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Saikat for Congress

Saikat for Congress

@saikatforcongress

Engineer, organizer, policy wonk. Running for Congress to represent San Francisco (CA-11). We need solutions as big as the problems we face. Previously Chief of Staff to @AOC, Director of Technology at Bernie 2016, founding engineer @Stripe.

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The campaign has ended, but the mission remains. We must wrest control of our country away from the corporations and back into the hands of people is still ahead of us. And the only force capable of doing that is a movement of people unlike any we have seen in generations.

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The most beautiful part of this campaign is the places you end up — from line dancing with the youth to dancing with aunties. Election day has been so fun, but the campaign is far from over. Make sure to vote before 8 PM tonight!

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No matter what the result is tonight, I’m so proud of what we’ve built together. Being a part of a team like this is really a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, and I’m never going to forget it. Looking forward to continuing this fight with you all, to November and beyond.

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Somehow our representatives never question how we fund a genocide in Gaza, but the moment we bring up universal healthcare or childcare, suddenly there's no money. In Congress, I'll call out that hypocrisy and vote for what the people actually need — because I'm not bought by foreign lobbyists.

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It’s becoming clearer and clearer that AIPAC is doing everything they can to keep me out of the top two & secure a win for Scott Wiener in November. First we heard reports that an AIPAC affiliated group is dumping $475k into this race at the last minute to keep me out of the general.

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According to recent reports, an AIPAC front group is spending big in our race to try to keep me out of the general election. That’s because they know I have the best chance of beating Scott Wiener, their preferred candidate, and I am the biggest threat to AIPAC’s power in DC.

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If you are against SuperPACs, you should not be using "redboxes" to communicate with those SuperPACs.

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Sat down with @mattxiv.bsky.social to discuss AIPAC, AI and the crypto lobby, and why they're doing everything they can to hide their donations. They are all are toxic and we need to get rid of their influence in our government completely. In Congress, that's exactly what I'll do.

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I'm so grateful to the thousands of volunteers who have joined this campaign on the doors, the phones, and at farmers markets all across the city. This campaign has always been about the movement, and that movement wouldn't happen without them.

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Catch us at the doors all weekend long and join us on Election Day to help get out the vote.

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To combat the housing shortage, I'll fight to build millions of units of affordable housing — reinstating the Reconstruction Finance Corporation to build what the private market won't.

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If we're serious about tackling the affordability crisis, we need to kick PG&E out of our city, pass Medicare for All, stop corporations from fleecing you, and get back to tuition-free public colleges and trade schools.

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On June 2nd I'm going to need your help to cross the finish line, so join us to canvass the city all day long. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner will be provided.

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June 2nd will be “lit, crazy, movie”, in the words of Dior & Eli. Join our field team on Tuesday for the most fun Election Day San Francisco has ever seen. Breakfast, lunch, & dinner will be provided and we're hosting an Election Night Party at The Chapel. Join us with the link in thread!

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Happy Teacher Appreciation Month! Thank you to all the teachers who do the tireless work of educating our kids, and a special thank you to Mr. Hicks for everything he did for my friends and me growing up.

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A deal's a deal. I'll see you on election day to get out the vote. Hit the link in thread! Shoutout the McKinley kids who were hanging out at the park for cheering me on :)

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I’ve called San Francisco home since I was 23. It’s where I’ve met my closest friends, raised my daughter, built my life. This city gave me everything. I’m running for Congress to make sure the next generation can build a life here too.

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We’re not taking any corporate PAC, AIPAC, AI or crypto lobbyist money. And that’s why we need your help. So donate to @nateforutah.bsky.social today or join me at the doors with the links in bio!

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@nateforutah.bsky.social and I are fighting for what the people actually want. We need to abolish ICE, pass Medicare for All, end our endless wars, and stop funding genocide. Support our campaigns by donating to Nate or volunteering with me.

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I’m excited to join Rep. Rashida Tlaib in Congress to make sure her voice is not one of a few, but one of many.

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I decided to run for Congress against Nancy Pelosi because we need a new generation of leadership to deliver a fundamentally better life for ALL — not just stop Trump. We’ve built the largest field operation in San Francisco history, knocking almost half a million doors.

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You can catch me all around the city this week. If we haven't met yet, feel free to stop by one of our many events and let's chat about the issues that matter to you. We've also added on a drag trivia night at Moby Dick this Thursday at 7pm.

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I don't take any corporate PAC, crypto, or AI money and I never will. That's why I can have a real AI plan that works for working people, instead of just giving a slap on the wrist to tech oligarchs.

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I’m not running to climb the ladder of a broken political establishment. I’m running to create a better future & country for my daughter’s generation to grow up in.

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Happy Bike to Wherever Day! SF Bicycle Coalition has been doing amazing work advocating for safer, bike-friendly streets. They're also the folks who taught me how to ride a bike again as an adult :) It’s a lovely day outside, so take your bike out and explore our amazing city.

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No surprise that my Super PAC backed, corporate-sponsored opponent doesn't support an overpaid CEO tax. I'm voting YES on Prop D, because our city runs on the essential services that keep our communities safe, healthy, and connected. And because I don't owe anyone any favors.

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I'll be at Harrington’s Bar and Grill this Thursday at 6pm for a meet and greet. Come through to chat, I'd love to hear from you about what you hope to see in your next Congressperson. RSVP with the link in thread

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@jamaalbowmanny.bsky.social knows what it's like to go against corporate candidates. We know we can win this thing without a dime of AI, corporate, or AIPAC money because of volunteers like you. Sign up at the link in bio to knock doors and make calls with us ahead of the primary.

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When the country wouldn't move, San Francisco pushed. We’re in the midst of a change moment sweeping across the nation, and this city has the chance to push our country forward once again.

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It's always been about people-powered movements, and this time it's not just one of us at the top of a presidential ticket. This time, we have candidates across the country ready to change the party.

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We need to change the party, and we're going to need each other to do it. I'm proud to be running alongside @darializaforny.bsky.social, @melatkirosco.bsky.social, and Angela Gonzales-Torres.

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One of @aoc.bsky.social’s biggest talents is being able to do reframing like this on the spot.

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Corporate Dems in SF are starting to sound a lot like Republicans in Congress. Their message is clear: question the establishment, and you're not welcome in the party. Well, sorry, but you don't own this party.

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Bruce Lee is a legend and global icon from San Francisco’s own Chinatown. SF’s very own Matt Haney’s bill to commemorate Bruce Lee Day is currently in the state legislature and will hopefully become official later this year.

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The same people funding the campaign against the wealth tax are funding a super PAC backing my opponent, Scott Wiener. I'm sure it's just a coincidence that Scott Wiener came out against the wealth tax this week.

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We're knocking on EVERY door in the city. Doesn't matter if we need to trek up a hill or hop on a ferry. Sign up for a volunteer shift with the link in bio in thread!

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Just got back from touring the venue for our rally this Thursday! There's something special about this moment, and I can't wait to share it with you in person. Hit the link in thread to RSVP, spots are filling up fast! 📆 Thursday, May 7th ⏰ Doors open at 5pm 📍 715 Harrison St.

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I'm not planning on going to Congress alone. The transformational change I'm talking about takes a team, and I'm proud to be supporting @nateforutah.bsky.social and excited about the idea of entering Congress together.

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Ask your democracy if Saikat Chakrabarti is right for you.

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The momentum behind this campaign has been incredible, and on May 7th, we get to celebrate what we've built together and what we're fighting for: Medicare for All, banning congressional stock trading, and ending our involvement in forever wars. 📆 Thursday, May 7th ⏰ 7pm 📍 715 Harrison St.

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I guess Scott Wiener's talking points on regulating AI and tech are waiting on approval from the AI lobby. Until then, you can read my stance in Mission Local or check out our comprehensive plan to control AI so it works for humanity and not the oligarchs on our website.

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We can either let big AI companies and their CEOs control this technology, or we can take the power back into our hands. That’s why I’m announcing my 6-part plan to make AI work for people, not oligarchs. Check it out at the link in bio.

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The same tech VCs and crypto billionaires supporting my opponent, Scott Wiener, are also supporting a pro-Iran War primary challenger against Ro Khanna. That's because the tech industry has become one of the biggest profiteers from America's endless wars.

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Couldn't find a disclosure anywhere on the "misinformation mobile" driving around town, so we figured we should give y'all one.

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The AI oligarchs are pouring money into races all across the country, including this one, and there's a reason: I know how the technology works and how to regulate them, and when I'm in Congress I'll hold them accountable.

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A rainy day shouldn't cause financial ruin. That's why I'm fighting to make life more affordable with Medicare for All, a $300 monthly child stipend, and public power so PG&E can't charge you more for less.

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The AI lobby has entered our race to bankroll my opponent, Scott Wiener. That's because he worked with them to water down AI regulations in California. As his reward, he gets a huge super PAC.

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This June we can fight back against Trump’s budget cuts. The Overpaid CEO Act would bring $200 million back to the city by adding a small surcharge on large corporations whose CEOs make more than 100 times the median wages of their employees.

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Blatant war crimes. This is what our tax dollars are funding.

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The last time we threw an office opening party, over 500 of y'all showed up, so we're hosting another one right here at our brand new office in the Castro. 📆 Thursday, April 23rd ⏰ 6:30 PM 📍582 Castro St

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