I want to thank you for your help on behalf of coal-mining families and their descendants as a State Senator, Andy. I remember in particular a story of a coal miners’ widow who could not locate her deceased husband’s death benefits, I believe. Do you remember? 1/2

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Powerful piece in the Illinois Times by Deputy Gov. @andymanar.bsky.social and @cms.illinois.gov Director Raven A. DeVaughn about their optimism for #SpringfieldIL. As they note, the capital city’s story is not one of decline, but of resilience and evolution: https://bit.ly/4tmxJUW

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On this day in 2019, I witnessed one of the coolest things ever. A lenticular cloud lit-up by a setting sun over the Perito Morena Glacier in Argentina.

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I was so grateful to join @minyonm.bsky.social for a great conversation yesterday at Power Rising 2026! It’s always energizing to be in the room with so many powerful and inspiring Black women as we continue our fight for progress. #iampowerrising #rootedandrising #powerrising2026

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I don't think I'll ever get over Clarence Thomas ruling on cases related to Jan 6 knowing that his wife was an active participant in the attempted coup. Or ruling on cases related to government regulations and a wealth tax knowing he took gifts from billionaires. It's a disgrace.

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