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DSA-LA

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We're the Los Angeles chapter of DSA, and we're building an LA for the working class! 🌹☀️ Get involved at dsa.la/links!

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On Tuesday afternoon, the Public Safety Committee of Los Angeles City Council finally lived up to its name by recommending a veto on the LAPD-backed contract to partner with Axon, a Flock competitor that sells AI surveillance cameras and drones.

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Hugo Soto-Martinez and Nithya Raman, the two DSA-LA members who sit on Public Safety Committee, led a vote along with Curren Price to recommend a veto on the contract. Councilmembers Traci Park and John Lee voted in support of the Axon contract.

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The contract, along with the committee's recommendation, will reach the entire Los Angeles City Council during their Wednesday session. DSA members and other community members who are opposed to corporate mass surveillance can visit dsa.la/axe-axon for tools to leave public comment.

dsa.laAxon Action Alert City Council PS Committee 10.20.26LAPD Axon (Surveillance Camera) Contract Action Alert For L.A. City Council Public Safety Committee Meeting on Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Background Earlier this year, the Los Angeles…
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The democratic socialist bloc of Los Angeles City Council led on two important votes during council meetings on Tuesday. Following the recent negative publicity around Flock surveillance cameras, LAPD has been seeking to begin a new $235 million contract with Flock competitor Axon.

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At a Public Safety Committee meeting later in the afternoon, Soto-Martinez and Nithya Raman successfully held up a harmful proposal to massively expand 41.18, the city law that is used to criminally punish homeless people.

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Both issues will return for future votes but the added time will allow for more research and meaningful deliberation. DSA members on council continue to set the standard in seeking solutions to public safety that are non-carceral and rooted in ending racial injustice.

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The democratic socialist bloc of Los Angeles City Council led on two important votes during council meetings on Tuesday. Following the recent negative publicity around Flock surveillance cameras, LAPD has been seeking to begin a new $235 million contract with Flock competitor Axon.

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"Oversight and policy needs to be put first," said Soto-Martinez, "and then the vendor should be able to meet that - or we find another vendor."

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The democratic socialist bloc of Los Angeles City Council led on two important votes during council meetings on Tuesday. Following the recent negative publicity around Flock surveillance cameras, LAPD has been seeking to begin a new $235 million contract with Flock competitor Axon.

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Axon is known for its AI-powered platform that connects surveillance cameras, CCTV footage, and drones to create an invisible and unaccountable surveillance network. The LAPD was unable to explain how these cameras would be audited and how citizens data would be protected.

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‼️ dsa.la/voterguide ‼️ The DSA-LA voter guide is here and it’s jam-packed with information, political analysis, and lowkey, quite a lot of fun little jokes. Head to dsa.la/voterguide or the link in bio AND SHARE WIDELY!!

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Join us TOMORROW for a conversation with socialist school board members @karla4lastudents and @drrivasforlastudents to develop a positive vision for public education 📚️ 🌈 ✨️ RSVP at dsa.la/edu0901 !

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LA City Council just voted 8-6 to kill LAPD Reform — the last major remaining Charter Reform for the 2026 ballot. This comes after council also killed: ❌Council Expansion ❌Ranked Choice Voting ❌Strengthening Independent Oversight via the Controller’s Office. ❌City Attorney Reform (1/2)

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dsa.la/join let's keep the momentum going

dsa.laJoin DSA. Become a member today.Democratic socialists have an historic opportunity and responsibility to play a central role in continuing the political revolution for the long term. As a democratic, grassroots organization, DSA is prepared to meet this challenge. Become a member today.
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Another Democratic Socialist is going to Congress! Congratulations to DSA member @melatkirosco.bsky.social! Congresswoman Kiros will take the fight for a better world to D.C: to Abolish ICE, free Palestine, and win Universal Childcare and Medicare for All.

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Close out Pride Month with DSA-LA! Join us Tuesday, June 30, for a night of dancing, drag, and karaoke! Hosted by the lovely @Chichi_Charlas ✨️ 🌈 RSVP at dsa.la/pride or the LINK in BIO!

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SCHOOL'S IN SESSION Join us June 27 for a full day of breaking down fascism, trading notes on what resistance actually looks like, and building the political analysis we need right now 🙂‍↕️ RSVP at dsa.la/dayschool

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you have until 8pm TODAY. dsa.la/voterguide

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‼️ dsa.la/voterguide ‼️ The DSA-LA voter guide is here and it’s jam-packed with information, political analysis, and lowkey, quite a lot of fun little jokes. Before filling out your ballot, take a look and see who will best strengthen working class and socialist power in Los Angeles.

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‼️ dsa.la/voterguide ‼️ The DSA-LA voter guide is here and it’s jam-packed with information, political analysis, and lowkey, quite a lot of fun little jokes. Before filling out your ballot, take a look and see who will best strengthen working class and socialist power in Los Angeles.

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🚨 The right is trying to repeal Measure ULA 🤬 which has raised $1 BILLION since Dec by TAXING THE RICH. Join us for a virtual teach-in to review the political challenges to ULA, interrogate why rent is so high, and look at how we are using ULA to build a city we can all afford 💘 RSVP at dsa.la/ULA

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Los Angeles is under attack! The forces of evil are descending on our city and trying to turn it into a corporate oligarchy! Join our 6 endorsed candidates this Sunday, May 17, as they play a game of Dungeons and Dragons with the great @brennanleemulligan & other special guests! tix: dsa.la/dnd

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Watch our six DSA-endorsed candidates play Dungeons and Dragons to save LA, led by the GOAT Dungeon Master @brennanleemulligan (Dimension 20, Critical Role, Dropout Comedy) and a few special guests!! 👀 Get your tickets today at dsa.la/dnd ⚔️ 🐲 😎 or the LINK in BIO!!

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‼️ dsa.la/voterguide ‼️ The DSA-LA voter guide is here and it’s jam-packed with information, political analysis, and lowkey, quite a lot of fun little jokes. Before filling out your ballot, take a look and see who will best strengthen working class and socialist power in Los Angeles.

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These billionaires might be fictional, but we know the truth: that megacorporations, bosses, and billionaires are destroying our society, our future, and our environment just so they can make a quick buck. It’s time to force them pay for the services we desperately need. Sign up: dsa.la/taxtherich!

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Happy Trans Day of Visibility🏳️‍⚧️DSA-LA stands in solidarity with the trans community in LA and across America. The trans community is facing increasing attacks from the Trump administration, which is why DSA-LA created the Queer and Trans Liberation working group. To get involved: dsa.la/qtliberation

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We are less than 90 days away from the primary 🤯 Join us this weekend to knock doors for our DSA-LA endorsed candidates, including our future City Attorney @marissaroy_la 😏. No experience necessary. We'll train you on-site and pair you with a buddy! sign up at dsa.la/canvass or the LINK in BIO!

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BUT WAIT... there's more!! Each week, all over Los Angeles, DSA-LA hosts postcarding socials. Come to the bar nearest you to meet like-minded Angelenos and spread the word about the best candidates in town! Check the schedule and sign up at 2026.dsa-la.org/postcarding

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we're gonna TAX THE RICH hehehe 🤭 DSA-LA will tabling at comedy shows across LA for the month of March. We’re looking for volunteers to help gather signatures to get the Overpaid CEO Tax on the ballot before getting to enjoy the show. Sign up at dsa.la/funny !

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TOMORROW 3/11 at Mercado La Paloma! Join us for our series on fascist propaganda. We'll look at fascist states spread their ideology through media, education, and entertainment, investigate why these tactics work, and consider ways we can respond as socialists. RSVP: dsa-la.org/event/fascis...

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We need a councilmember who will be courageous and principled in the fight against ICE. Come canvass with us for Faizah Malik every Saturday at 11am! 🌹 RSVP at dsa.la/canvass 🌹 And come out to support Faizah in her debate against Traci TOMORROW, Sun, Mar 1, 1–3 pm, at First Lutheran Church in Venice

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Come meet with your fellow workers from across the entertainment industry for a fun, low-key space to chat and schmooze on Thursday, February 19th, at Hi Tops in Los Feliz! New and not-yet-members welcome! RSVP at dsa.la/cs_feb or link in bio.

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You’re invited to join DSA-LA's Immigration Justice Committee for a KNOW YOUR RIGHTS virtual training on Thursday, February 19th at 7:00 PM PST. You’ll be provided with crucial information on how to support our immigrant neighbors as ICE terrorizes our city. RSVP now at dsa.la/kyr0219

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Ready to stop doomscrolling and get organized? Join us for our February branch meetings! These smaller, regional gatherings bring socialists together to discuss chapter plans and priorities and—most importantly—meet and connect with one another 💞 RSVP to the meeting closest to you at dsa.la/calendar

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IT’S TIME TO LAWYER UP LA need a city attorney who actually fights for the people. Join our people-powered movement to elect @marissaroyla.bsky.social, who will fight back against bad bosses, greedy landlords, and the Trump agenda. Sign up at dsa.la/2026 to learn more and get involved 😎

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Let's raise some funds to re-elect Eunisses Hernandez to LA City Council! Head to @thehermosillo on Friday, Feb 13, for live mariachi 🎺 , raffles 🎟️ , tarot card readings 🔮, and great food 😋 dsa.la/mariachi

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Don’t let Traci’s Democrat status fool you. She’s funded by the MAGA mega-wealthy, and beholden to their interests. DSA-LA is backing @faizahforla for CD11, a tenants rights attorney who is fighting for a Westside that works for the working class! RSVP for an upcoming canvass at dsa.la/calendar.

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Prem Thakker ツ
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New YouGov poll: Abolish ICE is now at a *record high* level of support in the United States 46% support 41% oppose Independents are +12 on abolishing ICE 19% of Republicans now support abolishing ICE as well

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It's time to get involved with DSA-LA! Come to our first chapter meeting of the year and see what we're all about 💫 RSVP at dsa.la/january or 🔗 in bio

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Come get hyped for @marissaroy_la, the first citywide candidate ever endorsed by DSA-LA! ❌ Wage theft ❌ Abusive landlords ❌ Corporate polluters ✅ A City Attorney who cares about Angelenos RSVP for the community kickoff at dsa.la/time4roy or the link in our bio.