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Tim Kaine
@timkaine· Democratic · VA· Sep 28, 2025

We are really worried about it, Margaret.

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Tim Kaine
@timkaine· Democratic · VA· Sep 28, 2025

The only thing about the president's threat to fire more people is, he's already doing it.

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Andrew Cuomo
@andrewcuomo· Democratic · NY· Sep 28, 2025

Whatever differences we may have, Eric Adams’ story is undeniably one of resilience — a testament to the spirit of this city.

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Tim Kaine
@timkaine· Democratic · VA· Sep 28, 2025

It would be a big mistake for the Prime Minister Netanyahu to look at all of these nations that have been allies, saying you need to change course, and for him to just pull his head in the shell and turn inward and continue to isolate Israel, rather than move forward toward peace and more stability in the region.

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Tina Kotek
@tinakotek· Democratic · OR· Sep 28, 2025

When the president and I spoke yesterday, I told him in very plain language that there is no insurrection or a threat to public safety that necessitates military intervention in Portland or any other city in our state, despite this, and with all evidence to the contrary, he has chosen to disregard Oregonian safety and ability to govern themselves.

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Gretchen Whitmer
@gretchenwhitmer· Democratic · MI· Sep 28, 2025

My heart is breaking for the Grand Blanc community. Violence anywhere, especially in a place of worship, is unacceptable.

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Andrew Cuomo
@andrewcuomo· Democratic · NY· Sep 28, 2025

The choice Mayor Adams made today was not an easy one, but I believe he is sincere in putting the well-being of New York City ahead of personal ambition.

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Gavin Newsom
@gavinnewsom· Democratic · CA· Sep 28, 2025

We are going to fight back, and we’re going to punch this bully in the mouth.

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Gavin Newsom
@gavinnewsom· Democratic · CA· Sep 28, 2025

I’m gonna punch these sons of bitches in the mouth.

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Tina Kotek
@tinakotek· Democratic · OR· Sep 27, 2025

He thinks there are elements here creating an insurrection. I told him there is no insurrection here and that we have this under control.

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Tina Kotek
@tinakotek· Democratic · OR· Sep 27, 2025

Our city is a far cry from the war-ravaged community he has posted on social media and I conveyed that directly to him.

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Tina Kotek
@tinakotek· Democratic · OR· Sep 27, 2025

There is no insurrection, there is no threat to national security and there is no need for military troops in our major city.

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Tina Kotek
@tinakotek· Democratic · OR· Sep 27, 2025

Military service members should be dedicated to real emergencies.

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Kathleen Hochul
@kathleenhochul· Democratic · NY· Sep 26, 2025

We hear you, New Yorkers. We hear you. And if we can put money back in your pockets through an ‘inflation rebate,’ then you know we care about you.

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Brian Kemp
@briankemp· Republican · GA· Sep 25, 2025

Unlike the previous administration which chose to sue, obstruct, and delay, President Trump and his team have worked alongside us to improve Georgia Pathways and ultimately deliver a better program to Georgians who need it most.

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Doug Burgum
@dougburgum· Republican · ND· Sep 25, 2025

Winning the AI arms race doesn’t just take software developers. It takes more electricity.

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Kathleen Hochul
@kathleenhochul· Democratic · NY· Sep 24, 2025

Every resident will have access to the COVID vaccine, no exceptions.

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