Isaiah Thomas
@candidateTHOMAS
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Dad, Husband, Sankofa Freedom Academy 🏀, Thomas & Woods Foundation, Philadelphia City Councilmember-At-Large ( #1st Place - 2023 primary w/ over 100,000 votes)
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Thank you
@AndrewYang
! The people in Philadelphia need financial relief now!
Nothing matters if you can’t feed your family. The people have needed relief for months.
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Yesterday was my mom’s funeral. It was one of the hardest days but we got through thanks to our community who showed up. Thank you to every person who came to the funeral and repass. And to those who sent food, gifts, and kind words - your support is felt by my whole family.
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My baby girl turns 1 today! 😍🥰
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Yesterday, the FOP sued the city to try and get rid of Driving Equality.
My lived experiences, and the stories I hear across Philadelphia, reinforce that traffic stops do more harm than good & we needed to find a better way. I've spoken to advocates and media across the (1/4)
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"What is it about black people that makes us seem more threatening and therefore expendable?"
#CNNtownhall
- great question / no answer
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Thank you
@johnfetterman
for coming to Philly and supporting our
#BlackOwnedBusinesses
I’m proud to support you and our amazing
@PADems
on the ticket this
#Election22
Stopped by some of the shops on 52nd St in West Philly today with
@JamieGauthier1
+
@candidateTHOMAS
+
@kendraforphilly
Three outstanding Councilmembers who are with me in my fight to turn out every vote here in Philly
Support local Black-owned businesses ❤️
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Yesterday, I woke up to find my name & quote in
@commonwealthorg
@JenniferStefano
’s latest
@PhillyInquirer
oped.
I’ve seen your tweets and, to be honest, I’m just as confused and upset as you:
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Over 100,000 votes… We did that Philly!
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I endorsed
@ewarren
because she’s also an educator. We can’t keep doing politics as usual, we need big ideas because our young people are depending on us. Looking forward to hearing more of her plans during tonight’s
#DemDebate
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Bad jawn… 🤦🏿♂️
Jay-Z's Roc Nation will spearhead an educational campaign in Philadelphia that helps students K-12 from low-income households secure about $300 million in scholarships to attend the city's private schools.
Events will be held by Roc Nation to bring awareness to Pennsylvania
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2022 is one of the most important elections of our lifetime. I’m supporting
@JoshShapiroPA
for Governor this year & I encourage you to do the same. Election Day is 5/17/2022 (& 11/8/22) & minimum wage, public education, voting rights & so much more is on the ballot. Please vote!
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@ewarren
on point again 🎯
The difference between the way Jacob Blake and Kyle Rittenhouse have been treated speaks volumes about how deeply embedded racism and white supremacy are in every aspect of our society.
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How did
#SpitGate
turn into people criticizing LeBron for the way he helped break up a fight? Basketball is very different when we are family off the court!
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In memory of legendary Coach John Chaney, schools across the city of Philadelphia are practicing at 5:30am today in his honor!
It’s a privilege to be able to mentor young men and to teach them who he was and what he stood for.
#PLC530am
@Miller_Report
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Sending prayers to the canvasser whose life was cut short today. We are standing strong with the One PA canvassers and their families.
Campaign work is hard but full of heart. My heart is with the victim and the entire community which feels this tragic loss.
#EnoughIsEnough
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@malcolmkenyatta
is right. We all most do our part to stop 🛑 the spread. It’s take a village 💪🏿
COVID-19 cases are rising DRAMATICALLY!
Wear a mask and stay home if you can.
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My mom would’ve love this picture 💔
I joined
@PHLCommerce
for a pep rally celebrating Taking Care of Business cleaning ambassadors for working to beautify every neighborhood.
Learn more and get involved:
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@AndrewYang
@CNN
Americans across the country are struggling as this is the beginning of a new month and rent is due for millions. Thank you for your leadership on this issue and your advocacy!
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We need
@MeekMill
and others with the means to invest in the city. Start your business here! Move your business here! Grow your business here! Let’s go Philly we got this! It’s our time… it’s our city!
Rode through the whole Philly tonight it was deserted basically!
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The next time you (Philadelphia) go to vote, May of 2023, I will be on the ballot. I’m letting all my family, friends and supporters know early and often… I need you!
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I want to say thank everyone for reaching out to my family and I to offer condolences. Currently, my primary phone is broken so please don’t think I’m ignoring you. If you need anything from me or my family, please contact my sister Esh or my wife Klissa.
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Happy heavenly birthday to my mom. We miss you so much. We hope we are making you proud!
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4 More Years! This time it’s MR. WHIP - let’s go 💪🏿!
Thank you everyone for your support!
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Tyrese Maxey is who we all as Sixers fans wanted Markelle Fultz to be 🤷🏿♂️
Tyrese Maxey is just the 3rd player in NBA history to have *any* 9-game span averaging at least 28 PPG, 5 RPG, 7 APG and 1 BPG on 50/40/90 shooting splits per
@Stathead
The others?
Larry Bird
Kevin Durant
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@AnthonySabatini
Tell that to the thousands of families who have lost loved to covid19
Tell that to the millions of middle class families who are now suffering from unemployment
The privilege of this statement is alarming. Hope the good people of Florida vote this 🤡 out!
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Congrats to the new PA House Democratic Leader and my good friend
@RepMcClinton
for making history 🙌🏿💪🏿
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From the bottom of my heart… Thank you Philadelphia 🙌🏿
Please join me next month as we celebrate my 2023 first place win! (Swipe for details)
#theThomaspresident
#iqthomas
#aithomas
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Morning questions…
Should we pay teenagers and young adults to put the guns down?
Should middle school and high school students get free Septa passes that permits them to travel at night and on weekends?
Talk to me!
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Pennsylvania has never been represented by someone like
@malcolmkenyatta
, that’s why I proudly endorsed.
Thanks
@AriMittleman
@PAPoliticalPod1
for talking to me about Philly and all things
#PAPolitics
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These 8 years with just
#thethomaspresident
have been the best. I’m so excited to see Zj become a big brother and to expand our family! It took us awhile, but here we are. The best Father’s Day gift anyone could ever ask. I love our family! Happy Father’s Day everyone
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Like the rest of you, I’m not sure why
#PhillyTwitter
is trending...
But I’m going to use this opportunity to remind everyone that a quarter of the City is at or below the poverty level. We have to do something about it immediately!
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Thanks to my friend, former colleague, and Citizen At-Large
@DerekGreenPHL
for joining
#TeamThomas
We’ve worked together to make Philly welcome to all and, with your vote on May 16, this work is only just beginning
#RunITBack
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Thank you to every voter (100,000+) who cast a vote for me; I’m humbled by your support. We will continue to build bc we have more in common when we listen to each other & show the willingness to work together as a collective.
TOGETHER, we can assure PHL works for everyone!
BREAKING: My latest for
@phillymag
on how Black progressives have been winning big in Philadelphia. It's time for them to lead the movement -- and that starts with City Councilmember at-Large Isaiah Thomas.
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So proud of my friend
@keirbgrey
for her commanding performance at yesterday’s
@PADems
Party endorsement meeting. Keir beat out several seasoned politicians and dominated among Philadelphia voters.
On to victory in April's Democratic Primary!
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Thank you Philadelphia Democratic Party & ward leaders across the city for your support.
As an At-Large Councilmember, I represent every neighborhood. I’m proud that leaders, from every zip code, are behind me.
Join
#TeamThomas
, wherever you live, and help us
#RunITBack
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The commitment I made to
@OnePennsylvania
in their questionnaire has not changed. My PAC is called Citizens for Isaiah Thomas because that’s who this campaign is powered by and that is who I represent. (1/2)
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This lawsuit could put Driving Equality in jeopardy. We made huge strides for Philadelphian's civil rights by reclassifying certain traffic stops. I need your help to keep telling my story and explaining to lawyers and juries why this law is legal and necessary. (3/4)
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Pass it on …
.
@AustinDavisPA
is going to be Pennsylvania’s first African American Lieutenant governor. Pass it on.
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As Chair of
@PHLCouncil
Streets Committee I second this.
@PhilaParking
let’s make it as easy & as affordable as possible for people to pay fines & fees.
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I am humbled to announce my candidacy for City Council At-Large. I believe that I am the candidate who will bring people together to create a coalition for change. Please retweet my announcement video...
#IsaiahThomas4philly
#leadingphillysfuture
…
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country, telling stories of Philadelphia traffic stops violating my civil rights and causing trauma and humiliation. Opponents will say that they are necessary but the police's own data shows that less than 1% of traffic stops help them find weapons. (2/4)
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I am honored and humbled to win the Democratic primary for City Council At-Large. My support through endorsements, donations and now votes stretch through every corner over the City. This a testament to the coalition we have created as I intend to represent every Philadelphian!
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Yesterday in Philadelphia, we had our first bit of snow in quite a while. The roads aren’t clear and it’s a perfect day to pay people to stay home!
#StimulusChecks
#StimulusChecksNOW
#StimulusChecksOrStrike
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Praying for all the families and folks struggling with the lost of a loved one this holiday season. I’m praying for you and I’m here to support you!
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Thanks to Liberty City for your support of my campaign. I’ve been proud to support LGBT candidates bc representation matters. With your support, I look forward to continuing the work in my second term!
@LibertyCityDems
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I’m humbled to receive the endorsement of the Phila. Democratic Party. The endorsement from City Committee is a testament to my candidacy as a coalition builder. I am honored & ready to work to be an advocate for children and families as a member of Council.
#LeadingPhillysFuture
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Miami’s ability to switch everything on defense is going to make them a problem against most teams. Unfortunately for them, you can’t do that against the
@sixers
and
@JoelEmbiid
!
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Join me tomorrow at 6pm for our 2022 Campaign Kickoff on Zoom to discuss this and more. (4/4)
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When people say they quit their job and bet on themselves ask them for receipts✊🏿
Thank you to everyone who supported me through my campaign for
@PHLCouncil
It’s been a long journey to get here but this is a constant reminder of where I’ve been and who has brought me here 🙏🏿
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I am proud to be endorsed by the
@WorkingFamiliesParty
. An organization that prioritizes the needs and struggles of the people I serve everyday and I am proud to be their champion. Thank you, again, for your support! And remember to push
#71
and Vote Isaiah Thomas on May 21st!
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Thanks to my wife
@Kbonita88
and children for picking my ballot position.
Father. Councilmember. Coach.
I wear all hats at all times and am grateful to every community who has helped bring
#TeamThomas
this far. Together, we’re going to
#RunITBack
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I love working with young people. I truly believe that is my calling! I’m forever grateful to the Freedom Schools movement both locally and nationally for preparing me to do this work.
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“I think it sends a message when we say a women should be at the Executive Branch of any level of Government”
Council-Member Isaiah Thomas on one of the many reasons he is supporting
@ewarren
for President.
#Warren2020
#PhillyforWarren
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Please support the Philadelphia Freedom Schools fundraiser brunch 6/9 as
@AfricanaCarr
(Dr. Carr) will be the keynote speaker. You can use the link below to purchase tickets and to sponsor this event & the program for the summer of 2018.
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Thank you
@PFTLocal3
&
@AFTPA
for your support!
Congratulations on your reelection
@candidateTHOMAS
! Our work continues!
#phled
#pftvotes
#aftvotes
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I’ve recently learned that
#DrivingEquality
has come up as point of discussion in current race for the next Philadelphia Mayor. I want to thank Councilmembers, both past and present, who voted in support of
#DrivingEquality
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Check out the piece
@jeligon
wrote in the
@nytimes
about
#americancities
and my view on living in
#phila
#phl
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I’m so excited to announce that the Thomas family is growing.🤰🏿
@Kbonita88
is pregnant! And we’re having our first little girl! 🎀
Join us Friday for my birthday fundraiser and wear pink to celebrate! 🎀
#thethomaspresident
#iqthomas
Details are below. MUST RSVP to attend.
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Dear Parents: Your child should never be in trouble or on punishment because of how they performed on the court or the field. It’s still a game!
Conduct >>> Performance
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8 days until Election Day and I’m asking you to help put a Coach on City Council and make my dream come true. Link below to donate and support my campaign.
#push71
#leadingphillysfuture
#Blacktwitter
#IsaiahThomas
#vote
#championships
#endgame
#blessed
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Happy Anniversary to my amazing and understanding wife... who is understanding enough to let me celebrate with her next week lol Love you 😍
Last night at midnight we were focusing on pushing
#71
on 5/21 ... it’s sad we have no life but at least we have no life together lol.
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I’m proud to be endorsed by Congressman
@RepBrendanBoyle
as my rapport w/ him taught me about being a hardworking young candidate. Working w/ his team over the years has changed the way I view campaigns in this city & I appreciate their unwavering support!
#push71
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#Election2022
is around the corner and we need to focus on increasing voter turnout and getting the best Democrats into every level of government.
Yesterday I seen a disgusting mailer that would achieve the opposite. 1/4
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I’m proud to support
@AndreDCarroll
for State Representative of the 201st. You can vote for Andre if you live (or know someone that lives) on parts of:
Ogontz Ave
Stenton Ave
Germantown Ave
Haines St
Wayne Ave
Chew Ave
Godfrey Ave
Election Day is 5/17/22 - Please vote
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Today is a day of mixed emotion. Give hugs and tell family how much you care. Happy Mother’s Day to my mommy, the mom of our children, and to all of the wonderful moms in my life.
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Good morning
@sixers
fans. My underrated takeaway from last night is
@tobias31
! Not only has he been locked in on defense the entire series, he also set the screen to get
@JoelEmbiid
open for the game winning 3. Have to love his humility and willingness to sacrifice for the team.
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19 is my number ... 2019 is my year. Proud to call myself a state champ... ready to call myself a councilman next. 1 more win. We held it down for Philly today!
#leadingphillysfuture
#coachthomassfa
#coachatheart
#isaiahthomas4citycouncil
#champions
#championships
@MeekMill
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Proud to stand with you
@KendraPHL
@CouncilmemberJG
Majority Whip
@CMThomasPHL
points out that some folks were skeptical about Eviction Diversion, but now Philly is leading the nation in housing justice. Renters organizing and sharing stories is so important to the progress we’ve made.
#ourphillyneighborhoods
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Hi, my name is Isaiah Thomas Jr aka ZJ and my dad is running as a Democrat for City Council At Large. My dad is a great teacher, a great coach, a great leader and he’s a great dad. It would make me happy if he is a city councilman because he has ideas to change the city for good,
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I’m so proud of my son Zj! He has worked so hard during this election, from knocking doors to attending events. This is an experience he will remember for the rest of his life!
#leadingphillysfuture
#push71
#thethomaspresident
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4 years ago, I took a leap of faith, bet on myself & started a journey that led me here today. Thank you to everyone, new friends and old, who have supported me.
This was not the journey I thought it would be but I’m grateful to all of you for every moment. The work continues.
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Yesterday was MAJOR 💪🏿💯 for
@Krasner4DA
& Philadelphia!
See my joint statement with
@helengymphl
@kendraforphilly
@JamieGauthier1
@NikilSaval
@rick4westphilly
@RepRabb
@Fiedler4Philly
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I was proud to endorse
@ewarren
early in her campaign. I’m disappointed to not vote for her but proud that she is putting our country over her own ambitions. I will proudly vote for the Democratic nominee and encourage all of her supporters to do the same.
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Thank you to everyone who came out to my announcement event last week & the unveiling of the documentary on
#DrivingEquality
!
We appreciate your support as we get ready to
#RunITback
! Link in bio to support.
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No invite 🤔
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Our campaign is one of the top grassroots fundraisers for at-large raising money from small donors. I will be accountable to THEM not Republican megadonors. (2/2)
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What do you mean “definitely not
@CMThomasPHL
the city council member?”
I can ball! cc:
@mike_deprisco
@NBCSWashington
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I’m proud to stand with
@JamieGauthier1
as we support
@ewarren
with the entire
@phillyforwarren
team.
Our own
@JamieGauthier1
did a stellar job representing
@ewarren
at the
@phillyforchange
meetup tonight! Great turnout from
#TeamWarren
, too!
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So much crime & trauma this weekend. Some folks I knew (like Sy Sy) and some I didn’t (like Jerry & his son)
The type of activity that make people hate Philly! I’m heartbroken & praying for all those impacted! Just super emotional right now. It’s ok to be not ok. I’m not ok!
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We organized and voted in
#Election22
. And we won.
Excited to work with our Harrisburg Freshmen class, a
@PADems
Majority, and SPEAKER
@Joanna4PA
.
Congrats
@AntBellmon
,
@RepRoniGreen
@TarikforPA
,
@bwaxman
, Pat Gallagher, and Jose Giral!
(
@SpotlightPA
)
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Thoughts and prayers are w/the victims of the West Philadelphia shooting and their families
#westphilly
#phl
#philly
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I’m proud to announce that I will be hosting an awesome panel next week in Washington D.C. for the Congressional Black Caucus! We have some amazing presenters including
@J_7TRE_E
,
@AfricanaCarr
,
@RepHarris
,
@keirbgrey
and more. See the link for details
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Just listen to the audio
#TerenceCruthcher
- why r we a threat? how can terrorist be taken alive but black men can't
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I’m Excited to get my first look at the
@sixers
!
I'm ready to overreact with the rest of the
#Sixersnation
on Twitter!
I’m really looking forward to seeing
@BenSimmons25
and
@JoelEmbiid
growth this off season.
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Thank you Pennsylvania Working Families (
@PAWorkFamilies
@WorkingFamilies
) for supporting
#TeamThomas
.
With your support, we can continue to build a Philadelphia that benefits ALL of us.
#RunItBack
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TOMORROW is Election Day & I’m asking all of my family & friends in Pennsylvania to push button number 7️⃣ vote 🗳️ for Keir Grey (
@keirforpa
,
@keirgrey
) for Attorney General.
Keir is one of the most amazing lawyers with a proven track record. She is a mom, a mentor & someone
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