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Senator Saddam Azlan Salim

@salimvasenate.bsky.social

Virginia State Senator for District 37, Bangladeshi-American, Democrat for Virginia’s Future.

873 Followers  |  62 Following  |  185 Posts  |  Joined: 26.11.2024  |  1.8709

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In this case, a victim of domestic abuse and the law were on one side, Republican opposition to marijuana legalization was on the other, and Jason Miyares chose to put his politics first. Expect more of the same if he wins: an AG that prioritizes politics over justice.

13.10.2025 19:09 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Today we celebrate the rich heritage of the Tribal Nations of Virginia. Let us continue to honor their history through respect, partnership, and action. #IndigenousPeoplesDay

13.10.2025 15:03 — 👍 2    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

This ceasefire must be more than a pause in violence, it must be the beginning of accountability, justice and lasting peace. There must be continued calls for sustained diplomacy, humanitarian access, and a future where security and dignity are shared by all people in the region.

13.10.2025 13:57 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

The release of hostages between Israel and Gaza offers a moment of hope amid deep heartbreak. I was horrified by the Hamas attacks and the immense suffering that has followed for both Israelis and Palestinians. Every innocent life holds equal worth and deserves equal protection.

13.10.2025 13:57 — 👍 2    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 0
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Nobel Peace Prize goes to Maria Corina Machado, despite calls for Trump to receive the award Maria Corina Machado, Venezuelan opposition leader, was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize, beating out President Donald Trump despite brokering a historic deal between Israel and Hamas.

Congratulations to Maria Corina Machado for winning the Nobel Peace Prize for her work to transition Venezuela from dictatorship to democracy.

Let's not pretend Trump came in second for his work transitioning from democracy to dictatorship. www.foxnews.com/politics/nob...

10.10.2025 14:34 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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My statement together with Muslim leaders from across the Commonwealth in response to John Reid's pattern of Islamophobic statements.

09.10.2025 13:03 — 👍 7    🔁 5    💬 0    📌 3

Every time a Muslim runs for office, certain voices question their loyalties or suggest hidden agendas , the same old dog whistles pop up like “religious connection.”

These aren’t real concerns, just coded attempts to stoke suspicion and distract from real issues.

08.10.2025 16:36 — 👍 23    🔁 6    💬 1    📌 1
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October is POTS Awareness Month in Virginia. POTS disproportionately impacts women, especially women of color. Take a moment to learn about the signs and symptoms of this illness, and the stories of those who are struggling with it every day. #VAPOTSAwareness #VAPOTS

08.10.2025 16:11 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

Congratulations to Rachna Sizemore Heizer, the Democratic Nominee for Braddock District Supervisor.

Ilryong, Sabrina and April ran honorable campaigns, and I thank them for stepping up for our community.

06.10.2025 00:18 — 👍 4    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0
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Greystar and other landlords agree to a $141M deal to settle a rent-setting lawsuit Real estate giant Greystar and 25 other property management companies have agreed to collectively pay more than $141 million to settle a class action lawsuit accusing landlords of driving up housing c...

I carried SB1400 in the 2025 VA General Assembly to ban algorithmic rent-setting tools that use nonpublic competitor data, tools like the ones now at the heart of the Greystar/RealPage settlement. Tenants deserve fairness in the marketplace. finance.yahoo.com/news/greysta...

04.10.2025 14:59 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

Donald Trump once said a government shutdown is a failure of the president, a sign of poor leadership. This will be his fourth. The last one was the longest in US history. Republicans control the White House, the Senate, and the House, and they still can't pass a budget.

01.10.2025 03:41 — 👍 2    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
https://www.newyorker.com/news/the-lede/the-flimsy-dangerous-indictment-of-james-comey

Trump’s interference in Virginia’s federal courts is unprecedented and wrong. If they don’t impeach, this Congress has abandoned the checks and balances theory of democracy. And they wonder why they’re called authoritarians. t.co/2ypDyomeRP

26.09.2025 23:14 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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White House aide sworn in as interim US attorney after Trump fired predecessor Appointment of Lindsey Halligan, who has no prosecutorial experience, alarmed current and former prosecutors

One of Trump's defense lawyers is now top federal prosecutor for the eastern half of Virginia with orders to go after his political opponents. We need to elect @jonesjay.bsky.social VA Attorney General to stand against Trump's cronyism taking over our courts. www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...

24.09.2025 16:27 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

For the folks at home, in February a judge ruled it was “factually true” that this man is “a violent thug, a liar and a sexual predator.” Welcoming his endorsement raises questions about the morality of John Reid's campaign.

24.09.2025 00:31 — 👍 1    🔁 3    💬 0    📌 0
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To all my constituents who celebrate, wishing you a sweet and joyful Rosh Hashanah! #roshhashanah2025

22.09.2025 17:01 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Today I welcomed Aftab Pureval, Cincinnati's first Asian American Mayor, to Fairfax County! Thank you for joining us in support of @abigailspanberger.com @senatorhashmi.bsky.social @jonesjay.bsky.social and a Virginia that stands against Trump's chaos and incompetence. @vaasiandemocrats.bsky.social

20.09.2025 18:01 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

Virginia's Healthcare Marketplace is one of our great success stories, covering almost 400,000 Virginians last year. Medicaid Expansion covered more than 600,000. A million Virginians are at risk of losing their doctors next year from Trump's austerity budget.

19.09.2025 22:00 — 👍 2    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0
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🚨Virginia, today is the first day of early voting — which means it’s time to make your voice heard in this election. iwillvote.com/va

19.09.2025 12:05 — 👍 770    🔁 311    💬 23    📌 25
Graphic featuring Abigail Spanberger with the following text: 

“Virginians deserve a Governor who will get to work on Day One to make Virginia more affordable.” 

VA Dem Gov. Nominee Abigail Spanberger

Graphic featuring Abigail Spanberger with the following text: “Virginians deserve a Governor who will get to work on Day One to make Virginia more affordable.” VA Dem Gov. Nominee Abigail Spanberger

Early in-person voting in Virginia starts on Friday.

Make a plan to vote early for @abigailspanberger.com and Democrats down the ballot → IWillVote.com/VA

17.09.2025 17:13 — 👍 128    🔁 62    💬 2    📌 3

The 1st Amendment isn’t about protecting easy or polite speech, it’s about safeguarding dissent, criticism, and free expression that those in power find inconvenient. When the ruling class controls the media, democracy isn’t democracy…it’s control.

18.09.2025 14:28 — 👍 2    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 0
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During #HispanicHeritageMonth we celebrate Hispanic history and culture, and recognize our Hispanic friends, colleagues, and leaders who continue to shape the future of our community.

15.09.2025 18:24 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

A stark reminder that political violence is poisoning our public life — some want to stoke fear while offering nothing to unite. We must not fall for that trap. Instead, we must stand together, reject hate, and defend our democracy with courage and compassion.

12.09.2025 13:17 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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West Falls Church man charged with strangling girlfriend, who died | FFXnow Fairfax County police are investigating an apparent case of deadly domestic violence that occurred in West Falls Church late last month. Ana Maria Mena Membreno of Alexandria died last week (Sept. 5) ...

This is the danger we create when we make people live in the shadows. Her rational fear that the police would get ICE involved left her totally at her abuser's mercy. My prayers are with her family and friends. www.ffxnow.com/2025/09/11/w...

11.09.2025 19:28 — 👍 4    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0

Let us remember the unity and compassion that carried us through those dark days.

We will never forget. 🇺🇸 #NeverForget

11.09.2025 14:20 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

Twenty-four years ago, our nation was shaken by unimaginable tragedy. We honor the lives lost, the families forever changed, and the first responders and service members who showed extraordinary courage in the face of danger.

11.09.2025 14:20 — 👍 0    🔁 1    💬 1    📌 0
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Live updates: Suspect in custody after Charlie Kirk killed on Utah campus, FBI says | CNN A suspect is in custody after Charlie Kirk was killed at an event in Utah Valley University earlier today. Follow here for live updates.

The assassination of Charlie Kirk is an unacceptable, outrageous act. Political violence never solves anything. www.cnn.com/us/live-news...

10.09.2025 22:30 — 👍 0    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0
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Democrat Walkinshaw wins Rep. Connolly's 11th District seat, NBC News projects Virginia voters chose Democrat James Walkinshaw to succeed the late U.S. Rep. Gerry Connolly, NBC News projects, filling a vacant seat to represent a deep-blue, D.C.-area suburb in a closely divided H...

Congratulations @jameswalkinshaw.bsky.social! I’m excited to once again have full representation for our region in Congress - and another fighter who will always stand up for us, just like his predecessor. #cd11 @vademocrats.bsky.social
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10.09.2025 00:43 — 👍 4    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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My statement on the Supreme Court ruling this week to permit racial profiling:

09.09.2025 15:50 — 👍 4    🔁 2    💬 0    📌 1
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How to Vote - James Walkinshaw for Congress How to Vote VA-11 Special General ElectionTuesday, September 9, 2025Voting on Election DayVoting on Election Day, Sept. 9, will take place at your regular polling place from 6am-7pm. To vote on Electi...

Voters in VA-11 head to the polls TODAY!

Special election today in the 11th
Congressional District!

This is our chance to elect @jameswalkinshaw.bsky.social to Congress and ensure Virginia families have a strong voice in Washington.

Find out how to vote ➡️ jameswalkinshaw.org/vote/

09.09.2025 12:59 — 👍 3    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0
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Thank you @sierraclub.org of Virginia for organizing yesterday's rally to protest the aggressive deforestation along the W&OD trail. Virginia's natural resources need our protection and I am committed to working with NOVA Parks to make this right.

07.09.2025 17:12 — 👍 3    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

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