Jade Velazquez

I’ll take Democratic Socialism over White Supremacy 7 days a week

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Aur Naur… it’s too late to put your ballot in the mailbox. Ballots must be received by 8pm on Election Day, not postmarked. Use an ballot drop box or vote in person. Same day voter registration is available. Make your plan at IWillVote.com and let’s get it done. #utpol #utahvotes #electionday

Government shutdown threatens to delay home heating aid for millions of low-income families Millions of low-income families may face delays in receiving home heating aid due to the ongoing federal government shutdown

You will freeze, you will starve, and they will have lavish parties in Trump’s ballroom. Trump despises you. https://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/government-shutdown-threatens-delay-home-heating-aid-millions-127104760

Holy cow, Utah, it’s time to move into action! 🐮
Ballots are due by 8pm Tuesday. If you still have yours, don’t drop it in the mail. Take it to a drop box or vote in person instead.
Be utterly responsible and help herd your friends to the polls. It’s our future! 🐄🗳️

Protect Healthcare. Stop the Shutdown.

Donald Trump and congressional Republicans have shut down the government for weeks now because they refuse to come to the table and negotiate to protect Americans’ healthcare coverage. They need to stop the shutdown and protect our healthcare.

Because of the Republican shutdown, Utah families will stop receiving SNAP benefits on November 1st. This will literally take food off the tables of almost 90,000 Utah families, all because Trump and congressional Republicans won’t come to the table to negotiate.

I really rebel against this idea that politics has to be a place full of ego and where you’re constantly focused on scoring hits against one another. Yes, we need a robust democracy, but you can be strong, and you can be kind. -Jacinda Ardern

“Today’s news is an embarrassing end to a pathetic last-ditch effort by the Utah GOP to create chaos and repeal Proposition 4 through an indirect initiative. Even with millions of dollars, the backing of Donald Trump, Jr., and support from high-profile elected Utah Republicans, they realized they still didn’t have the competence nor the public support to pull this off. The Utah Republican Party may continue to try to ignore the will of the voters next year using other tricks. But Utahns will continue to see through the corruption, abuse of power, and overall disrespect. We will be there to support everyday Utahns when it is time for that particular fight, but today we celebrate another win for voters.” - Chair Brian King

The Utah GOP have officially given up on their pathetic last-ditch effort to create chaos and repeal Proposition 4 through an indirect initiative. Read Chair Brian King’s full statement.

Let’s raise some money to help our candidates 😈They have been working so hard this year! If you can’t make it (I know it gets busy around Halloween!) Consider making a small $5 or $10 donation to make a difference 💀 See ya Saturday!

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This says it all

Morning Kittens

Got your ballot and not sure where to start? DM me with your questions. I can help explain what’s on it and where to find more info. Don’t sit this one out 🇺🇸

For the first time ever, official gov websites are using partisan language to explain a shutdown. That’s not politics—it’s a hostage crisis. 35,000 Utahns are going without pay while our delegation plays games. End the shutdown.

#utpol #shutdown #EndTheShutdown

Unlike the Utah GOP, we're encouraging Utahns to participate and share their voices, not coaching them on which map would advantage us. This isn't about fairness or following the law, this is about Republicans admitting they're terrified of competitive districts where voters actually have a choice.

Register as a Democrat "If we want to stand up for Utah vlues, protect our democracy, and deliver common-sense solutions, we need Democrats to be loud, proud, and united in our own ranks." - Chair Brian King Vote.Utah.gov

We all know many Democrats who register as Republicans to try to mitigate the harshness and extremity of the majority party. I understand the temptation. But I grow more convinced that if that was ever effective, it no longer is. Even relatively moderate and principled Republicans, with few exceptions, end up enabling and facilitating Trump and his allies’ authoritarian efforts. Having some input at Republican caucuses, conventions, and primaries simply is not stemming the tide. Republicans point to registration numbers as justification to ignore Utahns who disagree with them. It’s time to take that excuse away. If we want to stand up for Utah values, protect our democracy, and deliver common-sense solutions, we need Democrats to be loud, proud, and united in our own ranks. Only one of our two major parties is committed to standing up for common sense interests for all Utahns instead of concentrated power and wealth for the few.

We are grateful to Chair King for offering the closing prayer at today’s vigil. In moments of tragedy, it’s powerful to see people come together across party lines. Violence has no place in our politics, and we remain committed to building a future rooted in respect, peace, and care for one another.

Big week for Salt Lake Dems! Trainings, fundraisers, and community events. This is how we build momentum: show up, flood the zone, make our voices heard. Join us! 🇺🇸
#utpol #fyp #SaltLakeDems #BlueWave

Labor Day is more than BBQs. It is about unions, fairness, and the power of workers standing together. Democrats have always been part of that fight. Join us tonight at the Workers Over Billionaires Rally at the Utah Capitol. ✊
#LaborDay #UnionStrong #WorkersOverBillionaires

This Labor Day week is packed for Utah Dems:
📅 Sat – Canvassing w/ Gay Lynn Bennion, Chris Wharton, Erika Carlsen
🏃 Sun – Fascist Fighter Fun Run
📅 Mon – AFL-CIO Picnic + Workers Over Billionaires Rally
📅 Thu – SLCo Dem Women’s Caucus Social

#utpol #fyp #LaborDay #UtahDemocrats

Standing room only at tonight’s SLCo Dems training! 💪 People are fired up & ready to get involved. Next training is in September — don’t miss it. This is how we win: by showing up, together.

#utpol #fyp #SaltLakeCounty #UtahDemocrats #BlueWave

What the flippin frick is a precinct chair??

The most important political job you’ve never heard of? Precinct Chair. Organize your neighborhood, turn out voters, and actually win elections. It only takes a few hours a month — your neighborhood needs you. #utpol #utdem

Utah voters just won. The court restored Prop 4 — Better Boundaries — bringing back fair maps, honest government, and accountability. Over 500k Utahns demanded this in 2018. Respect the court. Respect the voters.

#utpol #FairMaps #BetterBoundaries #UtahVotes

I’m honored to step in as Executive Director of @UtahDemocrats
✔️ Messaging? On it.
✔️ Candidates ready to win? You bet.
✔️ Equality & justice? Non-negotiable.
We’re building a stronger, fairer Utah. County by county, campaign by campaign. 💪🌊 #UtahDems #utpol #StrongerTogether

Posting isn’t enough. Real change comes from organizing, showing up, and voting. Republicans are using the interim session to push attacks on our rights. Get involved today.
#utpol #fyp #VoteBlue #ProtectVotingRights

What if voting worked like ordering pizza? 🍕 That’s Ranked Choice Voting—simple, fair, and gives your vote more power. Already used in SLC, South Salt Lake, Midvale & Millcreek. Let’s bring it back countywide. #RankedChoiceVoting #utpol

Yes! 👍🏻

Ever heard of a House District? Utah has 75, and each one has a Democratic leadership team organizing voters + building power locally. Change starts in your district. Find yours at slcountydems.com.
#utpol #fyp #HouseDistricts #GetInvolved #SaltLakeCounty #Democrats