Manjusha Kulkarni
@manjushakulkarni.bsky.social
Co-founder, Stop AAPI Hate, Executive Director, AAPI EQUITY ALLIANCE, a coalition that serves and represents 1.6 million Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in Los Angeles. Recognized as one of TIME’s 100 Most Influential People.
Spot on.
The centrists in the Senate Democratic caucus saw that the country was rallying to the party in the 2025 elections and resolved that they would do anything they could to kill that momentum.
November 10, 2025 at 4:35 AM
Spot on.
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The original Dem demands were:
1) Permanent ACA subsidies
2) Medicaid funding restored
3) No more blank checks for the regime (rescission)
They dropped Medicaid immediately. Went silent on rescission. Cut back to 1 year of subsidies on Friday. And surrendered today.
The Senate Democrats!
1) Permanent ACA subsidies
2) Medicaid funding restored
3) No more blank checks for the regime (rescission)
They dropped Medicaid immediately. Went silent on rescission. Cut back to 1 year of subsidies on Friday. And surrendered today.
The Senate Democrats!
November 10, 2025 at 2:29 AM
The original Dem demands were:
1) Permanent ACA subsidies
2) Medicaid funding restored
3) No more blank checks for the regime (rescission)
They dropped Medicaid immediately. Went silent on rescission. Cut back to 1 year of subsidies on Friday. And surrendered today.
The Senate Democrats!
1) Permanent ACA subsidies
2) Medicaid funding restored
3) No more blank checks for the regime (rescission)
They dropped Medicaid immediately. Went silent on rescission. Cut back to 1 year of subsidies on Friday. And surrendered today.
The Senate Democrats!
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Not that he didn’t already know, but now Trump knows for sure he can roll the Dems every time and there’s no need to negotiate for anything
November 10, 2025 at 3:01 AM
Not that he didn’t already know, but now Trump knows for sure he can roll the Dems every time and there’s no need to negotiate for anything
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Important to understand this. There's a reasonable chance that your Dem Senator who voted against it and is acting mad now was in on the play. It's the same reason why they scheduled the surrender for AFTER the election this week. They didn't want people pissed at Dems right before an election.
The caucus meeting was just to orchestrate who would fall on the sword but not be up for a vote in 2026.
so currently defectors are:
Kaine (2030)
Shaheen (Retiring)
Hasan (2028)
Fetterman (2028)
Durbin (Retiring)
CCM (2028)
Rosen (2030)
King (2030)
Kaine (2030)
Shaheen (Retiring)
Hasan (2028)
Fetterman (2028)
Durbin (Retiring)
CCM (2028)
Rosen (2030)
King (2030)
November 10, 2025 at 2:11 AM
Important to understand this. There's a reasonable chance that your Dem Senator who voted against it and is acting mad now was in on the play. It's the same reason why they scheduled the surrender for AFTER the election this week. They didn't want people pissed at Dems right before an election.
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Dems backed Trump into a corner where he’s advocating for starving Americans and hemorrhaging support. If they vote to let him off the hook in exchange for nothing it’s a cataclysmic failure. I know people are in pain but insulating Republicans from political consequences is not the answer.
November 9, 2025 at 10:58 PM
Dems backed Trump into a corner where he’s advocating for starving Americans and hemorrhaging support. If they vote to let him off the hook in exchange for nothing it’s a cataclysmic failure. I know people are in pain but insulating Republicans from political consequences is not the answer.
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They tried to divide the American people, but Asian, Muslim, and other candidates of color came out on top. It’s a reminder that our democracy is strongest when it reflects the diversity of our nation.
November 6, 2025 at 11:46 PM
They tried to divide the American people, but Asian, Muslim, and other candidates of color came out on top. It’s a reminder that our democracy is strongest when it reflects the diversity of our nation.
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Our takeaway from election night: Hate was not a winning strategy.
Throughout the election cycle, Trump and his allies terrorized our cities, disappeared our immigrant neighbors, and fueled racism and xenophobia. Meanwhile, candidates like Andrew Cuomo weaponized Islamophobia for political gain.
Throughout the election cycle, Trump and his allies terrorized our cities, disappeared our immigrant neighbors, and fueled racism and xenophobia. Meanwhile, candidates like Andrew Cuomo weaponized Islamophobia for political gain.
November 6, 2025 at 11:46 PM
Our takeaway from election night: Hate was not a winning strategy.
Throughout the election cycle, Trump and his allies terrorized our cities, disappeared our immigrant neighbors, and fueled racism and xenophobia. Meanwhile, candidates like Andrew Cuomo weaponized Islamophobia for political gain.
Throughout the election cycle, Trump and his allies terrorized our cities, disappeared our immigrant neighbors, and fueled racism and xenophobia. Meanwhile, candidates like Andrew Cuomo weaponized Islamophobia for political gain.
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I do think yesterday’s results reinforced the dynamic that while much of the American leadership class is chickenshit, most of the electorate is not
November 5, 2025 at 1:36 PM
I do think yesterday’s results reinforced the dynamic that while much of the American leadership class is chickenshit, most of the electorate is not
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I actually thought the headline was written by @nytpitchbot.bsky.social
The New York Times quickly sending out Douthat to argue that Mamdani’s victory doesn’t really matter is so predictable it borders on self-parody.
Remember, folks: Every time the Right wins an election, it’s an undeniable expression of the will of the people. If a lefty wins, it’s just a blip.
Remember, folks: Every time the Right wins an election, it’s an undeniable expression of the will of the people. If a lefty wins, it’s just a blip.
November 5, 2025 at 8:37 PM
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From the recently-announced $100k H-1B visa fee to the threat of student visa revocations, it's hard to keep up with Trump’s immigration agenda. That's where we come in.
In partnership with @caasanfrancisco.bsky.social, we compiled the info AAPI immigrants need to navigate this challenging time. ⬇️
In partnership with @caasanfrancisco.bsky.social, we compiled the info AAPI immigrants need to navigate this challenging time. ⬇️
2025 Immigration Updates: Impact on Students and Workers - Stop AAPI Hate
If you’re having a hard time following the latest U.S. immigration news, you’re not alone. Since he returned to office in January 2025, Trump has rolled out dozens of executive orders and directives…
stopaapihate.org
November 1, 2025 at 4:01 PM
From the recently-announced $100k H-1B visa fee to the threat of student visa revocations, it's hard to keep up with Trump’s immigration agenda. That's where we come in.
In partnership with @caasanfrancisco.bsky.social, we compiled the info AAPI immigrants need to navigate this challenging time. ⬇️
In partnership with @caasanfrancisco.bsky.social, we compiled the info AAPI immigrants need to navigate this challenging time. ⬇️
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You can help us record the rise in racism and bigotry by submitting reports of anti-Asian hate that you experience or witness – whether online or offline – so we can stop it. Get started here: stopaapihate.org/report-hate
Report Hate - Stop AAPI Hate
If you have experienced a racist act, or witnessed a racist act, please take five minutes to fill out our safe and confidential reporting form, available in 18 languages. About Our Reporting Center St...
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November 5, 2025 at 12:45 AM
You can help us record the rise in racism and bigotry by submitting reports of anti-Asian hate that you experience or witness – whether online or offline – so we can stop it. Get started here: stopaapihate.org/report-hate
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BREAKING: The people of New York City have elected Zohran Mamdani to be New York City's next Mayor, making him the first South Asian/Indian and first Muslim person to hold the position. This is a significant milestone for diversity in political leadership.
Mamdani Blazes Trail as New York’s First Muslim and South Asian Mayor-Elect
Zohran Mamdani’s ascent was powered by a relentless focus on affordability. Along the way, he energized South Asian and Muslim communities that rarely receive sustained attention from politicians.
www.nytimes.com
November 5, 2025 at 3:41 AM
BREAKING: The people of New York City have elected Zohran Mamdani to be New York City's next Mayor, making him the first South Asian/Indian and first Muslim person to hold the position. This is a significant milestone for diversity in political leadership.
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In Virginia, Indian American Ghazala Hashmi has been elected Lt. Governor, making her the first South Asian person to hold statewide office in VA and the first Muslim woman elected statewide anywhere in the U.S.
We join communities across the country in applauding these groundbreaking firsts!
We join communities across the country in applauding these groundbreaking firsts!
Virginia's Ghazala Hashmi becomes the first Muslim woman elected statewide in the U.S.
NBC News projects that state Sen. Ghazala Hashmi has won the race to become Virginia's next lieutenant governor.
www.nbcnews.com
November 5, 2025 at 3:56 AM
In Virginia, Indian American Ghazala Hashmi has been elected Lt. Governor, making her the first South Asian person to hold statewide office in VA and the first Muslim woman elected statewide anywhere in the U.S.
We join communities across the country in applauding these groundbreaking firsts!
We join communities across the country in applauding these groundbreaking firsts!
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The last month of the anti-Mamdani campaign was an absolutely shameful undertaking, an attempt to rip the city and Democratic coalition apart and I'm very happy to see it failed.
November 5, 2025 at 3:15 AM
The last month of the anti-Mamdani campaign was an absolutely shameful undertaking, an attempt to rip the city and Democratic coalition apart and I'm very happy to see it failed.
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Leading up to Election Day, anti-South Asian racism and Islamophobia have escalated on multiple fronts. This comes at a time of high visibility for South Asian and Muslim politicians like New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani. A thread. 🧵
stopaapihate.org/2025/11/04/k...
stopaapihate.org/2025/11/04/k...
Keeping Count | Anti-South Asian Hate: It’s Gotten Worse - Stop AAPI Hate
South Asian communities are facing hate on multiple fronts. Anti-South Asian racism is on the rise and has been for several years, as political figures ramp up anti-South Asian and anti-Muslim rhetori...
stopaapihate.org
November 5, 2025 at 12:45 AM
Leading up to Election Day, anti-South Asian racism and Islamophobia have escalated on multiple fronts. This comes at a time of high visibility for South Asian and Muslim politicians like New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani. A thread. 🧵
stopaapihate.org/2025/11/04/k...
stopaapihate.org/2025/11/04/k...
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If Schumer enables part of his caucus to defect on these terms without any consequences then he and his caucus will torch whatever goodwill they had accumulated last 35 days during the #NoKings standoff.
"the [GOP] offer makes it tough for Democrats to end the shutdown with a concrete policy win; Republicans are essentially offering them a rehashed menu of options.
The promised vote on Affordable Care Act subsidies, Democrats’ core priority, could easily fail on the Senate floor"
The promised vote on Affordable Care Act subsidies, Democrats’ core priority, could easily fail on the Senate floor"
Sen. Rounds tells us Dems want to put up more than 60 votes, “so that the far left doesn’t attack the individuals who are number 59 and 60.”
@eleanormueller.bsky.social
@eleanormueller.bsky.social
November 4, 2025 at 11:53 PM
If Schumer enables part of his caucus to defect on these terms without any consequences then he and his caucus will torch whatever goodwill they had accumulated last 35 days during the #NoKings standoff.
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Not sure how many Cheney obits will mention this murderous legacy of his.
Post-9/11 wars have contributed to some 4.5 million deaths, report suggests
Researchers attempt to calculate the number of deaths attributable to the war on terrorism, across Afghanistan, Pakistan, Iraq, Syria, Libya, Somalia and Yemen.
www.washingtonpost.com
November 4, 2025 at 2:04 PM
Not sure how many Cheney obits will mention this murderous legacy of his.
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Dick Cheney did more than anyone else to build up expansive and destructive executive branch powers in the wake of 9/11; he lived to see another president turn those same powers against his own daughter.
He should be a warning sign to the GOP today but too many of them are in the cult.
He should be a warning sign to the GOP today but too many of them are in the cult.
November 4, 2025 at 12:35 PM
Dick Cheney did more than anyone else to build up expansive and destructive executive branch powers in the wake of 9/11; he lived to see another president turn those same powers against his own daughter.
He should be a warning sign to the GOP today but too many of them are in the cult.
He should be a warning sign to the GOP today but too many of them are in the cult.
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November 1, 2025 at 5:15 PM
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Republicans understand that the best way to kill social programs is to paint their beneficiaries as Black, as support for these programs declines — even amongst white people who need them — when they think large numbers of Black people will benefit.
news.stanford.edu/stories/2018...
news.stanford.edu/stories/2018...
November 1, 2025 at 5:27 PM
Republicans understand that the best way to kill social programs is to paint their beneficiaries as Black, as support for these programs declines — even amongst white people who need them — when they think large numbers of Black people will benefit.
news.stanford.edu/stories/2018...
news.stanford.edu/stories/2018...
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📣 New Yorkers: Tell Gov. Hochul to sign the AANHPI Education Equity Act now!
This law will help us examine how Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander histories are being taught in NY schools, and bring us closer to developing a more inclusive statewide curriculum.
Take action now! ⬇️
This law will help us examine how Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander histories are being taught in NY schools, and bring us closer to developing a more inclusive statewide curriculum.
Take action now! ⬇️
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Our communities stand united against racism. Hate against Asian American Pacific Islander communities has risen during the COVID-19 pandemic. Together, we can stop it.
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October 29, 2025 at 9:34 PM
📣 New Yorkers: Tell Gov. Hochul to sign the AANHPI Education Equity Act now!
This law will help us examine how Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander histories are being taught in NY schools, and bring us closer to developing a more inclusive statewide curriculum.
Take action now! ⬇️
This law will help us examine how Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander histories are being taught in NY schools, and bring us closer to developing a more inclusive statewide curriculum.
Take action now! ⬇️
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The #KavanaughStops now reportedly include Border Patrol agents breaking ribs of 67 year of old US citizen. ↘️
"According to his running club, the man, who is a U.S. citizen, was returning from a team run when agents pulled him out of his vehicle, tackled him to the ground and kneeled on top of him, allegedly breaking six ribs and causing internal bleeding"
US citizen, 67, ‘has six ribs broken’ by Border Patrol agents, his running club says
The incident unfolded Saturday in Chicago’s Old Irving Park neighborhood, where residents say federal agents disrupted a children’s Halloween parade
www.independent.co.uk
October 28, 2025 at 11:52 PM
The #KavanaughStops now reportedly include Border Patrol agents breaking ribs of 67 year of old US citizen. ↘️
As the kids say, FAFO.
Right-wing figures like Ramaswamy & Patel have long supported Trump’s anti-immigrant agenda. Now, at a time when anti-South Asian racism is rising, they’re learning the hard way that aligning with a political movement that fuels & normalizes xenophobia won’t protect anyone — even them — from racism.
Kash Patel and Vivek Ramaswamy get hit with a hard MAGA truth
The right’s anti-Indian hate problem can no longer be contained to the internet
www.salon.com
October 28, 2025 at 11:33 PM
As the kids say, FAFO.