Erica Makes It All

What’s the most over the top item you’ve ever knit? Mine has to be the Star Wars sweater my son wore a few years back. He adored it and even posed for holiday photos while holding his lightsaber.

I'm the only mom in this race. I'm also a single parent who pushes a shopping cart and fills up my minivan. I know the challenges Californians face because I face them, too.

Lowering costs for families means breaking down the largest pieces of people's budgets. Housing. Education. Childcare. I've made these my policy priorities since day one. That's why I'm the candidate who knows how to make California affordable.

Hello @cityofirvine.bsky.social - I’d love if we did the same.

I'm hosting a virtual Jeopardy game for our grassroots donors tomorrow night at 6:30 p.m., and you're invited! Donate here to join: secure.actblue.com/donate/jeopa...

If Trump's going to attack California, yeah f— him

A story in two parts:

Guess it is time to repay the Fairshake PAC folks who bought him the senate seat.

I’m the only candidate in this race who is a mom. I drive a minivan, push a shopping cart, and I actually know how much groceries cost. And I know what it takes to make life more affordable for California families.

Finishing two sweaters in a single day?! Who even am I? Time to go start at least five more. @lyricalknits.bsky.social designed the fuchsia sweater. It’s a remake of an old favorite. I’m glad every morning of May and June in SoCal is sweater weather - gives me an excuse to wear it lots.

So honored to receive the endorsement of Contra Costa Young Democrats! As a mom of three teenagers, I understand the anxieties that young Californians face, from fears of drowning in student loans to not being able to buy a home. (1/2)

Yikes! “”He said very clearly that, at this point, he wasn’t supportive of single payer,” said Dr. René Bravo, president of the California Medical Association.” www.kqed.org/news/1208205...

Senator @elizabeth-warren.bsky.social knows I’ve never backed down from a fight when it comes to protecting California families. That won’t stop when I’m Governor.

I fought back against the Trump Administration’s attacks on our democracy in Congress and I’ll defend voting rights when I’m governor too.

I’m a single mom of three teenagers who do not believe they’ll be able to afford a home in California. We have to build more and build faster so that our kids can afford to stay in California—and that’s why housing will be my number one priority as governor.

Californians can trust me because I am not for sale—not at any price.

I’m honored to be endorsed by: ATU CA Labor Fed CWA IBEW 441 Machinists NUHW OCEA SMART Teamsters UAW UNAC/UHCP And millions of hardworking Californians who deserve a leader who puts them first.

Communications workers keep California connected. They deserve a Governor who has their back. I am honored to have the support of CWA District 9!

California, this election is about who you can trust to fight for you. I’m not a billionaire. I have never taken corporate money. I’ve never hesitated to take on Donald Trump. And as governor, I will fight for a better future for California.

Thirty ex-staffers of California gubernatorial candidate Katie Porter (D) are vouching for their former boss in a new letter, pushing back on concerns about her temperament raised by two video clips that show her speaking sharply to a staffer and a reporter.

I was barricaded at the Capitol on January 6th. I saw Trump’s assault on our democracy firsthand. So I built a bipartisan organization to defeat election deniers across the country. We ended their careers & protected democracy. I don’t just talk about standing up to Trump. I’ve done it, and won.

So grateful to earn the endorsement of Assemblywoman Petrie-Norris! We have long fought to bring down costs for California families, and I look forward to working with her as Governor.

Spotted some ducklings and had to get a video for @banditelli.org

Our democracy is under attack — from Donald Trump, billionaires, and special interests. Katie Porter is the fighter California needs as our next Governor, and Team Katie is ready to help her win. 💪

Today, @hbomax.bsky.social airs their new documentary "Thoughts & Prayers" on the $3 billion (!) shooting-preparedness industry and the way the US has pursued moneymaking rather than effective policy change to keep kids safe. @thepom.bsky.social reviews it here: www.the-pom.com/p/review-hbo...

I’ve never been for sale, and I never will be. Join End Citizens United and me for a virtual event this Wednesday where we’ll talk about how we can make California a state that works for everyone. RSVP: www.mobilize.us/endcitizensu...

To this day PR people ask me if Intuit really asked me to delete this part of the interview and shake their heads in sad disbelief. My friends what we sell here is our ethics policy

Not sure about this new Andrew Cuomo ad

I was quite surprised to show up at my parents house to find this baby owl in a box. They found it on the ground in their yard along with two dead siblings. Luckily we were able to get this guy over to a wildlife rehab place. They report that it is doing quite well.

I was quite surprised to show up at my parents house to find this baby owl in a box. They found it on the ground in their yard along with two dead siblings. Luckily we were able to get this guy over to a wildlife rehab place. They report that it is doing quite well.

At UC ANR, we honor every identity and embrace the power of community. You matter. You belong. 🌈💖 #Pride #UCANR #LoveIsLove

@darrenpardee.dissky.com - thanks for the Folks dinner recommendation! We went last night. The tomato/cheese/bread was unbelievably good. Had to order a boring pizza due to the picky child, but it was still great.

Thank you City of Benicia Mayor and City Council forr your consistent support of our LGBTQIA2S+ community!

Despite the politics of the city council, the Huntington Beach community continues to show that they reject homophobia and transphobia. Excellent showing tonight.

Uline's owners are the 2nd biggest political donors to Trump, so found a non-MAGA alt rec'd on Reddi: EcoEnclose. For shipping boxes for original comic art, so I got EXACTLY the size I wanted. It's half the price once you add in shipping to my house from Uline. EcoEnc $120.32 vs Uline $238.38.

Take a moment and donate whatever you can spare. Our local LGBTQ+ center has received 20k less in donations than last year (which was already down from 2023). Grants will be interesting going forward. Please help as you are able. Queer folks helping Queer folks. www.solanopride.org

Struggling with social cues as an autistic person isn't necessarily missing them entirely. It's sometimes being painfully aware that someone's annoyed with you... knowing you're making it worse with every word... and having absolutely NO idea why it's happening or how to fix it.

Trump has now arrested a judge for a decision she made in her courtroom. His FBI director bragged about the arrest online but then deleted the post. They know this is unconstitutional.

What happens when you're rooted in the ground and can't escape 🔥? If you're a 🌳, luckily your ancestors developed a host of adaptive responses they passed on to you. Here are a few we saw in our #PalisadesFire fieldwork. @ucanr.bsky.social @luskininnovation.bsky.social

There's so much power that comes from including kids in protests. This is what I did in 2017, trying to get our previous congressional rep to meet with us. He’s grown up knowing that he can use his voice for good, he’s an expert canvasser, plus he made some amazing friends.

Hey all, since Orange County Republican Congresswoman Young Kim won’t do a town hall, we are going to have one this Saturday in her district in the City of Orange. The people deserve answers! www.mobilize.us/dpoc/event/7...

DO NOT DO THIS. Don't give DOGE your information of would-be dissenters.

This cause is close to my heart - please sign: sign.moveon.org/petitions/de...