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Jay Inslee
@jayinslee· Democratic · WA· May 7, 2025

the dynamic that caused Trump’s election

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Jay Inslee
@jayinslee· Democratic · WA· May 7, 2025

to present a compelling vision to the next generation, Democrats should focus on the issue that simultaneously represents the greatest threat to them and the clearest delineation between the two parties

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Jay Inslee
@jayinslee· Democratic · WA· May 7, 2025

it is possible to reduce emissions and raise living standards simultaneously

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Kristi Noem
@kristinoem· Republican · SD· May 7, 2025

FEMA, as it exists today, should be eliminated — empowering states to respond to disasters with federal government support.

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Kristi Noem
@kristinoem· Republican · SD· May 6, 2025

CECOT was one of the tools in our tool kit that the United States could use.

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Kristi Noem
@kristinoem· Republican · SD· May 6, 2025

The Trump administration has given the American people the safest and most secure border in American history.

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Kristi Noem
@kristinoem· Republican · SD· May 6, 2025

It is very clear that he is violating the Constitution of the United States.

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J.B. Pritzker
@jbpritzker· May 6, 2025

The Trump Administration is violating the United States Constitution, denying people due process, and disappearing law-abiding neighbors.

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Wes Moore
@wesmoore· Democratic · MD· May 6, 2025

Our country is just deeply divided right now into two camps, but it’s not left versus right, it’s not red versus blue.

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Kristi Noem
@kristinoem· Republican · SD· May 6, 2025

air travelers without Real ID wouldn’t be denied boarding after all.

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Kristi Noem
@kristinoem· Republican · SD· May 6, 2025

I'm calling on Gov. Pritzker and all the other leaders of this state to abandon their dangerous sanctuary policies.

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J.B. Pritzker
@jbpritzker· May 6, 2025

Illinois doesn't need to abuse power or ignore the Constitution to keep our people safe.

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Gavin Newsom
@gavinnewsom· Democratic · CA· May 5, 2025

We’ve proven what strong state incentives can do. Now it’s time for a real federal partnership to Make America Film Again.

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Mike DeWine
@mikedewine· Republican · OH· May 5, 2025

As far as who I endorse in the Republican primary for Governor, it is much too early, as we do not even know who all will be in the race.

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Kristi Noem
@kristinoem· Republican · SD· May 5, 2025

We will take care of their documentation and travel documents, and it will go smoothly.

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Tony Evers
@tonyevers· Democratic · WI· May 5, 2025

I’m not afraid. I’ve never once been discouraged from doing the right thing and I will not start today.

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