Mitch Kates
@mitchkates.bsky.social
Director of Party Affairs and Advisor for Strategic Planning - PA Dems. Fighting to change the world, one race at a time. Political opinions are my own & not my candidates.
#GoodTrouble #PADems #VoteLocalPA #PoweredByPADems #EmpathyIsOurSuperpower
#GoodTrouble #PADems #VoteLocalPA #PoweredByPADems #EmpathyIsOurSuperpower
2025 has seen this rise of hatred & the systemic dismantling of our country’s democracy.
But it’s also the year we started fighting back.
In the spirit of “Goonies Never Say Die!” I look forward to 2026 as the year we stop the cancerous growth of Trump’s MAGA movement & take our country back.
But it’s also the year we started fighting back.
In the spirit of “Goonies Never Say Die!” I look forward to 2026 as the year we stop the cancerous growth of Trump’s MAGA movement & take our country back.
December 28, 2025 at 5:56 PM
2025 has seen this rise of hatred & the systemic dismantling of our country’s democracy.
But it’s also the year we started fighting back.
In the spirit of “Goonies Never Say Die!” I look forward to 2026 as the year we stop the cancerous growth of Trump’s MAGA movement & take our country back.
But it’s also the year we started fighting back.
In the spirit of “Goonies Never Say Die!” I look forward to 2026 as the year we stop the cancerous growth of Trump’s MAGA movement & take our country back.
To all my friends, family and fellow fighters for Truth, Justice, and Democracy I wish you a Merry Christmas and a very healthy New Year.
Peace and Love, Cheers and Sláinte! ✌🏼❤️🙏🏼🎄🎉🦇🥃
Peace and Love, Cheers and Sláinte! ✌🏼❤️🙏🏼🎄🎉🦇🥃
December 25, 2025 at 4:17 PM
To all my friends, family and fellow fighters for Truth, Justice, and Democracy I wish you a Merry Christmas and a very healthy New Year.
Peace and Love, Cheers and Sláinte! ✌🏼❤️🙏🏼🎄🎉🦇🥃
Peace and Love, Cheers and Sláinte! ✌🏼❤️🙏🏼🎄🎉🦇🥃
It was great meeting Kevin Nash, HOF wrestler and fearless defender of truth, justice, and Democracy.
Big Kev, thank you for speaking up and being a strong voice challenging some of the bullshit and hatred that is rising in this country.
@realkevinnash.bsky.social
#EmpathyIsOurSuperPower
Big Kev, thank you for speaking up and being a strong voice challenging some of the bullshit and hatred that is rising in this country.
@realkevinnash.bsky.social
#EmpathyIsOurSuperPower
December 23, 2025 at 2:18 AM
It was great meeting Kevin Nash, HOF wrestler and fearless defender of truth, justice, and Democracy.
Big Kev, thank you for speaking up and being a strong voice challenging some of the bullshit and hatred that is rising in this country.
@realkevinnash.bsky.social
#EmpathyIsOurSuperPower
Big Kev, thank you for speaking up and being a strong voice challenging some of the bullshit and hatred that is rising in this country.
@realkevinnash.bsky.social
#EmpathyIsOurSuperPower
For over 15 years Republicans did nothing but bitch and complain about the ACA (aka Obamacare).
They made many attempts to take it away from Americans who relied on it to provide much-needed healthcare and presented NOTHING to help improve or replace it.
15 years of NOTHING.
They made many attempts to take it away from Americans who relied on it to provide much-needed healthcare and presented NOTHING to help improve or replace it.
15 years of NOTHING.
December 21, 2025 at 6:23 PM
For over 15 years Republicans did nothing but bitch and complain about the ACA (aka Obamacare).
They made many attempts to take it away from Americans who relied on it to provide much-needed healthcare and presented NOTHING to help improve or replace it.
15 years of NOTHING.
They made many attempts to take it away from Americans who relied on it to provide much-needed healthcare and presented NOTHING to help improve or replace it.
15 years of NOTHING.
He made us laugh, showed us the power of love (on and off screen), and he exemplified bravery and passion for decency & Democracy.
He was a force of nature for goodness and he still had so much to give.
To quote a phrase from one of his masterpieces, it is inconceivable that he is no longer here.
He was a force of nature for goodness and he still had so much to give.
To quote a phrase from one of his masterpieces, it is inconceivable that he is no longer here.
December 18, 2025 at 1:42 PM
He made us laugh, showed us the power of love (on and off screen), and he exemplified bravery and passion for decency & Democracy.
He was a force of nature for goodness and he still had so much to give.
To quote a phrase from one of his masterpieces, it is inconceivable that he is no longer here.
He was a force of nature for goodness and he still had so much to give.
To quote a phrase from one of his masterpieces, it is inconceivable that he is no longer here.
It’s that time of year to light em up! To all my friends, family and fellow fighters for Truth, Justice, and Democracy I wish you a Happy Holiday & a very healthy New Year.
And in these very troubling, trying and even dangerous times, please stay safe.
Peace and Love, Cheers and Sláinte! ✌🏼❤️🙏🏼🕎🎄🦇🥃
And in these very troubling, trying and even dangerous times, please stay safe.
Peace and Love, Cheers and Sláinte! ✌🏼❤️🙏🏼🕎🎄🦇🥃
December 14, 2025 at 7:51 PM
It’s that time of year to light em up! To all my friends, family and fellow fighters for Truth, Justice, and Democracy I wish you a Happy Holiday & a very healthy New Year.
And in these very troubling, trying and even dangerous times, please stay safe.
Peace and Love, Cheers and Sláinte! ✌🏼❤️🙏🏼🕎🎄🦇🥃
And in these very troubling, trying and even dangerous times, please stay safe.
Peace and Love, Cheers and Sláinte! ✌🏼❤️🙏🏼🕎🎄🦇🥃
In the history of our country there has never been someone in “leadership” that has been more out of touch with (non-Billionaire) Americans than #DozzieDonnie.
This guy makes King Luis XVI and Marie Antoinette look like amateurs.
This guy makes King Luis XVI and Marie Antoinette look like amateurs.
December 14, 2025 at 5:25 PM
In the history of our country there has never been someone in “leadership” that has been more out of touch with (non-Billionaire) Americans than #DozzieDonnie.
This guy makes King Luis XVI and Marie Antoinette look like amateurs.
This guy makes King Luis XVI and Marie Antoinette look like amateurs.
Since the ACA passed Republicans have railed against it. Through the years, MILLIONS of Americans were able to receive Healthcare.
Repubs have had YEARS to come up with a better plan. TWICE they have had complete control of the Gov’t.
Once again they have NOTHING!
#RepublicanHealthCareFailure
Repubs have had YEARS to come up with a better plan. TWICE they have had complete control of the Gov’t.
Once again they have NOTHING!
#RepublicanHealthCareFailure
December 11, 2025 at 8:26 PM
Since the ACA passed Republicans have railed against it. Through the years, MILLIONS of Americans were able to receive Healthcare.
Repubs have had YEARS to come up with a better plan. TWICE they have had complete control of the Gov’t.
Once again they have NOTHING!
#RepublicanHealthCareFailure
Repubs have had YEARS to come up with a better plan. TWICE they have had complete control of the Gov’t.
Once again they have NOTHING!
#RepublicanHealthCareFailure
With his eyelids and poll numbers falling, #DozzieDonnie is hitting the campaign trail on his Gaslight America Sleep Walking Tour.
His message to Americans, don’t believe your high bills and grocery costs- it’s all a hoax 🙄
And to the kids this holiday season, NO DOLLS FOR YOU!!!
#RipoffVanWinkle
His message to Americans, don’t believe your high bills and grocery costs- it’s all a hoax 🙄
And to the kids this holiday season, NO DOLLS FOR YOU!!!
#RipoffVanWinkle
December 11, 2025 at 3:23 PM
With his eyelids and poll numbers falling, #DozzieDonnie is hitting the campaign trail on his Gaslight America Sleep Walking Tour.
His message to Americans, don’t believe your high bills and grocery costs- it’s all a hoax 🙄
And to the kids this holiday season, NO DOLLS FOR YOU!!!
#RipoffVanWinkle
His message to Americans, don’t believe your high bills and grocery costs- it’s all a hoax 🙄
And to the kids this holiday season, NO DOLLS FOR YOU!!!
#RipoffVanWinkle
In between naps, Rip-Off Van Winkle is traveling to PA to try and gaslight a community being devastated by rising costs on everything from food and utilities to healthcare.
Between his TACO Tariffs and Big Bullshit Bill, Americans are suffering all across the country.
#TrumpInflationCrisis
Between his TACO Tariffs and Big Bullshit Bill, Americans are suffering all across the country.
#TrumpInflationCrisis
December 9, 2025 at 9:11 PM
In between naps, Rip-Off Van Winkle is traveling to PA to try and gaslight a community being devastated by rising costs on everything from food and utilities to healthcare.
Between his TACO Tariffs and Big Bullshit Bill, Americans are suffering all across the country.
#TrumpInflationCrisis
Between his TACO Tariffs and Big Bullshit Bill, Americans are suffering all across the country.
#TrumpInflationCrisis
Dear America, does affordability feel like a hoax to you?
TRUMP “AFFORDABILITY IS A CON JOB, A DEMOCRAT HOAX”
#TrumpAffordabilityCrisis
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TRUMP “AFFORDABILITY IS A CON JOB, A DEMOCRAT HOAX”
#TrumpAffordabilityCrisis
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Democratic Wins Media on Instagram: "BREAKING: Donald Trump just said affordability is a “con job.” This is the video that will end the MAGA movement. Share it to make sure every American sees.
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December 4, 2025 at 9:17 PM
Dear America, does affordability feel like a hoax to you?
TRUMP “AFFORDABILITY IS A CON JOB, A DEMOCRAT HOAX”
#TrumpAffordabilityCrisis
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TRUMP “AFFORDABILITY IS A CON JOB, A DEMOCRAT HOAX”
#TrumpAffordabilityCrisis
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It was the best of time (for Billionaires)
It was the worst of times (for everyone else)
Trump Tariffs + Trump Big Bullshit Bill
+ Trump Shutdown + Trump Scandals = #TrumpAffordabilityCrisis
Spoiler Alert: This is NOT a hoax!
It was the worst of times (for everyone else)
Trump Tariffs + Trump Big Bullshit Bill
+ Trump Shutdown + Trump Scandals = #TrumpAffordabilityCrisis
Spoiler Alert: This is NOT a hoax!
December 4, 2025 at 6:40 PM
It was the best of time (for Billionaires)
It was the worst of times (for everyone else)
Trump Tariffs + Trump Big Bullshit Bill
+ Trump Shutdown + Trump Scandals = #TrumpAffordabilityCrisis
Spoiler Alert: This is NOT a hoax!
It was the worst of times (for everyone else)
Trump Tariffs + Trump Big Bullshit Bill
+ Trump Shutdown + Trump Scandals = #TrumpAffordabilityCrisis
Spoiler Alert: This is NOT a hoax!
In between Dozzie Donnie’s Cabinet meeting nap sessions along with his and Hegseth’s duel gaslighting of America and the busing of an Admiral in the murder of two defenseless souls in the ocean, how many reporters asked the obvious question- what justifies pardoning a convicted drug lord?
The Administration that claims to fight drug trafficking — while its Defense Secretary is tied to the killing of two disarmed foreign nationals in the Caribbean — has now pardoned former Honduran President Orlando Hernández, who was sentenced to 45 years for aiding cocaine traffickers.
Former Honduras President Hernández freed after Trump pardon
The wife of former Honduras President Juan Orlando Hernández says he has been released from prison following a pardon from President Donald Trump. The U.S.
apnews.com
December 2, 2025 at 10:04 PM
In between Dozzie Donnie’s Cabinet meeting nap sessions along with his and Hegseth’s duel gaslighting of America and the busing of an Admiral in the murder of two defenseless souls in the ocean, how many reporters asked the obvious question- what justifies pardoning a convicted drug lord?
On the eve of Thanksgiving, the only thing growing in America is food insecurities.
Trumpflation is redefining Shrinkflation for struggling and hardworking American families all across the country.
If you’re a Billionaire or a foreign despot, Trump and his MAGA Administration have your back.
Trumpflation is redefining Shrinkflation for struggling and hardworking American families all across the country.
If you’re a Billionaire or a foreign despot, Trump and his MAGA Administration have your back.
November 23, 2025 at 6:50 PM
On the eve of Thanksgiving, the only thing growing in America is food insecurities.
Trumpflation is redefining Shrinkflation for struggling and hardworking American families all across the country.
If you’re a Billionaire or a foreign despot, Trump and his MAGA Administration have your back.
Trumpflation is redefining Shrinkflation for struggling and hardworking American families all across the country.
If you’re a Billionaire or a foreign despot, Trump and his MAGA Administration have your back.
I stand proudly with my friend and Congressman @deluzio.house.gov who continues to serve this Nation and our Constitution with courage & valor.
"In these moments, fear is contagious, but so is courage. We will continue to lead and will not be intimidated.”
This is what leadership looks like. ✌🏼❤️✊🏼
"In these moments, fear is contagious, but so is courage. We will continue to lead and will not be intimidated.”
This is what leadership looks like. ✌🏼❤️✊🏼
November 21, 2025 at 2:32 PM
I stand proudly with my friend and Congressman @deluzio.house.gov who continues to serve this Nation and our Constitution with courage & valor.
"In these moments, fear is contagious, but so is courage. We will continue to lead and will not be intimidated.”
This is what leadership looks like. ✌🏼❤️✊🏼
"In these moments, fear is contagious, but so is courage. We will continue to lead and will not be intimidated.”
This is what leadership looks like. ✌🏼❤️✊🏼
In the cruel times we are living in, my daughter gives me hope.
Every day, Maisie works selflessly providing care and a voice to the unhoused community, hoping that she “was able to be a hand in a dark room, and that is all."
#EmpathyIsOurSuperPower
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Every day, Maisie works selflessly providing care and a voice to the unhoused community, hoping that she “was able to be a hand in a dark room, and that is all."
#EmpathyIsOurSuperPower
www.pittsburghmagazine.com/2025-40-unde...
2025 40 Under 40 Honoree: Maisie Taibbi (32) | Pittsburgh Magazine
Maisie Taibbi Behavioral Health RN and Outreach Team Lead, Pittsburgh Mercy’s Operation Safety Net Now a passionate street nurse in Allegheny County,
www.pittsburghmagazine.com
November 19, 2025 at 5:54 PM
In the cruel times we are living in, my daughter gives me hope.
Every day, Maisie works selflessly providing care and a voice to the unhoused community, hoping that she “was able to be a hand in a dark room, and that is all."
#EmpathyIsOurSuperPower
www.pittsburghmagazine.com/2025-40-unde...
Every day, Maisie works selflessly providing care and a voice to the unhoused community, hoping that she “was able to be a hand in a dark room, and that is all."
#EmpathyIsOurSuperPower
www.pittsburghmagazine.com/2025-40-unde...
Make no mistake, Trump is not seeking justice, he’s seeking cover.
It’s simple. Congress either votes to protect pedophiles or they don’t. That choice will sit on their record forever.
#SaveHealthcareNotPedophiles
It’s simple. Congress either votes to protect pedophiles or they don’t. That choice will sit on their record forever.
#SaveHealthcareNotPedophiles
November 17, 2025 at 9:42 PM
This is outrageous and outright cruel, yet it is also the fate of millions of American’s healthcare.
Trump and the Republican Party have vastly different priorities.
They. Don’t. Care. About. Us.
#SaveHealthcareNotPedophiles
Trump and the Republican Party have vastly different priorities.
They. Don’t. Care. About. Us.
#SaveHealthcareNotPedophiles
I just received my health insurance open enrollment.
Employee + spouse: $$525.09
Family: $702.97
I make $823.13 per pay period!!
How tf am I supposed to also pay medical bills, utilities, rising grocery costs, gas, etc?
And our president’s only concern is himself??
#SaveHealthcareNotPedophiles
Employee + spouse: $$525.09
Family: $702.97
I make $823.13 per pay period!!
How tf am I supposed to also pay medical bills, utilities, rising grocery costs, gas, etc?
And our president’s only concern is himself??
#SaveHealthcareNotPedophiles
November 17, 2025 at 6:54 PM
This is outrageous and outright cruel, yet it is also the fate of millions of American’s healthcare.
Trump and the Republican Party have vastly different priorities.
They. Don’t. Care. About. Us.
#SaveHealthcareNotPedophiles
Trump and the Republican Party have vastly different priorities.
They. Don’t. Care. About. Us.
#SaveHealthcareNotPedophiles
The Resistance comes in all shapes (tastes) and sizes.
This is OUR country and we are here to take it back!
Speak up. Show up. Fight back!!!
It’s time to MACA
#MakeAmericaCareAgain
#Resist #GoodTrouble
This is OUR country and we are here to take it back!
Speak up. Show up. Fight back!!!
It’s time to MACA
#MakeAmericaCareAgain
#Resist #GoodTrouble
November 17, 2025 at 4:10 PM
The Resistance comes in all shapes (tastes) and sizes.
This is OUR country and we are here to take it back!
Speak up. Show up. Fight back!!!
It’s time to MACA
#MakeAmericaCareAgain
#Resist #GoodTrouble
This is OUR country and we are here to take it back!
Speak up. Show up. Fight back!!!
It’s time to MACA
#MakeAmericaCareAgain
#Resist #GoodTrouble
From the Big Bullshit Bill and the bloated-budget Ballroom to the Epstein Coverup, it’s all about the same thing- bailing out or rewarding Billionaires.
Trump and his administration don’t care about anyone else.
Let’s continue to speak up and fight back to MACA- #MakeAmericaCareAgain
Trump and his administration don’t care about anyone else.
Let’s continue to speak up and fight back to MACA- #MakeAmericaCareAgain
November 16, 2025 at 8:42 PM
From the Big Bullshit Bill and the bloated-budget Ballroom to the Epstein Coverup, it’s all about the same thing- bailing out or rewarding Billionaires.
Trump and his administration don’t care about anyone else.
Let’s continue to speak up and fight back to MACA- #MakeAmericaCareAgain
Trump and his administration don’t care about anyone else.
Let’s continue to speak up and fight back to MACA- #MakeAmericaCareAgain
🧵Last summer Trump said his falling out with Epstein was over Epstein's hiring away of young women from the Mar A Lago spa. In the email to Michael Wolff released today, from 2019, Epstein says he was never a member and the reasoning Trump gave then was false.
Of course, the Trump-Epstein...
Of course, the Trump-Epstein...
November 12, 2025 at 4:42 PM
In Trump’s MAGA administration, let’s look at the numbers…
Argentina- $40 BILLION DOLLAR bailout
42 MILLION hungry Americans- $0
(and let’s not forget the Billionaire Bailout with his BBB)
In America, Trump doesn’t even want Americans to eat cake 🤬
Argentina- $40 BILLION DOLLAR bailout
42 MILLION hungry Americans- $0
(and let’s not forget the Billionaire Bailout with his BBB)
In America, Trump doesn’t even want Americans to eat cake 🤬
November 7, 2025 at 1:06 PM
In Trump’s MAGA administration, let’s look at the numbers…
Argentina- $40 BILLION DOLLAR bailout
42 MILLION hungry Americans- $0
(and let’s not forget the Billionaire Bailout with his BBB)
In America, Trump doesn’t even want Americans to eat cake 🤬
Argentina- $40 BILLION DOLLAR bailout
42 MILLION hungry Americans- $0
(and let’s not forget the Billionaire Bailout with his BBB)
In America, Trump doesn’t even want Americans to eat cake 🤬
Madame Speaker, thank you for your legendary Public Service, leadership, and unshakable tenacity in the unending fight for our country’s future.
Best of luck in your life’s next adventure.
With love and in solidarity!
✌🏼❤️🙏🏼✊🏼🇺🇸
#ThankYouNancy
Best of luck in your life’s next adventure.
With love and in solidarity!
✌🏼❤️🙏🏼✊🏼🇺🇸
#ThankYouNancy
November 6, 2025 at 6:27 PM
Madame Speaker, thank you for your legendary Public Service, leadership, and unshakable tenacity in the unending fight for our country’s future.
Best of luck in your life’s next adventure.
With love and in solidarity!
✌🏼❤️🙏🏼✊🏼🇺🇸
#ThankYouNancy
Best of luck in your life’s next adventure.
With love and in solidarity!
✌🏼❤️🙏🏼✊🏼🇺🇸
#ThankYouNancy
Last night Pennsylvania, the country and world got to see the true power of our nation, the power of the VOTE. When voters show up and speak up incredible things can happen.
And in PA the voters showed up with a big oh hell YES!!!
#PADems #VoteLocalPA
✌🏼❤️✊🏼
And in PA the voters showed up with a big oh hell YES!!!
#PADems #VoteLocalPA
✌🏼❤️✊🏼
Tonight Pennsylvania voters stood up for our freedoms and protected our independent courts.
Congratulations to Justices Donohue, Dougherty, and Wecht on their wins tonight! 👏
Congratulations to Justices Donohue, Dougherty, and Wecht on their wins tonight! 👏
November 5, 2025 at 4:54 PM
Last night Pennsylvania, the country and world got to see the true power of our nation, the power of the VOTE. When voters show up and speak up incredible things can happen.
And in PA the voters showed up with a big oh hell YES!!!
#PADems #VoteLocalPA
✌🏼❤️✊🏼
And in PA the voters showed up with a big oh hell YES!!!
#PADems #VoteLocalPA
✌🏼❤️✊🏼