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Berkeley County WV Democratic Party @berkeleycowvdems.bsky.social · Jan 8
If you are interested in supporting us with even just a one-time donation, we would appreciate it! We are currently trying to maintain our permanent location in Martinsburg, WV, and anything helps!

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🧵 🚨 Measles, Mumps, Polio – Dangerous & Preventable Diseases

It doesn’t matter if you’re in public or private school, or what your political affiliation is – this is a non-partisan issue. West Virginia has set the bar high with one of the highest immunization rates in the country, and we cannot
March 17, 2025 at 6:04 PM
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We are happy to learn that a bill that would allow direct campaign contributions from corporations has failed in WV House with help from some, but not all, Berkeley County Republicans!
March 13, 2025 at 5:32 PM
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BREAKING: A bill resurrecting the death penalty is moving.

SB 264 would impose capital punishment for the intentional killing of a police officer or first responder.

The death penalty is not justice. West Virginia wisely abolished it 60 years ago.

Call Senate Judiciary Committee members now.
March 6, 2025 at 2:54 AM
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Three of our county's state House delegates have signed off on endangering the lives of mother's and young women in our state. Del. Lisa White (R - 96th) is the lead sponsor a bill that would take away critical medical access for those who have been raped or sexually abused by a family member.
February 27, 2025 at 3:11 PM
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A perfect encapsulation of how President Trump's policies and goals are bad for all West Virginians, regardless of political party. FEMA is an unrivaled aid organization that our governor admits we need help from. Does he really not have any comment about the current president's aim to destroy it?
February 19, 2025 at 8:06 PM
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WVDP Condemns Elon Musk’s DOGE Initiative Threatening Jobs at U.S. Treasury Office in Parkersburg

Read more: www.wvdemocrats.com/news/doge-parkersburg-11feb2025
February 10, 2025 at 3:58 PM
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COMMENTARY: Morrisey said no guidance had come from the federal government regarding the funding pause and that his administration didn’t have a projection on how the freeze would affect West Virginia. And yet, he still stood behind Trump’s hasty decision, wrote Leann Ray.
Morrisey needs to remember he works for West Virginians, not Trump
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February 4, 2025 at 3:00 PM
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At least two separate WV nonprofits are having to lay off staff or deny/delay service. One woman, 86, was relying on one of these nonprofits to receive dialysis treatment TODAY. Because of Trump’s illegal funding freeze, these services are more are being disrupted.

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February 3, 2025 at 2:32 PM
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🚨 Tell Congress: Stop Elon Musk’s Interference! 🚨

West Virginians didn’t vote for Elon Musk, and we do not consent to him interfering with how Congressionally appropriated funds are distributed. This is about our democracy and our future.
February 3, 2025 at 12:25 PM
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Black History Month is here and as important as it has always been. With the new administration taking a hard stance against diversity, equity, and inclusion, it is more important than ever to remind ourselves of the rich history and terrible circumstances that many Black people had in our country.
February 1, 2025 at 10:08 PM
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While we are happy that Trump's illegal funding freeze is on hold, we're upset that our new Attorney General did not take part in challenging this unconstitutional action that affected all West Virginians, Republican and Democrat alike.

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Democrats, fund recipients challenge order to freeze federal spending
White House, Republicans emphasize individual assistance programs won’t be affected
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January 29, 2025 at 12:49 PM
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Trump's illegal freeze on federal funds has far reaching effects. Head Start, a federally funded program that West Virginia has used to enroll almost 8,000 children into preschool and early preschool in 2023 ALONE, is now at risk.
citizencohn.bsky.social Citizen Cohn / Jonathan Cohn @citizencohn.bsky.social · Jan 28
*EXCLUSIVE*

Feds warning Head Start providers that their funding may come late, because of review to check for "potentially unallowable grant payments"

Appears to be part of Trump freeze on federal spending

Advocates worried providers won't make payroll, rent etc www.huffpost.com/entry/trump-...
Trump Administration Payment Freeze May Delay Money For Critical Preschool Program
Head Start providers logging onto the online funding system this morning found a message warning of delays because of "potentially unallowable grant payments."
www.huffpost.com
January 28, 2025 at 6:17 PM
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Please call Senators Justice and Capito's office and do the following:

Introduce yourself by name and emphasize you're a West Virginian.

Tell them you are seeking the Senator’s position and comment of the President’s recent detainment of US citizens and veterans.
January 24, 2025 at 6:55 PM
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On this 52nd anniversary of Roe v. Wade, West Virginia Democrats renew our fight for women’s fundamental health care rights. Because of Trump’s extremist Supreme Court, women today have fewer freedoms than their mothers. #ProtectChoice
January 22, 2025 at 8:20 PM
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Several attorneys general have challenged Trump's unlawful executive order purporting to end birthright citizenship. Will our new Attorney General put the Constitution ahead of party loyalty and agree to help stop this blatantly unconstitutional action?

www.washingtonpost.com/immigration/...
States, civil rights groups sue to stop Trump’s birthright citizenship order
Legal experts said the president’s executive order would upend precedent and is unlikely to pass constitutional muster.
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January 21, 2025 at 6:26 PM
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A great day for the United States as President Biden declares the Equal Rights Amendment "the law of the land"! We enthusiastically support this amendment and welcome the changes that it necessitates.

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Statement from President Joe Biden on the Equal Rights Amendment | The White House
I have supported the Equal Rights Amendment for more than 50 years, and I have long been clear that no one should be discriminated against based on their
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January 17, 2025 at 8:02 PM
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While we also believe that West Virginia can overcome any challenge, what our new Governor misses is that we must do it together. "Ending wokeness" is a catch-all term that essentially means going further to the right and denying a seat at the table for many minorities and our LGBTQ+ community.
January 13, 2025 at 9:52 PM
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Thanks to @lagunabeachdems.bsky.social for adding us to their Democratic Clubs starter pack! We've gotten a lot of followers and it's heartwarming to see so many people from all over the nation following us. We are working to elect Democrats in the Panhandle and building a better future for all!
January 8, 2025 at 1:07 AM
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Applications are now being accepted for a drought relief program funded by the state of West Virginia.
Enrollment in West Virginia drought relief program now open • West Virginia Watch
At a special session earlier this fall, state lawmakers approved $10 million in surplus funding to help farmers affected by the drought.
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December 9, 2024 at 8:17 PM
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Womp womp.
stevenadamswv.bsky.social Steven Allen Adams @stevenadamswv.bsky.social · Dec 5
UPDATE: a source in the Governor's Office tells me this evening that the proposed special session will NOT be called and that more information would be forthcoming Friday.
stevenadamswv.bsky.social Steven Allen Adams @stevenadamswv.bsky.social · Dec 5
As workers were picking up the pieces of the fallen Capitol Christmas Tree Thursday morning due to high winds, lawmakers and legislative staff were trying to determine how to conduct a proposed last-minute special session.

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December 5, 2024 at 11:11 PM
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Democrats Call Out Governor Justice for Wasting Taxpayer Dollars on Special Session to Benefit Out-of-State Corporations

For Immediate Release
December 5, 2024
WVDP Chair Mike Pushkin today criticized Governor Jim Justice for proposing a costly special session of the Legislature to push through a tax break for powerful out-of-state corporations. “Justice is squandering taxpayer dollars to hold a special session to pass a sweetheart deal for a special interest, out-of-state corporation,” said Pushkin. “This is an outrageous abuse of power and a blatant disregard for the people of WV, who deserve a government that prioritizes their needs—not backroom deals for corporate cronies.” Pushkin also pointed out that the Governor’s decision to call a special session stems from his lack of faith in the incoming Legislature and new Governor to pass his special interest bill. “The fact that Jim Justice is rushing this through now, instead of allowing the next Legislature and Governor to address it, speaks volumes about his lack of confidence in their priorities and the will of the voters,” Pushkin continued. “It’s no wonder—he knows WVians are tired of politicians catering to out-of-state corporations instead of investing in our schools, roads, and communities.” The special session comes at an unnecessary expense to taxpayers, with costs that could have been avoided by simply waiting for the regular legislative session in two months. “At a time when PEIA is in crisis, public employees are bracing for massive premium increases, and retirees are being hit hard, Justice has decided to spend taxpayer money to placate corporate interests. This decision is tone-deaf and emblematic of an administration that has consistently put the needs of the wealthy and well-connected over the needs of everyday WVians. We should all call on the Governor and legislators to refocus their priorities and call off this needless, ill advised, special session.
December 5, 2024 at 7:09 PM