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Rep. Paul Tonko

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Verified VoterSchenectady, NY

Stop Musk Now

The actions of Elon Musk and his allies in dismantling government agencies like USAID are deeply concerning and threaten the well-being of millions around the world. USAID has played a vital role in promoting global health, democracy, and humanitarian relief for over 60 years. The wholesale firing o

Map PinPattersonville, NY

Protect Democracy from Elon Musk’s Unlawful Influence

I am writing to express my deep concern over the increasing and unlawful influence that Elon Musk is exerting over the federal government. His appointment to an unofficial but seemingly powerful role—without Senate confirmation, without congressional oversight, and without the legal creation of a de

Verified VoterAlbany, NY

Stop Musk and Trump Coup

We cannot allow unelected billionaires like Elon Musk to seize control of our government and undermine its core institutions. His bureaucratic coup through the so-called "Department of Government Efficiency" represents a dangerous assault on democratic norms and processes. Musk has no mandate from t

Verified VoterSchenectady, NY

Reject unethical plan to seize Gaza, respect human rights

<message> I am desperately urging you to firmly reject any plan to seize Gaza and forcibly relocate millions of Palestinians, as this represents a dangerous overreach of U.S. power that violates human rights and international law. All efforts should focus on promoting a negotiated resolution that re

Verified VoterCohoes, NY

STOP THE COUP!

Enough is ENOUGH! President Trump and his administration, lead by Elon Musk, are dismantling the Federal government one step at a time and NO ONE is doing anything to stop it. It is a slow coup and before long it will be accomplished and Congress and thr judiciary are doing NOTHING to stop it! Man

Map PinLatham, NY

Safeguard democracy from Musk's unilateral overreach

The situation with Elon Musk's growing influence and control over various government agencies is deeply concerning. As an unelected individual, Musk's actions undermine democratic principles and processes. His takeover of crucial systems like federal payments and access to classified information pos

Verified VoterSchenectady, NY

Protect Treasury payment systems from partisan interference

The DOGE commission gaining access to sensitive Treasury payment systems is deeply concerning and poses potential risks to the integrity of critical government functions. Allowing a partisan task force to potentially interfere with or disrupt payments for Social Security, Medicare, and other vital p

Verified VoterClifton Park, NY

I believe the Department of Education serves an important purpose in setting standards and providing resources to support quality education nationwide. While states and communities play a vital role, federal involvement helps ensure equitable access and opportunities for all students. Abolishing the

Map PinLatham, NY

Safeguard financial systems, revoke Musk's improper access

Our federal payment systems handle trillions of dollars and are critical infrastructure that cannot be tampered with for political motivations. Granting unauthorized individuals like Elon Musk's team access to these sensitive systems risks severe economic damage and undermines the full faith and cre

Verified VoterSchenectady, NY

Enjoin Musk from access to US financial systems

Stop Elon Musk and those six young men. They have no right to exert control over US FINANCIAL systems. Bring an action for immediate INJUNCTION. You have standing.

Verified VoterAlbany, NY

Elon Musk Coup

How are you going to stop Elon Musk’s takeover of our data and financials in the government? He and his unvetted team are usurping the power of the executive branch. What is the plan to address uphold your oath to uphold the US Constitution? How are you going to decisively counter and protect this b

Map PinSchenectady, NY

Fight and obstruct the Republican agenda

Fight! File impeachment motions every day. Obstruct everything the Republicans try to do. Deal with every single thing they throw at us. Start yelling!!! Cause an uproar. YOU ARE GETTING BLAMED FOR ROLLING OVER. We are counting on you.

Verified VoterWaterford, NY

Reject abolishing Department of Education, prioritize public education funding

The Department of Education plays a crucial role in ensuring equal access to quality education for all students across the nation. Terminating this vital agency would have severe consequences, jeopardizing the educational opportunities and futures of millions of young Americans. We must prioritize i

Verified VoterCohoes, NY

STOP TRUMP! DO YOUR JOB!

Trump is violating federal law and the Constitution and you are doing NOTHING! What is the point of having a Congress if you do NOTHING! Checks and balances only work when Congress and the Judiciary are willing and able to stop the executive from doing whatever they want. Clearly this is not happ

Verified VoterTroy, NY

DGE & Access to the Treasury Data System

exactly how did Musk get access to the Treasury Data system? People are terrified and furious- Musk has no legal standing, he is not an employee, he has no security clearance but trump simply hands him the keys to the Treasury system. Forgive me if i can't even wrap my mind around this, or why Congr

Map PinBallston Lake, NY

Abuse of power

The reports of DOGE personnel attempting to access classified USAID systems and personnel files without proper authorization are deeply concerning. No one should be able to access sensitive government information and private data without following established protocols and having the requisite secur

Map PinSchenectady, NY

YOU MUST DO SOMETHING. You must make a clear statement that “This is bad, that it’s likely to get worse for a while. But we don’t accept this; we have power too. We’re going to fight this in the courts; we’re going to gum up the works in Congress; and more than anything we’re going to fight this in

Verified VoterTroy, NY

Musk gets access to the federal payment system

Musk just got access to federal payment systems? Where are the democrats?? Why is no one taking them to court or screaming on the news? Musk?! For G-d's sake- he is not elected. he is not even an employee. I want to know what my representatives are doing? This is unconscionable, outrageous and if

Verified VoterSchenectady, NY

Kennedy's anti-vaccine stance threatens public health, disqualifying HHS leadership

The American people should be deeply concerned about Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination to lead the Department of Health and Human Services. His longstanding campaign against vaccines and distortion of scientific evidence raises alarms about safeguarding public health under his leadership. During th

Verified VoterSchenectady, NY

Halt Elon Musk's Undue Influence Over Federal Government

Tesla CEO Elon Musk's recent attempts to influence federal decision-making are highly concerning. Reports indicate that he has brought in his own team to rewrite official communications and policy statements across multiple government agencies. This is an egregious overstep by a private citizen and

Map PinDelmar, NY

Protect rights of federal employees and civil servants

The concerning actions of the current administration towards federal employees and their livelihoods are unacceptable. We must take steps to safeguard the rights and well-being of all Americans, including those devoted to public service. Government workers provide essential functions and should neve

Map PinDelmar, NY

Save our country

Something must be done immediately to fight back against Musk's illegal attempts to take over the Treasury payment system, access federal HR data, and lock career officials out of their computer systems. Do whatever needs to be done urgently. Contact the military as if necessary! They are taking awa

Map PinClifton Park, NY

I vehemently oppose Elon Musk having the power to lock government workers out of computer systems that hold sensitive information about citizens. There is no oversight from the government, and this is an attack on our nation and its people. I urge you to take action against this hostile takeover of

Verified VoterSchenectady, NY

Encourage federal agencies not to hide information

If you have any authority or ability to influence federal agencies, please call on CDC to restore the LGBTQ+ and other information on their website which they scrubbed today. Not only does removal of the information damage their authority on public health, it also harms researchers, parents, caregiv

Verified VoterSchenectady, NY

Musks illegal attempts to over throw and control the government

Something must be done immediately to fight back against Musk's illegal attempts to take over the Treasury payment system, access federal HR data, and lock career officials out of their computer systems. Do whatever needs to be done urgently. Contact the military as if necessary, for all intents and

Verified VoterVoorheesville, NY

I’m extremely concerned that Donald Trump eliminated the membership of a key committee that handles aviation security just days before this awful crash in DC. He also enacted a federal hiring freeze, which ended efforts to hire mair traffic controllers we desperately need. Trump’s attacks on civil s

Map PinSchenectady, NY

Unjust attack on trans and human rights

The proposed executive order seeks to categorically deny the existence and identities of transgender, non-binary, and gender non-conforming individuals. This degrading and dehumanizing stance contravenes basic human rights and dignity. Rather than promoting an atmosphere of inclusion and understandi

Verified VoterSchenectady, NY

Vote no on all unqualified and dangerous nominations

Unqualified and partisan cabinet nominations threaten the integrity of crucial government agencies. Trump's picks lack relevant experience and expertise required to effectively lead and impartially serve the American people. Many nominees have troubling histories of misconduct allegations, conflicts

Map PinSchenectady, NY

We need to actually fight and show a stronger front against this administration

The Democratic governors are rightfully concerned that the Senate is not putting up a stronger fight against President Trump's divisive agenda and unqualified cabinet nominees. We cannot afford to give an inch, as doing so will enable four years of destructive policies that undermine our democratic

Map PinTroy, NY

This federal attack on trans and LGBT groups is abhorrent

The proposed executive order seeks to categorically deny the existence and identities of transgender, non-binary, and gender non-conforming individuals. This degrading and dehumanizing stance denies basic human rights and dignity. Rather than promoting an atmosphere of inclusion and understanding, i

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