Julia Mejia
@juliaforboston
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Proud Bostonian | Dorchester | Single Mom | Afro-Latina 🇩🇴 | Immigrant | Boston City Councilor At-Large | She/Her/Ella | #AllMeansAll #MejiaMovement
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Within 3.5 years under a global pandemic & racial/civil unrest- we have passed 15 pieces of legislation & successfully secured millions of dollars to support the social, emotional, and financial well-being of
#allmeansall
. We are just getting started. Vote
#4
for more on Nov 7
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I am humbled to be your first Afro-Latina immigrant woman councilwoman. This campaign was never about me though, it was always about bringing power to the people. To give voices to those who felt left out.
#ItsTime
, and our work starts tomorrow.
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Today following the Council Budget vote I received a call from a Latino male questioning my identity because in his mind I was too black for his taste. He didn't understand or appreciate why claiming my black roots and uplifting black lives matters to me. Here what I had to say.
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BPD have been encouraging protesters to leave, yet MBTA has been suspending all forms of transportation this past hour. I had to personally go on two rescue missions to pick up young protesters who were stranded. How are we ensuring that
#AllMeansAll
make it home safe?
#bospoli
Green Line, Orange Line, Red Line: All trains are bypassing Park Street and Downtown Crossing until further notice due to a demonstration in the downtown area.
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Canvassing with
@AyannaPressley
reminds me of how we are fighting to not just win this Tuesday, but also do the hard work of building black and brown political power in Boston on all levels.
#knockyourblock
y’all.
#bospoli
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We have carried centuries of generational trauma from systemic racism — it’s past time we address these issues & create intentional legislation for
#AllMeansAll
. Today,
#MApoli
electeds of color created a 10-Point Plan to Address Police Violence & Advance Racial Justice.
THREAD:
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Regardless of how you feel about the vaccine mandate no one- I repeat NO ONE should use racist tactics to bully
@MayorWu
. Stop it.
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The day after
@AyannaPressley
was elected to the House, I was so inspired & motivated to run for that open City Council seat, I announced my candidacy in a press interview.
Now, I have her old City Hall office & am chairing the two committees she sat on—one of which she created.
Tell me a story about yourself the sounds like a lie but is absolutely true.
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This is such an exciting and emotional moment for me and my family. To think that a girl who arrived in this city as an immigrant with her mom and litttle means can one day see herself carried into city hall by the many people who share the same journey as me.
#ItsTime
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If you or someone you know is struggling to find housing because your college or university's policies surrounding COVID-19, please don't hesitate to reach out for help. We're currently working to assemble some resources.
#bospoli
#AllMeansAll
Our office number: 617-635-4217
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Grateful for the leadership and firece urgency of
@SenWarren
and
@RepPressley
as they fight to build infrastructure that invests in early childhood education, fuels our economy, supports small businesses & recognizes the value of our return on THIS investment for
#allmeansall
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Yoooooo I thought winning by 1 vote after a recount was as crazy as it could get in
#bospoli
- BUT seeing all these folks jumping into the mayoral race is definitely amusing! FYI- in 2021 I will be fighting to earn your vote to serve as a 2nd term At Large Councilor
#allmeansall
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To think that years ago I celebrated becoming a naturalized citizen in the very building that I will be sworn in today as the first Latina immigrant City Councilor in Boston. Thanks to family, friends and all the people of Boston for making this day possible!
#Bospoli
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@AyannaPressley
speaking nothing but the truth about this election. I need everybody to come out and VOTE this Tuesday!
#bospoli
#GOTV
#mapoli
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“‘At the direction of several members of the MBTA’s Fiscal and Management Control Board, effective today, June 5, the MBTA will no longer provide transportation for non-MBTA law enforcement personnel to or from public demonstrations on MBTA buses,’” spokesman Joe Pesaturo said.
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.
@AyannaPressley
is on a mission to lead, and to radically reimagine a new world in which justice for all is more than just an echo of a reality that never was. And she has remained focused on that mission with laser sharp precision since being elected!
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It’s real! Thanks people of Boston for proving that the American Dream can include a once immigrant child becoming elected into goverment office.
#mejiamovement
#EveryOneCounts
#Bospoli
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Don’t get it twisted.
This isn’t a protest. This is a coup. Call it what it is.
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It is a shame that Massachusetts isn't on this list — we may be a blue state but we are NOT a progressive state. We need to get vaccinations for all school staff, who put their lives on the line every day to teach our kids, as soon as possible.
#mapoli
#bospoli
28 states plus DC are now allowing teachers to receive Covid-19 vaccines
States where all or some teachers are eligible:
AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, DE, HI, ID, IL, IA, KS, KY, MD, MI, MN, NE, NV, NY, ND, OH, OR, PA, TN, UT, VA, WV, WY & DC
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I am so overwhelmed by today’s results. Thank you to all 22,492 people who believed in this
#MejiaMovement
. Today goes to show that
#EveryVoteCounts
.
I want to thank my team who have been here from the beginning all the way to today’s final count.
#ItsTime
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Life expectancy in Roxbury is under 60 years. Governor Baker needs to reverse these discriminatory age requirements and prioritize vaccine outreach in Black & Brown neighborhoods.
#AllMeansAll
#mapoli
#bospoli
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Finally
@EdMarkey
and I produced our long awaited
#Tiktok
. He picked the song and
@Ruthzee
&
@maura_healey
joined us. Let's go to the polls
@FairShareMA
,
#Yeson4
& Justice is on the ballot. It's time to deliver for
#allmeansall
thank you
@jpprogressives
organizing today
#GOTV
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Aside from the Mayor's race there are 13 other seats up for grabs!! 4 At Large and 9 local district ones. 2021 is going to be lit!!! Democracy in action!! The time is now to rise up. & FYI- friendly reminder I'm running for re-election and hope to get 1 of your 4 At Large votes.
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Love love love this post!!!! Happy Self Love Day Y'all!!!!
Whether your crown is curls or a baldie. Rock it proudly. Happy Self Love Day Y'all! Cc
@juliaforboston
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Proud to have the endorsement of my sister in service
@AyannaPressley
. I was inspired to launch my campaign when she won her race in
#MA07
. I am excited to continue the work she championed
@BOSCityCouncil
#Bospoli
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Today we signed onto an ordinance with
@wutrain
&
@LydiaMEdwards
to establish an unarmed community safety response system for nonviolent community calls.
We must implement a more holistic public safety infrastructure integrated with public health!
#AllMeansAll
#bospoli
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Students aren't failing. The system is failing students.
I approve this message.
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From collecting signatures to get on the ballot to waiting for the final result I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to have shared this amazing journey with
@astguillen
I look forward to working alongside you to uplift the voices of those we set out to serve. In solidarity.
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I received a voicemail on January 17th that was all too familiar to myself and those in the immigrant community. I will not be intimidated by these words of hate, but rather use this as a way to speak up for others who have received this bullying.
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After 19 months, a global pandemic, racial and civil unrest,we went from being a one vote winner to just 533 votes short of the
#1
vote getter.
Incredibly grateful to
#allmeansall
who worked alongside us to prove that we can disrupt business as usual & the status quo. Let's go!
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Incredibly grateful to
@AyannaPressley
for last night's fundraiser & for always being in deep community with
#allmeansall
.
We have been co-conspirators for years since her time on the council-then she was the only one to attend our events even if she wasn't slated to speak.
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Public transit is a public good. If you live in Nubian Square, Three Squares, Mission Hill, East Boston, or Fields Corner, you can apply to a pilot program offering preloaded MBTA passes and Bluebikes passes:
NEW: Boston Acting Mayor Kim Janey announces today that 5 neighborhoods in the city will be part of a public transportation pilot: Nubian Square, Three Squares, Mission Hill, East Boston and Fields Corner.
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The 1st woman of color to represent on the Boston City Council went on to become the 1st WOC in Mass to represent us in Congress
.
@AyannaPressley
also set the stage for me to become the 1st
#afrolatina
on the Boston City Council. Today we're in the
#standinginourpower
town hall!
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In the wake of the horrific bills passed in TX & MS, Congress has the opportunity & obligation to ensure full reproductive rights for all.
@RepPressley
's Womens’ Health Protection Act does just that, securing the right to access abortions free from unnecessary restrictions.
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In case you know anyone looking for a job, Partners in Health is looking to rapidly hire up to 1,000 COVID tracers for the program starting at $25/hr. These jobs allow you to work from home and require a high school diploma or equivalency.
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Say it with me: young 👏 people 👏 deserve 👏 the 👏 right 👏 to 👏 vote 👏
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When
@AyannaPressley
was an At-Large City Councilor she showed up to all of our community events even when she wasn't slated to speak. Since becoming
@RepPressley
she still shows up. Honored to work alongside her in pursuit of justice, equity & JOY for
#AllMeansAll
lets get it!!
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My mother has been a food handler for over 20 years and without union representation at 72 is still too poor to retire.
She came to this country to make a better life for her family and this GOTV weekend is dedicated to her &
#allmeansall
working class struggling to survive.
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I have heard from so many folks who are STILL undecided about their mayoral pick. This race will be hard fought and earned. As someone who only won by one vote, I urge folks to do research, talk to their peers but whatever you do -please don't sit this one out &
be sure to VOTE
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Excited to annouce that last night I learned I was ONE of the 1,214 students accepted to Harvard University!! I will be pursuing a masters in public administration.
I will be joining the 740 students who were accepted via early admission in December.
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Let's stop funding cops in schools, and start funding more libraries!
#bospoli
"More than 40% of students in Boston’s public schools don’t have a library in their building..."
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Last night my uncle passed. COVID took his life. There will be no funeral, no wake, no family gathering and no way to grieve, provide comfort or closure. For those who don't believe COVID is real- think again! Please know that COVID is NOT the FLU
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On my way to
#Chile
thanks to
@ConMijente
I'll be meeting & working with Latinx elected officials across the country to build capacity & upon our collective vision. Looking forward to bringing back the lessons learned.
#afrolatina
#travelingwithpurpose
stay tuned for the journey!
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Another one bites the dust.... off to the Mayor's race they go.
Don't worry y'all - I'm still 100% committed to my At-Large seat. I love my job!
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@JCarrollFoy
As the 1st Afro-Latina elected to the Boston City Council in 2019 by just ONE vote after a grueling recount I am super excited to see you pursuing your purpose!! I am following and cheering you on. Super inspired!! Best of luck- you got this!!
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It's time for a
#Recount
. Who's with me?
Boston has tied the record for biggest 1 day snowfall! 23.6 inches. The storm total is 23.8 but 0.2" fell on 1/28
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Being a single mom- as the sole breadwinner managing a single household income makes me feel double empowered. Single working parents often are overlooked. For those working hard to ensure your kids go further as you juggle to make it happen- I see & appreciate YOU! Keep it up!
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With my sisters in service
@Kim_Janey
@wutrain
@andreaforboston
representing
#CaribbeanAmericanHeritageMonth
flag raising today!
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Last year, I fought to reallocate 15% of the BPD budget to fund our COMMUNITIES. We cannot talk about police brutality without addressing the root causes of violence and that includes using our city resources to end poverty.
#bospoli
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It's my birthday and as always I'm sharing it with the world. Happy New Year
#allmeansall
!!
May 2022 bring you closer to your dreams and further than you could imagine as you pursue your purpose with unlimited passion.
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Super excited to see
#thesquad
, who are holding it down on the federal level. I’m grateful that my sister in service,
@AyannaPressley
has a fierce & fearless group of women fighting alongside her to disrupt the status quo to move
#AllmeansAll
forward. Let's go to the polls Nov 8!
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Getting excited and ready for my swearing in ceremony tomorrow. I’m here tonight surrounded by my family getting ready for the big day. Feeling humbled to have such a strong
#MejiaMovement
!
#bospoli
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2021 just keeps getting more and more interesting.
#bospoli
is gonna be lit this election cycle. Buckle up!
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Filed this resolution with Councilor
@wutrain
earlier today to protect free movement & peaceful assembly by keeping stations OPEN during protests. We can't expect people to evacuate & not provide a way out. Communication and Coordination are crucial now more than ever!
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Today we voted NO on the Mayor’s proposed budget because in short,
#AllMeansALL
.
Our budget is a values statement and our office values the voices of the people. Until we see that reflected in the budget, we cannot in good conscious vote for it.
#bospoli
Thread ⬇️
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What a Mother’s Day treat...we finally got my mom to dance with us!!! Enjoy this merengue throw back!!!
#tiktokjoy
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Malcolm X's former home in Roxbury has been added to National Register of Historic Places. Black history is Boston history — history that deserves to be preserved and celebrated.
#bospoli
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Y'all we won by ONE vote!! The Power of ONE can make a difference. Polls are open now until 8pm! If you haven’t already, go VOTE & remind your family, friends & neighbors. Check where to vote in person:
Or take your mail-in ballot to the City Hall drop box
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I turn 5-0 years young today! I have much to be thankful for, most importantly for my daughter Annalise, my mom and family, and for the many friends I’ve made so far along my journey. I can’t wait to take on
#2020
knowing I have the support of many people for the challenges ahead
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Boston is lit tonight..everyone take cover. The residue is real. The smoke, the debris, the noise & trauma Hoping your loved ones and furry pets survive. Just curious where is .
@MassGovernor
haven't heard much from him on
#fireworkstrauma
come out, come out wherever you are!!
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Joy is indeed an act of resistance .
@AyannaPressley
taught me that.
West Philly reacts to Biden’s lead in Pennsylvania by dancing in the street, of course
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FYI I am passionate, opinionated, unapologetic and unfiltered. I ran for office to fulfill my purpose & I do this work because I want to not because I need to. I was hired by the people to represent our issues. I know who put me here and only they can take me out.
#AllMeansAll
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This
#Juneteenth
, under the leadership of
@Kim_Janey
, we delivered a 5 page agenda to
@marty_walsh
to promote & protect the advancement of Black & Brown lives in our City. This agenda consists of budget, legislative, & executive asks — here are 10 our office wants to uplift:
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Thank you
@marty_walsh
for your call tonight on my victory. Looking forward to being on the city council and working alongside my colleagues to move Boston forward. Looking forward to the transition meeting.
#bospoli
#mapoli
#everyvotecounts
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Happy birthday,
@AOC
! I am constantly inspired by how you always lead with you heart and listen to the voices and realities of
#AllMeansAll
. You are a light and an inspiration!!!
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To honor Independence Day, I'm celebrating my Afro-Caribbean Diaspora roots and shouting out for FREEEEEEDOOOM!
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Today I'm overwhelmed with emotion having won by one vote I know how important this election is. Reaffirming I stopped by the office (we've been working remotely) & was pleasantly surprised that our Best of Boston politician award had arrived in the mail. Thank YOU
#AllMeansAll
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As the chair of the Civil Rights Committee, today we introduced a resolution with
@RicardoNArroyo
in support of federal action condemning police brutality, racial profiling, and the use of excessive and militarized force.
#bospoli
#AllMeansAll
#BlackLivesMatter
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It's unjust to demonize our educators. Since COVID hit they have worked hard to meet this moment. We need to stop pitting parents against teachers and instead stand in solidarity alongside them, and get our educators vaccines ASAP.
#bospoli
#mapoli
Strong statement from a Charlie Baker advisor, who slams teachers unions that "continue to demand the Commonwealth take hundreds of thousands of vaccines away from the sickest, oldest and most vulnerable residents in Massachusetts" and divert them to members under 65
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Let's put a plan in place to support service workers. Not everyone has the luxury of working from home.
#sharetheinfo
#bostonwegotthis
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I love my job. I take being a PUBLIC servant serious. I go hard for what I believe in, I don't measure my words or calculate every political move. These times require leadership that is heart led and purposeful. If you don't feel the love- then the passion is pure performance!
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Today we PASSED a Resolution Opposing State Receivership For Boston Public Schools. The voices of the people have made it clear that we need to fight back against any threat of receivership. It simply doesn’t work & we can’t risk doing further damage to our schools.
#bospoli
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My statement in support of Kendra Hicks
@hicks4district6
for Boston District 6 City Councilor in English y en Español.
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In Boston, young people have had no choice but to step up & be the leaders of today. However, their voice is still excluded from a critical civic action: voting.
That is why we created this Home Rule petition, crafted w/ youth advocates, to lower the municipal voting age to 16.
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It’s almost SEPTEMBER and we are still debating the fate of students, working families, educators and staff? What are we waiting for?
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Don't invite us to the table then set terms and conditions.
Don't invite us to the table then give us a seat in the kitchen.
Don't invite us to table then limit us to the kid's menu.
We need
#AllMeansAll
access and real decision making power. Nothing about us without us is for us
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For those who refuse to believe racism is ALIVE in Boston- take a listen. People in positions of power across the entire city need to be audited to ensure we don't have down low racists in decision making spaces voting on our quality of life. Especially when they don't value us.
I did surface the relevant piece of tape in which Loconto seems to mock commenters' names after executive secretary Elizabeth Sullivan reads them out. (Sorry for the delay — lot of news last night.)
A warning that the tape may offend some listeners:
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You and your team should be so proud of the historic campaign you ran. Together we showed how stepping into our power can inspire others to do the same and no longer be left out by the political process. I am humbled to represent you.
#ItsTime
#AllMeansAll
#bospoli
Lastly, I want to congratulate City Councilor-Elect
@juliaforboston
on running an inspiring campaign and showing us all what we can accomplish when we have the courage to walk in our power. I know you will be an excellent councilor and I am proud to have you represent me. 4/x
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We see Somerville, we see Cambridge, we see districts across the country really paying attention to data, and we seem to be really stuck on this ‘everyone has to go back’ mentality,” .
@juliaforboston
said. “We can’t play politics with people’s lives.”
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In celebration of today’s efforts to stand for bold activist leadership during our budget vote we’re bringing you a lil
#tiktokjoy
tonight! This is our
#fightsong
. Power to the people. The people have the power. Now let’s organize.
#wegothisboston
for
#AllmeansALL
keep it moving
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No matter how you look it- we shouldn't have 4 elections within 6 months during a global pandemic. Putting black/brown, elders, disabled residents and non-English speaking communities at risk is not in the best interest of the people. Our job is to put constituents over politics!
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Today in an unexpected turn of events, I spoke to Mike–the unidentified caller from last Friday. Just a week ago, that voicemail was about hate & fear but today our phone call was about reconciliation.
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#VoteBlueDownBallot
.
@EdMarkey
.
@SenMarkey
throw your fists up in the air and let your vote erase this despair!!
Come on y'all get out and represent!
#GOTV
#pullupandvote
#ONEVOTE
#AllMeansAll
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Hey y'all great news!!! We are on the ballot!! Thank you to all the amazing volunteers and the mighty
#mejiamovement
for making it happen. We are still collecting signatures this weekend though so be sure to sign if you come across our volunteers! Lots of love to
#AllMeansAll
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.
@CallaWalsh
is definitely a young political operative to watch. Check out her dope interview with
@TheYoungJurks
show today!
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That's right... tell the entire story.
.
@BostonGlobe
I've been clicking thru articles on your digital front page for 20 min & I still can't find coverage of the peaceful protest I, & thousands of people, attended yesterday--& the 🖤-rending messages of those ppl, rather than pols & small % of window-breakers.
#mapoli
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“‘We want to pass a budget as much as anybody,’ Councilor Julia Mejia said in a statement. ‘But we need to be sure that if we do pass a budget, it uplifts the voices of those who have been historically underrepresented in our city.’”
#AllMeansAll
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Your vote is your super power. I won my election by ONE vote. Just ONE!!! This photo captured the moment when I learned my fate. Make sure you flex your political muscle November 3rd!!! Voting is a civil right be sure to exercise it!
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