Joanna Lydgate

2025 Election Results See live results for the 2025 general election, including key races in Virginia, New Jersey, New York and California.

Our elections remain free, fair, and secure. Thank you to the countless number of state and local leaders, election officials, and volunteers across the country who work hard to make sure voters can cast their ballots with confidence.
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There’s no such thing as an off year when it comes to our elections. Millions of Americans across the country have already made their voices heard through early, mail-in, and absentee voting. Join them by voting in-person today on Election Day! 🗳️🇺🇸

Behind every free and fair election are thousands of dedicated election officials and poll workers working hard to make it happen – and 80% of them are women! I’m grateful today and every day for everyone who shows up to keep our democracy strong. #ThankYouElectionHeroes

A navy graphic with an image of a food pantry at the bottom, with title text that says "4 weeks into the government shutdown, here's how it's affecting Massachusetts" beneath the following bullets read, "- 1.1 million residents at risk of losing SNAP benefits by this weekend - UMass Memorial Health had to pause its Hospital at Home program which allows patients to receive adequate care at home - Over 25,000 federal employees in MA have either been furloughed or are working without pay - Hundreds of expected flight delays will occur at Logan International Airport during the busiest season - Historic sites, national parks and museums across the Commonwealth have been forced to close"

The Trump Administration's shutdown isn’t a game – it’s affecting the livelihoods of real people here in Massachusetts. People deserve better from their government.

Proud to see state officials fighting to protect critical services for survivors, especially during Domestic Violence Awareness Month. 💜

Thank you so much for the love & support for my book, Giving Up Is Unforgivable: A Manual for Keeping a Democracy. It just hit @nytimes bestseller list at no. 4

How the Firebombing of His Home Changed Josh Shapiro

@governor.pa.gov turning a personal attack against him and his family into a chance to speak out against political violence and support others who may be drawn to serve is a reminder of what real leadership looks like. www.nytimes.com/2025/10/27/u...

Celebrate Vote Early Day on October 28th, 2025 When you vote early you ensure that school, work, long lines, or a bad commute on Election Day won’t stop your ballot from being counted!

There's still time to cast your ballot early! Huge thanks to the state leaders and election officials protecting vote-by-mail! As our @statesunited.org research shows, it’s one of the most trusted ways Americans make their voices heard—and for good reason!
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When National Guard troops are deployed in cities, Americans often can’t tell them apart from local law enforcement & that confusion threatens public safety says @joannalydgate.bsky.social. "It will make communities less safe,” adds @vetvoicefoundation.bsky.social CEO @janessagoldbeck.bsky.social.

The President is deploying National Guard troops without the consent of states’ governors & against the wishes of local law enforcement. We're working with @vetvoicefoundation.bsky.social & retired military leaders to push back. "It's highly partisan & political," says @janessagoldbeck.bsky.social.

During his campaign, Donald Trump promised revenge on his political opponents, and that’s exactly what we’re seeing play out with Attorney General Letitia James.

Every American should be deeply alarmed by this.

Trump says Illinois’ Pritzker and Johnson ‘should be in jail’ The rhetoric marks an intensification in Trump’s clash with Illinois leaders.

In America, we don’t jail people simply because we disagree with their politics, and we certainly don’t jail governors for protecting and serving the people of their state.
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State First Ladies: Americans Reject Political Violence | Opinion Like the law enforcement officers who tracked down the killers of Charlie Kirk and Melissa Hortman, we have agency over what happens next.

No matter your politics, we have to stand together and reject violence in our democracy.

Now’s the time to listen more, turn away from hate, and find connection. The next generation is watching.

A much-needed message from @joannalydgate.bsky.social and Utah’s First Lady Cox.

Governor Healey at TD Garden 30th anniversary celebration.

Governor Healey at TD Garden 30th anniversary celebration.

Governor Healey at TD Garden 30th anniversary celebration.

Governor Healey at TD Garden 30th anniversary celebration.

TD Garden is thirty and thriving! ✨

With the most championship banners in North America, the world’s best concerts, and so much more, @joannalydgate.bsky.social and I loved celebrating all the memories made here — and the ones still to come.

Trump defends use of the U.S. military against the 'enemy within' Earlier, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the purpose of the department would exclusively be "war fighting."

Calling Americans who disagree with your political views “the enemy” is actually un-American. Our military leaders deserve better than being treated like props for political theater.
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US prosecutor resigns after Trump says 'I want him out' Erik Siebert was investigating accusations of mortgage fraud against Trump adversary Letitia James.

A sitting president forcing out a U.S. Attorney because there weren't grounds to press charges against a political rival?

Chilling and un-American.

Prosecutors take an oath to follow the evidence and the law, and Erik Siebert did just that.
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Governor Healey voting.

Governor Healey voting.

Happy #NationalVoterRegistrationDay! 🗳️

It’s the perfect time to check your registration, update your information or register to vote for the first time. In Massachusetts, you can register at Mass.gov/Vote.

Register to Vote/Check Registration | National Voter Registration Day If you’re looking to register to vote or check/update your voter registration, you’re in the right place! Not sure if you need to update your registration? Here’s a list of reasons to check your statu...

If you’re worried about the world right now, take a moment (it's @natlvoterregday.bsky.social) to make sure you’re registered to vote, then share this link with your friends and family so they can check too. ✅ nationalvoterregistrationday.org/register-to-...

Governors’ Spouses Call for Unity (Download) As First Spouses of states and territories across the country, we are in a unique position to both witness and experience the contempt that has permeated our culture. Today, we stand togeth...

Yesterday, I joined First Spouses from across the country to say with one voice: political violence has no place in our democracy.

I urge all leaders to do the same.
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From Minnesota to Utah, political violence has torn apart families and shaken our nation. This is a moment to lead by example for the next generation—choosing empathy instead of anger, kindness instead of hate, and unity over division.

Governor Healey and Joanna Lydgate at 9/11 name reading ceremony.

Governor Healey and Joanna Lydgate at 9/11 name reading ceremony.

Twenty-four years later, the pain of September 11, 2001 still runs deep.

Today, we honor the lives lost, the families changed forever, and the heroes who answered the call. They will never be forgotten.

The shooting and death of Charlie Kirk is horrifying, and I’m heartbroken for his family. No matter who you are or what you believe, there is never a place for violence in our politics. This is a dark day for our country.

Our democracy depends on leaders who act with integrity. Yesterday's ruling hasn’t changed that. Thank you @miattygen.bsky.social & @michigansos.bsky.social for all of your work to hold fake electors in your state accountable, and for your commitment to protecting the people’s votes.

Newsom v. Trump — Federalization of the National Guard (CA) - States United Democracy Center

Retired generals agree: our military shouldn’t be used for domestic law enforcement or as political pawns. Thank you to the leaders at @vetvoicefoundation.bsky.social for speaking up and to the @statesunited.org team for an excellent brief.
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Florida plans to become first state to eliminate all childhood vaccine mandates State Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo, who announced the decision, cast current requirements in schools and elsewhere as “immoral” intrusions.

States should be stepping UP to protect families, not stepping away. Ending vaccine mandates in schools is dangerous, short-sighted, and will have national impacts. As a parent, nothing is scarier than watching politicians undo the protections that keep our kids safe.
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BREAKING NEWS >> Former Republican Governors Bill Weld, @govwhitman.bsky.social, @schwarzenegger.bsky.social, and Marc Racicot call on the U.S. Supreme Court to uphold Voting Rights Act protections for minority voters in a Louisiana redistricting case.
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America wouldn't be what it is today without our workers and the labor movement that established wage standards, safer working conditions, reasonable hours, and more. To fight for democracy is to fight for American workers and their lasting legacy on our nation.

The Constitution would like to have a word.

Republican Gov. Phil Scott declines request to send Vermont's National Guard to DC Vermont's Republican Gov. Phil Scott declined a request to send his state's National Guard to Washington, D.C., to assist with President Donald Trump's controversial efforts to stop crime in the city.

Thank you Governor Phil Scott for refusing to send Vermont National Guard troops to DC. America has laws to prevent our military from being used to police us — and for good reason.
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Personally, I’m going to put my trust in the countless public servants across America who work every day to ensure the integrity of our elections.