Rebecca Kislak
@rebeccakislak.bsky.social
RI mom, lawyer and state representative.
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I think a lot of the anger this morning stems from a feeling that we did our part, but they did not do theirs. This is an oversimplification, but my dudes, no wonder people are like, “OK, let’s try the democratic socialist, then.”
November 10, 2025 at 12:07 PM
I think a lot of the anger this morning stems from a feeling that we did our part, but they did not do theirs. This is an oversimplification, but my dudes, no wonder people are like, “OK, let’s try the democratic socialist, then.”
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I voted no tonight.
But the next phase of Democrats’ health care affordability fight is starting.
While I personally don’t believe Republicans will keep their promise to work with us on lowering health care costs, I would be thrilled to be wrong.
But the next phase of Democrats’ health care affordability fight is starting.
While I personally don’t believe Republicans will keep their promise to work with us on lowering health care costs, I would be thrilled to be wrong.
November 10, 2025 at 2:17 AM
I voted no tonight.
But the next phase of Democrats’ health care affordability fight is starting.
While I personally don’t believe Republicans will keep their promise to work with us on lowering health care costs, I would be thrilled to be wrong.
But the next phase of Democrats’ health care affordability fight is starting.
While I personally don’t believe Republicans will keep their promise to work with us on lowering health care costs, I would be thrilled to be wrong.
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The average SNAP benefit per month is $177 a person.
The average ACA benefit per month is up to $550 a person.
People want us to hold the line for a reason. This is not a matter of appealing to a base. It’s about people’s lives.
And working people want leaders whose word means something to them.
The average ACA benefit per month is up to $550 a person.
People want us to hold the line for a reason. This is not a matter of appealing to a base. It’s about people’s lives.
And working people want leaders whose word means something to them.
November 10, 2025 at 1:49 AM
The average SNAP benefit per month is $177 a person.
The average ACA benefit per month is up to $550 a person.
People want us to hold the line for a reason. This is not a matter of appealing to a base. It’s about people’s lives.
And working people want leaders whose word means something to them.
The average ACA benefit per month is up to $550 a person.
People want us to hold the line for a reason. This is not a matter of appealing to a base. It’s about people’s lives.
And working people want leaders whose word means something to them.
Six of my kid’s friends left for college or other adventures this year. Our street is very quiet. But this morning I heard my kid on the phone, talking with three of them in three zones across the planet. Evidently there is a daily group call. I love this so much ❤️❤️❤️❤️
November 9, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Six of my kid’s friends left for college or other adventures this year. Our street is very quiet. But this morning I heard my kid on the phone, talking with three of them in three zones across the planet. Evidently there is a daily group call. I love this so much ❤️❤️❤️❤️
I change what I’m saying about whether/when we’ll see SNAP on the cards twice a day lately, but sometimes twice an hour. I guess just keep checking.
New guidance from USDA says they will administer full SNAP benefits.
However, less than 45 minutes ago, the Attorney General tweeted about asking for a stay on the order forcing full benefits.
Seems weird to send this guidance if they’re hoping for a stay by 4pm.
However, less than 45 minutes ago, the Attorney General tweeted about asking for a stay on the order forcing full benefits.
Seems weird to send this guidance if they’re hoping for a stay by 4pm.
November 7, 2025 at 6:28 PM
I change what I’m saying about whether/when we’ll see SNAP on the cards twice a day lately, but sometimes twice an hour. I guess just keep checking.
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New guidance from USDA says they will administer full SNAP benefits.
However, less than 45 minutes ago, the Attorney General tweeted about asking for a stay on the order forcing full benefits.
Seems weird to send this guidance if they’re hoping for a stay by 4pm.
However, less than 45 minutes ago, the Attorney General tweeted about asking for a stay on the order forcing full benefits.
Seems weird to send this guidance if they’re hoping for a stay by 4pm.
November 7, 2025 at 6:14 PM
New guidance from USDA says they will administer full SNAP benefits.
However, less than 45 minutes ago, the Attorney General tweeted about asking for a stay on the order forcing full benefits.
Seems weird to send this guidance if they’re hoping for a stay by 4pm.
However, less than 45 minutes ago, the Attorney General tweeted about asking for a stay on the order forcing full benefits.
Seems weird to send this guidance if they’re hoping for a stay by 4pm.
Hooray for all the victories this week. 📣 To the incoming Governors of New Jersey and Virginia! To the incoming Mayor of New York! For the school board victories against book banning across the country! Hooray for the people willing to run and stand up for our democratic institutions! 👏
November 6, 2025 at 10:20 PM
Hooray for all the victories this week. 📣 To the incoming Governors of New Jersey and Virginia! To the incoming Mayor of New York! For the school board victories against book banning across the country! Hooray for the people willing to run and stand up for our democratic institutions! 👏
Zohran Mamdani won this week in New York, and I want to say a few things about what I've learned from watching his campaign. 1. He is a brilliant communicator. 2. He builds community. 3. He won with more than a million votes! That hasn't happened since the '60s. He has a mandate! 1/ buff.ly/KpE1is2
Zohran Kwame Mamdani (@zohrankmamdani.bsky.social)
Thank you, New York City. Together we made history. Now let’s get to work. transition2025.com
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November 6, 2025 at 3:19 PM
Zohran Mamdani won this week in New York, and I want to say a few things about what I've learned from watching his campaign. 1. He is a brilliant communicator. 2. He builds community. 3. He won with more than a million votes! That hasn't happened since the '60s. He has a mandate! 1/ buff.ly/KpE1is2
East Side! The Providence School Board has an opening. Apply here by December 12. www.providenceri.gov/mayor/provid...
Providence School Board Application - City of Providence
School Board Region and Ward Maps FILING DEADLINE: Friday, December 12, 2025 by 4:30PM PLEASE NOTE: All applicants must attend the public forum scheduled to take place on Tuesday, December […]
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November 6, 2025 at 12:14 PM
East Side! The Providence School Board has an opening. Apply here by December 12. www.providenceri.gov/mayor/provid...
I'm looking forward to joining Karen Malcom to talk about healthcare tomorrow (Thursday) night at Temple Emanu El! Come join us! Registration here: buff.ly/jh42Jcm @protectrihealth.bsky.social
November 5, 2025 at 11:35 PM
I'm looking forward to joining Karen Malcom to talk about healthcare tomorrow (Thursday) night at Temple Emanu El! Come join us! Registration here: buff.ly/jh42Jcm @protectrihealth.bsky.social
Congratulations to the next City Councilor for Ward 2 in Providence! I'm excited to get to work with jilld.bsky.social on so many issues, particularly our Providence schools. She will be a fabulous city councilor! buff.ly/WcrUyUc
Jill DAVIDSON | Community leader for Providence City Council for Ward 2
Jill Davidson is a community leader running for Providence City Council in Ward 2 to bring 20 years of experience in education, climate and advocacy to City Hall.
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November 5, 2025 at 11:16 PM
Congratulations to the next City Councilor for Ward 2 in Providence! I'm excited to get to work with jilld.bsky.social on so many issues, particularly our Providence schools. She will be a fabulous city councilor! buff.ly/WcrUyUc
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ah, perhaps instead of pumping millions into endless factional infighting Dem donors could invest in making local Dem organizations genuine civic spaces that can reach people during and between elections
November 5, 2025 at 12:49 PM
ah, perhaps instead of pumping millions into endless factional infighting Dem donors could invest in making local Dem organizations genuine civic spaces that can reach people during and between elections
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Here’s a fun fact: More than 1000 people have signed up at runforwhat.net to run for office since last night. 😈😈😈
November 5, 2025 at 6:24 PM
Here’s a fun fact: More than 1000 people have signed up at runforwhat.net to run for office since last night. 😈😈😈
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🗳️👟🚲🚌🚗We are excited to share the responses from all five candidates running in the PVD Ward 2 Special Election! We are grateful to each of them for taking time to send responses to let voters know where they stand on issues that matter to our community!
➡️Read the responses at pvdstreets.org/vote
➡️Read the responses at pvdstreets.org/vote
October 9, 2025 at 11:45 PM
🗳️👟🚲🚌🚗We are excited to share the responses from all five candidates running in the PVD Ward 2 Special Election! We are grateful to each of them for taking time to send responses to let voters know where they stand on issues that matter to our community!
➡️Read the responses at pvdstreets.org/vote
➡️Read the responses at pvdstreets.org/vote
Ward 2: Vote for your next city councilor today! If you're Ward 2, you likely received lots of mail! But, if you're unsure if you're Ward 2, or where to vote, check vote.ri.gov Polls are open until 8 p.m. Still undecided? Here's the video from one of the candidate forums. buff.ly/2Aco236
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November 4, 2025 at 2:32 PM
Ward 2: Vote for your next city councilor today! If you're Ward 2, you likely received lots of mail! But, if you're unsure if you're Ward 2, or where to vote, check vote.ri.gov Polls are open until 8 p.m. Still undecided? Here's the video from one of the candidate forums. buff.ly/2Aco236
They have the discretionary funds to fully fund snap. A RI court told them they had to use the SNAP funds set aside for this purpose (partially funding) but could also use a larger pot of discretionary funds. Once again, the feds are choosing to do the least possible.
BREAKING: The Trump administration says SNAP will be partially funded after judges’ rulings required the food aid program to continue.
Live updates: Trump administration says SNAP will be partially funded after judges’ rulings
President Donald Trump’s administration said Monday that it will partially fund SNAP after a pair of judges’ rulings required it to keep the food aid program running.
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November 3, 2025 at 5:29 PM
They have the discretionary funds to fully fund snap. A RI court told them they had to use the SNAP funds set aside for this purpose (partially funding) but could also use a larger pot of discretionary funds. Once again, the feds are choosing to do the least possible.
Reposted by Rebecca Kislak
BREAKING: The Trump administration says SNAP will be partially funded after judges’ rulings required the food aid program to continue.
Live updates: Trump administration says SNAP will be partially funded after judges’ rulings
President Donald Trump’s administration said Monday that it will partially fund SNAP after a pair of judges’ rulings required it to keep the food aid program running.
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November 3, 2025 at 5:20 PM
BREAKING: The Trump administration says SNAP will be partially funded after judges’ rulings required the food aid program to continue.
Wow the cruelty knows no bounds. Also, student discounts, older shopper discounts, etc. call it a low-income discount for folks on any income based program, not just SNAP, and done.
The USDA sent an email to grocery stores telling them they are prohibited from offering special discounts to customers affected by the SNAP funding lapse.
I'm aware of at least 2 stores that had offered struggling customers a discount, then withdrew it after receiving this email
I'm aware of at least 2 stores that had offered struggling customers a discount, then withdrew it after receiving this email
November 2, 2025 at 7:33 PM
Wow the cruelty knows no bounds. Also, student discounts, older shopper discounts, etc. call it a low-income discount for folks on any income based program, not just SNAP, and done.
Friday, 2 judges ordered the Trump admin to use emergency funds available to pay SNAP benefits in November. The funds will not be available to people this weekend. Stay tuned. The Trump admin could also decide to appeal because they don't seem to want people to have food?
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Judges order the Trump administration to use contingency funds for SNAP payments during the shutdown
Two federal judge have ruled that the Trump administration must continue to fund the SNAP food aid program using contingency funds during the government shutdown.
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November 2, 2025 at 6:23 PM
Friday, 2 judges ordered the Trump admin to use emergency funds available to pay SNAP benefits in November. The funds will not be available to people this weekend. Stay tuned. The Trump admin could also decide to appeal because they don't seem to want people to have food?
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The Secretary of State's office will be sending out notices to all registered voters. As with all notices, please open, read and follow the instructions. Which will tell you how to update your voter information, if needed. More information is here buff.ly/GvZh91X
November 1, 2025 at 2:19 PM
The Secretary of State's office will be sending out notices to all registered voters. As with all notices, please open, read and follow the instructions. Which will tell you how to update your voter information, if needed. More information is here buff.ly/GvZh91X
Is the government shutdown (or anything else) hurting your budget? Or do you have a little extra to give?The Mount Hope Community Center has scheduled times to pick up some food (bring your own bags) or to donate food. You can also donate money on their website. buff.ly/hG55PbV
October 31, 2025 at 9:20 PM
Is the government shutdown (or anything else) hurting your budget? Or do you have a little extra to give?The Mount Hope Community Center has scheduled times to pick up some food (bring your own bags) or to donate food. You can also donate money on their website. buff.ly/hG55PbV
This is great news. So glad RI has been a part of the effort to get the Trump admin to find SNAP, as per the contingency plan. They might appeal but imagine fighting against providing people food with money you have available to do that? That’s weird, and cruel.
Two federal judges ruled that President Trump’s administration must to continue to fund SNAP, the nation’s biggest food aid program, using contingency funds during the government shutdown.
Judges order federal government to use contingency funds for SNAP during shutdown. Follow live updates. - The Boston Globe
The rulings came a day before the Department of Agriculture planned to freeze payments to the nation’s biggest food aid program because it said it could no longer keep funding it due to the shutdown.
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October 31, 2025 at 9:10 PM
This is great news. So glad RI has been a part of the effort to get the Trump admin to find SNAP, as per the contingency plan. They might appeal but imagine fighting against providing people food with money you have available to do that? That’s weird, and cruel.
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Political, religious, and community leaders question the handling of the Smithfield antisemitic hazing incident
"...how and why [would] a school district confirm that this incident occurred, put in place appropriate discipline and an education plan, and then quietly backtrack on everything[?]"
"...how and why [would] a school district confirm that this incident occurred, put in place appropriate discipline and an education plan, and then quietly backtrack on everything[?]"
Political, religious, and community leaders question the handling of the Smithfield antisemitic hazing incident
"...how and why [would] a school district would confirm that this incident occurred, put in place appropriate discipline and an education plan, and then quietly backtrack on everything[?]"
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October 31, 2025 at 9:04 PM
Political, religious, and community leaders question the handling of the Smithfield antisemitic hazing incident
"...how and why [would] a school district confirm that this incident occurred, put in place appropriate discipline and an education plan, and then quietly backtrack on everything[?]"
"...how and why [would] a school district confirm that this incident occurred, put in place appropriate discipline and an education plan, and then quietly backtrack on everything[?]"
The Rhode Island Democratic Party is discussing its platform on Wednesday. If you're a Democrat, please join the call and share your thoughts! Here is the registration link: buff.ly/rGeOu16
October 31, 2025 at 2:19 PM
The Rhode Island Democratic Party is discussing its platform on Wednesday. If you're a Democrat, please join the call and share your thoughts! Here is the registration link: buff.ly/rGeOu16