So amazing. U-C-O-N-N… UConn, UConn, UConn!

My first Holi festival!! Thank you Vallabhdham Temple in Newington! #holi @kateforct.bsky.social @mattplourd.bsky.social

To whoever did this at the #NoKings in Boston: Thank you.❤️ It made me tear up. And we must to be reminded of needless damage to humanity that results directly from the careless, bellicose bluster coming from the Pentagon and White House.

We need a Congresswoman! Fight for the country we want, together. #nokings #healthcare #livingwage #socialwork #congress

The data is clear. When Republicans win the White House, maternal mortality significantly increases worldwide. #maternalmortality #usaid #abortion #reproductivehealth #womenshealth

Bueller, Bueller… is anyone in Congress going to stop this fascist madman? His signature on our money is not ok. And their “reasoning” is insane. U.S. Treasury Secretary ⁠Bessent said the move was appropriate given ⁠strong U.S. economic growth and financial stability during Trump's second term.

We’re working on a number of bills this legislative session to reduce costs for CT families. Diapers are costly! #diaperneed #incomeinequality #inequality #workingpoor #health

Today is Equal Pay Day. For the second year in a row, the gender pay gap in the U.S. has widened. It's the first consecutive widening of the wage gap since the 1960s. #electionsmatter #equalpayday #equalpay #womensrights #feminism

When you listen to people, you learn what they need. Happy to support Rep. Jane Garibay in her efforts to pass legislation to allow dental hygienist to provide services in private residences. #HB5303 #dentalhygienist #dentalcare #aging #idd

They have the money for ICE. They have the money for Iran. It was never about the money. It's about the will. #peoplepower #peopleoverprofit #congress #corporategreed

We need more social workers making public policy and serving in office. #CongressNeedsASocialWorker #MacroSocialWork #publicpolicy #socialworkappreciationmonth

This week we continue Social Work Appreciation Month by recognizing Llonia Rojan Jackson! Llonia is the Director of Inclusive Excellence and Belonging for the University of Hartford. #socialworkappreciationmonth #socialwork #socialworker #congressneedsasocialworker

Why would we provide the Iranian regime with a cash infusion when we're actively fighting them? Seems a hot mess to me. #iran #congress #chaos #leadership

This man is devoid of feeling. He’s a danger and an embarrassment to our country. #sooverit

“the action was met with bewilderment by many lawmakers and analysts, who said it will provide the Iranian regime a cash infusion as it actively tries to kill U.S. soldiers on the battlefield.” …it’s as if there was no plan when they started a war with Iran

Eid Mubarak! May your life always be filled with peace, happiness, and success.

We can’t go on like this. Let’s elect people in 2026 who aren’t beholden to the wealthy and corporations! #citizensunited #campaignfinance #moneyoutofpolitics #peoplepower #congress voteforjillian.com/people-power...

The SAVE Act will limit voter eligibility, not safeguard it. Tell the Senate to vote NO. #saveact #suffrage #vote #voterregistration #voter

Explaining to my former professors and current colleagues how our social work education prepared me to be a legislator and will guide my work in Congress. #CongressNeedsASocialWorker #socialwork #socialworker #peoplepower #congress

In 1974, Ella T. Grasso went from Congress to the Connecticut Governor’s Office, making U.S. history as the first woman elected governor by popular vote. #womenwednesday #womenshistorymonth

Policy change is possible… we just need to elect people who have the will. #healthcare #congress #idd #privateequity #peoplepower

Happy St. Patrick's Day! Whether it's wearing green, eating corned beef and cabbage, or searching for a pot of gold, I hope you have a fabulous day! #stpatricksday #eringobragh

Today, Connecticut's Rare Disease Advisory Council hosted a Press Conference to raise awareness and discuss their 2026 priorities! #raredisease #healthcare #rarediseaseawareness

March is Social Work Appreciation Month, and we continue our celebration by recognizing Liza Andrews! Liza is the Vice President of Government & Public Relations at the Connecticut Coalition Against Domestic Violence. Thank you Liza! #socialworkappreciationmonth #social work #socialworker

Great conversation at the New Hartford DTC last night. People should have a say in who represents them in Congress. Optimistic that Connecticut’s 1st Congressional district will have a Democratic Primary Election for the first time in 28 years! #democraticprimary #connecticut #congress

Last week, I met with students of Jewish faith from my community. They shared the fear they feel in school, town, and during worship because of increased antisemitism. Violence and hate are never the answer. My heart is with the Jewish community and those in Michigan.

If we want to ensure our public utilities are making decisions in the best interest of the public, then we have to stop electing people who benefit from their profit. Check out my plan! voteforjillian.com/people-power... #eversource #citizensunited #peoplepower #utilities #congress

On this day in 1993, Janet Reno was sworn in as the first woman U.S. Attorney General. She was quoted as saying, “I made the decision long ago that to be afraid would be to diminish my life.” This Women’s History Month, we celebrate her for leading the way! #womenshistorymonth

Yowza.

I am a proud graduate of the Campaign School at Yale! We need more women in elected offices at all levels. Your experiences, knowledge, and perspective is needed! #womenshistorymonth #WhenWomenRunWeAllWin

Your experience should inform public policy. #CongressNeedsASocialWorker #healthcare #prescriptiondrugs #Congress #healthinsurance

The U.S. Dept of Ed denied from pushing their conservative civics agenda in CT for a second time! A sign of the collective power of everyday people in this moment to stand up for the world we want to live in together— the same power that's going to win elections! #peoplepower #CivicEducation

This month is Social Work Appreciation Month, and we continue our recognition with Ayesha Clarke, a brilliant advocate with a deep-rooted passion for equity and systems change. #socialworkappreciationmonth #socialwork #socialworker

Civics education should not be co-opted by right-wing conservatives. Stop the U.S. Dept of Education from coming in to CT! #civiclearningweek #civiceducation #history #education #teachers

It was never about the money... It's about the will. We need to elect people to Congress who will invest in the American people, not themselves. #peoplepower #CongressNeedsASocialWorker #iran #ice

Chris Murphy: "I think it's likely the United States that carried out this attack on this school. I think it's unforgivable under any circumstances, but the fact this was one of our first targeting decisions speaks to the incompetence of our leadership at the Dept of Defense."

In NYC for the day at the Endometriosis Foundation of America Patient Day! #endo #endometriosis #endometriosisawarenessmonth #womenshealth #healthcare

@joshforct.bsky.social @andrewricect3.bsky.social @jilchrest.bsky.social @hcrichardson.bsky.social @kyleforcongress.bsky.social @mattmattlesser.bsky.social @50501movement.bsky.social We are looking for brave leaders. We are holding the line. Impeach Convict Imprison

On this International Women's Day, I am horrified by the gender based violence that continues to ravage women in global conflicts, and on U.S. campuses, in U.S. homes, and perpetrated by U.S. leaders and the wealthy. #internationalwomensday

@mattlesser.bsky.social @joshforct.bsky.social @andrewricect3.bsky.social @jilchrest.bsky.social @hcrichardson.bsky.social

Rep. Jillian Gilchrest set the record straight: “I have seen cases where a parent was abusive—including cases where the parent who would be notified raped and impregnated their child... I am not willing to abandon young abuse victims.” @jessicavalenti.bsky.social @kylietcheung.bsky.social

Women’s History Month is a dedicated month to reflect on the often-overlooked contributions of women to U.S. history. What women will you celebrate? #womenshistorymonth #womenleadingchange #womenwednesday

Corruption and cruelty. That’s the Trump Administration. One down… who’s next?

March is Social Work Appreciation Month! Today, we recognize Shannon Lane! Shannon is the new Director of the Nancy A. Humphries Institute for Political Social Work at the UConn School of Social Work. #CongressNeedsASocialWorker #socialworkappreciationmonth #socialwork #politicalsocialwork

The U.S. taxpayer shouldn’t be paying for the healthcare and food of Walmart workers while their CEO makes millions. Rather than spend their profits on stock buy backs, Congress should require these companies to pay a living wage. Check out my platform! voteforjillian.com/economic-equ...

As expected, Trump’s war in Iran is already increasing oil prices and negatively impacting household budgets. “The emergency fund was set aside for this very instance when the federal government makes a decision that then negatively impacts the state of Connecticut,” Gilchrest said.

Asking questions and challenging systemic barriers… skills that social workers bring to policy making. #CongressNeedsASocialWorker #WhyIRun #socialwork #socialworkappreciationmonth ./67

Join us! #endo #endometriosisawarenessmonth #endometriosis

Insanity is a commander opening up a combat readiness status briefing by saying, ‘President Trump has been anointed by Jesus to light the signal fire in Iran to cause Armageddon and mark his return to Earth.’ Maybe we shouldn’t have Pete Hegseth, a Christian Nationalist, as Defense Secretary.

People should not be starving in the U.S. We have the ability to ensure everyone has the food they need. It is a matter of priorities and will. Check out my policy platform: Lowering the Cost of Food and Ending Hunger in America. #hunger #food voteforjillian.com/ending-hunge...