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As Trump and Republicans carry out a fascist takeover of our democracy, we need party leaders who can stand up and fight along every step of the way. We’re committed to supporting the next generation who will take the fight to Trump.
@kenklippenstein.bsky.social said it best. there are massive consequences to the selfish actions of the gerontocracy and we must take the torch if they don't want to pass it. Chip in now to get to work: app.oath.vote/donate?p=nex...
July 3, 2025 at 7:22 PM
@kenklippenstein.bsky.social said it best. there are massive consequences to the selfish actions of the gerontocracy and we must take the torch if they don't want to pass it. Chip in now to get to work: app.oath.vote/donate?p=nex...
As we reckon with this catastrophic bill, and pull out all the stops to slow its progress.....hard to ignore that this would be a whole lot easier if 3 Dem seats weren't open because reps died in office instead of retiring.
July 2, 2025 at 7:45 PM
As we reckon with this catastrophic bill, and pull out all the stops to slow its progress.....hard to ignore that this would be a whole lot easier if 3 Dem seats weren't open because reps died in office instead of retiring.
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tfw you've just stripped healthcare from 17 million Americans and ensured the closure of rural hospitals
July 1, 2025 at 6:38 PM
tfw you've just stripped healthcare from 17 million Americans and ensured the closure of rural hospitals
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It seriously sucks that this monstrosity now goes back to the House, where the margin will be razor thin, and where multiple Democratic seats are empty because the reps chose to try to hold onto power through the bitter end and die in office rather than retire.
July 2, 2025 at 2:28 PM
It seriously sucks that this monstrosity now goes back to the House, where the margin will be razor thin, and where multiple Democratic seats are empty because the reps chose to try to hold onto power through the bitter end and die in office rather than retire.
Dems are showing up and demanding change. The old guard can go gracefully, or face the reckoning thats coming.
Zohran Mamdani stunned former Gov. Andrew Cuomo, who conceded the New York City mayoral primary race to the 33-year-old state lawmaker. trib.al/KfNebEQ
June 25, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Dems are showing up and demanding change. The old guard can go gracefully, or face the reckoning thats coming.
If you're watching the results come in from NYC and feeling that electric hum of change, you're not alone.
We're uprooting the status quo. If folks don't want to pass the torch gracefully, we'll help you take it. Chip in and join us: app.oath.vote/donate?p=nex...
We're uprooting the status quo. If folks don't want to pass the torch gracefully, we'll help you take it. Chip in and join us: app.oath.vote/donate?p=nex...
June 25, 2025 at 2:20 AM
If you're watching the results come in from NYC and feeling that electric hum of change, you're not alone.
We're uprooting the status quo. If folks don't want to pass the torch gracefully, we'll help you take it. Chip in and join us: app.oath.vote/donate?p=nex...
We're uprooting the status quo. If folks don't want to pass the torch gracefully, we'll help you take it. Chip in and join us: app.oath.vote/donate?p=nex...
Ballots are still being counted but it's clear that a huge portion of America's largest city voted for big, bold change over a very broken status quo. That's worth celebrating and noting as we head into more elections. It's time to grab the torch.
a former governor scion of a political dynasty losing to a 33 year old is a world historic crashout
June 25, 2025 at 2:12 AM
Ballots are still being counted but it's clear that a huge portion of America's largest city voted for big, bold change over a very broken status quo. That's worth celebrating and noting as we head into more elections. It's time to grab the torch.
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The death of corrupt, corporate, gaslighting, we-can't-have good-things "centrism" may be nigh.
[I think "centrist" is a meaningless term only used to normalize obstruction.]
[I think "centrist" is a meaningless term only used to normalize obstruction.]
June 25, 2025 at 1:53 AM
The death of corrupt, corporate, gaslighting, we-can't-have good-things "centrism" may be nigh.
[I think "centrist" is a meaningless term only used to normalize obstruction.]
[I think "centrist" is a meaningless term only used to normalize obstruction.]
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The gatekeepers & establishment don't know shit about shit. They are not unbeatable. They are bluffing. Call 'em on it + fight back and they will fold.
June 25, 2025 at 1:47 AM
The gatekeepers & establishment don't know shit about shit. They are not unbeatable. They are bluffing. Call 'em on it + fight back and they will fold.
The old guard has failed to stop Trump -- not once, but twice.
We can’t keep fighting authoritarianism with stale tactics and cautious politics.
It’s time for a new generation of Democrats to lead the fight.
We can’t keep fighting authoritarianism with stale tactics and cautious politics.
It’s time for a new generation of Democrats to lead the fight.
June 24, 2025 at 9:32 PM
The old guard has failed to stop Trump -- not once, but twice.
We can’t keep fighting authoritarianism with stale tactics and cautious politics.
It’s time for a new generation of Democrats to lead the fight.
We can’t keep fighting authoritarianism with stale tactics and cautious politics.
It’s time for a new generation of Democrats to lead the fight.
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The War Powers Resolutions from @rokhanna.bsky.social +
@kaine.senate.gov will create the next “it’s about judgment, unlike my opponent I did not support the Iraq War” line that Obama eviscerated Clinton with in 2008. If you want a future in Dem politics, you want to be on the right side of this.
@kaine.senate.gov will create the next “it’s about judgment, unlike my opponent I did not support the Iraq War” line that Obama eviscerated Clinton with in 2008. If you want a future in Dem politics, you want to be on the right side of this.
June 22, 2025 at 4:16 PM
The War Powers Resolutions from @rokhanna.bsky.social +
@kaine.senate.gov will create the next “it’s about judgment, unlike my opponent I did not support the Iraq War” line that Obama eviscerated Clinton with in 2008. If you want a future in Dem politics, you want to be on the right side of this.
@kaine.senate.gov will create the next “it’s about judgment, unlike my opponent I did not support the Iraq War” line that Obama eviscerated Clinton with in 2008. If you want a future in Dem politics, you want to be on the right side of this.
Now more than ever, we need to confront this problem head on. Time to #PassTheTorch
“American politics would benefit enormously from an institution like the House of Lords—an emeritus track for those who are not vigorous enough for frontline politics anymore but not ready for a quiet retirement either,” @helenlewis.bsky.social writes.
Read more: https://theatln.tc/oJPrahUg
Read more: https://theatln.tc/oJPrahUg
June 23, 2025 at 4:27 PM
Now more than ever, we need to confront this problem head on. Time to #PassTheTorch
It’s easy to feel powerless right now. Tanks in the streets. ICE raids in our cities. And Democratic leaders…tweeting through it.
We can elect a new generation -- leaders who won’t look away, who know what we’re up against, and who are ready to fight for our future. Join us: www.passthetorchpac.com
We can elect a new generation -- leaders who won’t look away, who know what we’re up against, and who are ready to fight for our future. Join us: www.passthetorchpac.com
Pass the torch
The Dem bench is deep, we just need to make it a little easier for them to jump into the races. Pitch in and help pass the torch.
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June 17, 2025 at 5:56 PM
It’s easy to feel powerless right now. Tanks in the streets. ICE raids in our cities. And Democratic leaders…tweeting through it.
We can elect a new generation -- leaders who won’t look away, who know what we’re up against, and who are ready to fight for our future. Join us: www.passthetorchpac.com
We can elect a new generation -- leaders who won’t look away, who know what we’re up against, and who are ready to fight for our future. Join us: www.passthetorchpac.com
This type of selfishly clinging to power is not what we need right now. It's time to #PassTheTorch
DC Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton, who turns 88 this week, says running for re-election to the House. When I ask her to respond to those who wonder if it’s time for her to retire, she says: “I'm gonna run. I don't know why anybody would even ask me.”
Colleagues ask if Norton is still the best 'warrior' to fight for D.C. (Washington Post)
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June 11, 2025 at 5:57 PM
This type of selfishly clinging to power is not what we need right now. It's time to #PassTheTorch
Can't wait for this one. We need more leaders like @zachwahls.bsky.social
I'm Zach Wahls. A sixth-generation Iowan and a new generation of Democrat.
And I'm running for U.S. Senate to defeat Joni Ernst.
And I'm running for U.S. Senate to defeat Joni Ernst.
June 11, 2025 at 5:55 PM
Can't wait for this one. We need more leaders like @zachwahls.bsky.social
For the visual learners out there...we currently have the highest level of 70-plus representation in Congress www.nytimes.com/interactive/...
The Age Issue: More of Congress Is 70-Plus Than Ever Before
At the highest level, the U.S. government looks like a gerontocracy, with average ages around 60 in both the House and the Senate.
www.nytimes.com
June 9, 2025 at 5:25 PM
For the visual learners out there...we currently have the highest level of 70-plus representation in Congress www.nytimes.com/interactive/...
Thank you @warren.senate.gov let's keep rooting out this level of corruption and rebuild trust in govt
A new report from @warren.senate.gov details Elon Musk’s reign of corruption in Washington, itemizing 130 dodgy dealings in 130 days.
EXCLUSIVE ⤵️
EXCLUSIVE ⤵️
Elon Musk's Reign of Corruption Chronicled in Elizabeth Warren Report
Warren’s report is focused on Musk’s misuse of political power for personal gain as Donald Trump’s DOGE chief.
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June 4, 2025 at 2:57 PM
Thank you @warren.senate.gov let's keep rooting out this level of corruption and rebuild trust in govt
The sad reality is that in the last few months, three Democrats have died in office – while Trump’s budget passed the House 215-214. We have to do better. #PassTheTorch
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June 4, 2025 at 1:41 PM
The sad reality is that in the last few months, three Democrats have died in office – while Trump’s budget passed the House 215-214. We have to do better. #PassTheTorch
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We’re done with deference.
Trump is consolidating power in real time.
If you’ve been in office for decades and still don’t know how to stop him, step aside.
The next generation is ready to lead.
Chip in now to join the fight: app.oath.vote/donate?p=nex...
Trump is consolidating power in real time.
If you’ve been in office for decades and still don’t know how to stop him, step aside.
The next generation is ready to lead.
Chip in now to join the fight: app.oath.vote/donate?p=nex...
June 4, 2025 at 1:10 PM
We’re done with deference.
Trump is consolidating power in real time.
If you’ve been in office for decades and still don’t know how to stop him, step aside.
The next generation is ready to lead.
Chip in now to join the fight: app.oath.vote/donate?p=nex...
Trump is consolidating power in real time.
If you’ve been in office for decades and still don’t know how to stop him, step aside.
The next generation is ready to lead.
Chip in now to join the fight: app.oath.vote/donate?p=nex...
if dems won't pass the torch freely, the next gen is gonna step up and take
Two amazing @runforsomething.net alum in this primary against an incumbent Democrat - another example of why I can’t tolerate older leaders refusing to retire. Our bench is SO DEEP. www.ajc.com/politics/202...
State Rep. Jasmine Clark joins race against U.S. Rep. David Scott
The Microbiologist and four-time swing district winner is just one of four people challenging incumbent Scott for his seat. Concerns are mounting over Scott's age and health.
www.ajc.com
June 3, 2025 at 4:13 PM
if dems won't pass the torch freely, the next gen is gonna step up and take
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“Democrats in Congress should decide whether they are physically and mentally up to the task of stopping the Republican effort to tear down America’s institutions—or make way for those who are.” newrepublic.com/post/195617/...
GOP Couldn’t Have Passed Tax Bill Without Democrats Dying in Office
Republicans would have never passed their disastrous tax bill if Democrats didn’t love staying in office until they die.
newrepublic.com
May 22, 2025 at 2:42 PM
“Democrats in Congress should decide whether they are physically and mentally up to the task of stopping the Republican effort to tear down America’s institutions—or make way for those who are.” newrepublic.com/post/195617/...
Raise your hand if you're ready for this type of leadership 🙋♀️
The current budget bill is an atrocity and out-of-touch leaders like Chuck Schumer laid the groundwork by voting for the CR.
Appeasement and complicity do not work. When you bend the knee, they’ll break your leg.
Appeasement and complicity do not work. When you bend the knee, they’ll break your leg.
May 22, 2025 at 2:11 PM
Raise your hand if you're ready for this type of leadership 🙋♀️
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The current budget bill is an atrocity and out-of-touch leaders like Chuck Schumer laid the groundwork by voting for the CR.
Appeasement and complicity do not work. When you bend the knee, they’ll break your leg.
Appeasement and complicity do not work. When you bend the knee, they’ll break your leg.
May 22, 2025 at 12:48 AM
The current budget bill is an atrocity and out-of-touch leaders like Chuck Schumer laid the groundwork by voting for the CR.
Appeasement and complicity do not work. When you bend the knee, they’ll break your leg.
Appeasement and complicity do not work. When you bend the knee, they’ll break your leg.
In addition to personal grief, the death of our leaders in office has horrific and lasting consequences
May 22, 2025 at 1:03 PM
In addition to personal grief, the death of our leaders in office has horrific and lasting consequences
This is not how a functioning opposition party is supposed to run.
May 21, 2025 at 2:10 PM
This is not how a functioning opposition party is supposed to run.