Brandon
@brandon714.bsky.social
Hello, everyone. My name is Brandon. I'm a Twitter/X refugee that's happy to be here. I had to get away from that other place. I'm also a Democrat.
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Evidence that the massive swing among young voters back to Dems that we saw in NY, VA, and NJ earlier this month is not limited to those states.
Take PA: from Eday '24 to Jan 20th, young new regisrants were +5R.
In the last month of this year's election they were +24D.
Take PA: from Eday '24 to Jan 20th, young new regisrants were +5R.
In the last month of this year's election they were +24D.
November 25, 2025 at 10:01 PM
Evidence that the massive swing among young voters back to Dems that we saw in NY, VA, and NJ earlier this month is not limited to those states.
Take PA: from Eday '24 to Jan 20th, young new regisrants were +5R.
In the last month of this year's election they were +24D.
Take PA: from Eday '24 to Jan 20th, young new regisrants were +5R.
In the last month of this year's election they were +24D.
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As chaos ensues in DC, the states are where real and meaningful progress can be made for Americans. State Dems have won and overperformed in elections all year. And we have a plan to keep winning in 2026.
State Democrats extend influence over party amid turmoil in DC
As D.C. Democrats struggle to counter Trump, state leaders are making the case of why the party should turn their way.
www.newsweek.com
November 25, 2025 at 6:51 PM
As chaos ensues in DC, the states are where real and meaningful progress can be made for Americans. State Dems have won and overperformed in elections all year. And we have a plan to keep winning in 2026.
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At the state legislative level, we need to get our candidates out in their communities as soon as possible. In order to do that, @thedlcc.bsky.social makes sure they have strong campaign infrastructure – staff, plans, and tools to ensure they can be successful.
State Democrats extend influence over party amid turmoil in DC
As D.C. Democrats struggle to counter Trump, state leaders are making the case of why the party should turn their way.
www.newsweek.com
November 25, 2025 at 9:49 PM
At the state legislative level, we need to get our candidates out in their communities as soon as possible. In order to do that, @thedlcc.bsky.social makes sure they have strong campaign infrastructure – staff, plans, and tools to ensure they can be successful.
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NEW: FBI and DOJ officials have contacted the U.S. Capitol Police to arrange interviews with six Democratic lawmakers who urged military personnel to refuse “illegal orders.” @nicollewallace.bsky.social reports.
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November 25, 2025 at 9:25 PM
NEW: FBI and DOJ officials have contacted the U.S. Capitol Police to arrange interviews with six Democratic lawmakers who urged military personnel to refuse “illegal orders.” @nicollewallace.bsky.social reports.
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A great quote for those of us in the older generations:
"Maybe that’s what older generations don’t quite see yet: young people aren’t asking for anything radical. We’re just asking for the space to build our lives — and maybe even dream a little, too."
"Maybe that’s what older generations don’t quite see yet: young people aren’t asking for anything radical. We’re just asking for the space to build our lives — and maybe even dream a little, too."
November 25, 2025 at 2:23 PM
A great quote for those of us in the older generations:
"Maybe that’s what older generations don’t quite see yet: young people aren’t asking for anything radical. We’re just asking for the space to build our lives — and maybe even dream a little, too."
"Maybe that’s what older generations don’t quite see yet: young people aren’t asking for anything radical. We’re just asking for the space to build our lives — and maybe even dream a little, too."
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One of my favorite by-products of a Democratic wave:
Post-game finger-pointing and recriminations amongst Republicans.
The knives are OUT in Virginia!
virginiamercury.com/2025/11/24/w...
Post-game finger-pointing and recriminations amongst Republicans.
The knives are OUT in Virginia!
virginiamercury.com/2025/11/24/w...
‘We’re toast’: Virginia GOP erupts in finger-pointing after sweeping Democratic wins • Virginia Mercury
Rick Buchanan didn’t expect to walk out before the first session even ended.The chair of the 5th Congressional District GOP Committee had arrived at the Donald W. Huffman Advance — the Republican Part...
virginiamercury.com
November 25, 2025 at 6:20 PM
One of my favorite by-products of a Democratic wave:
Post-game finger-pointing and recriminations amongst Republicans.
The knives are OUT in Virginia!
virginiamercury.com/2025/11/24/w...
Post-game finger-pointing and recriminations amongst Republicans.
The knives are OUT in Virginia!
virginiamercury.com/2025/11/24/w...
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BREAKING MS NOW:
Trump is considering removing Kash Patel as FBI director in the coming months, as he and his top aides have grown increasingly frustrated by the unflattering headlines Patel has recently generated, according to three people with knowledge of the situation.
Trump is considering removing Kash Patel as FBI director in the coming months, as he and his top aides have grown increasingly frustrated by the unflattering headlines Patel has recently generated, according to three people with knowledge of the situation.
President Trump may have had enough of Kash Patel, according to sources
The president is weighing whether to oust the FBI director after scrutiny of Patel's stewardship of bureau resources, including his girlfriend’s security detail and use of a government jet.
www.ms.now
November 25, 2025 at 7:10 PM
BREAKING MS NOW:
Trump is considering removing Kash Patel as FBI director in the coming months, as he and his top aides have grown increasingly frustrated by the unflattering headlines Patel has recently generated, according to three people with knowledge of the situation.
Trump is considering removing Kash Patel as FBI director in the coming months, as he and his top aides have grown increasingly frustrated by the unflattering headlines Patel has recently generated, according to three people with knowledge of the situation.
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🚨BREAKING: Wisconsin Supreme Court APPOINTS three-judge panel to hear lawsuit brought by my law firm on behalf of voters seeking new congressional boundaries in time for the 2026 election. www.democracydocket.com/cases/wiscon...
🚨 Bothfeld v. Wisconsin Elections Commission
Learn more.
www.democracydocket.com
November 25, 2025 at 7:21 PM
🚨BREAKING: Wisconsin Supreme Court APPOINTS three-judge panel to hear lawsuit brought by my law firm on behalf of voters seeking new congressional boundaries in time for the 2026 election. www.democracydocket.com/cases/wiscon...
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BREAKING NEWS: MS NOW EXCLUSIVE | Trump is weighing the ouster of Kash Patel, according to sources.
READ MORE HERE: www.ms.now/news/trump-k...
READ MORE HERE: www.ms.now/news/trump-k...
November 25, 2025 at 7:37 PM
BREAKING NEWS: MS NOW EXCLUSIVE | Trump is weighing the ouster of Kash Patel, according to sources.
READ MORE HERE: www.ms.now/news/trump-k...
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Given she just signed off on federal occupation in DC, Bowser was not going to win anyways 🤷🏾♀️
DC Mayor Muriel Bowser announces she will not seek a fourth term
November 25, 2025 at 7:48 PM
Given she just signed off on federal occupation in DC, Bowser was not going to win anyways 🤷🏾♀️
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As Thanksgiving approaches, don’t forget:
❌ Trump fought all the way to the Supreme Court to deny families from putting food on the table this month.
❌ Illinois Republicans ripped food assistance away from 360,000 Illinoisans.
This is not leadership – it’s cruelty.
❌ Trump fought all the way to the Supreme Court to deny families from putting food on the table this month.
❌ Illinois Republicans ripped food assistance away from 360,000 Illinoisans.
This is not leadership – it’s cruelty.
November 25, 2025 at 7:58 PM
As Thanksgiving approaches, don’t forget:
❌ Trump fought all the way to the Supreme Court to deny families from putting food on the table this month.
❌ Illinois Republicans ripped food assistance away from 360,000 Illinoisans.
This is not leadership – it’s cruelty.
❌ Trump fought all the way to the Supreme Court to deny families from putting food on the table this month.
❌ Illinois Republicans ripped food assistance away from 360,000 Illinoisans.
This is not leadership – it’s cruelty.
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BREAKING: Indiana Senate GOP leaders now say they’ll reconvene Dec. 8 to consider a new congressional map, a reversal that preserves Trump’s push for more Republican seats ahead of the 2026 midterm.
https://bit.ly/4rfBT13
https://bit.ly/4rfBT13
Facing Threats and Intimidation, Indiana Republicans Will Vote on Redistricting
Read more here.
www.democracydocket.com
November 25, 2025 at 7:44 PM
BREAKING: Indiana Senate GOP leaders now say they’ll reconvene Dec. 8 to consider a new congressional map, a reversal that preserves Trump’s push for more Republican seats ahead of the 2026 midterm.
https://bit.ly/4rfBT13
https://bit.ly/4rfBT13
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Trump is threatening to ban vote-by-mail and state Dems are ready to put up a fight! The Dem-controlled Nevada legislature just passed a resolution to enshrine universal mail-in ballots in the state constitution.
Democrats pass resolution to enshrine universal mail-in ballots into constitution • Nevada Current
State lawmakers for the second time in two days opted to advance their own priority issue during a special session called by the governor, passing a resolution to enshrine universal mail-in ballots in...
nevadacurrent.com
November 25, 2025 at 8:08 PM
Trump is threatening to ban vote-by-mail and state Dems are ready to put up a fight! The Dem-controlled Nevada legislature just passed a resolution to enshrine universal mail-in ballots in the state constitution.
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Big MSNOW scoop:
After months of scandal, embarrassment and incompetence, Trump is thinking about firing Kash Patel.
Maybe these leaks are a warning shot to tell Kash to get his act together.
But he is apparently on thin ice.
www.ms.now/news/trump-k...
After months of scandal, embarrassment and incompetence, Trump is thinking about firing Kash Patel.
Maybe these leaks are a warning shot to tell Kash to get his act together.
But he is apparently on thin ice.
www.ms.now/news/trump-k...
President Trump may have had enough of Kash Patel, according to sources
The president is weighing whether to oust the FBI director after scrutiny of Patel's stewardship of bureau resources, including his girlfriend’s security detail and use of a government jet.
www.ms.now
November 25, 2025 at 7:10 PM
Big MSNOW scoop:
After months of scandal, embarrassment and incompetence, Trump is thinking about firing Kash Patel.
Maybe these leaks are a warning shot to tell Kash to get his act together.
But he is apparently on thin ice.
www.ms.now/news/trump-k...
After months of scandal, embarrassment and incompetence, Trump is thinking about firing Kash Patel.
Maybe these leaks are a warning shot to tell Kash to get his act together.
But he is apparently on thin ice.
www.ms.now/news/trump-k...
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Really solid Generic Ballot from YouGov/Economist today.
My hunch is Trump's approval is going to start aligning pretty well with the GOP's number on the Generic Ballot. We've seen it a few times already now....
My hunch is Trump's approval is going to start aligning pretty well with the GOP's number on the Generic Ballot. We've seen it a few times already now....
Economist/YouGov poll
Trump approval
Approve 38%
Disapprove 57%
Generic ballot 2026
🔵 Democratic 39%
🔴 Republicans 32%
11/21-11/24
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Trump approval
Approve 38%
Disapprove 57%
Generic ballot 2026
🔵 Democratic 39%
🔴 Republicans 32%
11/21-11/24
d3nkl3psvxxpe9.cloudfront.net/documents/ec...
d3nkl3psvxxpe9.cloudfront.net
November 25, 2025 at 2:51 PM
Really solid Generic Ballot from YouGov/Economist today.
My hunch is Trump's approval is going to start aligning pretty well with the GOP's number on the Generic Ballot. We've seen it a few times already now....
My hunch is Trump's approval is going to start aligning pretty well with the GOP's number on the Generic Ballot. We've seen it a few times already now....
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Wow — Senators Van Hollen, Smith, Murphy, Sanders, Warren, Markey, Merkley, Heinrich have created an official internal "Fight Club."
They're challenging Schumer & Gillibrand's leadership, arguing the party is using an old, corporate-friendly playbook insufficient to take on Trump or win elections.
They're challenging Schumer & Gillibrand's leadership, arguing the party is using an old, corporate-friendly playbook insufficient to take on Trump or win elections.
Chuck Schumer Faces Pushback From a ‘Fight Club’ of Senate Democrats
www.nytimes.com
November 25, 2025 at 3:39 AM
Wow — Senators Van Hollen, Smith, Murphy, Sanders, Warren, Markey, Merkley, Heinrich have created an official internal "Fight Club."
They're challenging Schumer & Gillibrand's leadership, arguing the party is using an old, corporate-friendly playbook insufficient to take on Trump or win elections.
They're challenging Schumer & Gillibrand's leadership, arguing the party is using an old, corporate-friendly playbook insufficient to take on Trump or win elections.
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Young people feel like we've lost agency over our lives. We can't *really* pick where to live, or whether to change jobs, or how many kids to have -- the cost of living makes us feel trapped.
Younger candidates can powerfully speak to that emotional truth. talkingpointsmemo.com/cafe/young-c...
Younger candidates can powerfully speak to that emotional truth. talkingpointsmemo.com/cafe/young-c...
Young Candidates Can Speak to the Affordability Crisis Because They’re Living It
This article is part of TPM Cafe, TPM’s home for opinion and...
talkingpointsmemo.com
November 25, 2025 at 2:17 PM
Young people feel like we've lost agency over our lives. We can't *really* pick where to live, or whether to change jobs, or how many kids to have -- the cost of living makes us feel trapped.
Younger candidates can powerfully speak to that emotional truth. talkingpointsmemo.com/cafe/young-c...
Younger candidates can powerfully speak to that emotional truth. talkingpointsmemo.com/cafe/young-c...
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New from me in @talkingpointsmemo.com: The generational divide of our moment isn’t about partisanship or social issues. It’s about how differently each generation experiences what it takes to build a good life.
talkingpointsmemo.com/cafe/young-c...
talkingpointsmemo.com/cafe/young-c...
Young Candidates Can Speak to the Affordability Crisis Because They’re Living It
This article is part of TPM Cafe, TPM’s home for opinion and...
talkingpointsmemo.com
November 25, 2025 at 1:47 PM
New from me in @talkingpointsmemo.com: The generational divide of our moment isn’t about partisanship or social issues. It’s about how differently each generation experiences what it takes to build a good life.
talkingpointsmemo.com/cafe/young-c...
talkingpointsmemo.com/cafe/young-c...
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Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said immigration agents haven’t arrested or detained U.S. citizens. But dozens of lawsuits, news reports and DHS statements show otherwise.
Immigration agents have detained dozens of US citizens
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said immigration agents haven’t arrested or detained U.S. citizens. But dozens of lawsuits, news reports and DHS statements show otherwise.
buff.ly
November 25, 2025 at 1:02 PM
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said immigration agents haven’t arrested or detained U.S. citizens. But dozens of lawsuits, news reports and DHS statements show otherwise.
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The BS charges against AG Tish James have been DISMISSED by a judge. Donald Trump cannot abuse the justice system to prosecute those who hold him accountable.
www.washingtonpost.com/national-sec...
www.washingtonpost.com/national-sec...
Justice Dept. weighs appeal options after judge tosses Comey, James cases
The decision disqualifying Lindsey Halligan as interim U.S. attorney sets back President Donald Trump’s efforts to use the Justice Department to target perceived rivals.
www.washingtonpost.com
November 25, 2025 at 1:05 PM
The BS charges against AG Tish James have been DISMISSED by a judge. Donald Trump cannot abuse the justice system to prosecute those who hold him accountable.
www.washingtonpost.com/national-sec...
www.washingtonpost.com/national-sec...
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Officially moving to Chicago tomorrow. I assume JB Pritzker will be waiting for me at the airport
November 24, 2025 at 1:04 AM
Officially moving to Chicago tomorrow. I assume JB Pritzker will be waiting for me at the airport
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Election Day is a week away and @aftynbehn.bsky.social has all the momentum. No matter where you live, you can help us flip a deep-red district and shrink Mike Johnson’s tiny majority: www.mobilize.us/indivisible/...
The Tennessee race that suddenly has Trump world nervous
Democrat Aftyn Behn is putting up a fight.
www.motherjones.com
November 25, 2025 at 1:45 PM
Election Day is a week away and @aftynbehn.bsky.social has all the momentum. No matter where you live, you can help us flip a deep-red district and shrink Mike Johnson’s tiny majority: www.mobilize.us/indivisible/...
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OPINION by @pbump.com:
“Marjorie Taylor Greene’s resignation is significant because it highlighted something that has mostly been whispered in right-wing conversations over the 12 months since Trump’s reelection: What happens once Trump is gone?”
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www.ms.now/opinion/marj...
“Marjorie Taylor Greene’s resignation is significant because it highlighted something that has mostly been whispered in right-wing conversations over the 12 months since Trump’s reelection: What happens once Trump is gone?”
READ MORE:
www.ms.now/opinion/marj...
Opinion | What MTG’s resignation says about the post-Trump GOP
When Trump finally leaves the stage, six different MAGA coalitions will vie for influence in the Republican Party, says Philip Bump.
www.ms.now
November 25, 2025 at 1:46 PM
OPINION by @pbump.com:
“Marjorie Taylor Greene’s resignation is significant because it highlighted something that has mostly been whispered in right-wing conversations over the 12 months since Trump’s reelection: What happens once Trump is gone?”
READ MORE:
www.ms.now/opinion/marj...
“Marjorie Taylor Greene’s resignation is significant because it highlighted something that has mostly been whispered in right-wing conversations over the 12 months since Trump’s reelection: What happens once Trump is gone?”
READ MORE:
www.ms.now/opinion/marj...
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2026 needs to be a year in which Democrats in every state - even the reddest of red states - are given reason to be excited and energized and inspired to vote.
Doug Jones will do exactly that in Alabama.
I’m looking forward to other candidates who will do the same.
Doug Jones will do exactly that in Alabama.
I’m looking forward to other candidates who will do the same.
So I’ve made it official folks: I’ve filed the paperwork to run for Governor of Alabama. It’s time to remind this state of who we are and what we can accomplish together.
#DougForAlabama
#DougForAlabama
November 25, 2025 at 7:02 AM
2026 needs to be a year in which Democrats in every state - even the reddest of red states - are given reason to be excited and energized and inspired to vote.
Doug Jones will do exactly that in Alabama.
I’m looking forward to other candidates who will do the same.
Doug Jones will do exactly that in Alabama.
I’m looking forward to other candidates who will do the same.