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8 Jan, 5 tweets, 2 min read
I know this week has been extremely troubling and many of us are justifiably pissed off at every one of the arsonists who tried to set our democracy on fire, I just want to take a moment to remember and celebrate the amazing work Georgians did to fight for a more perfect union.
We love you, Georgia. Our democracy has a fighting chance because of people like the citizens of Georgia. Thank you for showing up and choosing leaders like Jon @Ossoff and @ReverendWarnock who deserve to lead and represent you in Washington.
Thank you to @StaceyAbrams and all those who've joined her to help fight voter suppression, engage in communities across the state, and invite everyone to participate in our democracy. The GA elections wouldn't have been won without their incredible, tireless work.
The insurrectionists and their inciters on the right don't believe democracy is worth having if their shrinking minority doesn't get to be in charge. I'm so glad that the majority of American voters, a multi-racial national coalition, made a statement in November and in January
Let's keep fighting for justice, equality, healing and the rights of all of our citizens to have a say in who leads and represents them

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16 Oct 20
This is for Chrissy. I love and cherish you and our family so much. We’ve experienced the highest highs and lowest lows together. Watching you carry our children has been so moving and humbling.
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Reporters always ask me if more artists should speak out about politics. I always say ummmmmm not necessarily.
It ain't for everybody. If you're more comfortable just making bops, do that. We need that in our lives too!
If you are going to speak out, try to do your homework. Read about it. Talk to activists and organizers and people impacted. Be open to evolution and changing your mind. Be intentional and strategic. And think about the impact of your words on the real lives of real people
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District Attorney elections are crucial to changing our criminal justice system. August is a big month for D.A. races in AZ, FL, and MI. I’m closely following the upcoming elections on August 4th and 18th, and there are 5 candidates I am paying close attention to.
Victoria Burton-Harris believes no person in Wayne County should be in jail simply because they can't afford bail, or fear that their child will end up in handcuffs after a schoolyard game. Vote for @VBH4Prosecutor by August 4.
See her full platform here: victoria2020.org/platform
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27 Jun 20
Real problem: realtors don't show black people all the properties they qualify for. Fake problem: calling the master bedroom the master bedroom. Fix the real problem, realtors.
Me saying this is a real problem doesn't mean that you, offended real estate agent, do it. It doesn't mean 100% of you do it. It means it's widespread and well-documented enough to be an actual issue. As my grandfather/pastor used to say, "I'm not talkin bout u unless it's u"
If you're not doing it, thank you. But also show some leadership by recognizing that it's real and encouraging your colleagues to do better
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A Black Mother Discusses Defunding the Police essence.com/amp/feature/de…
I know this word "defund" has caused some controversy, even from some who are inclined to agree with a lot of the underlying arguments. Some hear that word and envision The Purge, some dystopian descent into anarchy
Some intentionally want to cast the argument in extremes like that so they can score political points. But I ask that those of you who are reasonable and actually care about making this country healthy and safe for all people engage with the thoughtful arguments in this piece
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31 May 20
Americans have the first amendment right to peacefully protest oppression and injustice. Chrissy and I will be donating to these 3 organizations which are organizing, supporting and defending those marching for justice: @Mvmnt4BlkLives @nlgnews @bailproject
Please stay as safe as you can. There is still a deadly virus that thrives on people being really close to each other. Distance as much as possible and wear a mask to protect yourself and others!
Some of you think that supporting a bailout fund means we're supporting people who intentionally harm people or destroy property because "why would the police arrest and jail peaceful protestors?"
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