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demsocialists.bsky.social
“I’m tired of feeling powerless. Joining DSA is the most effective way to get organized. DSA chapters across the country build strong communities and campaign for candidates who stand for working people against oligarchs. I want to be a part of it!” — North Carolina dsausa.org/join
Protect Trans Rights and Bodily Autonomy. Abolish ICE. Elect socialists. Unionize workers. Free Gaza. Fight Fascism. End Capitalism. 80,000 strong. DSA logo. Photo of Savannah DSA members at a demonstration.
June 23, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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mhvdsa.bsky.social
This May Day, we hit the streets of Newburgh with Amazon workers, farmworkers, postal workers, teachers, and immigrant organizers, all rising up for justice on the job and in our communities.
The image depicts a group of people participating in a rally or protest. The group consists of diverse individuals, some seated on a stone ledge and others standing behind them. They hold various signs and banners, including a prominent red banner reading "Mid Hudson Valley DSA" with a logo. Below them, a large white sheet with "WORKER POWER!" written in bold red letters hangs down the stone wall. Individuals hold signs with messages such as "Si Se Puede," "There Are No Borders On the Worker’s Struggle," "Worker Power," and "Union Strong." The scene is set outdoors on a sunny day with tall trees and a clear blue sky in the background. Some participants raise their fists, indicating solidarity.
May 1, 2025 at 11:00 PM
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demsocialists.bsky.social
"Their goal is to demoralize you. Their goal is to scare you out of action. Their goal is to bully you out of standing up for what is right for the working class of the world. But we are not defeated."

National Co-Chair @ahsheek.bsky.social at yesterday's March for Palestine in DC.
National DSA Co-Chair, Ashik Siddique, speaks at the March for Palestine in Washington DC. April 5th, 2025. Photo by Wyatt Souers
April 6, 2025 at 6:11 PM
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mhvdsa.bsky.social
Chuck is backed by $$$. We are backed by each other. Let’s build a way out of this nightmare. Join DSA & get involved 🌹

➡️ MHVDSA.org/join
March 19, 2025 at 9:16 PM
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mhvdsa.bsky.social
We had a blast collecting tons of signatures with our candidate Giselle Martinez last weekend!🚀 Newburgh’s Ward 1 residents were eager to talk to us about the issues that matter most to them, like clean water, beautiful public parks, and fare-free public transportation. 🚰🌳🚌
The image shows a diverse group of eleven people posing outdoors on a brick-paved area, possibly a park or public square, with leafless trees and residential buildings in the background. The group is dressed warmly, suggesting a cool weather setting. They are standing and kneeling in two rows, holding clipboards and flyers. Most members are smiling, creating a sense of camaraderie. Several flyers prominently display an image and text, although details are not clearly visible. The sunlight casts shadows on the ground, indicating the picture was taken on a sunny day.
March 5, 2025 at 11:40 PM
leanna-aaa.bsky.social
If you’re looking for hope and inspiration right now, hit the streets with @mhvdsa.bsky.social this Saturday!

A better world is within our reach if we organize for it. We can all start by talking to people we know + people we don’t know 😉

actionnetwork.org/events/daniel-atonna-campaign-canvass-day
mhvdsa.bsky.social Mid-Hudson Valley DSA @mhvdsa.bsky.social · Mar 4
Join us this Saturday in Poughkeepsie for the BIG petitioning kickoff with @danielatonna.bsky.social! 💥 We'll be knocking doors, collecting signatures and building power in Poughkeepsie's Ward 8. Launch at 11am. Stick around for the social after! RSVP for address: bit.ly/mhvdsacampai...
The image shows a group of six people outdoors, standing together and holding pamphlets. The background features a bright blue sky, leafless trees, and a few houses. The individuals are dressed warmly in coats and winter accessories like hats, scarves, and gloves. Each person holds a pamphlet with a cover featuring a photograph of a man and text. One individual in the foreground is giving a thumbs-up. The setting appears to be a residential area with utility poles and visible vehicles.
March 4, 2025 at 3:51 PM
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mhvdsa.bsky.social
2025 is a big year for local elections! Our socialist electeds have been leading the charge for affordable housing, stronger tenant protections, and a ceasefire and arms embargo. Now, we’re fighting to reelect Giselle Martinez to Newburgh's City Council to represent Ward 1!
The image is a promotional graphic with a red background featuring a call to action for a petitioning kickoff event. On the right side, there is a monochrome image of a woman with long dark hair, smiling with her arms crossed. On the left, there is a large illustrated rose with green leaves. At the top, in bold yellow and white text, it says, "LET'S KNOCK SOME DOORS! Petitioning Kickoff with Giselle!" Below this, it reads, "SAT MAR 1 @ 10AM, NEWBURGH," followed by details regarding the event's purpose. At the bottom, a yellow box contains the text "RSVP for address: mhvdsa.org/giselle-kickoff." A circular logo at the top right corner displays "MID HUDSON VALLEY DSA" encircling two hands shaking under a rose motif.
February 26, 2025 at 7:07 PM
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mhvdsa.bsky.social
MHVDSA’s Skill Share Initiative kicked off to a great start as members organized to help install a series of storage shelves in two members' home. 🛠️ 🌹
This image shows a group of six people posing indoors. They are all smiling and appear relaxed. The group is positioned in a cluttered area with shelving on the left and various items stored on the shelves. The background includes some boxes and containers. Four people are standing at the back, while two others are kneeling at the front. They display a sense of camaraderie, with some raising a fist. One person is wearing a white face mask. The lighting is warm, providing a cozy feel to the scene. The image shows a group of four people assembling shelves in a room. Two individuals are kneeling on the floor: one is holding a shelf in place while the other uses a power drill. Another person is standing, securing the top shelf. A woman is sitting on the floor, smiling while assisting with the assembly. The shelves are lined with canned goods and storage baskets. The room has a bright, natural appearance with a light tiled floor and a ladder leaning in the corner.
February 27, 2025 at 4:15 PM
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mhvdsa.bsky.social
Fire Elon Musk, not federal workers!

Yesterday we rallied in Newburgh in support of federal workers, who deliver our mail, keep our parks open, ensure we have safe food and water, and so much more.
A group of people stands on the front steps of a United States Post Office building, characterized by a brick facade and a prominent white stone entrance. Two large black street lamps flank the group, which is holding various protest signs. The steps are covered with light snow. The participants display a variety of expressions, from smiles to serious looks, with some wearing winter clothing like coats and hats. The signs they hold include phrases like "Support Federal Workers," "Fire Elon," and "Fight the F/Elon," indicating a protest against a prominent individual named Elon.
February 20, 2025 at 10:01 PM
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mhvdsa.bsky.social
Yesterday, our chapter members rallied with @sarahanaforassembly in Albany to launch the Rent Emergency Stabilization Act (REST Act), a bill that will make it much easier for upstate municipalities to adopt rent stabilization.
The image shows a diverse group of people gathered on the steps of a building, seemingly for a protest or a rally. They are holding various signs advocating for housing rights. The individuals are wearing casual attire, with some wearing winter hats, indicating a possible cold climate. In the foreground, a woman stands at a podium, speaking into a microphone. To her left, a man in a gray suit stands with his hands clasped. Architectural details, such as ornate columns and stonework, frame the scene, suggesting a historic or governmental building. The group appears engaged and attentive.
February 12, 2025 at 5:15 PM
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mhvdsa.bsky.social
Fend off the Sunday scaries with some bonding and banter with your favorite socialists. Join us in Beacon this Sunday for our first Solidarity Circle!
RSVP 🔗 actionnetwork.org/events/beaco...
The image is a graphic invitation for an event called the "Beacon Solidarity Circle". It has a black and light peach color scheme. At the top left, bold black text reads "BEACON SOLIDARITY CIRCLE". Below, in bold red text, it reads, "JOIN US FOR FUN TIMES IN BEACON! CHIT CHAT? SOCIALISM? BONDING? WE HAVE IT ALL". On the right side, there is a stylized illustration of two hands clinking glasses, outlined in red. A prominent red rose with green leaves is placed in the top right corner, partially overlapping the image. A similar rose appears at the bottom left next to a circular black and white logo that includes the text “MID-HUDSON VALLEY DSA”. At the bottom right, event details in bold black text read, "SUN 2/9, 1:00PM HUDSON VALLEY BREWERY 7 EAST MAIN STREET, BEACON". Below it, in red text, it states "RSVP LINK IN BIO".
February 6, 2025 at 8:13 PM
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socialists.nyc
We won’t forget:
@nyulangone.bsky.social’s cowardly assault on trans healthcare is just one part of a right-wing campaign that’s also targeting our immigrant communities, our entire healthcare system, and ALL our human rights 2/3
February 5, 2025 at 3:10 AM
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socialists.nyc
Last night thousands of New Yorkers turned up on a moment’s notice to demand @nyulangone.bsky.social stop cutting off healthcare to trans youth.

As more and more hospitals capitulate to authoritarian attacks on our healthcare system, we know this fight is just beginning 1/3
A person wearing a red sweatshirt that reads "New York City Democratic Socialists of America" speaks into a microphone at a nighttime gathering. A Lebanese flag is visible in the background, along with city buildings and blurred lights. A protest scene with a speaker addressing the crowd using a microphone. The audience is filled with protesters, some holding signs, and media personnel capturing the event. A banner reading "New York City Democratic Socialists of America" is visible in the background. A large crowd at a nighttime protest, many holding signs. A prominent sign in the foreground has the transgender flag colors and reads, "Gender affirming care saves lives." Other signs are partially visible in the background, with a mix of text and illustrations. A close-up of a sign held at a nighttime protest. The sign has the colors of the transgender flag (blue, pink, and white) and reads, "Gender affirming care saves lives." The background shows blurred lights and the outline of a brightly lit tower in purple.
February 5, 2025 at 3:10 AM
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mhvdsa.bsky.social
50 people showed up in Kingston last night to support replacing Central Hudson with public power. We've got dozens more localities to go.
Join our next orientation on Feb 19th: bit.ly/hvpa-101
📬 Email us to organize: ecosocialism@mhvdsa.org 📬
The image features a group of people standing together, smiling, and holding various protest signs. The background is bright with a large yellow graphic resembling an explosion or burst. At the top, bold text overlays the image, saying "WE DID IT, KINGSTON! RESOLUTION TO SUPPORT THE HUDSON VALLEY POWER AUTHORITY PASSES 8-0" with significant parts in red and black. On the right side is a circular logo with the text "HUDSON VALLEY DSA" surrounding an image of a red rose over water. The protest signs held by the group include messages such as "STOP THE PIPELINE," "POWER FOR THE PEOPLE," "PEOPLE OVER PROFIT," "WE NEED ENERGY DEMOCRACY," and "PUBLIC PRIVATE POWER." The individuals are highlighted with yellow outlines.
February 5, 2025 at 3:30 PM
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mhvdsa.bsky.social
If you're a queer person or ally in search of warmth, a sense of belonging, and other like-minded people, join us for our Queer Solidarity Social at Happy Valley in Beacon this Saturday!
Members and non-members are welcome!

RSVP 🔗 actionnetwork.org/events/queer...
The image features a group of people standing closely together in the foreground, appearing in black and white. They are arranged in a semi-circle and most are smiling. The background is colorful, featuring a rainbow with hues of purple, blue, green, yellow, orange, and red. In the center of the image, there's a white cloud-like shape overlay with bold red and black text. On the right side, towards the center, is a circular logo in red and white, depicting a rose and a hand that reads "MID HUDSON VALLEY DSA." Below the people, a red, rounded rectangular banner contains event information in white text: QUEER SOLIDARITY SOCIAL MID HUDSON VALLEY DSA SAT. 2/8, 12:00PM HAPPY VALLEY, BEACON RSVP LINK IN BIO!
February 5, 2025 at 5:42 PM
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mhvdsa.bsky.social
It's a new week, but the same struggles! Hope to see you at one of our weekly meetings. Not a member? You know the drill: JOIN US! act.dsausa.org/donate/membe...
The image is a promotional graphic for upcoming meetings from the Mid-Hudson Valley DSA. It features a dark background with a red circle on the left showing a silhouette of a person holding a megaphone. To the right, in bold white text, are the words "MID-HUDSON VALLEY DSA MEETINGS THIS WEEK." Beneath this header are details of meetings: WED FEB 5 ENDORSEMENT COMMITTEE: CANDIDATES FORUM. ZOOM, 7PM. MEMBERS ONLY. THURS FEB 6 ECO-SOCIALISM WORKING GROUP BI-WEEKLY MEETING. ZOOM, 8PM. MEMBERS ONLY. SUN FEB 9 GREEN SOCIAL HOUSING CAMPAIGN LAUNCH CALL! 3PM. RSVP HOUSING@MHVDSA.ORG FOR ZOOM LINK. SUN FEB 9 LABOR WORKING GROUP BI-WEEKLY MEETING. ZOOM, 7PM. MEMBERS ONLY. NOT A MEMBER? JOIN DSA: ACT.DSAUSA.ORG/DONATE/MEMBERSHIP A realistic red rose illustration is at the bottom right, and below is a call to action with website information for joining the DSA.
February 3, 2025 at 8:23 PM
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danielatonna.bsky.social
My name is Daniel Atonna. I'm running for City of Poughkeepsie Common Council in Ward 8, where I live and grew up. I'm a union member and community organizer who will always put Poughkeepsie over profit 🌹 I'll be in the Democratic primary on June 24. danielforpk.com
My campaign logo. It says “Daniel Atonna for Poughkeepsie Ward 8” with a drawing of a red rose. A photo of me outside in the Poughkeepsie Ward 8.
January 24, 2025 at 3:37 PM
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dannyvaldes.bsky.social
We sent 2,600 letters to Biden, held constituent visits with our reps, made countless phone calls and gathered over 50 signatures from politicians and unions like @uaw.org pressuring Biden to lift the SSOT. And we WON. There is nothing like the power of solidarity!
dsacuba.bsky.social DSA Cuba Solidarity @dsacuba.bsky.social · Jan 14
A victory for the Cuban people and the Cuba solidarity movement! The Biden admin has taken the long overdue step of removing #Cuba from the State Sponsors of Terror list.
January 17, 2025 at 6:47 AM
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dannyvaldes.bsky.social
Today marks 9 days until Trump takes office again. 9 days before leaving office last time, he imposed devastating sanctions on #Cuba, triggering a humanitarian crisis. What will Biden do with his 9 days left?
thehill.com/latino/50450...
thehill.com
January 12, 2025 at 12:16 AM
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atgenevieve.bsky.social
Here are all the congressional dems who didn't vote against, and all the republicans who didn't vote for, the trans segregation bill banning participation in sports. there can be a lot of reasons for "not voting", including not being there due to health or travel.
January 15, 2025 at 2:09 AM
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danielatonna.bsky.social
Big news! I will be applying to be appointed to the City of Poughkeepsie Common Council representing Ward 8. I'm proud to have the support of my outgoing Councilmember Megan Deichler. I am also exploring a 2025 campaign for this seat. If you live in Poughkeepsie, let's talk!
A photo of Councilmember Megan Deichler and I. We are standing outside on Cedar Avenue in the City of Poughkeepsie Ward 8.
December 3, 2024 at 2:54 PM
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blimpjuice.bsky.social
Alright Bluesky, @publicpowerny.bsky.social spent years passing the first statewide Green New Deal program in history, the Build Public Renewables Act. But now the same ghouls who tried to stop us are trying to stop us from actually building them!

In NY? Bring the pressure!! → bit.ly/nyleadtheway
December 3, 2024 at 4:27 PM
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dannyvaldes.bsky.social
New ✍️ from me! This political moment is full of dread and anxiety, but is also a chance to draw clear lines between liberal platitudes and a socialist vision, and preserving broken systems to building something new. Let's take it on, together. through.blog/2024/11/21/t...
NO WAY OUT BUT THROUGH: Turning Trump’s Wreckage Into Transformation
We cannot afford the luxury of despair or the paralysis of mere reaction in the next four years. Instead, we must meet this moment with boldness, clarity, and unshakable solidarity.
through.blog
November 22, 2024 at 3:23 PM