Ryan Thomas

Progressive communicator and queer Minnesotan. Previously @TheOtherMandela, @TheDemocrats, @StandUpAmerica, @TaxMarch, The Hub, and @HFA. (he/him)

[Emily Norman @datanorms]

It’s 5 days until Election Day 2023 and @DemDataExchange members have the data they need to run the most effective and efficient campaigns when it counts.

[Alissa Stollwerk @AlissaStollwerk]

Great article on the crucial work being done over at DDx, led by the brilliant Emily Norman @datanorms. What she and her team have built over last several years is incredible.

[Ryan Thomas @ryanthomas_dc]

Key quotes from @merica’s profile:

“DDx is the most under-appreciated, lesser known, but most important linchpins of this apparatus.” — @TheDemocrats’ @samcornale

“DDx is one of the most important tools in our arsenal for electoral work in the states."  — @OHDems’ @lizmwalters

[Dan Merica @merica]

‘Liquid Gold’: How the Group Behind Democratized Data Could Help All Democrats in 2024

Our story on DDx, the role it will play in the 2024 election, and how it is viewed as 'the most under-appreciated' but critical weapon in the Democratic arsenal: https://t.co/ddXeYM3ivF

[Dan Merica @merica]

Political campaigns are often defined by their most public-facing aspects.

But these days the true power lies hidden underneath, in the form of massive data operations that determine nearly everything a candidate does.

Our story: https://t.co/ddXeYM3ivF

[Dan Merica @merica]

‘Liquid Gold’: How the Group Behind Democratized Data Could Help All Democrats in 2024

Our story on DDx, the role it will play in the 2024 election, and how it is viewed as 'the most under-appreciated' but critical weapon in the Democratic arsenal: https://t.co/ddXeYM3ivF

[Informing Democracy @Inform_Demo]

With the #PAElection around the corner, these are the key dates we're monitoring in the counting and certification process: https://t.co/c0WVsVoEdD

[American Bridge 21st Century @American_Bridge]

NEW VIDEO: The Virginia GOP's game plan, led by @GlennYoungkin, is to elect anti-abortion extremists and pass legislation that bans abortion earlier than 15 weeks in the last safe harbor for abortion access in the South. #VALeg

[Informing Democracy @Inform_Demo]

Registrars are essential to the administration of fair and secure elections.

As they are forced out by conspiracy-minded election boards, it’s a threat to our democracy.

https://t.co/G4GyPmL0pR

[Daniel Wessel @da_wessel]

An overwhelming majority of Americans, including just about half of Republicans, disapprove of the jobs Republicans in Congress are doing.

[Ryan Thomas @ryanthomas_dc]

@ofirahy @JoeBiden @da_wessel So well deserved! Congrats @da_wessel!!

[CJ Warnke @cjwarnke]

NEW from @NavigatorSurvey:

Seven in ten Americans now disapprove of the way Republicans in Congress are handling their jobs, including – for the first time – a plurality of Republicans.

[Dan Merica @merica]

Biden Campaign, DNC Outraise Republican Opponents

Democrats continue their strong fundraising trend, as Biden enjoys nearly $91 million in his campaign bank account.

Our story: https://t.co/OkbxUwoFI9

[Informing Democracy @Inform_Demo]

In the report, you'll find:
- A timeline of the vote counting and certification processes
- An extensive research library of all local election officials
- An overview of troubling anti-democracy trends among election administrators

[Informing Democracy @Inform_Demo]

📢 New today: Our 2023 Virginia Vote Counting and Certification Report.

This report is a resource for pro-democracy advocates and partners to help ensure the safety of our elections and the sanctity of our democracy.

https://t.co/S2FE6yUnCh

[Ryan Thomas @ryanthomas_dc]

The research and analysis is designed to make the detailed process of #VAelections more transparent to avoid potential vulnerabilities being exploited by those who embraced election denialism, subversion, or other anti-democracy activities.

Full report ⤵️
https://t.co/yJPf9URY8s

[Ryan Thomas @ryanthomas_dc]

New from @RTDNEWS' @charlottewords:

@Inform_Demo released a step-by-step guide on the #Virginia elections that includes timelines and charts explaining the process, identifies key individuals involved, and notes potential vulnerabilities.

Read more 👇
https://t.co/43pTS2vhe3

[Ryan Thomas @ryanthomas_dc]

“While elections in Virginia are generally well organized and run by dedicated public servants, there are a number of risks we must monitor in order to keep anti-democracy actors from undermining elections this year.”— @Inform_Demo's @just_jenna on the report

[Brandon Jarvis @Jaaavis]

New polling in battleground districts on abortion by @DataProgress shows that likely voters in competitive districts do not trust Republicans on the issue of abortion.

https://t.co/U6rBJzF3JT

[Mandela Barnes @TheOtherMandela]

In WI and other states with GOP majorities, attacks on our electoral process have become expected.

But this does not need to be the norm, the Freedom to Vote Act and John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act could help protect everyone's right to vote.
https://t.co/ymG7q7bEHA.

[Ryan Thomas @ryanthomas_dc]

@darwinforsyth Congrats, Darwin!