Alder Andre Vasquez, Political Account
@andrefor40th.bsky.social
40th Ward Alder / Father / Spouse / Chair of Immigration Committee / Chair of Progressive Caucus/ Vice Chair of Latino Caucus / Organizer / Problem Solver / Chicagoan until Chicago ends.
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Cook Co Commissioner Bridget Degnan & Ald. @andrefor40th.bsky.social speaking out against a political attack on elected officials and candidates for opposing ICE/CBP’s illegal actions #WeSupportBroadview6
November 12, 2025 at 6:56 PM
Cook Co Commissioner Bridget Degnan & Ald. @andrefor40th.bsky.social speaking out against a political attack on elected officials and candidates for opposing ICE/CBP’s illegal actions #WeSupportBroadview6
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I’m heading to court today for my arraignment on ludicrous charges brought against the #Broadview6 related to our protesting of conditions at the Broadview ICE processing facility.
Join us at 12:30 at Federal Plaza to stand up for our right to speak out!
Join us at 12:30 at Federal Plaza to stand up for our right to speak out!
November 12, 2025 at 10:14 PM
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I’m heading to court today for my arraignment on ludicrous charges brought against the #Broadview6 related to our protesting of conditions at the Broadview ICE processing facility.
Join us at 12:30 at Federal Plaza to stand up for our right to speak out!
Join us at 12:30 at Federal Plaza to stand up for our right to speak out!
November 12, 2025 at 2:17 PM
I’m heading to court today for my arraignment on ludicrous charges brought against the #Broadview6 related to our protesting of conditions at the Broadview ICE processing facility.
Join us at 12:30 at Federal Plaza to stand up for our right to speak out!
Join us at 12:30 at Federal Plaza to stand up for our right to speak out!
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This isn't complicated. Cutting funding for libraries is a ridiculous and
counterproductive way to try to balance the City budget. I stand with our @afscme31.bsky.social librarians.
counterproductive way to try to balance the City budget. I stand with our @afscme31.bsky.social librarians.
November 11, 2025 at 1:25 AM
This isn't complicated. Cutting funding for libraries is a ridiculous and
counterproductive way to try to balance the City budget. I stand with our @afscme31.bsky.social librarians.
counterproductive way to try to balance the City budget. I stand with our @afscme31.bsky.social librarians.
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Indivisible Chicago is organizing a rapid response rally at Federal Plaza on Wednesday at 12:30 as @katmabu.bsky.social @catsharpforcook.bsky.social @michaelrabbitt.bsky.social and others are being arraigned at 1:30 pm.
Signup not required. Show up and be loud.
www.mobilize.us/indivisiblec...
Signup not required. Show up and be loud.
www.mobilize.us/indivisiblec...
We Will Not Be Silent: Stop ICE · Indivisible Chicago
ICE and Trump's agents continue to attack our communities, kidnapping residents based on racial profiling and creating fear in our neighborhoods. They continue to use force against Chicago residents i...
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November 11, 2025 at 3:27 AM
Indivisible Chicago is organizing a rapid response rally at Federal Plaza on Wednesday at 12:30 as @katmabu.bsky.social @catsharpforcook.bsky.social @michaelrabbitt.bsky.social and others are being arraigned at 1:30 pm.
Signup not required. Show up and be loud.
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Signup not required. Show up and be loud.
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Yes
@andrefor40th.bsky.social any substance to the rumor that ICE is staging at Rosehill?
ICE / CBP have been slamming N & NW Chicago & N suburbs today, esp Logan Sq, Albany Pk, Budlong Woods, Evanston, & Skokie with add'l sightings in Lincoln Sq, North Pk, Rogers Pk, & Andersonville. I've seen reports that they're staging at Rosehill, Chicago's largest and first private cemetery. 🧵
October 29, 2025 at 7:32 PM
Yes
Remarks from last week’s press conference in Little Village after more ICE presence and aggression.
October 28, 2025 at 2:49 AM
Remarks from last week’s press conference in Little Village after more ICE presence and aggression.
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Really glad to see national coverage, including a great quote from @andrefor40th.bsky.social:
“Chicago’s been doing just fine, and then these guys showed up... there is big concern about what these unidentified, masked men are doing in this city without accountability. . .”
“Chicago’s been doing just fine, and then these guys showed up... there is big concern about what these unidentified, masked men are doing in this city without accountability. . .”
As the intensity of the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown has risen, residents of Chicago are increasingly pushing back. Federal agents repeatedly have been observed releasing smoke bombs, tear gas and pepper balls to disperse residents who gather or capture videos.
ICE Is Cracking Down on Chicago. Some Chicagoans Are Fighting Back.
Residents have begun forming volunteer groups to monitor their neighborhoods for federal immigration agents. Others honk their horns or blow whistles when they see agents nearby.
nyti.ms
October 15, 2025 at 2:36 AM
Really glad to see national coverage, including a great quote from @andrefor40th.bsky.social:
“Chicago’s been doing just fine, and then these guys showed up... there is big concern about what these unidentified, masked men are doing in this city without accountability. . .”
“Chicago’s been doing just fine, and then these guys showed up... there is big concern about what these unidentified, masked men are doing in this city without accountability. . .”
40th Ward Shred Event is Happening NOW until the truck is full, so you have a couple hours! 5333 N Western! FREE !
October 11, 2025 at 4:33 PM
40th Ward Shred Event is Happening NOW until the truck is full, so you have a couple hours! 5333 N Western! FREE !
Join us SATURDAY 11:30AM at 5333 N Western for our DAY OF THE LIVING SHRED Shred event! Bring your shreddable items - 2 boxes max!
October 7, 2025 at 2:05 PM
Join us SATURDAY 11:30AM at 5333 N Western for our DAY OF THE LIVING SHRED Shred event! Bring your shreddable items - 2 boxes max!
Plus with partners like @catsharpforcook.bsky.social, @poojaravindran.bsky.social, its even more fulfilling work!
Did not envy @andrefor40th.bsky.social today, who was the face of a community workshop that drew in over 500 people. The gap between the "this is my very first political action, I just want a lawn sign" people and the "why aren't you leading an armed uprising" people was VAST.
October 5, 2025 at 1:07 AM
Plus with partners like @catsharpforcook.bsky.social, @poojaravindran.bsky.social, its even more fulfilling work!
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During a time when our norms and rights are under attack, it's up to local governments to reinforce the rights of our people and fight back with every tool we have.
Read my full op-ed with @cd13.lacity.gov @andrefor40th.bsky.social @localprogress.bsky.social: ⬇️
www.latimes.com/opinion/stor...
www.latimes.com/opinion/stor...
October 1, 2025 at 8:52 PM
During a time when our norms and rights are under attack, it's up to local governments to reinforce the rights of our people and fight back with every tool we have.
Read my full op-ed with @cd13.lacity.gov @andrefor40th.bsky.social @localprogress.bsky.social: ⬇️
www.latimes.com/opinion/stor...
www.latimes.com/opinion/stor...
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"In Chicago, ICE’s targeting of Latino residents has stretched from Michigan Avenue to the western suburbs including Franklin Park, where their reckless tactics led to the death of Silverio Villegas-Gonzalez." www.latimes.com/opinion/stor...
Check out co-written op-ed from @andrefor40th.bsky.social
Check out co-written op-ed from @andrefor40th.bsky.social
Contributor: How Democratic-run cities will stand up against Trump's declaration of 'war from within'
In the absence of action from Congress, leaders of major cities and local communities are rising up to reinforce their constitutional rights.
www.latimes.com
October 3, 2025 at 9:44 PM
"In Chicago, ICE’s targeting of Latino residents has stretched from Michigan Avenue to the western suburbs including Franklin Park, where their reckless tactics led to the death of Silverio Villegas-Gonzalez." www.latimes.com/opinion/stor...
Check out co-written op-ed from @andrefor40th.bsky.social
Check out co-written op-ed from @andrefor40th.bsky.social
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I was bragging to my mom about your team helping me a couple years back and how I will continue to support you all. I do not even live in your district but still! I am deeply disappointed in the rat incident but relieved that that did not break you. 🤜
October 1, 2025 at 7:26 PM
I was bragging to my mom about your team helping me a couple years back and how I will continue to support you all. I do not even live in your district but still! I am deeply disappointed in the rat incident but relieved that that did not break you. 🤜
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NEW: LP members @cmlewisgeorgew4.bsky.social, CM Soto-Martínez, & @andrefor40th.bsky.social have a new op-ed laying out the playbook for how progressive local leaders can respond to federal troop deployments.
While congress sits on its hand, local officials must act to defend their communities.
While congress sits on its hand, local officials must act to defend their communities.
During a time when our norms and rights are under attack, it's up to local governments to reinforce the rights of our people and fight back with every tool we have.
Read my full op-ed with @cd13.lacity.gov @andrefor40th.bsky.social @localprogress.bsky.social: ⬇️
www.latimes.com/opinion/stor...
www.latimes.com/opinion/stor...
October 1, 2025 at 10:01 PM
NEW: LP members @cmlewisgeorgew4.bsky.social, CM Soto-Martínez, & @andrefor40th.bsky.social have a new op-ed laying out the playbook for how progressive local leaders can respond to federal troop deployments.
While congress sits on its hand, local officials must act to defend their communities.
While congress sits on its hand, local officials must act to defend their communities.
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@andrefor40th.bsky.social is holding a community defense workshop at Mather high school Saturday, Oct 4th!
Registration here:
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September 28, 2025 at 11:05 PM
@andrefor40th.bsky.social is holding a community defense workshop at Mather high school Saturday, Oct 4th!
Registration here:
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Registration here:
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We are here to keep our neighbors safe, and we will never look away or stop organizing against these authoritarian tactics.
September 28, 2025 at 12:52 AM
We are here to keep our neighbors safe, and we will never look away or stop organizing against these authoritarian tactics.
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Thank you to @andrefor40th.bsky.social for paying tribute to Lawrence Hall's 160th anniversary with your inspiring words & honorary resolution in City Council. It's been our pleasure to serve Chicago & our community for such a long history, & we're humbled by the commendation bestowed upon us today.
September 25, 2025 at 10:01 PM
Thank you to @andrefor40th.bsky.social for paying tribute to Lawrence Hall's 160th anniversary with your inspiring words & honorary resolution in City Council. It's been our pleasure to serve Chicago & our community for such a long history, & we're humbled by the commendation bestowed upon us today.
Shout out to @catsharpforcook.bsky.social for representing like a champ!
Check out our week in review in pics! #40thward
September 22, 2025 at 2:40 AM
Shout out to @catsharpforcook.bsky.social for representing like a champ!
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Chicago SAFE is great - they teach folks how to ride a bike or get comfortable city riding, including teaching @andrefor40th.bsky.social a few years ago!
Missed our ebike-a-palooza? Check out two fabulous folks from Chicago's SAFE Ambassadors talking about what they do to help support folks learn to ride around the Chicago with confidence!
September 20, 2025 at 6:29 PM
Chicago SAFE is great - they teach folks how to ride a bike or get comfortable city riding, including teaching @andrefor40th.bsky.social a few years ago!