Ry Armstrong

We have an obligation to protect not only the people dying in the streets, but also (and more urgently!) those dying, hidden away, in detention.

I wrote about a local Seattle struggle to save a Filipino migrant's life and how migration is intrinsic to US Imperialism:

Connor Storrie being 25 years old is giving me an existential crisis.

Happy Halloween! 🎃 Enjoy some spooky short tales from our fabulous Creatives. #halloween #halloweenseattle #spookytales #echothearts

Halloween. When everyone becomes just a little more trans.

A profound loss today. The work of #JaneGoodall has been a beacon of light in my life. Her example taught me that advocacy rooted in empathy and persistence is not only possible but essential, and that one person’s voice, sustained over time, can shift hearts, communities, and policy.

it’s Sunday on bluesky so I am urging everyone to take care of themselves. Take a walk, have a second cup of coffee or tea, read a book, spend some time looking at small poems

This may be the turning point into real action or a scape goat of blame against the Queer and Trans community. While I am deeply disturbed by the murder of Charlie Kirk, I am even more worried about the ripple effects of where we go from here. Action is needed. Gun control now.

As famine spreads in Gaza, UNICEF and other aid groups say Israel is still blocking most aid from entering the devastated Palestinian territory.

https://www.democracynow.org/2025/8/25/gaza_famine_1

No matter what happens on Tuesday I am incredible proud and ferociously hopeful about what the future holds. The conversations in community have shown me the resilience of our city and that fight will always fuel our campaign. RSVP at VoteRy.us #electionday #seattle

It’s time to build the future we deserve and we need your help in doing so. Vote by Tuesday to have a say in who will run this city and what you want to see from our local government. The choice is yours, and I hope to have your support. #seattle #fyp #elections #mayor #2025 #local #nextgen

Seattle isn’t doing enough for Gaza.
It’s time to divest from Boeing’s war profits.
Support our Palestinian neighbors.
Support candidates who stand for justice.
To every candidate: speak up. Silence is violence. 🍉💙

#FreePalestine #DivestFromBoeing #seattlemayor #armstrongformayor

Bruce Harrell breaks promises and protects business as usual. Seattle deserves better.
It’s time for a mayor who puts people over profit.
Ballots are out—vote now!

#SeattleMayor #ArmstrongForMayor #FYP #Homelessness #LGBTQIA #PeopleOverProfit #NextGeneration

YouTube video by SquidTips Interviewing (Maybe) the next Seattle Mayor: Katie Wilson & Ry Armstrong

This weekend I interviewed @wilsonforseattle.bsky.social and @ryontheryse.bsky.social who are both running to be the next Mayor of Seattle

They both demonstrated a care for the working class that @bruceforseattle.bsky.social clearly does not have

YOU CAN VOTE NOW SEATTLE!

youtu.be/U64imsPh_9I

Ry Armstrong, Seattle Mayoral Candidate — 2025 Primary Election CANDIDATE: Ry Armstrong, Seattle Mayoral Candidate Website: Facebook: Instagram: Tiktok: tiktok.com/@ryontheryse Bluesky: ARTS PLATFORM Arts are not a luxury: they are a lifeline. As a lifelong art…

An arts platform from @ryontheryse.bsky.social (Ry Armstrong), Seattle Mayoral Candidate: seattleartsvoterguide.com/2025/07/24/r...

Together we will continue to fight. An honor to have the support of one of the oldest LGBTQIA+ publications in our country. 🏳️‍🌈 sgn.org 🏳️‍⚧️

Seattle, we have a Primary Election next month with ballots coming this week. If you want some real change, then I am asking for your vote. Together we can refuse to be afraid in 2025. #seattle #election #mayor #zohranmamdani #history #primary #vote

I know :/ you have me by your side in this fight!

How many jobs would you have turned down if you knew what the workplace was really like?
Seattle workers need better tools to speak up—and customers deserve to know which businesses treat their people right.
💙 Visit VoteRy.us to support the campaign.
#Seattle #WorkersRights #Labor #Transparency #FYP

Why the hell doesn’t Seattle have a 24/7 light rail? In a city with fewer and fewer parking options- this is how can we help our hospitality, night shift workers, and nightlife enjoyers get home safely. Expand the Light Rail and keep it running past 1 am! #Seattle #transit #fyp #lightrail #1line

Run for office they said. Well it may kill me trying. 27 days to the Primary and we need your help! Send in your Democracy Vouchers on our website if you want some real change in Seattle!! #seattle #election #mayor

It’s clear to me that for the status quo to change we need a next generation of leadership to step up. In every conversation we are building a coalition of courage to make that change, and I hope you will join us!! #Seattle #Mayor #2025 #Elections @runforsomething.net

POV: My mental health and how I feel about American politics right now…

Change is in the air and rhymes with MAMDANI

Listen to the next generation because the Young Democrats of UW know who is ready to lead this city. Unbought and unafraid. Proud of this sole endorsement and what we are building in Seattle. Join us! #seattle #mayor #election #uw

On Saturday morning, come meet me as a candidate for Mayor in Pioneer Square for coffee and conversation! Any question is welcome and let’s be in community to chat about the future of our city!! #coffee #candidate #seattle #mayor #pioneersquare

It's only a $1.3 billion levy

What is happening in Los Angeles is not the values of this country. Unfortunately I think this is just the beginning of seeing Trump militarize blue cities and we need leaders standing up for our communities right now. As Mayor of Seattle, I will fight for our right to protest.

The work being done on the frontlines of the crisis we face is essential and addiction has touched almost everyone in their lives. Our neighbors are worth fighting for, and I plan to do just that. Thank you Evergreen Treatment Services for having me!

On the 12th anniversary of me coming out, it was an honor to be with Seattle Pride and community as a finalist for the new Ackerman Award for Service in the Queer community. It’s these things that make life worth living when you can hold chosen family close and just be. #seattle #pride2025

Harvey showed us that visibility is a political act. Nina taught us that an artist’s duty is to reflect the times. Toni challenged us to tell our own stories. Bernie showed us what consistency looks like. And AOC proved that you can shake up power with authenticity and heart.