In a time when so much feels uncertain, we cannot lose sight of those navigating systems that were never designed for their safety or dignity. LGBTQ+ asylum seekers continue to face barriers that demand both attention and action. Read more: lnkd.in/eCS7m9E8

NYC Half Marathon, my first 13.1 miles. Grateful to my body for carrying me through this journey. One I will treasure for a lifetime. Now, let’s do more hard things. Go make a ruckus.

Two Americans died at the hands of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. That wasn’t why Kristi Noem was fired. The problem was an ad that didn’t mention Donald Trump. This administration doesn’t care about Americans. It’s not just anti-immigrant.

We have been urging Columbia University to stand up for students’ rights and become a sanctuary campus. The arrest of a student in a Columbia residential building is exactly why we’ve been mobilizing and organizing. The University must fight for this student’s release.

Columbia is a community, but it is failing to ensure its students and neighbors feel safe. I refuse to accept a university that creates a climate of fear. It is time to protect our international students. ICE out of Columbia. ICE out of our homes.

Happy Black History Month. I’m excited to be organizing this virtual event with Hands Off NYC. RSVP www.mobilize.us/handsoffnyc/...

It’s 2026. Are we really still blaming migrants in NYC for the budget deficit? This ignores the real issue: gross mismanagement and lack of fiscal discipline by the Adams administration. The Comptroller’s Office has repeatedly warned about bad contract practices by the Adams Administration.

Out in the streets in solidarity with Minnesota. Our movements don’t stop at city lines. Safety, dignity, and accountability are non-negotiable.

Electoral politics is only one piece of the puzzle. We cannot rely on politicians alone. The silence on ICE raids and proposed cuts to sanctuary cities and nonprofits providing lifesaving care shows why deep base building matters. We protect each other.

15,000 NYC nurses are holding the line for patient safety. Their fight is our fight. We demand a fair contract that puts people over profits. To our nurses: New York has your back. See you on the picket line! 🤝🔥 @nynurses.bsky.social

What happened in Minneapolis is unacceptable. The fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good by ICE is a horrifying escalation. Renee should be here to speak for herself; we cannot accept a single-sided narrative. We demand full transparency and accountability.

The relentless bullying of Cea Weaver by the NY Post and real estate lobby is unacceptable. This isn't journalism or advocacy; it’s paparazzi-style harassment and keyboard bullying. It has to stop.

We’ve already lost the debate on democracy. You can’t claim to lead the free world when your diplomatic strategy is unilateral war. "There should be no bloodshed—especially in a world with 180M+ displaced people.”

My goal in running for office was to challenge the influence of dark money in our politics—and that fight doesn’t end with one election. I’ll be back to represent my community. The 2025 political cycle showed us what’s possible, including the historic election of Zohran as Mayor.

On this longest night of the year, we honor National Homeless Memorial Day and remember the unnamed poor and unhoused, men, women, and children, laid to rest in potter’s fields across this country and around the world. True solidarity demands a new society and a new way of being human.

I want to be clear that I am a strong supporter of supportive housing. When done transparently and in partnership with residents, supportive housing strengthens neighborhoods and ensures people can live with dignity and stability. patch.com/new-york/har...

This year has been heavy for so many families across our city. As we close it out, I’m holding the New York we all love close to my chest. Our city can be better, fairer, and more welcoming. In 2026, we keep fighting for all of us and especially for our immigrant communities.

“Safety isn’t automatic. Baldwin asked, ‘Where would a fleeing black man go?’ Even as a naturalized U.S. citizen, I feel fear and the current administration’s scapegoating of Black people makes it worse for all immigrants.”

Refuge America was born from lived experience — a reminder that safety and belonging should never be privileges. We stand with LGBTQ people seeking safety across the U.S. as they rebuild, find community, and share their stories of resilience and hope. refugeamerica.org

We showed up, side by side, for the Million Walk for Menopause on the West Side — a reminder that when neighbors, and advocates come together, we can break stigma, uplift one another, and build a healthier community for all. 💜 With Assembly member Micah & Rosenthal

Eli is a remarkable leader! And, our community would benefit greatly from his leadership. www.columbiaspectator.com/city-news/20...

The new administration is ready to lead. Now we must come together to support both the transition and governance—proving that progressive leadership delivers.

C’est la vie. At 6:47 p.m., I arrived at the poll site and a young man with a press badge said, “Oh, you’re Edafe?” Then asked, “Can I take your portrait?” “I’ll make sure you get a pic on your Wikipedia page tonight,” he said. What a way to close this chapter.

A new dawn in our city politics.

Go Out and Vote. Polls are open till 9pm!

Change doesn’t come from one politician it comes from the systems we build and the empathy we lead with. I told The Spectator my hope for a new mayoral administration one that centers immigrants, asylum seekers & displaced people in city policy. www.columbiaspectator.com/city-news/20...

Knock on those doors to get Zohran Mamdani into City Hall “When we go knock on doors … we’re not doing it because we’re going to sleep tomorrow, but because we want to be a part of the conversation.” gaycitynews.com/gays-for-zoh...

Happy Indigenous Peoples’ Day!

I fled persecution for speaking my truth. Now in America, I fight so freedom of speech isn’t silenced here too. Our voices matter. Speak up. Be louder.

Firing people, especially comedians, for airing their opinions is meant to scare everyday people from speaking out. It’s a page from the authoritarian playbook, and it’s a scare tactic we must resist.

The Right is coming for legal immigration next—and Democrats have no plan to fight back. Immigrant communities can’t be left defenseless. The stakes are too high. We need courage and a long-term strategy to resist these attacks.

🚨Children as young as FOUR are being forced to face immigration court alone in New York City. That isn’t justice — it’s misdirection. New Yorkers protect kids. We welcome immigrants. We fight for working people.

Who should we hold accountable? Not just the apps fighting safety reforms—but the elected officials who take their money and stay silent. www.thecity.nyc/2025/08/25/d...

🚨 Outrageous: ICE has arrested the first under-18 in NYC under Trump-era raids. A 6-year-old public school student & her mother deported just weeks before school starts. This is Family Separation 2.0—a shameful stain on our nation. We must end policies that tear families apart.

It’s time to wean our local politics off big money. www.Edafe2025.com

Every politician says, “The system is broken.”
But what good is re-electing the same people who admit it—and do nothing to fix it? I’m running for City Council to take local politics back from the billionaires and give power back to the people. Join the fight.
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The middle class is vanishing. Inequality is deepening. Yet too many politicians chase billionaire donors. Until the Democratic Party kicks its addiction to big money, it won’t be a party that fights for everyday people.

Real reform means breaking the Democratic Party’s dependence on big donors and corporate interests. That’s why I’m running as an independent this November—to put working people first. www.Edafe2025.com

“I spent 18 months building something for my community. Bill Ackman, Uber & Bloomberg spent 18 days tearing it down with thousands in outside spending.” edafeokporo.substack.com/p/the-trap-o... The best way to change the system is to dare to participate.

The campaign didn’t end with the primary. These moments—with real neighbors, real stories—remind me why we’re in this. Edafe2025.com

To every volunteer, donor, voter, and neighbor: thank you. We didn’t win this primary—but we did something powerful. As a refugee who never fully felt at home, the 7,500+ of you who ranked me first made me feel seen, heard, and deeply loved. You gave me the gift of belonging.

After the polls close, let’s come together. Join us for our Election Night Watch Party: Lion’s Head Tavern 995 Amsterdam Ave (at 109th St) Tuesday, June 24 Doors open at 8:45pm Let’s celebrate how far we’ve come—and the movement we’ve built together.

Today’s the day. Let’s go out and vote for a grassroots champion—someone who knows what it means to fight for housing, health care, and a New York City we can all afford. I’m not backed by billionaires or political insiders. I’m backed by the people.

Primary elections for New York are tomorrow, June 24th! We’re wishing our endorsed candidates @alexaforcouncil.bsky.social, @shahanafrombk.bsky.social, and @edafeokporo.bsky.social all the best as they run to represent our communities! 🗳 Polls open from 6am to 9pm! Go vote: vote.nyc/election/pri...

Anti-corruption expert and law professor Zephyr Teachout endorses Edafe Okporo, who is campaigning for City Council District 7 of the Upper West Side in New York City. This is a hot race against an incumbent who endorsed infamous, and since indicted, Mayor Eric Adams.

Our #2 pick for Manhattan's 7th Council District seat is Edafe Okporo, who impressed us with his progressive transportation vision and compelling life story. He will advocate for new uptown busways and bike lanes, and expansion of Fair Fares. More about Edafe here: www.streetspac.org/2025_nyc_pri...

In the last week alone, billionaires and corporations like Uber have spent $100,000 trying to beat me. They are afraid of the people-powered movement we have built and the message of responsiveness, accountability, and compassion that has been driving our campaign.

Join us a 5 today--right by the 125th 1 stop!

I'm going to phone bank for Edafe Okporo to be my next City Council member un the UWS of Manhattan. Gonna be part of the “Dial for Edafe Phonebank” - sign up now to join me! #Edafeokporo www.mobilize.us/edafe4cityco...

All generations of voters are showing up early to vote for the issues we’re fighting for: healthcare access, affordable housing, and safer streets.