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Hey everyone! We're Local Progress, a national network of local elected officials united in the fight for racial and economic justice.
It's wonderful to see so many familiar faces here from Twitter 😁.
If you don't know who we are, here's a little primer! 🧵👇
It's wonderful to see so many familiar faces here from Twitter 😁.
If you don't know who we are, here's a little primer! 🧵👇
Starbucks baristas are fighting for respect, dignity, & a fair contract.
Yesterday, 180+ state & local elected officials sent a letter to CEO Brian Niccol urging Starbucks to stop union busting and bargain in good faith. Baristas deserve better. #NoContractNoCoffee 👇
Yesterday, 180+ state & local elected officials sent a letter to CEO Brian Niccol urging Starbucks to stop union busting and bargain in good faith. Baristas deserve better. #NoContractNoCoffee 👇
SiX legislators are fighting for working families—on the policy front and on the picket line! We're proud to support elected leaders who stand with Starbucks workers and call for a fair contract. Learn more:https://six.community/starbucks @localprogress.bsky.social
December 19, 2025 at 6:34 PM
Starbucks baristas are fighting for respect, dignity, & a fair contract.
Yesterday, 180+ state & local elected officials sent a letter to CEO Brian Niccol urging Starbucks to stop union busting and bargain in good faith. Baristas deserve better. #NoContractNoCoffee 👇
Yesterday, 180+ state & local elected officials sent a letter to CEO Brian Niccol urging Starbucks to stop union busting and bargain in good faith. Baristas deserve better. #NoContractNoCoffee 👇
Right now, local governments are the last line of defense for residents’ safety.
We've been so proud to see our members show up for one another, share best practices, and help each other meet the moment.
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/dec/16/ice-immigration-raids-cities
We've been so proud to see our members show up for one another, share best practices, and help each other meet the moment.
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/dec/16/ice-immigration-raids-cities
December 18, 2025 at 10:45 PM
Right now, local governments are the last line of defense for residents’ safety.
We've been so proud to see our members show up for one another, share best practices, and help each other meet the moment.
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/dec/16/ice-immigration-raids-cities
We've been so proud to see our members show up for one another, share best practices, and help each other meet the moment.
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/dec/16/ice-immigration-raids-cities
“The violation of our privacy, the violation of our civil liberties, has to be a shared value amongst all of us, that our government isn’t going to be tracking us or spying on us."
- @groundgametexas.bsky.social
www.kxan.com/news/local/s...
- @groundgametexas.bsky.social
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San Marcos becomes latest Central Texas city to cut ties with Flock cameras
The San Marcos City Council decided this week not to move forward with its contract with Flock Safety – the controversial company that produces automated license plate readers, or LPRs.
www.kxan.com
December 10, 2025 at 9:45 PM
“The violation of our privacy, the violation of our civil liberties, has to be a shared value amongst all of us, that our government isn’t going to be tracking us or spying on us."
- @groundgametexas.bsky.social
www.kxan.com/news/local/s...
- @groundgametexas.bsky.social
www.kxan.com/news/local/s...
13 localities across the country have taken action to ban Algorithmic Rental Price Fixing.
Today, 35 of our PA members took this fight a step further by writing to their state legislature demanding a STATEWIDE ban on this harmful practice. Read more 👇
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Today, 35 of our PA members took this fight a step further by writing to their state legislature demanding a STATEWIDE ban on this harmful practice. Read more 👇
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December 10, 2025 at 2:35 PM
13 localities across the country have taken action to ban Algorithmic Rental Price Fixing.
Today, 35 of our PA members took this fight a step further by writing to their state legislature demanding a STATEWIDE ban on this harmful practice. Read more 👇
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Today, 35 of our PA members took this fight a step further by writing to their state legislature demanding a STATEWIDE ban on this harmful practice. Read more 👇
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In a year where bold leadership has been so necessary, we are grieving the loss of a fighter and a force who served as one of the founding members of Local Progress – State Senator Faith Winter. https://ow.ly/B5Q150XG1bk
Local Progress Carries Faith’s Legacy Forward - Local Progress
Local Progress and the Local Progress Impact Lab’s Executive Director, Ivan Luevanos-Elms remembers State Senator, LP founding member, and friend, Faith Winter. In a year where bold leadership has been so necessary, we are grieving the loss of a fighter and a force who served as one of the founding members of Local Progress – […]
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December 9, 2025 at 3:01 PM
In a year where bold leadership has been so necessary, we are grieving the loss of a fighter and a force who served as one of the founding members of Local Progress – State Senator Faith Winter. https://ow.ly/B5Q150XG1bk
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Elected leaders with @localprogress.bsky.social discuss how they are moving progressive policy forward while defending against the assaults of the Trump administration.
How Movement Organizers In Office Are Responding to the Rise of Authoritarianism
Elected leaders with Local Progress discuss how they are moving progressive policy forward while defending against the assaults of the Trump administration.
inthesetimes.com
December 7, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Elected leaders with @localprogress.bsky.social discuss how they are moving progressive policy forward while defending against the assaults of the Trump administration.
Whether we live in a big city or a small rural town, none of us want masked secret police ruthlessly scouring our streets.
It's #BraveofUS to stand up to protect our neighbors.
https://theintercept.com/2025/12/03/appalachia-nc-ice-protest-immigrants/
It's #BraveofUS to stand up to protect our neighbors.
https://theintercept.com/2025/12/03/appalachia-nc-ice-protest-immigrants/
"Real" America Is Turning Against Trump’s Mass Deportation Regime
In Appalachia and the Southeast, everyday Americans are standing up to ICE arresting their immigrant neighbors.
theintercept.com
December 4, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Whether we live in a big city or a small rural town, none of us want masked secret police ruthlessly scouring our streets.
It's #BraveofUS to stand up to protect our neighbors.
https://theintercept.com/2025/12/03/appalachia-nc-ice-protest-immigrants/
It's #BraveofUS to stand up to protect our neighbors.
https://theintercept.com/2025/12/03/appalachia-nc-ice-protest-immigrants/
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The misclassification of workers is wage theft. It's stealing from workers and the families and communities they support with their hard-earned money.
No employer should ever underpay their workers—especially not when that work is funded through generous public subsidies.
WORKER WIN: A construction company will pay $725,000 in restitution and penalties over wage theft.
Christian Siding illegally misclassified more than 200 workers at 16 projects and failed to pay prevailing wages at 3 DC-funded affordable housing projects.
In DC, what you earn is what you are owed.
Christian Siding illegally misclassified more than 200 workers at 16 projects and failed to pay prevailing wages at 3 DC-funded affordable housing projects.
In DC, what you earn is what you are owed.
December 3, 2025 at 7:43 PM
The misclassification of workers is wage theft. It's stealing from workers and the families and communities they support with their hard-earned money.
No employer should ever underpay their workers—especially not when that work is funded through generous public subsidies.
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70% of voters report that necessities like housing, groceries, & health care are getting less affordable - & they want their elected leaders to step up.
New report from us, @stateinnovation.org, & @localprogress.bsky.social outlines 10 popular policies that elected officials should champion 👇
New report from us, @stateinnovation.org, & @localprogress.bsky.social outlines 10 popular policies that elected officials should champion 👇
Affordability for All: An Agenda to Bring Down Costs for Working Families - Groundwork Collaborative
groundworkcollaborative.org
December 2, 2025 at 6:57 PM
70% of voters report that necessities like housing, groceries, & health care are getting less affordable - & they want their elected leaders to step up.
New report from us, @stateinnovation.org, & @localprogress.bsky.social outlines 10 popular policies that elected officials should champion 👇
New report from us, @stateinnovation.org, & @localprogress.bsky.social outlines 10 popular policies that elected officials should champion 👇
In Chicago, student attendance plummeted on days with increased ICE activity.
With students and families terrified to leave their homes, it's #BraveofUS to step up and offer safe passage.
chicago.suntimes.com/education/20...
With students and families terrified to leave their homes, it's #BraveofUS to step up and offer safe passage.
chicago.suntimes.com/education/20...
As immigration agents swooped into Chicago this fall, communities stepped up to get kids to school safely
A new WBEZ analysis finds student attendance briefly plummeted following intense moments of immigration enforcement, but overall rates are comparable to last year. Some credit “magic school buses” and...
chicago.suntimes.com
December 3, 2025 at 8:41 PM
In Chicago, student attendance plummeted on days with increased ICE activity.
With students and families terrified to leave their homes, it's #BraveofUS to step up and offer safe passage.
chicago.suntimes.com/education/20...
With students and families terrified to leave their homes, it's #BraveofUS to step up and offer safe passage.
chicago.suntimes.com/education/20...
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We are heartbroken to hear the news of Senator Faith Winter's passing. 💔 She was a fierce advocate and leader. The entire re:power community is sending light and love to Faith's loved ones.
December 1, 2025 at 9:00 PM
We are heartbroken to hear the news of Senator Faith Winter's passing. 💔 She was a fierce advocate and leader. The entire re:power community is sending light and love to Faith's loved ones.
2025 has been a tough year for local leaders. From budget cuts to threats of arrest, work on the local level has never been more challenging.
At our National Convening this summer, our Deputy Comms Director spoke with a few members to hear firsthand about the impacts of this year.
bit.ly/440dcfb
At our National Convening this summer, our Deputy Comms Director spoke with a few members to hear firsthand about the impacts of this year.
bit.ly/440dcfb
How Movement Organizers In Office Are Responding to the Rise of Authoritarianism
Elected leaders with Local Progress discuss how they are moving progressive policy forward while defending against the assaults of the Trump administration.
bit.ly
December 1, 2025 at 9:10 PM
2025 has been a tough year for local leaders. From budget cuts to threats of arrest, work on the local level has never been more challenging.
At our National Convening this summer, our Deputy Comms Director spoke with a few members to hear firsthand about the impacts of this year.
bit.ly/440dcfb
At our National Convening this summer, our Deputy Comms Director spoke with a few members to hear firsthand about the impacts of this year.
bit.ly/440dcfb
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Of the over 1500 members that call @LocalProgress home, every single one of us has a unique story that brought us into serving our community. Check out the latest video in the LP #LocalStory series to hear just a few of those incredible stories.
Some people enter local politics because of their passion for policy, and some because their community calls them to serve. With over 1500 members in our network, there's a unique story for each one on how they ended up as a local representative.
Hear a few of them 👇
Hear a few of them 👇
November 25, 2025 at 4:11 PM
Of the over 1500 members that call @LocalProgress home, every single one of us has a unique story that brought us into serving our community. Check out the latest video in the LP #LocalStory series to hear just a few of those incredible stories.
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How are movement organizers resisting rising authoritarianism under the Trump administration?
At @localprogress.bsky.social's largest convening yet, over 500 local officials met in Chicago to strategize on defending communities and advancing progressive policy.
At @localprogress.bsky.social's largest convening yet, over 500 local officials met in Chicago to strategize on defending communities and advancing progressive policy.
How Movement Organizers In Office Are Responding to the Rise of Authoritarianism
Elected leaders with Local Progress discuss how they are moving progressive policy forward while defending against the assaults of the Trump administration.
inthesetimes.com
November 25, 2025 at 8:56 PM
How are movement organizers resisting rising authoritarianism under the Trump administration?
At @localprogress.bsky.social's largest convening yet, over 500 local officials met in Chicago to strategize on defending communities and advancing progressive policy.
At @localprogress.bsky.social's largest convening yet, over 500 local officials met in Chicago to strategize on defending communities and advancing progressive policy.
The Trump Admin's secret police are using harmful surveillance technology to track our whereabouts.
Local govts are the last line of defense for our right to privacy & safety.
https://www.wired.com/story/security-news-this-week-us-border-patrol-is-spying-on-millions-of-american-drivers/
Local govts are the last line of defense for our right to privacy & safety.
https://www.wired.com/story/security-news-this-week-us-border-patrol-is-spying-on-millions-of-american-drivers/
US Border Patrol Is Spying on Millions of American Drivers
Plus: The SEC lets SolarWinds off the hook, Microsoft stops a historic DDoS attack, and FBI documents reveal the agency spied on an immigration activist Signal group in New York City.
www.wired.com
November 26, 2025 at 3:01 PM
The Trump Admin's secret police are using harmful surveillance technology to track our whereabouts.
Local govts are the last line of defense for our right to privacy & safety.
https://www.wired.com/story/security-news-this-week-us-border-patrol-is-spying-on-millions-of-american-drivers/
Local govts are the last line of defense for our right to privacy & safety.
https://www.wired.com/story/security-news-this-week-us-border-patrol-is-spying-on-millions-of-american-drivers/
The Trump Admin sent secret police to Saint Paul, MN to terrorize our neighbors, sow fear, and divide all of us.
We're sending power, strength, and resolve to our members who are literally putting their bodies on the line to protect their neighbors.
www.mprnews.org/story/2025/1...
We're sending power, strength, and resolve to our members who are literally putting their bodies on the line to protect their neighbors.
www.mprnews.org/story/2025/1...
Another federal agent operation in St. Paul draws large crowds of protesters
There was no immediate confirmation about the nature of the operation, but an MPR News photographer captured images of federal agents on the scene, including at least three from Homeland Security Inve...
www.mprnews.org
November 25, 2025 at 7:54 PM
The Trump Admin sent secret police to Saint Paul, MN to terrorize our neighbors, sow fear, and divide all of us.
We're sending power, strength, and resolve to our members who are literally putting their bodies on the line to protect their neighbors.
www.mprnews.org/story/2025/1...
We're sending power, strength, and resolve to our members who are literally putting their bodies on the line to protect their neighbors.
www.mprnews.org/story/2025/1...
Congrats to our very own LiJia Gong on joining the Mamdani Mayoral Transition!
LiJia has been an invaluable part of LP, working with members to navigate complex, legal situations. We know her skills will be put to good use, making NYC more affordable and just for all!
www.amny.com/new-york/man...
LiJia has been an invaluable part of LP, working with members to navigate complex, legal situations. We know her skills will be put to good use, making NYC more affordable and just for all!
www.amny.com/new-york/man...
Mamdani transition: Mayor-elect names over 400 advisors across 17 committees ahead of January inauguration | amNewYork
With 38 days until he takes office, Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani said Monday that he has appointed over 400 people across 17 committees to serve as “critical
www.amny.com
November 25, 2025 at 5:27 PM
Congrats to our very own LiJia Gong on joining the Mamdani Mayoral Transition!
LiJia has been an invaluable part of LP, working with members to navigate complex, legal situations. We know her skills will be put to good use, making NYC more affordable and just for all!
www.amny.com/new-york/man...
LiJia has been an invaluable part of LP, working with members to navigate complex, legal situations. We know her skills will be put to good use, making NYC more affordable and just for all!
www.amny.com/new-york/man...
Our Minneapolis LP members are taking bold action to protect their communities -- empowering local law enforcement to arrest federal agents if they conceal their identities.
https://spokesman-recorder.com/2025/11/23/minneapolis-arresting-federal-agents-separation-ordinance/
https://spokesman-recorder.com/2025/11/23/minneapolis-arresting-federal-agents-separation-ordinance/
Minneapolis council members back arresting federal agents who violate city law
Minneapolis council members say local police should arrest federal agents who violate the city’s separation ordinance. Leaders from MIRAC and community groups are urging stronger penalties in the upcoming police contract. Read what officials and advocates said at recent press events.
spokesman-recorder.com
November 25, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Our Minneapolis LP members are taking bold action to protect their communities -- empowering local law enforcement to arrest federal agents if they conceal their identities.
https://spokesman-recorder.com/2025/11/23/minneapolis-arresting-federal-agents-separation-ordinance/
https://spokesman-recorder.com/2025/11/23/minneapolis-arresting-federal-agents-separation-ordinance/
“For all of these federal officials who think this is the American way, it is absolutely not the American way. The American way is to stand up for your neighbor.” - Durham City Councilmember Javiera Caballero
www.dukechronicle.com/article/duke...
www.dukechronicle.com/article/duke...
‘Stand up for your neighbor’: Durham officials praise Bull City’s response to immigration raids
Customs and Border Protection (CPB) agents carried out unannounced operations across Durham on Tuesday, causing widespread fear, school absences and business closures. But local leaders commended the ...
www.dukechronicle.com
November 24, 2025 at 6:05 PM
“For all of these federal officials who think this is the American way, it is absolutely not the American way. The American way is to stand up for your neighbor.” - Durham City Councilmember Javiera Caballero
www.dukechronicle.com/article/duke...
www.dukechronicle.com/article/duke...
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I'm very proud to be part of @localprogress.bsky.social, a movement of local elected officials advancing racial and economic justice in cities and towns across the country. We support one another, share ideas, and lead on policies that make a difference in the lives of working families.
Some people enter local politics because of their passion for policy, and some because their community calls them to serve. With over 1500 members in our network, there's a unique story for each one on how they ended up as a local representative.
Hear a few of them 👇
Hear a few of them 👇
November 21, 2025 at 3:57 PM
I'm very proud to be part of @localprogress.bsky.social, a movement of local elected officials advancing racial and economic justice in cities and towns across the country. We support one another, share ideas, and lead on policies that make a difference in the lives of working families.
Some people enter local politics because of their passion for policy, and some because their community calls them to serve. With over 1500 members in our network, there's a unique story for each one on how they ended up as a local representative.
Hear a few of them 👇
Hear a few of them 👇
November 21, 2025 at 2:19 PM
Some people enter local politics because of their passion for policy, and some because their community calls them to serve. With over 1500 members in our network, there's a unique story for each one on how they ended up as a local representative.
Hear a few of them 👇
Hear a few of them 👇
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🔊 Voters are loud & clear:
✔️ 70% say essentials are unaffordable
✔️ 81% want candidates who will fight to lower costs
Our new resource with State Innovation & @localprogress.bsky.social outlines policies every city & state can adopt to put power back where it belongs: with working people.
✔️ 70% say essentials are unaffordable
✔️ 81% want candidates who will fight to lower costs
Our new resource with State Innovation & @localprogress.bsky.social outlines policies every city & state can adopt to put power back where it belongs: with working people.
November 20, 2025 at 6:44 PM
🔊 Voters are loud & clear:
✔️ 70% say essentials are unaffordable
✔️ 81% want candidates who will fight to lower costs
Our new resource with State Innovation & @localprogress.bsky.social outlines policies every city & state can adopt to put power back where it belongs: with working people.
✔️ 70% say essentials are unaffordable
✔️ 81% want candidates who will fight to lower costs
Our new resource with State Innovation & @localprogress.bsky.social outlines policies every city & state can adopt to put power back where it belongs: with working people.
📣NEW from Local Progress Impact Lab, @groundwork.bsky.social, & @stateinnovation.org
The cost of essentials like groceries, utilities, & rent have gone up, but wages have failed to keep up.
Our new policy agenda is for elected officials at all levels to make life more affordable.
The cost of essentials like groceries, utilities, & rent have gone up, but wages have failed to keep up.
Our new policy agenda is for elected officials at all levels to make life more affordable.
November 20, 2025 at 6:09 PM
📣NEW from Local Progress Impact Lab, @groundwork.bsky.social, & @stateinnovation.org
The cost of essentials like groceries, utilities, & rent have gone up, but wages have failed to keep up.
Our new policy agenda is for elected officials at all levels to make life more affordable.
The cost of essentials like groceries, utilities, & rent have gone up, but wages have failed to keep up.
Our new policy agenda is for elected officials at all levels to make life more affordable.
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Energized and inspired to be with @localprogress.bsky.social discussing what local leadership must look like in the face of rising authoritarianism.
As a District, we know that the way we turn away from fascism is by showing up for our neighbors and building community power, block by block.
As a District, we know that the way we turn away from fascism is by showing up for our neighbors and building community power, block by block.
November 19, 2025 at 4:34 PM
Energized and inspired to be with @localprogress.bsky.social discussing what local leadership must look like in the face of rising authoritarianism.
As a District, we know that the way we turn away from fascism is by showing up for our neighbors and building community power, block by block.
As a District, we know that the way we turn away from fascism is by showing up for our neighbors and building community power, block by block.
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We, the #BraveOfUS – Americans of all races, genders and backgrounds – are joining together to march, protect our neighbors, and keep our loved ones safe in the place we call home.
November 14, 2025 at 12:38 AM
We, the #BraveOfUS – Americans of all races, genders and backgrounds – are joining together to march, protect our neighbors, and keep our loved ones safe in the place we call home.