Taifa Smith Butler

President @demos_org. Former CEO @gabudget. Philly Girl. Mother of a 20yo. 😳 Speaker. Dreamer. Change Agent. Purpose-driven, Christ follower. Tweets=my voice.

[Taifa Smith Butler @TaifaButler]

Our @Demos_Org vision remains the same. We are working to build a just, inclusive multiracial democracy and economy. Ensuring EVERYONE can vote is fundamental. Ensuring our economy works for EVERYONE IS KEY.

[Michael Harriot @michaelharriot]

Bad Bunny should be proud to join the long list of America-hating, Marxist Super Bowl performers whom conservatives hated.

A thread.

[Taifa Smith Butler @TaifaButler]

Yes. Thank you Dr. King. We are pressing on. We’re tired. We’re tired of marching like you. But we will not relent until we get what we are owed. Life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. We want our check! We want America to make good on its promise.

[Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley @RepPressley]

In his last speech, Dr. King reminded us that the greatness of America is the right to protest for rights.

His words are as relevant today as they were then.

In the face of authoritarianism, we'll always remain active, engaged, and relentless in our pursuit of justice.

[Charles Booker @Booker4KY]

Please, take a moment to listen.

[BrooklynDad_Defiant!☮️ @mmpadellan]

Good morning and Happy Monday to everyone who won’t forget that trump removed MLK Jr. Day and Juneteenth from National Park free-entry days, then added his own birthday.

The disrespect is deliberate.

[Taifa Smith Butler @TaifaButler]

Thrill to kick-off the 6-week series Toward a Third Reconstruction with @npquarterly @Demos_Org with a brilliant piece by @PenielJoseph who enumerates on why the struggle for a Third Reconstruction remains important today. Please read and share.

[Demos @Demos_Org]

🔥 Launching today: A 6-week series with @npquarterly on building a Third Reconstruction. Read about how we defeat authoritarianism and build a multiracial democracy—even when the odds seem impossible.

First, @PenielJoseph on the path forward: https://t.co/hEBeMcuCtk

[Taifa Smith Butler @TaifaButler]

Disgraceful.

[Be A King @BerniceKing]

“We’re killing all the right people…” -@LindseyGrahamSC

[Taifa Smith Butler @TaifaButler]

It’s unconscionable that the government shutdown will affect the food security of millions of people.

Your action can make a difference!

https://t.co/0rTXW4BNP9

[Taifa Smith Butler @TaifaButler]

Molly, you in danger, girl.
Molly is America.

Check out my latest blog on what’s at stake for our democracy. We must be vigilant to protect it, before it’s too late.

[Demos @Demos_Org]

From the federal takeover of DC’s police department to retaliatory firings of public servants, a dangerous authoritarian shift is unfolding in real time.

Dēmos President @TaifaButler calls us to mobilize to defend our democracy. Read her urgent warning: https://t.co/qzbR3m4mLO

[Taifa Smith Butler @TaifaButler]

"Harmful rhetoric and outright lies are being spread about immigrant communities to justify weaponizing the government against its people." https://t.co/wXDmaH66Zc

[Taifa Smith Butler @TaifaButler]

We are building power to defend and expand the promise of America for the next generation. https://t.co/0bhhb5SMn0

[Taifa Smith Butler @TaifaButler]

@dianejarrell5 @jamiedupree https://t.co/wHUml2UArw

[Taifa Smith Butler @TaifaButler]

Excited to cohost with @NewEconomyNYC a Public Banking convening today. We released our research today Public Banks: Advancing Racial Equity and the Public Good.

[Demos @Demos_Org]

The SAVE Act isn't about election security—it's about voter suppression. It's also inspiring an uptick in bad “show me your papers” bills across the country.

Learn about proof of citizenship laws, why they’re harmful, and what should be done instead: https://t.co/zQ8sLllUQb

[Taifa Smith Butler @TaifaButler]

The rich should pay their fair share. Check out my latest blog & our Taxes Explained series to understand what's at stake. People don't want to pay for wealthy tax cuts by sacrificing education, critical healthcare programs, and other services vital to the public. We must say no.

[Taifa Smith Butler @TaifaButler]

Bad policy and bad politics are not a good mix. Current tax proposals are bad for everyday people and the public good. New efforts to give the wealthiest among us deeper tax cuts will cost upwards of $7T over the next decade. We must reject these plans and demand fairer taxes.

[Demos @Demos_Org]

Our latest series, Taxes Explained, aims to make tax policy clear and accessible. Read the final piece of the series by @TaifaButler to understand the latest developments in tax policy and what we must do to create a more fair and just tax system.
https://t.co/aGN1uT8WF4

[Demos @Demos_Org]

Political and economic power are inextricably linked.

Congressional Republicans know this and are using their power to silence millions of voters while simultaneously gutting essential programs for families.

For proof, look no further than today's House votes.

[Taifa Smith Butler @TaifaButler]

“People power is greater than the people in power as long as they use it!” @SenBooker

[Taifa Smith Butler @TaifaButler]

My Senator from the great state of NJ is a hero and national treasure. Nearly 24 hours standing on business.

https://t.co/kWARnugslb

[Taifa Smith Butler @TaifaButler]

This is a moral moment!!! Not a right or left.
This is about right and wrong!!

[Taifa Smith Butler @TaifaButler]

It is deeply alarming to have #RobertFKennedyJr confirmed to lead the nation's health agency. Let's hope this is not the end of science, research, changes in public health practice that is detrimental to public health.