J Grangenois-Thomas

Community activist, communications consultant, budding entrepreneur, mom and wife. Opinions are my own.

[Joe G @EastEndJoe]

Okay, who did this? 😂

[J Grangenois-Thomas @JoanGeeTee]

@gtconway3d Did you take a job with The Onion?!

[Democracy Forward @DemocracyFwd]

BREAKING: We’re suing the Trump-Vance admin to block an attack on the Affordable Care Act that would cut coverage for 2.2 million people.

This new policy makes it more difficult for people - especially those who are in vulnerable circumstances and patients with chronic medical needs - to get and stay covered by insurance.

[Ken Klippenstein @kenklippenstein]

New York Democratic officials who've declined to endorse Zohran Mamdani (updated):
- Gov. Kathy Hochul
- Sen. Chuck Schumer
- Rep. Hakeem Jeffries
- Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
- Rep. Gregory Meeks
- Rep. Ritchie Torres
- Rep. Laura Gillen
- Rep. Tom Suozzi
- Rep. Dan Goldman
- Rep. George Latimer
- Rep. Adriano Espaillat
- Rep. Grace Meng

[The Tennessee Holler @TheTNHoller]

🔥 MUST-WATCH: @RevDrBarber preaches about Iowa Senator @joniernst’s “we’re all going to die” comments about Republican Medicaid cuts — and her ensuing un-Christian non-apology.

[J Grangenois-Thomas @JoanGeeTee]

@WendellPierce Thank you. These are undocumented people, not 'illegals'.

[Grant Certiorari @GrantCertiorari]

Wow. The Bishop at a church service Donald Trump was attending used a prayer to beg him to have mercy for ALL people.

Stunningly brave.

[J Grangenois-Thomas @JoanGeeTee]

Tik tok :(

[Win With Black Women @WinWithBLKWomen]

Happy Birthday, Shirley Chisholm! The first Black woman elected to Congress and to run for president, she broke barriers with courage, vision, and an unwavering fight for justice. Her legacy inspires Black women to claim their space and lead boldly. #WinWithBlackWomen

[Gillian Flavell @FlavellG]

Photobomb of the Day…

[Democratic Wins Media @DemocraticWins]

BREAKING: Democratic Governor Jared Polis just shared how he reduced the income tax three times, removed the sales tax for many everyday items, established free pre-school and kindergarten. This is how it’s done.

[J Grangenois-Thomas @JoanGeeTee]

Rest in power, sir.

[A'ja Smith @AjaSmith_]

Farewell to a Legend: Last Surviving Buffalo Soldier, Robert W. Dixon, Dies at 103

Today, we honor the extraordinary life of Robert Walter Dixon, the last surviving Buffalo Soldier, who passed away on November 15, 2024, at the age of 103.

Born in 1921 in Manhattan, Dixon enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1941 at the start of World War II. He proudly served as a corporal in the Buffalo Soldiers regiment, where he and his fellow troops trained cadets at West Point in horseback riding and mounted tactics. These soldiers not only served their country but also broke barriers in the face of segregation and inequality.

After the war, Dixon continued to exemplify leadership and service. He worked at IBM in Poughkeepsie, rising to become a manager before retiring in 1977. In his later years, he dedicated himself to his community in Albany, serving as a pastor and a civic leader. He chaired the city's Community Police Review Board and led efforts to memorialize the legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

In 2021, Dixon returned to West Point for the dedication of a monument honoring the Buffalo Soldiers, a powerful reminder of the regiment's contributions and his role in shaping history.

Robert W. Dixon’s life was one of resilience, courage, and service. His passing marks the end of an era, closing the chapter on the living legacy of the Buffalo Soldiers. He leaves behind his wife, Georgia, and an enduring impact on the country he served.

Rest in power, Corporal Robert W. Dixon. Your legacy will never be forgotten.
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[Senator Shelley Mayer @ShelleyBMayer]

Small businesses can make a big difference in our communities. On this #SmallBusinessSaturday, I urge you to support them with your business and your dollars!

[Covie @covie_93]

😂😂

New Zealand bans Candace Owens from their country. https://t.co/LJVgFi7wFx

[Dana Goldberg @DGComedy]

I have shared the same bathroom with Sarah McBride on several occasions, and she never once made me uncomfortable. She did however help me fix my makeup. That congresswoman knows how to blend her foundation, which is more than I can say about Donald Trump.

[Bill Kristol @BillKristol]

Republicans seem a lot more concerned to protect women on the Hill from the imaginary problem of being in a stall next to Rep. Sarah McBride, than to acknowledge and protect women from the very real depredations of men like Matt Gaetz, Pete Hegseth, and Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.

[facesofhaiti • 🇭🇹 @FacesOfHaiti_]

Today, we celebrate the 221st anniversary of the Battle of Vertières — a monumental victory that cemented Haiti’s place as the 1st free Black republic.

Let us remember the courage, sacrifice of our ancestors who fought for freedom and dignity.

Their legacy lives on •🇭🇹
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[Protect Kamala Harris ✊ @DisavowTrump20]

🚨NEW: Senators Jean Shaheen and Jack Reed have sent a letter to the Pentagon demanding they investigate Elon Musk’s business contracts with Russia due to his new role in the federal government.

RETWEET to thank these Senators for standing up for our democracy!