Philly 8th Ward Democrats (we/us)
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@Philly8thWard
Official feed for Philly’s 8th Ward Democrats (W-Center City);grassroots volunteers, original open ward since 1972; tweets ≠ endorsements.
Our Constitution is clear. The authority to set our elections belongs to the states — regardless of what Trump wants to sign. I will stand up for Pennsylvanians’ right to vote, including the right to vote by mail.
Who can live on $7.25 an hour in 2026? No one. Raising PA’s minimum wage to $15 is long overdue and a big win for working families. Happy to vote YES on @RepDawkins's bill, helping to get it passed in the #PAHouse! whyy.org/articles/penns…
NEW: Democrats have officially claimed a second upset in Florida's recent special elections. The AP just declared Brian Nathan, an electrical workers union leader, to be the winner of a tight state senate contest in reliably Republican West Tampa. nytimes.com/2026/03/30/us/…
This Women’s History Month, we remember those who came before us and fought for our right to vote, such as the Philadelphia women who cast their ballots on November 2, 1920, in the first election in which they were allowed to do so.
Today I introduced a resolution to hold hearings on the potential presence of ICE at polling locations. With recent ICE activity in public spaces, concerns about voter participation and election integrity are real. We must ensure no one feels discouraged from voting.
