Susan Wilson 💙Hold the Line💙
@susanwilson.bsky.social
Was @stevesgirl56 but no longer
She/her
Proud Democrat.
Proud Bostonian.
She/her
Proud Democrat.
Proud Bostonian.
Pinned
Creating a new pinned thread for what I want to keep track of.
Starting August 2, 2025
Starting August 2, 2025
How long were you willing to keep the government shut down?
Assume that means NO SNAP benefits from December 1 on, at least 10% of flights canceled starting next week, government workers without paychecks, open enrollment for 2026 coverage ends Dec 15.
Assume that means NO SNAP benefits from December 1 on, at least 10% of flights canceled starting next week, government workers without paychecks, open enrollment for 2026 coverage ends Dec 15.
November 11, 2025 at 3:04 AM
How long were you willing to keep the government shut down?
Assume that means NO SNAP benefits from December 1 on, at least 10% of flights canceled starting next week, government workers without paychecks, open enrollment for 2026 coverage ends Dec 15.
Assume that means NO SNAP benefits from December 1 on, at least 10% of flights canceled starting next week, government workers without paychecks, open enrollment for 2026 coverage ends Dec 15.
Do you think pharmaceutical companies traded cheap prices for GLP 1 drugs to get the black box warnings removed so hormone replacement therapy can be pushed on women?
Did cash change hands?
Our bodies aren’t good enough. We need to drug ourselves to be thin and happy…
Did cash change hands?
Our bodies aren’t good enough. We need to drug ourselves to be thin and happy…
November 10, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Do you think pharmaceutical companies traded cheap prices for GLP 1 drugs to get the black box warnings removed so hormone replacement therapy can be pushed on women?
Did cash change hands?
Our bodies aren’t good enough. We need to drug ourselves to be thin and happy…
Did cash change hands?
Our bodies aren’t good enough. We need to drug ourselves to be thin and happy…
Today is the day to listen to this song.
@lakesuperior.bsky.social is paying homage to those lost.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=9vST...
@lakesuperior.bsky.social is paying homage to those lost.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=9vST...
November 10, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Today is the day to listen to this song.
@lakesuperior.bsky.social is paying homage to those lost.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=9vST...
@lakesuperior.bsky.social is paying homage to those lost.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=9vST...
We are about to bury ourselves in a flood of negativity.
This is an important story that is going to get lost in the flood.
Please pay attention yo it.
This is a Reagan Appointed judge stepping down to speak out about Trump.
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/09/u...
This is an important story that is going to get lost in the flood.
Please pay attention yo it.
This is a Reagan Appointed judge stepping down to speak out about Trump.
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/09/u...
Federal Judge, Warning of ‘Existential Threat’ to Democracy, Resigns
www.nytimes.com
November 10, 2025 at 6:08 AM
We are about to bury ourselves in a flood of negativity.
This is an important story that is going to get lost in the flood.
Please pay attention yo it.
This is a Reagan Appointed judge stepping down to speak out about Trump.
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/09/u...
This is an important story that is going to get lost in the flood.
Please pay attention yo it.
This is a Reagan Appointed judge stepping down to speak out about Trump.
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/09/u...
I am in the minority tonight, but I am not surprised Senate Democrats are providing the votes to move to the next stage of the fight,
- 22 million receive ACA tax credits
- 40 million receive SNAP
- 2.9 million fly each day
- 1.4 million are Federal employees furloughed or working without pay
- 22 million receive ACA tax credits
- 40 million receive SNAP
- 2.9 million fly each day
- 1.4 million are Federal employees furloughed or working without pay
November 10, 2025 at 3:46 AM
I am in the minority tonight, but I am not surprised Senate Democrats are providing the votes to move to the next stage of the fight,
- 22 million receive ACA tax credits
- 40 million receive SNAP
- 2.9 million fly each day
- 1.4 million are Federal employees furloughed or working without pay
- 22 million receive ACA tax credits
- 40 million receive SNAP
- 2.9 million fly each day
- 1.4 million are Federal employees furloughed or working without pay
Voting yes
Always Yes
ME King (Independent)
PA Fetterman
NV Cortez Masto
Joining them
NH Shaheen (retiring), Hasan
NV Rosen
VA Kaine
IL Durbin(retiring)
Always Yes
ME King (Independent)
PA Fetterman
NV Cortez Masto
Joining them
NH Shaheen (retiring), Hasan
NV Rosen
VA Kaine
IL Durbin(retiring)
November 10, 2025 at 2:50 AM
Voting yes
Always Yes
ME King (Independent)
PA Fetterman
NV Cortez Masto
Joining them
NH Shaheen (retiring), Hasan
NV Rosen
VA Kaine
IL Durbin(retiring)
Always Yes
ME King (Independent)
PA Fetterman
NV Cortez Masto
Joining them
NH Shaheen (retiring), Hasan
NV Rosen
VA Kaine
IL Durbin(retiring)
Reposted by Susan Wilson 💙Hold the Line💙
🙏Thank you to all of the candidates who took my call. If there was ever an election where competing for every vote mattered, it was this one. 🙏
🚨 A full slate in Virginia House races 🌊
“…made it his mission to recruit candidates in every district…”
virginiamercury.com/2025/05/07/d...
🚨 A full slate in Virginia House races 🌊
“…made it his mission to recruit candidates in every district…”
virginiamercury.com/2025/05/07/d...
Democrats reach historic goal: A full slate in Virginia House races • Virginia Mercury
For the first time in recent memory, Virginia Democrats have candidates running in all 100 House of Delegates districts — a milestone party leaders and grassroots organizers say reflects rising moment...
virginiamercury.com
November 9, 2025 at 7:06 PM
🙏Thank you to all of the candidates who took my call. If there was ever an election where competing for every vote mattered, it was this one. 🙏
🚨 A full slate in Virginia House races 🌊
“…made it his mission to recruit candidates in every district…”
virginiamercury.com/2025/05/07/d...
🚨 A full slate in Virginia House races 🌊
“…made it his mission to recruit candidates in every district…”
virginiamercury.com/2025/05/07/d...
This is as of Nov 9
9 Incumbent Democrats (with their age) are expected to seek re election in
CO - Hickenlooper 73
DE - Coons 61
GA - Ossoff 38
MA - Markey 79
NJ - Booker 56
NM - Lujan 53
OR - Merkley 68
RI - Reed 75
VA - Warner 70
Expect pressure on those 70 and above from the Left.
9 Incumbent Democrats (with their age) are expected to seek re election in
CO - Hickenlooper 73
DE - Coons 61
GA - Ossoff 38
MA - Markey 79
NJ - Booker 56
NM - Lujan 53
OR - Merkley 68
RI - Reed 75
VA - Warner 70
Expect pressure on those 70 and above from the Left.
November 9, 2025 at 5:47 PM
This is as of Nov 9
9 Incumbent Democrats (with their age) are expected to seek re election in
CO - Hickenlooper 73
DE - Coons 61
GA - Ossoff 38
MA - Markey 79
NJ - Booker 56
NM - Lujan 53
OR - Merkley 68
RI - Reed 75
VA - Warner 70
Expect pressure on those 70 and above from the Left.
9 Incumbent Democrats (with their age) are expected to seek re election in
CO - Hickenlooper 73
DE - Coons 61
GA - Ossoff 38
MA - Markey 79
NJ - Booker 56
NM - Lujan 53
OR - Merkley 68
RI - Reed 75
VA - Warner 70
Expect pressure on those 70 and above from the Left.
💙🔵2026 FILING DEADLINES🔵💙
One way to rig elections is early filing deadlines - making it difficult to recruit candidates.
Five states have 2025 deadlines for the November 2026 elections.
I already MISSED IL - Nov 5.
AR is Nov 11.
TX is Dec 8
NC is Dec 19
MS Dec 25(Fed)
One way to rig elections is early filing deadlines - making it difficult to recruit candidates.
Five states have 2025 deadlines for the November 2026 elections.
I already MISSED IL - Nov 5.
AR is Nov 11.
TX is Dec 8
NC is Dec 19
MS Dec 25(Fed)
November 9, 2025 at 5:22 PM
💙🔵2026 FILING DEADLINES🔵💙
One way to rig elections is early filing deadlines - making it difficult to recruit candidates.
Five states have 2025 deadlines for the November 2026 elections.
I already MISSED IL - Nov 5.
AR is Nov 11.
TX is Dec 8
NC is Dec 19
MS Dec 25(Fed)
One way to rig elections is early filing deadlines - making it difficult to recruit candidates.
Five states have 2025 deadlines for the November 2026 elections.
I already MISSED IL - Nov 5.
AR is Nov 11.
TX is Dec 8
NC is Dec 19
MS Dec 25(Fed)
There are only 30 days in November.
Today is November 9.
That leaves 21 days.
The emergency SNAP money will be gone by December 1.
Is anyone wondering how we will feed people in December?
Today is November 9.
That leaves 21 days.
The emergency SNAP money will be gone by December 1.
Is anyone wondering how we will feed people in December?
November 9, 2025 at 3:15 PM
There are only 30 days in November.
Today is November 9.
That leaves 21 days.
The emergency SNAP money will be gone by December 1.
Is anyone wondering how we will feed people in December?
Today is November 9.
That leaves 21 days.
The emergency SNAP money will be gone by December 1.
Is anyone wondering how we will feed people in December?
Reposted by Susan Wilson 💙Hold the Line💙
Until the end of the government shutdown, our campaign will be donating $2,500 a month to a food pantry in the Ninth District.
And to my fellow candidates, I challenge you to do the same:
And to my fellow candidates, I challenge you to do the same:
November 8, 2025 at 8:56 PM
Until the end of the government shutdown, our campaign will be donating $2,500 a month to a food pantry in the Ninth District.
And to my fellow candidates, I challenge you to do the same:
And to my fellow candidates, I challenge you to do the same:
Dan Osborn is an Independent running for Senator in Nebraska.
He also ran in 2024 and Democrats did not run a candidate against him. I don’t know their plans for 2026 but I suggest following Dan now to get to know him.
Here is a common sense post about food donations to start with.
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He also ran in 2024 and Democrats did not run a candidate against him. I don’t know their plans for 2026 but I suggest following Dan now to get to know him.
Here is a common sense post about food donations to start with.
💙
Right now, many of our friends and neighbors in Nebraska are having trouble putting food on the table. Especially during the holidays, this is heartbreaking to think about. 🧵
November 8, 2025 at 6:04 PM
Dan Osborn is an Independent running for Senator in Nebraska.
He also ran in 2024 and Democrats did not run a candidate against him. I don’t know their plans for 2026 but I suggest following Dan now to get to know him.
Here is a common sense post about food donations to start with.
💙
He also ran in 2024 and Democrats did not run a candidate against him. I don’t know their plans for 2026 but I suggest following Dan now to get to know him.
Here is a common sense post about food donations to start with.
💙
Something to watch in 2026 - House members running for Governor, AG missing votes.
Projecting R220/D215 split, 5 missing members derails a vote.
Governor
AZ Schweikert, Biggs
FL Donald’s
IA Feensta
MI James
NY Stefanik
SC Mace, Norman
SD Johnson
TN Rose
WI Tiffany
AG
TX Roy
Projecting R220/D215 split, 5 missing members derails a vote.
Governor
AZ Schweikert, Biggs
FL Donald’s
IA Feensta
MI James
NY Stefanik
SC Mace, Norman
SD Johnson
TN Rose
WI Tiffany
AG
TX Roy
November 7, 2025 at 10:49 PM
Something to watch in 2026 - House members running for Governor, AG missing votes.
Projecting R220/D215 split, 5 missing members derails a vote.
Governor
AZ Schweikert, Biggs
FL Donald’s
IA Feensta
MI James
NY Stefanik
SC Mace, Norman
SD Johnson
TN Rose
WI Tiffany
AG
TX Roy
Projecting R220/D215 split, 5 missing members derails a vote.
Governor
AZ Schweikert, Biggs
FL Donald’s
IA Feensta
MI James
NY Stefanik
SC Mace, Norman
SD Johnson
TN Rose
WI Tiffany
AG
TX Roy
Reposted by Susan Wilson 💙Hold the Line💙
When he says thanksgiving meals are down twenty five percent. What he really means is twenty five percent less people can afford a meal.
November 7, 2025 at 2:45 AM
When he says thanksgiving meals are down twenty five percent. What he really means is twenty five percent less people can afford a meal.
I expect o hear that the photographer who took this picture is banned from the White House…
November 7, 2025 at 2:34 PM
I expect o hear that the photographer who took this picture is banned from the White House…
If you haven’t committed to supporting Democrat @aftynbehn.bsky.social in the TN 07 Special Election on Dec 2, here’s a chance to get to know her better.
There are many $ needs in our world, but if you can help her GOTV with time or $, please do.
🔵
There are many $ needs in our world, but if you can help her GOTV with time or $, please do.
🔵
Really enjoyed today’s conversation with @aftynbehn.bsky.social on transparency, building a grassroots movement, and the power of what the kids call “hopium.” Watch the full conversation on our Substack here:
substack.com/@endcitizens...
substack.com/@endcitizens...
November 7, 2025 at 2:27 PM
If you haven’t committed to supporting Democrat @aftynbehn.bsky.social in the TN 07 Special Election on Dec 2, here’s a chance to get to know her better.
There are many $ needs in our world, but if you can help her GOTV with time or $, please do.
🔵
There are many $ needs in our world, but if you can help her GOTV with time or $, please do.
🔵
Keep the Blue Wave Rising!
TN 07 Dec 2!
💙
TN 07 Dec 2!
💙
My first ever Etsy purchase, 600 GOTV postcards to be used for @aftynbehn.bsky.social for Congress! If you want some, let me know. Postcard writing party 10 am-noon Thursday in D18. DM me for address. Stamps needed!
November 6, 2025 at 3:29 AM
Keep the Blue Wave Rising!
TN 07 Dec 2!
💙
TN 07 Dec 2!
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Reposted by Susan Wilson 💙Hold the Line💙
To all the doomers and gloomers, those who have given in to an ineluctable cynicism - you’re wrong. Democracy still matters. Voting matters. Organizing matters. Speaking out matters. America is still the greatest country because we the people have the power to chart our own course. May we never quit
November 5, 2025 at 1:52 AM
To all the doomers and gloomers, those who have given in to an ineluctable cynicism - you’re wrong. Democracy still matters. Voting matters. Organizing matters. Speaking out matters. America is still the greatest country because we the people have the power to chart our own course. May we never quit
Reposted by Susan Wilson 💙Hold the Line💙
Congratulations to all the Democratic candidates who won tonight. It’s a reminder that when we come together around strong, forward-looking leaders who care about the issues that matter, we can win. We’ve still got plenty of work to do, but the future looks a little bit brighter.
November 5, 2025 at 2:47 AM
Congratulations to all the Democratic candidates who won tonight. It’s a reminder that when we come together around strong, forward-looking leaders who care about the issues that matter, we can win. We’ve still got plenty of work to do, but the future looks a little bit brighter.
This thread is the epitome of the Resistance.
We find joy.
We find joy.
I hope someone is writing "12 Hangry Men" about the sandwich guy jury
November 5, 2025 at 12:47 AM
This thread is the epitome of the Resistance.
We find joy.
We find joy.
Flying under the radar today is the Special Election to fill a House vacancy in TX 18.
Given that there are 7 Democrats and 3 Republicans running in an open election, it‘s unlikely that anyone gets 51% of the vote and not need a runoff.
Given that there are 7 Democrats and 3 Republicans running in an open election, it‘s unlikely that anyone gets 51% of the vote and not need a runoff.
November 4, 2025 at 6:41 PM
Flying under the radar today is the Special Election to fill a House vacancy in TX 18.
Given that there are 7 Democrats and 3 Republicans running in an open election, it‘s unlikely that anyone gets 51% of the vote and not need a runoff.
Given that there are 7 Democrats and 3 Republicans running in an open election, it‘s unlikely that anyone gets 51% of the vote and not need a runoff.
Put anything you are drinking down before you read this thread.
Our tax dollars at work…
Our tax dollars at work…
Big day at U.S. District Court in D.C. where Sean Dunn, the D.C. Sandwich Guy, is on trial for misdemeanor assault of a federal officer.
Border Patrol agent Gregory Lairmore is on the stand narrating surveillance video of the sammie toss.
'Now he’s struck me with the sandwich,' Lairmore says.
Border Patrol agent Gregory Lairmore is on the stand narrating surveillance video of the sammie toss.
'Now he’s struck me with the sandwich,' Lairmore says.
November 4, 2025 at 5:47 PM
Put anything you are drinking down before you read this thread.
Our tax dollars at work…
Our tax dollars at work…
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QUESTION OF THE DAY
ASK YOURSELF
‘Did I Vote?’
Yes - treat yourself to something nice
No - exercise your right to vote. Then you’ll be ar Yes.
No one is coming to save us.
Today’s a day to save ourselves!
💙🔵💙🔵💙🔵💙🔵💙🔵💙🔵💙
QUESTION OF THE DAY
ASK YOURSELF
‘Did I Vote?’
Yes - treat yourself to something nice
No - exercise your right to vote. Then you’ll be ar Yes.
No one is coming to save us.
Today’s a day to save ourselves!
💙🔵💙🔵💙🔵💙🔵💙🔵💙🔵💙
November 4, 2025 at 4:31 PM
💙🔵💙🔵💙🔵💙🔵💙🔵💙🔵💙
QUESTION OF THE DAY
ASK YOURSELF
‘Did I Vote?’
Yes - treat yourself to something nice
No - exercise your right to vote. Then you’ll be ar Yes.
No one is coming to save us.
Today’s a day to save ourselves!
💙🔵💙🔵💙🔵💙🔵💙🔵💙🔵💙
QUESTION OF THE DAY
ASK YOURSELF
‘Did I Vote?’
Yes - treat yourself to something nice
No - exercise your right to vote. Then you’ll be ar Yes.
No one is coming to save us.
Today’s a day to save ourselves!
💙🔵💙🔵💙🔵💙🔵💙🔵💙🔵💙
Fresh off their SNAP funding victory, Blue State AGS take on changes to Public Service Loan Forgiveness rule changes.
Inching toward secession IMO.
www.cnbc.com/2025/11/03/s...
Inching toward secession IMO.
www.cnbc.com/2025/11/03/s...
States sue Trump admin over rule limiting student loan forgiveness for public servants
New York Attorney General Letitia James is suing the Trump administration over its new rule limiting eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
www.cnbc.com
November 4, 2025 at 2:55 AM
Fresh off their SNAP funding victory, Blue State AGS take on changes to Public Service Loan Forgiveness rule changes.
Inching toward secession IMO.
www.cnbc.com/2025/11/03/s...
Inching toward secession IMO.
www.cnbc.com/2025/11/03/s...
Reposted by Susan Wilson 💙Hold the Line💙
Orange County CA: Boycott big business this holiday season!
REALLY REALLY FREE HOLIDAY MARKET
Sunday, November 9th, Noon-4pm
Irvine City Hall Lawn
Give what you have, take what you need.
(1/2)
REALLY REALLY FREE HOLIDAY MARKET
Sunday, November 9th, Noon-4pm
Irvine City Hall Lawn
Give what you have, take what you need.
(1/2)
November 3, 2025 at 7:38 PM
Orange County CA: Boycott big business this holiday season!
REALLY REALLY FREE HOLIDAY MARKET
Sunday, November 9th, Noon-4pm
Irvine City Hall Lawn
Give what you have, take what you need.
(1/2)
REALLY REALLY FREE HOLIDAY MARKET
Sunday, November 9th, Noon-4pm
Irvine City Hall Lawn
Give what you have, take what you need.
(1/2)