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I live in NYC. Libral/progressive, news junkie and love to travel. ERID member. Manhattan CB6 member. Opinions, RTs personal. She/her/hers Insta: rupal.kakkad

New York, NY
Joined December 2011
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Chuck Schumer was one of the 23 Democrats who voted to confirm Sean Duffy. Chris Van Hollen was one of the 21 Democrats who opposed him.
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quick reminder that they literally made an MTV Real World character the U.S. Secretary of Transportation Chuck Schumer voted to confirm him Chris Van Hollen voted against confirming him
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Having recently had a thread go viral in both Sanghi & MAGA circles, couple of observations - Both are very into bigotry - Only Sanghis go instantly to mother sister sodomy cuckoldry etc. Even among right wing lunatics, Sanghis are uniquely obsessed with sex based insults.
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Schumer recruited Mills over Troy Jackson, Stevens over Abdul El-Sayed and refused to endorse Mamdani. He then left Angie in the lurch. He didn’t win this majority, the candidates and the voters did. His instincts are as trash as his support for Israel. He isn’t fit to lead.
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Chuck Schumer is allowing Republicans to ram through a maximum number between now and January of LIFETIME FEDERAL JUDGES WHO HATE REPRODUCTIVE CHOICE, PRISONERS, CONSUMERS, CIVIL RIGHTS, AND FAIR ELECTIONS because Schumer is a fucking dinosaur who does not understand the stakes
Our work through the holiday has resulted in Dems caving to expedited votes for constitutionalist judges for lifetime appointments today, with final votes Monday after time under the rules runs over the weekend. Because we pressed forward, we will have advanced all outstanding judges ripe for confirmation reported out of the Judiciary Committee. We can’t let up. As a member of the Judiciary Committee, I will continue my work with the committee to expeditiously process the President’s nominees to the Senate floor. I implore my colleagues to use every single day we have left in the majority to move these lifetime-appointed judges and core legislation across the finish line.
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And soon to be speaker of the house, Hakeem Jeffries. All THREE of them live in the same Borough
Senator Elect Scott Colom did not come to play. And I am totally here for it.
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She called Mamdani a jihadist in the primary, now has co-opted his affordability message while her son is making crooked crypto deals.
Senate Democrats are united in our fight to lower costs, end Trump's war, rein in corruption, and make life better for working Americans.
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In addition to his enabling Gaza genocide as Majority Leader, this is a HUGE reason for me to oppose @SenSchumer. You shouldn't be a leader in my party if you refuse to even endorse primary winners of your own party in your hometown. Beyond the pale!
A reminder that Chuck Schumer never endorsed Zohran Mamdani.
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Y’all remember when Dems forced a gov’t shut down over ACA credits then caved after they were promised the topic would be revisited at a later date but later never came and everyone’s premiums doubled ? That’s was under his leadership 👇
I welcome any discussion about the future of our caucus and the important work ahead. I’m proud of what we’ve accomplished together—55 seats and counting is an amazing result—and I have the votes to continue serving as Democratic Leader. I look forward to leading our new Democratic majority and delivering for the American people.
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Replying to @SenSchumer
With all due respect I don’t think you’re reading the room
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Replying to @SenSchumer
You are selfish! You already senate majority leader in the past. 51 year career in politics. Do the right thing and step aside Schumer.
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Resharing this wild clip from last year. For years, Chuck Schumer's political compass was a fictional couple from Long Island who voted for Trump. Maybe it's time for Senate leadership that listens to actual voters?
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If you can't even endorse the democratic nominee of your own city, then you are not fit to be the majority leader. You refused to endorse Mayor Mamdani, you shouldn't be the leader. As your constituent, I'm asking you to step aside and vote for Van Hollen for majority leader.
I welcome any discussion about the future of our caucus and the important work ahead. I’m proud of what we’ve accomplished together—55 seats and counting is an amazing result—and I have the votes to continue serving as Democratic Leader. I look forward to leading our new Democratic majority and delivering for the American people.
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It’s interesting how the incoming members of the House all made it to picture day without getting stuck in traffic.
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Exactly! The American people sent a clear message and it's time for new and bold leadership. Thank you for hearing us!!
Last week the voters sent a loud and clear message: we cannot return to business as usual in Washington.  We need to meet the moment with a bold agenda to deliver for working people. That is why I am running for Senate Majority Leader.
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In this election, Americans called on us to unrig an economy rigged against working people & fueled by political corruption. To deliver, we need new leadership. This isn't about any one person – it’s about answering that call. That's why I’m running for Senate Majority Leader.
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Yesss!!! I'm so happy you are challenging Schumer
In this election, Americans called on us to unrig an economy rigged against working people & fueled by political corruption. To deliver, we need new leadership. This isn't about any one person – it’s about answering that call. That's why I’m running for Senate Majority Leader.
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As someone who lives in NYC, I hope you are not the majority leader. I've voted for to multiple times but you lost my vote since you enabled a genocide. You've cared more about what Bibi wanted than about your constituents or democracy.
I welcome any discussion about the future of our caucus and the important work ahead. I’m proud of what we’ve accomplished together—55 seats and counting is an amazing result—and I have the votes to continue serving as Democratic Leader. I look forward to leading our new Democratic majority and delivering for the American people.
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YESSSS!!!!!
BREAKING on MS NOW: Democratic Sen. Chris Van Hollen just told Jen Psaki he's launching a bid for Senate majority leader.
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Then maybe show up to vote for it.
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