Bushra Amiwala
@bushraamiwala.bsky.social
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💪🏽Running for Congress in IL-9 ⭐️First Gen Z Elected Official in the US bushraforcongress.com
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My name is Bushra Amiwala, and I am running for Congress in IL-9
#congress
#IL9
#genz
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📍Spent the afternoon in Evanston, meeting voters where they’re at, learning about what concerns them Today’s biggest topic of concern: affordable health care
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Why can’t republicans admit when someone on their side commits a terrible act
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly is stepping up on Capitol Hill, moving to file Articles of Impeachment against Kristi Noem to hold federal officials accountable. Unchecked power has consequences. Members of Congress must support impeachment — today.
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly is stepping up on Capitol Hill, moving to file Articles of Impeachment against Kristi Noem to hold federal officials accountable. Unchecked power has consequences. Members of Congress must support impeachment — today.
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They said “Self Defense.” The Mayor said they lied. 🤥 The official story in Minneapolis isn’t adding up. DHS claims one thing. Witnesses claim another. A woman lost her life today. We need the truth. Release the body cam footage. 📹
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One AI Data Center uses as much power as 100,000 homes. ⚡️🏘️ ComEd explicitly listed "Data Centers" as the reason your bill is skyrocketing. While they build massive server farms to train AI, you are paying for the grid upgrades. They get the profit. You get the 47% rate hike.
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In 2024, corporate giants spent $16 Billion to hand-pick their politicians. Amazon alone spent $17 Million. They offered me $56,500 to play the game. I rejected every penny. People > PACs. Join the movement in bio. 🇺🇸
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Five years ago today, U.S. Capitol Police Officer Brian Sicknick died after responding to the violent January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol, defending our freedoms as Congress carried out its constitutional duty.
abcnews.go.com/US/ahead-5-y...
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Ahead of 5-year anniversary of Jan. 6, report examines aftermath following Trump's return to office
Ahead of the five-year anniversary of Jan. 6, House Democrats are examining the aftermath of the Capitol attack during the first year of President Trump's second term.
https://abcnews.go.com/US/ahead-5-year-anniversary-jan-6-report-examines/story?id=128912756
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Small businesses aren’t “failing.” They are being pushed out. While we pay full price, Amazon and Mega Corps get millions in tax breaks to set up shop right down the street. Why are we subsidizing Mega Corps to destroy local Skokie/Evanston/Chicago businesses?
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📍Meet & Greet #220 in Park Ridge with folks who’ve lived in IL-9 since elementary school and are back as young adults. We talked a lot about what a member of Congress does, and the burden of student loans. Biggest topic of the evening: ways affordability can be addressed at the Federal level
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We’ve all seen the headlines, but Donald Trump just dropped a bombshell: The U.S. plans to "RUN the country" during the transition. We have over 40,000 Venezuelan neighbors in Chicago counting on us to speak up. Democracy, not colonization.
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7 days ago
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OOTD: 3 layers of heat tech, 2 pairs of socks, and 1 very loud message for Congress. The Chicago wind chill is no joke, but neither is this campaign. We are out here freezing because our community matters. ❄️ Sign up to canvass @
bushraforcongress.com
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This is the second time Trump has launched unconstitutional airstrikes without Congressional approval. First Iran, and now Venezuela. Our taxpayer dollars are being used to invade countries for their resources, while our communities lack healthcare, affordable groceries and quality public schools.
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I’m honored to receive the endorsement of two leading national Pakistani-American organizations, PAKPAC and APPAC, as we head into the March 2026 Democratic primary in Illinois’ Ninth District.
8 days ago
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Grateful for this profile from Niles West News highlighting my roots in D219 and continued commitment to showing up for students, schools, and our community. 👉 Support our progressive, people-powered campaign today.
Tinyurl.com/DonateBushra
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10 days ago
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I’m honored to have the support of Maggie Wunderly, a Bernie Sanders appointee to the DNC Rules Committee, and Laura Sabransky, an elected Bernie Sanders delegate. These are leaders who know what real, people-first progressive values look like and who have been in the trenches fighting for them.
10 days ago
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Help us celebrate Bushra’s birthday! In honor of Bushra turning 28, here are 28 ways to get involved and support the campaign! 💜🎉🎂
11 days ago
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I turn 28 today, and the only gift I’m asking for is my hometown to be represented by a sincere people-powered candidate, not bought out by corporate PACs, lobbyists, and special interest groups
Tinyurl.com/DonateBushra
Let's win. 🎂✊
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Start the new year off right and volunteer with us this week! 🎉 There’s options for everyone - come into the office to write postcards, get out and knock doors, or text voters from the comfort of your own home. Sign up at the link below: Bushra-for-congress.solidarity.tech/volunteer-main-page
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Watch two millionaires try to scare you out of healthcare. They scream “Socialism” because they are terrified of a system that puts Patients over Profits. My platform is clear: ✅Medicare for All ✅No Surprise Bills ✅Health Justice Read the full plan @
bushraforcongress.com
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13 days ago
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Only Congress can declare war. Only Congress can levy tariffs. Only Congress can say how taxpayer dollars are spent. That’s how co-equal branches of government work. Congress chose to cede its power. I'm going to Washington to take it back.
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14 days ago
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📍Meet & Greet #215 in Chicago with hardworking small business owners continues to remind me of the unspoken struggles of owning a small business. So proud of these community leaders. Biggest topic of the evening: Cost to attend college! 📚
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Join us this weekend to canvass and phonebank! Help us talk to voters and get Bushra’s message out! Phone banks will be virtual, so you can participate from anywhere! No experience necessary - we’ll teach you how it works. 💜 Sign up at bushra-for-congress.solidarity.tech/volunteer-main-page
15 days ago
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🎶All I want for my birthday is a donation to my campaign🎶 Please donate $5, $10, $25 today (or what you can!)
bushra-4il.com/birthday
15 days ago
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Happy, Happy Holidays, to those who celebrate, may your holidays be a time of joy, love, and connection with family, friends, and community 💓
16 days ago
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No contract, no coffee, happy holidays
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16 days ago
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I’m proud to be endorsed by D219 Board Member Dr. Nour Akhras and Former D219 Board Member Rebecca Abraham. 💪🏽 As an elected school board member myself and a strong believer in high-quality public education, their support means a great deal to me💜
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They hoped you wouldn’t notice this. The “Press 3” option on the 988 hotline wasn’t just a feature - it was a lifeline for LGBTQ+ youth.…And in July, the Trump Admin quietly deleted it
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19 days ago
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They hoped you wouldn’t notice this. The “Press 3” option on the 988 hotline wasn’t just a feature - it was a lifeline for LGBTQ+ youth.…And in July, the Trump Admin quietly deleted it
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We are failing our children. ICE is poaching taxpayer dollars from public schools. That money is supposed to fund essential mental health and food programs that students depend on. Taking food from children is wrong. Doing it to fund an American gestapo is despicable
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20 days ago
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We just pulled off the biggest canvass IL-9 has seen this winter! With over 30 people eager to knock doors, we’re proud to bring people power, energy and excitement back in the political process 💪🏽 Join us:
bushraforcongress.com
/ or DM to volunteer
20 days ago
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22 days ago
If you live in IL-09, you can't go wrong with this. Your participation makes a difference!
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⚠️ THEY ARE BACK. We had a quiet month, but as of Dec 16, ICE agents have been spotted again in
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#chicago
* ICIRR Hotline: 855-435-7693 SAVE THIS NUMBER & STAY SAFE.
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22 days ago
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Join Congresswoman Marie Newman and Bushra this Sunday at Noon for our canvass in uptown! Register:
bushra-for-congress.solidarity.tech/canvass-with...
📍4181 N Clarendon Ave, Chicago - Dollop Cafe
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23 days ago
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24 days ago
NEW — Three Skokie trustees are backing Bushra Amiwala in
#IL09
Amiwala is one of two candidates from Skokie, an extremely diverse part of the 9th District that's likely to play an important role in the winner of the March 17 primary
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Skokie stands with Bushra. 💜 I am so PROUD to be endorsed by Trustees Gail Schechter, Jim Iverson, and Lissa Levy. Skokie elected officials know my proven work, deep roots in the community, and ability to get things done with teams. Join us today:
bushraforcongress.com
24 days ago
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News flash: We are in an epidemic. 🚨 1 in 4 of us has a diagnosable mental health condition. Every single family is impacted. So why is Congress silent? I’m running to make Mental Healthcare for All a reality, because I know exactly how broken the system is.
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25 days ago
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📍Meet and Greet #211 in Rogers Park with United Working Families 50th is a wrap! UWF 50th is an example of a small and VERY mighty group of organizers, I’m incredibly proud to have stood by for years now. Our biggest topic of the evening: Advocating for Working Families 💪🏽
27 days ago
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I am heartbroken by the antisemitic attack at a Hanukkah celebration in Australia. Hate directed at any group because of religion is inexcusable, and families gathered in faith should never face violence.
27 days ago
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It’s finals week at Brown, and we’ve witnessed a school shooting.. again. We NEED common sense gun laws. Their suffering can be prevented by our lawmakers. My heart aches with the impacted families.
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28 days ago
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We're building this movement one call at a time in District 9, but we can't stop here. If you missed the in-person energy, you can still be a part of the team from your couch Join us for remote phonebanking! Sign up for Saturday & Sunday shifts @
Tinyurl.com/PhonebankSat
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Tinyurl.com/
PhonebankSun
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28 days ago
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We're building this movement one call at a time in District 9, but we can't stop here. If you missed the in-person energy, you can still be a part of the team from your couch Join us for remote phonebanking! Sign up for Saturday & Sunday shifts @
Tinyurl.com/PhonebankSat
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Tinyurl.com/
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28 days ago
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Last night's Phonebank Launch was a huge success! This weekend we are keeping the calls going! Sign up for a shift, make some calls to voters, and help us keep getting the message out. No experienced required! ❄️ Sign up for Saturday:
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Sign up for Sunday:
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29 days ago
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The corporate machine is betting on YOU to scroll past this video, and let them buy this election. Let’s prove them wrong
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29 days ago
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Make
@bushraamiwala.bsky.social
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bushra-for-congress.solidarity.tech/phonebanking...
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Congress gave ICE $45 billion to put families in cages. On day one, I’m taking it back.
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📍Meet and Greet #211 in Evanston is a wrap! In a room with all educators, our shared passion for ensuring every student in this country has access to the utmost quality public education was a validating sentiment Needless to say biggest topic of the evening: Education! 📚
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Phone bank with us this Thursday Dec 11th at 6pm! Join us in person for our kickoff event at campaign HQ or phone bank remotely! No experience required - come learn how it works and call in district voters for Bushra! 📍4918 Dempster Street, Skokie RSVP down below:
tinyurl.com/BushraPhoneb...
about 1 month ago
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What a great way to connect with 100+ folks at DSA’s candidate forum. Let’s do this ✊🏽🌹
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