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Liberals: the vaccine is a moral imperative and should be free!
Me: what about insulin and cancer treatments and healthcare in general?
Liberals:
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Love seeing these posts praising the movie “Parasite,” from the same people who can’t seem to comprehend Bernie Sanders’ critique of capitalism. #Oscars
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PSA:
Most Americans don’t have a 401k.
40% of Americans can’t afford a $400 emergency expense.
There’s only one candidate running for president who has made social and economic justice foundational principles of his campaign.
It’s Bernie Sanders.
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1. Legalize cannabis.
2. Expunge records. Release those jailed for marijuana offenses. Offer resources for a successful re-entry.
3. Invest in the Black and Brown communities destroyed by the “War on Drugs.”
4. Stop testing people/athletes for marijuana.
5. Roll a spliff.
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The people endorsing Bernie Sanders actually believe in him.
Several high profile endorsers for Biden are on record - in some cases just weeks ago - making the case against his presidency.
Politics as usual is why nothing fundamentally changes in America.
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Hanging a swastika at the rally of a presidential candidate who is Jewish and had family executed by Nazi’s during the Holocaust is disturbing and threatening.
Both VP Biden and Sen. Sanders should have secret service protection going forward.
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Every person I’ve chatted with in Europe:
-Thinks Donald Trump is an abomination.
-Found it laughable that we’re debating whether or not we should offer universal healthcare to our citizens.
-Hopes Bernie Sanders will become the next president.
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Bernie out here holding the largest rallies of any other candidate, raising more $$ from more donors, and amassing the largest most diverse coalition of supporters.
Meanwhile I’m hearing talk of coordinated efforts among Dems to stop him.
It all just seems counterproductive.
A LOT of @BernieSanders supporters here at Los Angeles Convention Center 2 days from #SuperTuesday. Going live on @StatusCoup YouTube soon
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Spotted Lori Parks, the niece of civil rights legend Rosa Parks at a Bernie Sanders canvass launch in Detroit.
When I thanked her for volunteering for Bernie she responded, “There’s no other choice. Bernie’s been fighting for us for years. It’s time we fight for him.” #NotMeUs
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Remember when y’all got mad when @ninaturner called Bloomberg an oligarch?
Well tonight he:
-Bought his way onto a debate stage (again)
-Admitted to buying politicians (plural)
-Purchased the audience (for applause)
-Is running campaign ads during commercial breaks #DemDebate
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Last night Bernie won BIG with:
young people
religious minorities
racial minorities
ethnic minorities
labor movement
working people
Joe Biden got trounced. So please don't ever come at me with that electability nonsense again. #iacaucus
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He’s built the most diverse coalition.
He beats Trump by the widest margins.
He’s the most trusted on the issues.
He’s the most consistent.
He wants to transform our politics.
He has momentum and enthusiasm.
This one is easy, friends. Bernie Sanders. #iacaucus
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There was a time when I considered whether the Dem Party really wanted me to belong to it.
Time and again I was told the progressive future I wanted was too big, too bold, too soon.
But now I feel seen. This Party is changing for the better.
Thank you Sen. Sanders.
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If Bernie beats Trump by the widest margin of every Dem running for president, isn’t that the ballgame?
Shouldn’t we be rallying around the most progressive candidate w/ the most diverse coalition who beats Trump by the widest margin. 🤷🏾♂️
#iacaucus
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I saw clips of @ewarren at the debate and thought she exposed Bloomberg masterfully. I’m glad most people on here are applauding her.
I just ask that you keep this same energy when a woman of color shows the same righteous anger in their political speech.
-A Bernie Bro
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I represent the second largest county in Iowa.
Joe Biden was not viable in my precinct. By the second alignment, he had one supporter and received zero delegates.
There’s a lot going on rn, but Biden’s poor performance in MUST-WIN areas should be concerning to Dems. #iacaucus
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I don’t understand the “why” behind canceling $10k instead of all student debt.
-You’re gonna take the same political hit.
-This is likely a one-shot opportunity.
-And if you fundamentally believe student loan debt is a crisis, then your response should match the severity.
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Democrats, it’s totally fine to be publicly thankful for @SenSanders as he demonstrates time and again what it means to fight for working people and get results.
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I was just sent this photo of one of our field offices. This was around 9am. It’s not a rally. Just volunteers ready to knock doors for Bernie. #iacaucus
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A friend sent me this photo of her caucus location. Most of these folks are first time caucus-goers of Burmese decent. All of them are supporting Bernie. #iacaucus
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One day I’ll talk more about this conversation. But I will say this, @BernieSanders is a great man and we deserve a Sanders presidency. #Bernie2020
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People get real Berniesque during a crisis.
Almost makes you wonder how good things could be if we were Berniesque all the time. 🤷🏾♂️
We already gave a bailout for corporations and big money executives. It was an unnecessary tax cut that confirmed the fears of its critics. Any bailout now must help working (and no longer working) people first and foremost.
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Bernie canvassers are literally everywhere in Iowa.
This field game is unlike anything I’ve ever seen in politics. #iacaucus
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CR34 1st Alignment
Pete 30
Steyer 3
Biden 13
Klobuchar 22
Warren 49
Yang 5
Sanders 103
Tulsi 2
Uncommitted 2
Need 35 to be viable. #iacaucus
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I’m literally standing in the lobby convincing voters not to leave.
I may skip the rest of my events for the day. Someone tell Team Bernie for me. #MichiganPrimary
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I don’t wanna hear the “pragmatist,” argument against Medicare for All from a Democrat again. Ever.
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We’re still in line in Ann Arbor.
Michiganders, I know the lines are long but please stay in them!!! #MichiganPrimary
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My advice to Democrats.
Start with what is right, not what polls well. Then go from there.
We need Medicare For All.
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How insulting is it to be told every election cycle that the way to address the oppression of POC is by taking conservative positions that appeal to privileged voters who will only agree to incrementalism?
My life and wellbeing is worth more than this sort of calculus.
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When folks in the media said Elizabeth Warren sounded like an angry woman, Team Bernie rushed to her defense because it was bullshit.
Would love to the see supporters of the “unity candidate,” call this shit out.
Jason Johnson is a whole ass disgrace.
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A friend who is a few years younger than me told me yesterday that she has cancer.
We hugged.
She told me that before she knew she had cancer, her doctor ordered a few tests to study the tumor before it was declared cancerous.
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The future of the Democratic Party should not be corporate centrism.
That’s it. That’s the tweet.
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Harvard just lost one of the greatest intellectuals of our time and it sounds like they deserved it.
When we say institutional racism and discrimination runs deep, we also very much mean it runs deep in the academy too.
Stay strong, Dr. West!
This is my candid letter of resignation to my Harvard Dean. I try to tell the unvarnished truth about the decadence in our market-driven universities! Let us bear witness against this spiritual rot!
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Democrats,
If your candidate is using Republican talking points to attack policies that would provide greater access to healthcare or education, find a new candidate. #iacaucus
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Party Leader: I’m worried about Bernie’s electability.
Me: He’s raised more $ than any other candidate running.
He’s tied for 1st in Iowa and he’s leading in NH, NV and CA.
He’s built the most diverse coalition.
He has more suppporters now than he did in ‘16. 🤷🏾♂️ #iacaucus
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We don't give @BernieSanders enough credit for keeping the progressive Left together throughout this general election. He's helping to deliver one of the largest, most diverse voting blocs for the Dems.
He's an American hero.
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When you’re on top, they come for you.
They’re coming for Bernie hard but they’re pitting him against Warren, the only other progressive in this race.
Think about why. Sanders and Warren represent real change.
Don’t take the bait. Stay focused.
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Let’s gooooooo!
"I am endorsing Amo Bernie Sanders because he's not gonna sell us out. He understands that it's not just about policies and about words, but it's going to be also about completely transforming the structures in place." -@RashidaTlaib
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MLK was a radical leftist who had harsh (but accurate) critiques of American capitalism, calling it an inherently racist and classist system.
He found the “white moderate,” to be harmful to the cause and he was considered by most to be a hindrance to the civil rights movement.
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I’m sure this will be relevant at some point, so here it goes: I received more votes than Mayor Pete and I’m a Black local elected official...
in Iowa.
#DemDebates #Bernie2020
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As Rep. @RashidaTlaib warmed up the crowd for @BernieSanders here in Iowa, all I could do was smile.
The energy here is unreal. So many Iowans are standing strong for a progressive future.
22 days out. We’re gonna win. #iacaucus
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A few Biden supporters made some vile memes of my friend @briebriejoy.
While this is totally unacceptable, I know this isn’t representative of all Biden supporters.
It would be ridiculous to label an entire group by the actions of a few. That’s not what we do. #NotMeUs
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My bro out here tearing it up! 🔥🔥🔥 #iacaucus
I can't be in Iowa tonight. But @iPhilSomething just showed Iowa City the power of fighting for someone you don't know.
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Sen. Sanders is showing strong leadership during this unprecedented crisis.
You don’t have to support him to acknowledge this fact. I just hope people listen to the man.
And I hope he becomes president.
Now is the time for bold leadership.
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Final Delegate Count (CR34)
Sanders 107 = 3
Warren 50 = 1
Pete 35 = 1
Klobuchar 36 = 1
Biden 1 = 0
#iacaucus
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Bernie fam,
He’s gonna get it from all angles now that he’s the clear frontrunner.
Exercise restraint. Keep organizing and let the numbers be our clapback.
Our movement is strong and we’re gonna win. 💪🏽 #Bernie2020
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Mr. Biden,
What if my friend didn’t have insurance, and skipped a visit to the doctor altogether?
I’m asking for the millions of people in America who don’t have insurance and skip trips to the doctor all the time.
You see how real this is? America, choose your fighter.
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“Nothing will fundamentally change.”
-Joe Biden, to a group of wealthy donors in a posh hotel. Last year.
Happy Super Bowl, Democrats! #SuperTuesday
salon.com/2019/06/19/joe-bid…
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Reopening healthcare exchanges does nothing for Americans who can’t afford to participate in them. #MedicareForAll
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I'm here for this content.
"Kids Caucus selects Bernie Sanders as Democratic nominee." buff.ly/2S8ww3W #iacaucus
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My question for Joe is, what if my friend - who has insurance - would’ve skipped her tests and waited it out because of the costs?
My question for America is, how much longer will we wait for Medicare for Alll?
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I’m not sure if that’s even top of mind for this family right now.
The bottom line is, this is happening all the time in America and it doesn’t need to be this way.
One candidate running for president is fighting to change our cruel and broken healthcare system.
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I just finished a segment on one of the largest radio stations serving metro Detroit.
Everyone who called in to the show was a Bernie supporter. #MIPrimary
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If you’re in line, PLEASE stay in line.
The staff at my location are being super helpful but it is exhausting for everyone.
PLEASE DON’T GIVE UP! #MichiganPrimary
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I just can’t get over the “big structural change,” former candidate for president, endorsing a candidate for Senate who - wait for it - doesn’t support policies that would lead to big structural change.
We’ve got a problem w/ our party. It’s a big and structural one. #iasen
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If America’s liberal establishment really knew how deeply Baldwin related to socialism, I wonder if they’d celebrate him in the same way?
I’ve been fascinated with how neoliberalism holds up dead radicals as heroes, while demonizing their heirs in real time.
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“During this most pressing and urgent crisis, we need lukewarm, centrist, half-measure policies.”
-No one ever.
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Something is happening in Iowa. #iacaucus
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I attended a standing room only canvass launch event this morning for @BernieSanders.
I met a vol from Austrailia. Two students from Indy.
The campaign is on track to hit 35k+ doors in a few days.
It’s 17 degrees outside.
We’re gonna win. #iacaucus
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Bernie Sanders is the climate candidate. #iacaucus
We are proud to announce that our movement has voted resoundingly to endorse @BernieSanders for President of the United States.
📢Join the #GreenNewDeal political revolution: bit.ly/sunrise4bernie
#Sunrise4Bernie
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When you have the most delegates (and you’re projected to win even more) ✅
& you’ve raised the most $$$ in the race ✅
& you’re leading in the polls✅
& you’re projected to beat Trump by the widest margins✅
Your name is Bernie Sanders and you’re the frontrunner. #periodt
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99.9% of Americans still can't name the parliamentarian.
If this person actually had the power to halt legislation, this would be the most politicized position in government. They would be a household name and they would change with the party in power.
#RaiseTheWage
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First they told me we needed the house.
Then they told me we need both chambers.
Then we needed the White House.
Yesterday a moderate told me - and I swear to Jesus - “we just need the right kind of Dems now to pass bold initiatives.”
There’s always an excuse.
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This is a powerful endorsement of @BernieSanders by @TheDailyIowan:
“The future of America will be best served by Sanders’ platform, and his character stands atop the primary field.”
“Sanders is the candidate for all of us.” #iacaucus dailyiowan.com/2020/01/29/ed…
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This is the dopest photo taken in Iowa. Ever.
Our coalition is strong. It’s vast. It’s diverse. We’re energized. And we’re doing this in Iowa. IOWA y’all.
We’re gonna win. #NotMeUs
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It’s wild to me that all the world’s billionaires are just cool with poverty, hunger, and homelessness. 🤷🏾♂️
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For everyone who says “yasss Queen”‘ to strong Black Women in politics:
Do you “yasss Queen,” them if they support progressives like Bernie Sanders, or do you only “yasss Queen,” them if they support your views or the candidate you like?
This is a serious question.
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Seven democratic senators ran for president. — How many of them are going to help @SenSanders get Americans $2,000 survival checks?
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When Amish folk roll up to the protest in solidarity, y’all know the movement is real. ✊🏽 #BlackLivesMatter #GeorgeFloyd
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Hello Jane.
No one is concerned about whether or not a billionaire will be afforded the right to vote in an election like the rest of us. We’re concerned about whether or not a billionaire should be able to ya know buy a politician or a whole ass election.
Hello everyone. Billionaires in wine caves have as much right to say who gets to be president as waitresses in diners and plumbers in my bathroom. Class warfare is ugly, @ewarren Thanks for listening everyone.
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This is a sad day for Iowa, and under Gov. Reynolds, there will be many more to come.
Unless you share the narrow and exclusionary beliefs of Gov. Reynolds, you’re not welcome here in the Hawkeye State. Damn.
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Imagine having a monster platform and using it to give hacks like Neera Tanden a pass to gang up on Black women in politics working hard to expose the record of a politician who has advocated for policies that harm AfAms and POC.
Imagine what solidarity could look like.
Imagine being a supposed spokesperson who thinks trolling on twitter is a job instead of addressing why black voters would rather support Bloomberg with his terrible record over Bernie who's been running for 5 years and can't break 19% AfAm support
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I just want everyone to know that an elected prosecutor in my state is prosecuting a journalist in my state for covering a #BLM rally this summer.
She is a young woman of color who was pepper sprayed and detained, after telling authorities several times she was a journalist.
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New Hampshire:
Please put an exclamation mark on the progressive movement tomorrow by voting for Bernie Sanders. You can send a clear message to the rest of America that says we’re ready for a political revolution.
Sincerely,
An Iowan.
PS - Don’t use Shadow! #NHprimary
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The progressive movement in America has found its standard bearer and it’s @BernieSanders.
BREAKING: “Coalition of more than 50 progressive groups to endorse Sanders.” thehill.com/homenews/campaig… #iacaucus
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But “the system,” was giving her the runaround and her insurance company wasn’t getting back to them about whether or not they would cover the tests that were deemed medically necessary.
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Bruh he’s a racist. There is no shame in celebrating the fact that America is close to voting out a racist official.
There’s only honor. There’s no spin here my guy.
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PSA: Cornel West is one of the smartest human beings on the planet.
And he supports Bernie Sanders.
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Bernie Sanders is the most anti-war candidate running for president.
This is important. War isn’t just bad because it costs money, although it costs loads. War is bad in and of itself, AND it costs lives. #iacaucus
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Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
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Her parents made the decision to proceed with the tests before they knew if the insurance company would cover the costs.
And of course, cancer was discovered.
I haven’t heard whether or not the insurance company is gonna cover the cost.
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Clap for the Queen @mistyrebik who organized & managed one of the largest, most inspiring presidential campaigns ever.
You delivered a win for Team Sanders in Iowa & set the movement on a track to win the nomination and the White House.
You’re a force. #PresidentSanders
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How Mike Bloomberg went from democratic villain boogeyman to top pick to head the World Bank in a potential Biden Administration is so on brand for 2020.
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Sending my very best to @RashidaTlaib, one of the most inspiring figures in politics. Crush it today friend! ✊🏽
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All the former candidates and Mr. Biden should consider using their supporter lists in a similar manner.
Together I’m sure they could raise quite a bit of money for many organizations. thehill.com/homenews/campaig…
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I strongly advise my party to focus more on delivering $2,000 monthly survival checks, raising the minimum wage, providing all Americans with healthcare, and doing away with policies that lock children in “migrant facilities.”
All of this is more important than Neera.
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Thank you Senator @BernieSanders for bringing attention to this disaster. We need help out here and we need our “leaders,” to lead. #derechoiowa
What's happening in Iowa is absolutely unacceptable. While Trump plays golf, tens of thousands of Iowans don't have electricity or running water in the middle of a pandemic. This storm hit almost a week ago. Do your job and declare a federal disaster, President Trump.
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Hearing lots of Yang supporters are joining Sanders. #iacaucus
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