Aparna Raj

"The Islamists oppose women getting an education," I mutter, as I aim my missile at the girls school

The US & Israel bombed a school in Iran, killing at least 85 people. They assassinated another country’s leader. I am terrified for Iranians and I am terrified of the possibility of another forever war that puts us all in danger.

No war with Iran.

Graphic reading DC for Democracy Respalda a Aparna, with photo of Aparna

A lo largo de los años, he colaborado con DC for Democracy para elegir a progresistas para el Concejo de DC y luchar por una vivienda digna, buenos empleos sindicalizados, la condición de estado para DC, y un DC para todos.

Es un honor contar con su respaldo en las elecciones de la Zona 1.

Graphic reading DC for Democracy Endorses Aparna, with photo of Aparna

Over the years, I’ve organized alongside DC for Democracy to elect progressives to DC Council, raise the tipped minimum wage and fight for dignified housing, good union jobs, DC statehood, and a better DC for all.

I'm honored to have their endorsement in the Ward 1 race.

Oh thank you!! And also I'm sorry he's using your work 💀

Donald Trump killed two of my constituents. He is a liar and should be ashamed of himself.

CWA Respalda a Aparna

¡Ese es mi sindicato! Como miembro de @wbng.org , ¡estoy MUY emocionada de compartir que el Consejo Estatal de Maryland/DC de @cwaunion.bsky.social ha respaldado oficialmente nuestra campaña!

Juntos, pondremos más poder en manos de los trabajadores de DC y de toda la región.

CWA Endorses Aparna

That’s my union!! As a @wbng.org member, I’m SO thrilled to share that the @cwaunion.bsky.social Maryland/DC State Council has officially endorsed our campaign!

Together, we’ll put more power in the hands of working people in DC and across the region.

Graphic with Spanish text that translates to "We've knocked 10,000 doors! Let's keep going!" with photos of canvassers in the background

Nuestra campaña alcanzó un hito este fin de semana: ¡10.000 puertas tocadas! 🔥🚪 Es un testimonio de los 138 increíbles voluntarios que han salido con lluvia, nieve o sol para hablar con los vecinos de la Zona 1.

Únete a nosotros este fin de semana: www.mobilize.us/aparnafordc/...

Graphic reading "We've knocked 10,000 doors! Let's keep going!" with photos of canvassers in the background

Our campaign hit a milestone this weekend- 10,000 doors knocked!!! 🔥🚪This is a testament to the 138 volunteers who have come out rain, snow or shine to knock doors and talk to Ward 1 neighbors!

Let’s keep going! Join us this weekend: www.mobilize.us/aparnafordc/...

Photo of the panelists for the Rachel's Action Network event- Aparna Raj, Amanda Litman, Janeese Lewis George and Kayla Nelson

Join @runforsomething.net Executive Director @amandalitman.bsky.social and I next Tuesday 2/24 as we discuss what we are hearing from voters this election cycle and how we can best meet this moment!

RSVP here:
www.rachelsactionnetwork.org/events/

UFCW Local 400 Endorses Aparna Raj for Ward 1 DC Council Seat - UFCW Local 400 "We have no doubt she will continue to champion the needs of our members and look forward to her leadership on the DC council.”

“We don’t have to wonder what she stands for – she has proven it over and over. We have no doubt she will continue to champion the needs of our members and look forward to her leadership on the DC council.”

www.ufcw400.org/2026/02/19/u...

UFCW Local 400 Respalda a Aparna

Los trabajadores hacen funcionar Washington DC. ¡Estoy muy emocionada de anunciar que el @ufcw400.org respalda nuestra campaña!

¡Es un honor contar con su apoyo en nuestra lucha por conseguir más poder para los trabajadores!

UFCW Local 400 Endorses Aparna

Labor makes DC run and I’m excited to share that @ufcw400.org is endorsing our campaign!

I’m honored to have their support and to stand with grocery store and food service workers as we fight to build more power for working people!

As this week marks the beginning of both Ramadan and Lent, we're wishing a season of peace and renewal to all who observe! 🌙 💫

At the @workingfamilies.org DC launch event earlier this month, I shared my vision for a DC that works for all of us where housing is for people, not profit.

A better DC is possible.

Almost a quarter of DC families were behind on their electric bills before Pepco raised bills again in the middle of DC’s coldest winter in years.

It’s time to stop unfair rate hikes and put DC families over the profits of monopoly utilities.

Rev. Graylan Scott Hagler, D.C. Pastor, Activist and Prophetic Voice for Justice, Dies Rev. Graylan Scott Hagler, a fearless advocate for social justice, leaves behind a legacy of faith-rooted activism and community leadership.

What a huge loss💔

Rev. Graylan Hagler was a generational leader in the fight for a free DC and the liberation of all people, a fearless warrior, and a mentor to many.

He will be deeply missed but his legacy will carry on.
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🙂‍↕️💪🏾 that’s right!!

Shoutout to @runforsomething.net - renters deserve stability and someone who will fight for them!

Run For Something Respalda a Aparna

¡Me complace anunciar nuestro DÉCIMO respaldo: @runforsomething.net!

RFS ha apoyado a la próxima generación de líderes, y es un honor unirse a su lista de candidatos que luchan por la vivienda digna, mejor transporte público, derechos laborales y comunidades más asequibles.

Run For Something Endorses Aparna

I’m excited to announce our TENTH endorsement: @runforsomething.net!

RFS has been a force in supporting the next generation of leaders and I’m honored to join their slate of candidates fighting for dignified housing, better public transit, labor rights, and affordable communities.

“Keep Hope Alive”: Remembering Rev. Jesse Jackson, Civil Rights Icon Who Twice Ran for President Civil rights icon Reverend Jesse Jackson died Tuesday at the age of 84. Jackson is known for working closely with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the Southern Christian Leadership Conference during the...

Democracy Now! remembers civil rights icon Jesse Jackson, who died today at the age of 84.

Photo of a group of 15 people including Aparna standing in Adams Morgan Plaza on a sunny day and holding up Aparna for DC signs and smiling

A pair of people standing in front of a table with Aparna for DC signs on a sunny day and signing a petition on a clipboard

Photo of a group of 13 people including Aparna standing on the steps of a house smiling at the camera. There are three signs around the house, one Long Live Gogo DC sign that says “ICE OUT OF DC, end deportations & detentions,” one that reads “from DC to Palestine Occupation is a crime” and one Aparna for DC sign

Selfie of Aparna and a woman, with Aparna holding up a clipboard and Aparna for DC lit

Rain and shine ☀️🌧️ we were out again this Valentine’s weekend, collecting petition signatures and talking to voters in Adams Morgan and Mount Pleasant about housing, childcare, our ratform & more!

Join us next weekend in LeDroit Park, Shaw, and U Street: www.mobilize.us/aparnafordc/...

Phot o from above of a table with notes that read “Why I love Ward 1”

Photo of a couple drinks in Mount Pleasant

Photo of a pistachio croissant from Soleluna

Photo of Aparna and Stu taking a photo in a mirror

A very Ward 1 Valentines Day 💌

AOC: "Extreme level of wealth inequality leads to social instability and drives authoritarianism, right-wing populism, and really dangerous domestic internal politics. That is a direct outcome of the failure of democracies over decades to deliver."

Tonight! Hope to see you there to eat some sweets and help us raise some money 💖🍪

www.mobilize.us/aparnafordc/...

Last week, I joined Bi Night at Sinners and Saints to share more about my campaign for a Ward 1 and a DC where everyone can live freely, without fear. At a time when we are under attack, DC needs a Councilmember who will fight for every one of us to live the life that we deserve.

Yes- this is the energy we need to bring! 👏🏾

Congressional Republicans are trying to undermine DC autonomy and steal money from families in DC to make their wealthy donors even richer. We need to lean on every tool we have.

¡Conoce a Aparna y habla con tus vecinos! LOS PRÓXIMOS EVENTOS 2/13: Recaudación de fondos para el Día de San Valentín 2/14: Recorrido por Adams Morgan 2/21: Recorrido por LeDroit Park/Shaw 2/22: Recorrido por U Street ¡y formación de voluntarios cada otro lunes!

Ha sido el invierno más frío en años. ¡Ven a entrar en calor con nosotros este febrero!

Acompáñanos en el Wonderland Ballroom para el día de San Valentín el viernes 💘 o en uno de los próximos recorridos de fin de semana.

Confirma tu asistencia: www.mobilize.us/aparnafordc/

Meet Aparna and talk to your neighbors! Upcoming Events 2/13 Valentine's Fundraiser 2/14 Canvassing in Adams Morgan 2/15 Canvassing in Adams Morgan 2/21 Canvassing in LeDroit Park/Shaw 2/22 Canvassing in U Street And volunteer orientations every other Monday!

It’s been the coldest winter we’ve seen in years - come warm up with us this February!

Join us at Wonderland Ballroom for a Valentine's-themed fundraiser on Friday 💘 or at one of our upcoming weekend canvasses.

RSVP: www.mobilize.us/aparnafordc/