Impressive the number of Austin-based story lines in this election, all of them involving the worst people the city has to offer.

As the mom of a trans kid, I’d ask that you think about the fact that when you blame support for trans people for the loss of the election - instead of the hate fomented by the $143 million spent on anti-trans ads - you endanger the safety of a whole bunch of innocent people.

Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear: Democrats don't have to abandon LGBTQ+ people to win advocate.com/politics/beshe…

For student journalists in "somewhat of a news desert," news, politics, & election coverage has a unique role not just on campus: "Community members really do read our content and are responsible for the majority of the pick-up rates of our print paper." 100daysinappalachia.com/2024/11/inside…

He’s absolutely right and I encourage all of you to belt Defying Gravity during your local screening of Red One

Time to make the jump, making the move over to the less garbage place ---> thecharliebonner.bsky.social

In bittersweet news, I’ll be leaving the Congressman Greg Casar team at the end of the year to head back to Texas & join the folks at Texas AFL-CIO! There’s lots to say, but right now I’m focused on helping Team Casar find a stellar new Comms Director. Details: casar.house.gov/jobs

So excited that my old Austin pals at SXSW are making their way to London! I have a session up for consideration about the impact of cultural organising on the social impact space. Can you give it a lil up vote and help us be a part of @sxswlondon2025? go.shr.lc/4f57sTS

Right now, thousands of hours of classes are covered by staff without the right qualifications. It’s not fair to staff or students. It doesn't have to be this way. Sign the petition: every child should be taught by a qualified teacher. actionnetwork.org/petitions/qual…

I am so proud to officially announce my campaign! Let’s move Minneapolis forward together!

⚠️ This week, the Department for Education proposed an unfunded 2.8% pay rise for teachers. Make no mistake: this means further cuts for our schools. This unfunded expense will throw a wrecking ball into many school budgets. Here’s why: ⬇️

Today, we’re proud to endorse Shannon Taylor for attorney general of Virginia. From her years of service as a prosecutor, she has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to justice, and we know as attorney general she will continue to fight for the people of Virginia.

Lege with the rare good bill being proposed

It's 8pm, and Rep. John Bucy III just gave a masterclass indicting a voter suppression bill. HB3557 claims to be about stopping noncitizens from voting (which is already illegal). Rep. Bucy makes it clear––Texas citizens, especially women, will be hurt by hurdles built by this bill.

Welcome to Texas 👋 Our Executive Director’s got some thoughts on what it means to organize in a state like ours, where the politics are tough, but young people are tougher. Give it a read and see how we keep showing up, no matter what.