop it.
We need safe, accessible elections for all eligible voters - not to block citizens from voting.
www.cbsnews.com/news/save-ac...
We need safe, accessible elections for all eligible voters - not to block citizens from voting.
www.cbsnews.com/news/save-ac...
Experts warn the proposed SAVE Act could make it harder for some married women to vote. Here's who could be affected.
The SAVE Act could change voter registration requirements for millions of people. Here's how.
www.cbsnews.com
February 27, 2025 at 2:32 AM
🚨 Republicans are fast tracking this bill. We’re working every day to stop it.
We need safe, accessible elections for all eligible voters - not to block citizens from voting.
www.cbsnews.com/news/save-ac...
We need safe, accessible elections for all eligible voters - not to block citizens from voting.
www.cbsnews.com/news/save-ac...
"By overturning a century of precedents designed to limit their control, the Court opened the floodgates to unchecked corruption."
Read my full statement on the Supreme Court's Citizens United Decision below: wedefendthevote.org/15-years-lat...
Read my full statement on the Supreme Court's Citizens United Decision below: wedefendthevote.org/15-years-lat...
15 Years Later: Citizens United Decision Gives Billionaires Full Control - Defend The Vote
Defend The Vote Executive Director Brian Lemek released the following statement on the upcoming 15th anniversary of the Supreme Court’s disastrous Citizens United decision. “The Supreme Court’s Citize...
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January 21, 2025 at 2:52 PM
"By overturning a century of precedents designed to limit their control, the Court opened the floodgates to unchecked corruption."
Read my full statement on the Supreme Court's Citizens United Decision below: wedefendthevote.org/15-years-lat...
Read my full statement on the Supreme Court's Citizens United Decision below: wedefendthevote.org/15-years-lat...
"We will build a nation rooted in Dr. King’s vision where every voice is heard, every vote counts, and power belongs to the people.”
Read my full statement below: wedefendthevote.org/mlk-dedicati...
Read my full statement below: wedefendthevote.org/mlk-dedicati...
MLK Dedication to Justice Stronger than Trump Assault on Democracy - Defend The Vote
Defend The Vote Executive Director Brian Lemek released the following statement in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day and ahead of Donald Trump’s inauguration. “Today, we honor Dr. Martin Luther King...
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January 20, 2025 at 4:34 PM
"We will build a nation rooted in Dr. King’s vision where every voice is heard, every vote counts, and power belongs to the people.”
Read my full statement below: wedefendthevote.org/mlk-dedicati...
Read my full statement below: wedefendthevote.org/mlk-dedicati...
“While Donald Trump was able to avoid consequences in court, our work to defend democracy and hold him accountable continues."
Read my full comments on the Special Counsel Report below:
wedefendthevote.org/special-coun...
Read my full comments on the Special Counsel Report below:
wedefendthevote.org/special-coun...
Special Counsel Report Affirms Trump’s Criminal Attacks on Election - Defend The Vote
Defend The Vote Executive Director Brian Lemek released the following statement in reaction to the release of the Special Counsel report on the charges brought against Donald Trump for attempting to o...
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January 14, 2025 at 8:09 PM
“While Donald Trump was able to avoid consequences in court, our work to defend democracy and hold him accountable continues."
Read my full comments on the Special Counsel Report below:
wedefendthevote.org/special-coun...
Read my full comments on the Special Counsel Report below:
wedefendthevote.org/special-coun...
This is non-negotiable, we must protect our right to vote.
Trump and Republicans want to stop eligible American citizens from registering to vote.
We will oppose them every step of the step of the way.
We will defend the freedom to vote.
We will oppose them every step of the step of the way.
We will defend the freedom to vote.
January 9, 2025 at 4:49 PM
This is non-negotiable, we must protect our right to vote.
Read my statement on January 6th below.
We haven't forgotten that four years ago Donald Trump led a violent and deadly conspiracy to overturn the 2020 election.
"Our nation deserves a peaceful transfer of power for every election and nothing less." -
@brianlemek.bsky.social #January6th
Read more: wedefendthevote.org/hes-not-our-...
"Our nation deserves a peaceful transfer of power for every election and nothing less." -
@brianlemek.bsky.social #January6th
Read more: wedefendthevote.org/hes-not-our-...
He’s Not Our Guy, But Our Country Deserves a Peaceful Transfer of Power - Every Time - Defend The Vote
Defend The Vote Executive Director Brian Lemek released the following statement on the January 6 Presidential election certification. “Today Congress will certify Donald Trump’s election in the 2024 ...
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January 6, 2025 at 5:18 PM
Read my statement on January 6th below.
Reposted by Brian Lemek
We haven't forgotten that four years ago Donald Trump led a violent and deadly conspiracy to overturn the 2020 election.
"Our nation deserves a peaceful transfer of power for every election and nothing less." -
@brianlemek.bsky.social #January6th
Read more: wedefendthevote.org/hes-not-our-...
"Our nation deserves a peaceful transfer of power for every election and nothing less." -
@brianlemek.bsky.social #January6th
Read more: wedefendthevote.org/hes-not-our-...
He’s Not Our Guy, But Our Country Deserves a Peaceful Transfer of Power - Every Time - Defend The Vote
Defend The Vote Executive Director Brian Lemek released the following statement on the January 6 Presidential election certification. “Today Congress will certify Donald Trump’s election in the 2024 ...
wedefendthevote.org
January 6, 2025 at 4:53 PM
We haven't forgotten that four years ago Donald Trump led a violent and deadly conspiracy to overturn the 2020 election.
"Our nation deserves a peaceful transfer of power for every election and nothing less." -
@brianlemek.bsky.social #January6th
Read more: wedefendthevote.org/hes-not-our-...
"Our nation deserves a peaceful transfer of power for every election and nothing less." -
@brianlemek.bsky.social #January6th
Read more: wedefendthevote.org/hes-not-our-...
Members of Congress and 75m+ Americans opposed him but today Donald Trump's election will be certified. We will never forget the violent and criminal conspiracy that Trump led to overthrow the 2020 results but we must put our democracy first. We deserve a peaceful transfer and accountability.
January 6, 2025 at 5:16 PM
Members of Congress and 75m+ Americans opposed him but today Donald Trump's election will be certified. We will never forget the violent and criminal conspiracy that Trump led to overthrow the 2020 results but we must put our democracy first. We deserve a peaceful transfer and accountability.
I can't even think of a more damaging group that's ever been in place to run our government. We the people want a country run with the best interests of everyday people in mind, not billionaires and corporate greed. Sadly, with these picks there is little hope for any other result.
As predicted, Trump is putting his Project 2025 team in place.
They are preparing a dangerous agenda.
They’ll eliminate checks and balances to benefit billionaires and corporations. Middle class families will play the price.
They are preparing a dangerous agenda.
They’ll eliminate checks and balances to benefit billionaires and corporations. Middle class families will play the price.
January 6, 2025 at 2:29 PM
I can't even think of a more damaging group that's ever been in place to run our government. We the people want a country run with the best interests of everyday people in mind, not billionaires and corporate greed. Sadly, with these picks there is little hope for any other result.
Reposted by Brian Lemek
We need reforms that give power to the people.
Get big money out of politics.
Ironclad ethics laws.
Protect the freedom to vote.
Get big money out of politics.
Ironclad ethics laws.
Protect the freedom to vote.
The Robber Barrons are not even trying to hide it now. The New Gilded Age is here.
January 6, 2025 at 2:52 AM
We need reforms that give power to the people.
Get big money out of politics.
Ironclad ethics laws.
Protect the freedom to vote.
Get big money out of politics.
Ironclad ethics laws.
Protect the freedom to vote.