Ida V. Eskamani
@ida-v-e.bsky.social
happy warrior / tender defender. public policy & sometimes I write about music. junior fellow at the midwest emo revival institute. she/her. views my own.
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🚨TAKE ACTION🚨
In the dead of night, Ron DeSantis ordered part of the Pulse memorial painted over. That’s why we’re calling on everyone in Orlando to show up for a peaceful gathering today at the Pulse Memorial at 6:00pm ET.
#ShowYourRainbow🌈
In the dead of night, Ron DeSantis ordered part of the Pulse memorial painted over. That’s why we’re calling on everyone in Orlando to show up for a peaceful gathering today at the Pulse Memorial at 6:00pm ET.
#ShowYourRainbow🌈
August 21, 2025 at 6:18 PM
🚨TAKE ACTION🚨
In the dead of night, Ron DeSantis ordered part of the Pulse memorial painted over. That’s why we’re calling on everyone in Orlando to show up for a peaceful gathering today at the Pulse Memorial at 6:00pm ET.
#ShowYourRainbow🌈
In the dead of night, Ron DeSantis ordered part of the Pulse memorial painted over. That’s why we’re calling on everyone in Orlando to show up for a peaceful gathering today at the Pulse Memorial at 6:00pm ET.
#ShowYourRainbow🌈
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In the dead of night, Ron DeSantis ordered the rainbow crosswalk at the Pulse memorial painted over — defacing a sacred space in the heart of Orlando that honors the 49 lives stolen in one of the deadliest massacres in U.S. history.
August 21, 2025 at 3:41 PM
In the dead of night, Ron DeSantis ordered the rainbow crosswalk at the Pulse memorial painted over — defacing a sacred space in the heart of Orlando that honors the 49 lives stolen in one of the deadliest massacres in U.S. history.
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While politically connected vendors get astronomically high contracts, just one of them $78 million, people detained in the Everglades are often being fed rotten food, given half a bar of soap, and there’s insufficient medicine. A person with asthma was never given an inhaler.
DeSantis continues to use emergency orders to steer millions of taxpayer dollars to politically connected contractors without a competitive bidding process. Just one company (Critical Response Strategies) involved in the Everglades detention camp got a $78 million contract!
Florida’s disaster pipeline funnels millions to politically connected contractors https://trib.al/a8AnL45
July 20, 2025 at 8:08 PM
While politically connected vendors get astronomically high contracts, just one of them $78 million, people detained in the Everglades are often being fed rotten food, given half a bar of soap, and there’s insufficient medicine. A person with asthma was never given an inhaler.
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Horrific conditions detailed to us by family members of those detained in the Everglades detention camp:
The humidity is intolerable, and the fluorescent lighting is on all day and night. The air conditioning is turned off during the day for five hours.
The humidity is intolerable, and the fluorescent lighting is on all day and night. The air conditioning is turned off during the day for five hours.
July 17, 2025 at 1:58 PM
Horrific conditions detailed to us by family members of those detained in the Everglades detention camp:
The humidity is intolerable, and the fluorescent lighting is on all day and night. The air conditioning is turned off during the day for five hours.
The humidity is intolerable, and the fluorescent lighting is on all day and night. The air conditioning is turned off during the day for five hours.
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If you’re wondering how much public money the state is spending to staff this immigrant detention center in the middle of the Everglades, look no further as we have the contract for CRS (Critical Response Strategy). They are the ones “managing” the facility.
July 15, 2025 at 4:41 PM
If you’re wondering how much public money the state is spending to staff this immigrant detention center in the middle of the Everglades, look no further as we have the contract for CRS (Critical Response Strategy). They are the ones “managing” the facility.
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DACA recipient detained in this ghoulish place 👇
“The narrative is that only violent criminals are being sent to Alligator Alcatraz,” attorney Phillip Arroyo said. “We don’t know why [he was sent there] because he has legal status.”
DACA recipient detained at Alligator Alcatraz, attorney says. ‘We don’t know why’
“The narrative is that only violent criminals are being sent to Alligator Alcatraz,” attorney Phillip Arroyo said. “We don’t know why [he was sent there] because he has legal status.”
bit.ly
July 11, 2025 at 12:49 PM
DACA recipient detained in this ghoulish place 👇
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In a blow to transparency, DHS updated the policy for members of Congress who want to visit immigration detention centers. New guidance asks members to give 72 hours notice. It also says ICE "retains the sole and unreviewable discretion to deny a request.”
DHS issues new policy for members of Congress visiting ICE field offices
The Department of Homeland Security quietly updated the policy for members of Congress who want to visit ICE facilities, prompting outrage from some members.
abc7.com
June 20, 2025 at 10:33 PM
In a blow to transparency, DHS updated the policy for members of Congress who want to visit immigration detention centers. New guidance asks members to give 72 hours notice. It also says ICE "retains the sole and unreviewable discretion to deny a request.”
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NEW ESTIMATES: The policy reported here—adding a state cost-share for #SNAP that ramps up to 22.5%—would impose $23.65 billion in new costs on states just in the first year it's fully phased in. This would likely lead to deep cuts to food assistance. State numbers in link below⤵️
White House wariness tempers GOP plans to share food-aid spending with states
Concerns are mounting about benefit cuts that could hit President Donald Trump’s own voters.
www.politico.com
April 28, 2025 at 8:39 PM
NEW ESTIMATES: The policy reported here—adding a state cost-share for #SNAP that ramps up to 22.5%—would impose $23.65 billion in new costs on states just in the first year it's fully phased in. This would likely lead to deep cuts to food assistance. State numbers in link below⤵️
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We are hitting @thefestfl.bsky.social for our fourth time this year.and just look at that announcement!!!
April 21, 2025 at 11:35 PM
We are hitting @thefestfl.bsky.social for our fourth time this year.and just look at that announcement!!!
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Cities across Florida have the legal ability to outright reject 287g agreements, which deputize police to conduct immigration enforcement. I explain the legality for this in the video below. Of course they need the political will to do it, but they do have the legal cover.
April 4, 2025 at 9:10 PM
Cities across Florida have the legal ability to outright reject 287g agreements, which deputize police to conduct immigration enforcement. I explain the legality for this in the video below. Of course they need the political will to do it, but they do have the legal cover.
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A law rolling back some of the harsh anti-immigrant measures passed in Florida in recent years has been introduced in the state legislature. It would help combat inflation and worker shortages but Republicans who control the legislature won’t give it a hearing. Why are they afraid to hear this law?
Sen. Smith, Rep. Joseph: Protecting Florida’s immigrants fuels diversity, economy | Commentary
The Florida Economic Prosperity and Immigration Act casts an alternative vision for Florida immigrants, emphasizing fairness, economic growth and supporting immigrant communities critical to our ec…
www.orlandosentinel.com
March 23, 2025 at 2:07 PM
A law rolling back some of the harsh anti-immigrant measures passed in Florida in recent years has been introduced in the state legislature. It would help combat inflation and worker shortages but Republicans who control the legislature won’t give it a hearing. Why are they afraid to hear this law?
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Rep. Melanie Stansbury holds a sign reading "This Is Not Normal" before another member rips it out of her hand.
March 5, 2025 at 2:17 AM
Rep. Melanie Stansbury holds a sign reading "This Is Not Normal" before another member rips it out of her hand.
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Trump tariffs could amount to ‘largest tax increase in at least a generation’
Trump tariffs could amount to ‘largest tax increase in at least a generation’, thinktank warns – live
Trump’s tariffs could force households to pay $1,200 annually; commerce chief says tariffs on Canada and Mexico might not be 25% as Trump has been threatening
www.theguardian.com
March 3, 2025 at 2:56 PM
Trump tariffs could amount to ‘largest tax increase in at least a generation’
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Trump's tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China could push up car prices by as much as $12,200. Car parts cross the border multiple times before a car is fully assembled and ready for sale.
Trump's tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China could push up car prices by as much as $12,200
Here's how new tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China could impact car prices for consumers, according to a new analysis.
www.cbsnews.com
March 4, 2025 at 2:41 AM
Trump's tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China could push up car prices by as much as $12,200. Car parts cross the border multiple times before a car is fully assembled and ready for sale.
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New from me: It’s no coincidence that inflation ticked up 3% in January amid tariff threats and harsher immigration enforcement operations. Our economy and supply chains are dependent on immigrant labor. Going after that workforce means higher prices for consumer goods in our supermarkets.
Commentary: Stricter immigration policy hastens Florida labor shortage
It might seem like good politics to present a hard line on immigration at the moment, but it’s bad policy.
www.orlandosentinel.com
February 27, 2025 at 1:44 PM
New from me: It’s no coincidence that inflation ticked up 3% in January amid tariff threats and harsher immigration enforcement operations. Our economy and supply chains are dependent on immigrant labor. Going after that workforce means higher prices for consumer goods in our supermarkets.
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These people are nazis. They don’t even try to hide it so people need to stop making excuses for this shit.
February 21, 2025 at 1:42 AM
These people are nazis. They don’t even try to hide it so people need to stop making excuses for this shit.
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On State of the States with @joesudbay.bsky.social , our focus is fighting back in the states
Joined first by @ida-v-e.bsky.social l from @stateinnovation.bsky.social , then New York State Senator @bradhoylmansigal.bsky.social!
🔊: SiriusXM.us/Progress
Joined first by @ida-v-e.bsky.social l from @stateinnovation.bsky.social , then New York State Senator @bradhoylmansigal.bsky.social!
🔊: SiriusXM.us/Progress
February 8, 2025 at 12:11 AM
On State of the States with @joesudbay.bsky.social , our focus is fighting back in the states
Joined first by @ida-v-e.bsky.social l from @stateinnovation.bsky.social , then New York State Senator @bradhoylmansigal.bsky.social!
🔊: SiriusXM.us/Progress
Joined first by @ida-v-e.bsky.social l from @stateinnovation.bsky.social , then New York State Senator @bradhoylmansigal.bsky.social!
🔊: SiriusXM.us/Progress
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On State of the States, @joesudbay.bsky.social chats with @ida-v-e.bsky.social from @stateinnovation.bsky.social to discuss the organization's work in DeSantis' Florida. Then New York State Senator @bradhoylmansigal.bsky.social on how the NY Dem statehouse is trying to Trump-proof its constituents.
February 7, 2025 at 8:07 PM
On State of the States, @joesudbay.bsky.social chats with @ida-v-e.bsky.social from @stateinnovation.bsky.social to discuss the organization's work in DeSantis' Florida. Then New York State Senator @bradhoylmansigal.bsky.social on how the NY Dem statehouse is trying to Trump-proof its constituents.
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4. This is a crucial conversation, as we envision the fight against corporate dominance in 2025 and beyond.
Join us. Next Wednesday at 2 Central. Registration link is here:
us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Join us. Next Wednesday at 2 Central. Registration link is here:
us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: States and the Future of Antitrust: How State Policymakers Can Take On Monopolies and Rebuild Local Economies in 2025 and Beyond. After registering, you wil...
Join the Institute for Local Self-Reliance (ILSR) and the State Innovation Exchange (SiX), along with leading policymakers, experts, and advocates for a virtual event on how states can strengthen enfo...
us06web.zoom.us
January 7, 2025 at 4:49 PM
4. This is a crucial conversation, as we envision the fight against corporate dominance in 2025 and beyond.
Join us. Next Wednesday at 2 Central. Registration link is here:
us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Join us. Next Wednesday at 2 Central. Registration link is here:
us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
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3. Then, @jdscholten.bsky.social, SiX's @ida-v-e.bsky.social and Tammie Hetrick from the Washington Food Industry Association will talk about what corporate abuse looks like in states and communities, and how local policymakers and enforcers can help ensure fairness and open markets at home.
January 7, 2025 at 4:46 PM
3. Then, @jdscholten.bsky.social, SiX's @ida-v-e.bsky.social and Tammie Hetrick from the Washington Food Industry Association will talk about what corporate abuse looks like in states and communities, and how local policymakers and enforcers can help ensure fairness and open markets at home.
MADAM MAYOR LETS GOOO!!!
Orlando, this morning, I will be filing to run as your next Mayor. I am honored for the opportunity to lead our incredible City Beautiful into the future!
For press– we’ll be holding a media gaggle at 8:30am outside the steps of City Hall. Onward!
For press– we’ll be holding a media gaggle at 8:30am outside the steps of City Hall. Onward!
December 16, 2024 at 1:17 PM
MADAM MAYOR LETS GOOO!!!
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Orlando, this morning, I will be filing to run as your next Mayor. I am honored for the opportunity to lead our incredible City Beautiful into the future!
For press– we’ll be holding a media gaggle at 8:30am outside the steps of City Hall. Onward!
For press– we’ll be holding a media gaggle at 8:30am outside the steps of City Hall. Onward!
December 16, 2024 at 12:52 PM
Orlando, this morning, I will be filing to run as your next Mayor. I am honored for the opportunity to lead our incredible City Beautiful into the future!
For press– we’ll be holding a media gaggle at 8:30am outside the steps of City Hall. Onward!
For press– we’ll be holding a media gaggle at 8:30am outside the steps of City Hall. Onward!