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Zohran Mamdani
@zohranmamdani· Democratic · NY· Aug 21, 2026

I had a candid and productive conversation with rabbis representing a wide swath of New York’s Jewish communities and affiliations, and I appreciated hearing from them.

washingtonexaminer.com
Andre Dickens
@andredickens· GA· Aug 21, 2026

I’m ready for Democratic leadership that understands what every Democratic voter already knows: that this is a moment that demands we run toward battles and into the fight.

foxnews.com
Andre Dickens
@andredickens· GA· Aug 21, 2026

But instead they are running scared and retreat to their safe spaces.

foxnews.com
Andre Dickens
@andredickens· GA· Aug 21, 2026

This was an opportunity for Ken Martin and the DNC leadership to show they have a thoughtful plan for the party and know how to win the White House in 2028.

foxnews.com
Andre Dickens
@andredickens· GA· Aug 21, 2026

At a time when Trump and the Supreme Court are minimizing Black electoral power we need a party that would come to Atlanta and galvanize the Southeast for 2028 and beyond.

foxnews.com
Andre Dickens
@andredickens· GA· Aug 21, 2026

They are afraid to leave their comfort zone and blind to the fact that the South is the answer.

foxnews.com
Zohran Mamdani
@zohranmamdani· Democratic · NY· Aug 21, 2026

The alleged ISIS-inspired plot to attack the New York State Capitol and kill elected officials and others is deeply alarming. I am grateful to our federal and state law enforcement authorities for their vigilance and work to keep New…

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Zohran Mamdani
@zohranmamdani· Democratic · NY· Aug 20, 2026

No family should have to choose between staying in the city they love and affording care for their child. This is another step toward making affordable child care something every New York family can count on.

dailycaller.com
Zohran Mamdani
@zohranmamdani· Democratic · NY· Aug 20, 2026

As part of our promise to deliver universal child care, we are eliminating these fees for families receiving child care assistance across the city.

dailycaller.com
Zohran Mamdani
@zohranmamdani· Democratic · NY· Aug 20, 2026

Free and accessible child care doesn’t just make our city more affordable — it gives NYC parents time back to rest, recharge, or simply enjoy a night out.

dailycaller.com
Zohran Mamdani
@zohranmamdani· Democratic · NY· Aug 20, 2026

Making New York City more affordable isn't just about lowering costs," he added, "it's about giving people back their time.

reason.com
Zohran Mamdani
@zohranmamdani· Democratic · NY· Aug 20, 2026

Every parent knows that a few hours to yourself can feel like a luxury," said Mayor Zohran Mamdani in July.

reason.com
Karen Bass
@karenbass· Democratic · CA· Aug 20, 2026

But after the primary, we had to start over from scratch, so we need you to rush your matching donation right now to help fuel this campaign.

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Karen Bass
@karenbass· Democratic · CA· Aug 20, 2026

Thanks to LA's super match program, every qualified donation from Los Angeles residents is matched 6-to-1 by the city.

foxnews.com
Karen Bass
@karenbass· Democratic · CA· Aug 20, 2026

Your donation to our campaign right now is more critical than ever before.

foxnews.com
Gavin Newsom
@gavinnewsom· Democratic · CA· Aug 19, 2026

Gov. Gavin Newsom called the federal withdrawal of funding a "political stunt to punish California,"

cbsnews.com
Karen Bass
@karenbass· Democratic · CA· Aug 18, 2026

We will always protect our neighbors, and we continue to stand shoulder to shoulder with immigrant families in LA and everywhere.

foxnews.com
Zohran Mamdani
@zohranmamdani· Democratic · NY· Aug 16, 2026

Every New Yorker must be able to observe their religion without fear of violence.

theguardian.com
Bill de Blasio
@billdeblasio· Democratic · NY· Aug 15, 2026

I have mixed views. But I think the way you’re describing him, you could’ve been talking about Donald Trump, honestly. Cozies up to dictators, says extreme things. C’mon.

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Quinton Lucas
@quintonlucas· MO· Aug 14, 2026

I think the deal is likely to get done before we even have some of these discussions, if we ever get to the point of a public vote.

missouriindependent.com
Monroe Nichols
@monroenichols· OK· Aug 13, 2026

If the State’s position is that governments should simply bill one another for work they believe the other should have done, then we are certainly capable of having that conversation – and we can start by sending the State the bill for the…

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Monroe Nichols
@monroenichols· OK· Aug 13, 2026

This should not be a competition over who can send the other government the largest bill.

oklahomavoice.com