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@nickforillinois.bsky.social

Nick Uniejewski, community organizer and pragmatic progressive running to bring a new generation of leadership to Springfield. website: www.nickforillinois.com linktree: linktr.ee/nickforillinois

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Back at Broadview. ICE is terrorizing our communitiesโ€”tear gassing journalists, abducting people in Budget trucks, and destroying homes in South Shore.

We need leaders who will fight alongside us, not stay silent.

#ice #chicago #illinois #politics

03.10.2025 17:39 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

I promise you, as your next State Senator, you wonโ€™t have to beg me to do the bare minimum. Iโ€™ll actually fight for youโ€”and Iโ€™ll be proactive about it.

02.10.2025 12:50 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Second, why has there been no movement in the Senate with regard to HB4086? That bill would ban ICE from covering their faces and require badge numbers be displayedโ€”the barest minimum bill, and there isnโ€™t even a Senate sponsor yet. Call your State Senatorโ€™s office and demand they sign on to it.

02.10.2025 12:50 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

So Iโ€™m asking you all to do two things: First, call your rep and senatorโ€™s offices. Both of them. Demand they show up to the Broadview ICE facility and use their power to enact REAL oversight.

02.10.2025 12:50 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

New times demand new leadership, and Iโ€™m running for State Senate because we shouldnโ€™t have to beg our state officials to use their power to protect usโ€”they should already be there, alongside us, in the fight.

02.10.2025 12:50 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Iโ€™m sick of having to beg my politicians to do the bare minimum to stand up for us. We need fighters. Right now, ICE is terrorizing Chicago.

02.10.2025 12:50 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 192    ๐Ÿ” 43    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 4    ๐Ÿ“Œ 2

Iโ€™m excited to endorse my friend Nick Uniejewski for Illinois! More than ever, local issues and local Dem elections matter. hs-newsletter-e91163.beehiiv.com/p/nick-uniej...

30.09.2025 14:15 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 4    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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When we launched, the establishment said โ€œwait your turn.โ€

But instead, we listened to our neighborsโ€”knocking on doors, hosting 175+ salons, and building a campaign rooted in community and joy.

Hope is spreading. Letโ€™s keep it going before midnight: secure.actblue.com/donate/nu-ge...

30.09.2025 12:23 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 4    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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โ€œI have known Nick since he was an organizer with Indivisible and Iโ€™ve seen his commitment to community up close,โ€ said @lenifor48th.bsky.social. โ€œThe State Senate needs leaders like Nick who will fight hard, listen to diverse populations, and organize alongside them every step of the way.โ€

29.09.2025 13:18 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 84    ๐Ÿ” 18    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1
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Hear that knock on your door? It could be one of our volunteersโ€”or me! Join us tomorrow (Sunday, 9/28) or next weekend to collect petition signatures. Weโ€™ve only got a month leftโ€”letโ€™s bring real change to the 6th District together!

Sign up: www.mobilize.us/nickforillin...

27.09.2025 22:34 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Thank you to everyone who came out to Big Gay Salโ€™s for our Fall Fundraiser! We need better Democratsโ€”ones who put people first, lead with compassion and empathy, and stand shoulder to shoulder alongside you to build something new.

Momentum is on our side, join us! More at: nickforillinois.com

27.09.2025 15:24 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Our fall fundraiser is tomorrow (9/26) at Big Gay Salโ€™s! Come hang out, meet friends old and new, and help us fuel our campaign as we continue collecting the signatures we need to get on the ballot.

RSVP: secure.actblue.com/donate/nufor...

25.09.2025 14:02 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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๐Ÿ‚ Nick for Illinois Fall Fundraiser ๐Ÿ‚ Show your support with a contribution.

This Friday night weโ€™re gathering at Big Gay Salโ€™s for a fundraiser and celebration of all weโ€™ve built together so far. Donโ€™t miss it!

RSVP here: secure.actblue.com/donate/nufor...

22.09.2025 01:12 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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What a week! From salons on housing and food policy, to knocking doors, and reimagining our streets, our volunteers are building the movement we need, block by block.

Want to get involved? Join us at an upcoming event โฌ‡๏ธ www.mobilize.us/nickforillin...

22.09.2025 01:12 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 5    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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โ€œIllinois needs leaders who will break from the old guard, lead with heart, and fight for real change.โ€

Iโ€™m honored to have @marienewman.bsky.socialโ€™s endorsement and Iโ€™ll take that same spirit of organizing, coalition-building, and bold vision for the future with me to Springfield.

10.09.2025 13:25 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 4    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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It was great to talk with @indivisible-dt-chi.bsky.social last night! We discussed why primaries matterโ€”thatโ€™s when we decide what kind of Democrat we want representing us for the future. If we want better fighters in office, we have to change who we send into the halls of power.

09.09.2025 21:34 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Housing Happy Hour ยท Nick for Illinois Nick Uniejewski is a community organizer and pragmatic progressive running to bring new energy and new leadership to Springfield. He is building a grassroots movement and taking on an entrenched Democ...

Got thoughts on housing? Join us tomorrow (Sept. 10) in Lincoln Park to talk urbanism, ADUs, zoning reform, and so much more at 6pm! RSVP here: www.mobilize.us/nickforillin...

09.09.2025 17:43 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 4    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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The North Side isnโ€™t complacentโ€”it just hasnโ€™t had the chance to vote for real change. What our communities need now is hope for the future and an organizer that brings everyone in.

#chicago #illinois #politics #progressive #prochoice

08.09.2025 13:22 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 5    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Some helpful Know Your Rights info from ICIRR:

06.09.2025 21:36 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Trump is threatening our city while some Democrats stay silent. Illinois deserves stronger leaders who will fight back and protect our neighbors. I wonโ€™t back down.

06.09.2025 21:36 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 6    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Weโ€™ve got a busy week ahead! Can you make it to an event soon?

๐Ÿ‘‰ Sign up here: www.mobilize.us/nickforillin...

05.09.2025 13:58 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Nick Uniejewskiโ€”Staying The Invasion

Had a great conversation with Ben Joravsky about our campaign for State Senate.

We covered:
๐Ÿ‘‰ Why Democrats need to stand *for* something
๐Ÿ‘‰ Fighting for the LGBTQ+ community
๐Ÿ‘‰ Putting housing at the center of our policy agenda
๐Ÿ‘‰ Sox or Cubs?

๐ŸŽง Listen here: open.spotify.com/episode/1bjr...

03.09.2025 13:34 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 5    ๐Ÿ” 3    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1
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Once a year, Chicago closes Lake Shore Drive to cars and opens it up for people. #BikeTheDrive shows us whatโ€™s possible when we put people first.

Iโ€™m running for State Senate to fight for the bike and pedestrian infrastructure we need. Learn more at nickforillinois.com.

31.08.2025 15:35 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 346    ๐Ÿ” 71    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 15    ๐Ÿ“Œ 2
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Your electric bill is going upโ€”45% since last summer. While ComEd profits and data centers are straining our grid, state legislators need to do more. Iโ€™m ready to fight for clean, affordable energy and for the people here in our district.

28.08.2025 21:55 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 6    ๐Ÿ” 5    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

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28.08.2025 21:47 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Weโ€™re out knocking on doors in Lincoln Parkโ€”hear why our volunteers are so excited about this campaign!

Join us for a shift soon! For all volunteer opportunities, check: www.mobilize.us/nickforillin...

24.08.2025 15:08 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 6    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Illinois deserves a transit system that moves us faster, cleaner, and smarter. Electrifying Metra means quicker trips and cleaner airโ€”and if we pair it with bold transit-oriented development, we can build new housing, shops, and community spaces right by our stations.

20.08.2025 21:55 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 10    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Thank you to everyone who joined our Opportunity Through Urbanism Town Hall with @chicagogrowthproj.bsky.social for a robust conversation about how denser housing and modernized transit can reshape Illinois for generations to come.

We need to plan our cities for peopleโ€”not cars.

20.08.2025 13:24 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Opinion: To lead the quantum computing revolution, Illinois must build great trains โ€” starting with Metra Illinois must bring the same urgency, commitment, and creativity to building great trains that it shows for quantum computing

Illinois canโ€™t keep patching up a transit system from another era. We need electrified Metra lines, faster service, and a vision for high-speed Midwest rail.

Springfield must rally experts and listen to neighbors to build transit that meets the moment. www.chicagobusiness.com/opinion/high...

18.08.2025 13:21 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 8    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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In Illinois, we donโ€™t need one Republican to pass a bill. What we really need? Democrats that FIGHT.

Join the fight at nickforillinois.com.

13.08.2025 13:27 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 7    ๐Ÿ” 3    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

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