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The US Constitution guarantees due process.

Donald Trump is eroding it in real time – we must fight back to restore the balance of power.

Today, I’m announcing a series of measures against El Salvador for aiding his unconstitutional deportation scheme.
Democratic Governor Moves To Boycott El Salvador For Aiding Trump
Illinois Gov. J.B. Prtizker is ordering the state's pension funds and procurement agencies to review any investments in the Latin American country.
www.huffpost.com
April 23, 2025 at 8:52 PM
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Today marks Yom HaShoah — the day of remembrance for the six million Jewish lives who were murdered during the Holocaust.

It’s our responsibility together to fight the rise of antisemitism, bigotry, and hatred wherever it is found.

Never again means never again.
April 24, 2025 at 12:55 AM
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There are no words for the kind of evil that appeared on the Fourth of July in Highland Park.

No courtroom could ever replace the lives lost, but it can and should deliver justice.

Today's sentencing will allow survivors and the loved ones of those impacted to continue to heal.
Highland Park shooter Robert Crimo III gets life in prison
Judge Victoria Rossetti told a courtroom full of survivors of the 2022 attack that Crimo would serve seven life sentences, one after another.
chicago.suntimes.com
April 24, 2025 at 5:39 PM
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We are building an engine of opportunity in Illinois — one that leads with good jobs, a cleaner environment, and stronger communities.

The launch of TCCI's Clean Energy Innovation Hub is more than just an opening, it’s about a long-term return on investment for Central Illinois.
April 24, 2025 at 8:13 PM
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Donald Trump's tariffs are the largest tax hike in US history on working families.

The State of Illinois is suing his administration to stop his illegal policy that's brought chaos to our households and economy.

Thankful for the Illinois Attorney General fighting back.
Illinois among 12 states suing Trump administration to stop tariff policy
Illinois is among a dozen states that sued the Trump administration in the U.S. Court of International Trade in New York on Wednesday to stop its tariff policy, saying it is unlawful and has brought c...
abc7chicago.com
April 25, 2025 at 12:13 AM
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April 25, 2025 at 7:43 PM
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Earth Day is a chance for us to recommit our focus to preserving and protecting the environment.

That work never stops in Illinois.

And thanks to partners like Green Era with their new campus, we can continue to lead as an example of community redevelopment and sustainability.
April 26, 2025 at 5:06 PM
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We've delivered the boldest climate action in Illinois' history — reducing carbon emissions, removing air pollutants, all while making smart investments in sustainability and renewable energy.

We won't wait around for this White House when it comes to real climate leadership.
April 26, 2025 at 7:31 PM
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On the 60th anniversary of Medicaid, I'm reflecting upon the millions across Illinois who depend on these life-saving services.

I'll continue to fight to protect it even as Donald Trump and Congressional Republicans attempt to cut funding.
Illinois marks 60 years of Medicaid
Illinois leaders are marking the anniversary of Medicaid by recognizing its importance to millions in the state and highlighting why they see cuts to the program as dangerous.
www.wrex.com
April 27, 2025 at 4:52 PM
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Tyranny requires your fear, your silence, and your compliance.

Democracy requires your courage.
February 20, 2025 at 2:14 AM
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Fighting for a world with more howls 🐺
April 11, 2025 at 1:22 AM
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Republicans would rather bankrupt your grandma and gut healthcare than just tax the damn billionaires.
April 10, 2025 at 9:15 PM
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Fear has a way of being contagious.

But courage is also contagious.
April 7, 2025 at 3:53 PM
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Cry more
March 30, 2025 at 2:07 AM
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This continues to be the biggest story in the country: DOGE has already squandered half a trillion dollars in 6 weeks. Not billion. half a trillion, $500 billion talkingpointsmemo.com/edblog/irs-p...
IRS Predicts DOGE Lost Half a Trillion Dollars for the USA
The Post reports today that the IRS’ internal projections estimate that the...
talkingpointsmemo.com
March 24, 2025 at 3:20 PM
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I mean very obviously Hegseth should resign, and if it were a Democratic administration this would be quickly be a consensus position.
March 24, 2025 at 8:51 PM
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Pete Hegseth must resign or be fired immediately.
March 25, 2025 at 9:27 PM
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We will not be distracted.
We will not be discouraged.
We’ve got our eyes on the prize.

And we will build the prosperous, free nation for all that we deserve.

The time to organize is now.

OcasioCortez.com
March 28, 2025 at 7:35 PM
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🔑 under-discussed point — why they were on signal:
March 25, 2025 at 11:59 AM
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50 years of GOP propagandizing can kill you
Trump and Musk want you sicker so they can be richer
Why we must move the debate from "government spending" to "Elon and Donald's looting."
thelastbillionaires.com
March 25, 2025 at 1:53 PM
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Collins: Do you think someone should be fired over this?

Buttigieg: Absolutely… if there’s not accountability for a screw up like this, especially from a president who used to fire people on television for sport, what are we even doing here..
March 25, 2025 at 1:46 AM
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Republicans hate DEI hires, but have no problem with a DUI hire like Pete Hegseth.
March 25, 2025 at 1:55 PM
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Pritzker: The question I ask is: if you’re willing to hand the keys to Europe over to Putin, what’s next? How does the US retain its leadership in the world when he’s essentially retreating to our own borders? He’s even made enemies of the Canadians—I can’t imagine anything more telling than that.
March 21, 2025 at 7:29 PM