@BenWilliamsDC

Ward 1 Representative @DCSBOE. Teacher (NBCT) and Coach. Opinions are my own and retweets ≠ endorsements.

 Washington, DC
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Ummmm so this is pretty obviously illegal.
Andrew Leyden
@PenguinSixOct 23
The debris trucks I photographed yesterday at the East Potomac Golf Course with taped-over logos also went so far as to tape over their license plates. Just re-watched the video I shot of them arriving and noticed that.
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I have been very encouraged by JLG's evolution on housing messaging since the primary. She is much more direct about the need to address the crisis in our existing affordable housing stock and preserve these units. This is a great sign.
Janeese Lewis George@Janeese4DCOct 11
We can and we must build more homes for all of us.
We can build more homes to lower costs for all of us.

ALT We can build more homes to lower costs for all of us.

DC has a housing crisis. This is a big problem that demands an ambitious solution. Right now, we have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to rewrite the Comprehensive Plan to ensure that we can build more homes in more neighborhoods.

ALT DC has a housing crisis. This is a big problem that demands an ambitious solution. Right now, we have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to rewrite the Comprehensive Plan to ensure that we can build more homes in more neighborhoods.

We will work to stabilize DC's housing market, preserve the affordable housing we already have, and address rent nonpayment while protecting tenants. We must because DC is facing real economic challenges. But we need to create the foundation for ambitious growth. Here’s how →

ALT We will work to stabilize DC's housing market, preserve the affordable housing we already have, and address rent nonpayment while protecting tenants. We must because DC is facing real economic challenges. But we need to create the foundation for ambitious growth. Here’s how →

Legalize high-density, mixed-use buildings near Metrorail and bus stops and on publicly-owned land. Legalize small apartment buildings citywide so Washingtonians have more choices and more opportunities in more neighborhoods. End parking requirements citywide, and encourage minimal parking be built in developments near Metro stations.

ALT Legalize high-density, mixed-use buildings near Metrorail and bus stops and on publicly-owned land. Legalize small apartment buildings citywide so Washingtonians have more choices and more opportunities in more neighborhoods. End parking requirements citywide, and encourage minimal parking be built in developments near Metro stations.

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Alex Koma@AlexKomaDCOct 7
Hard not to see the parallels with the Silverman case from 2022: OCF issues a fine right before the election, then the elections board (under two different chairs) rescinds it months afterward. JLG and her supporters drew pretty much that exact comparison at the time.
Martin Austermuhle@maustermuhleOct 7
NEWS: The D.C. Board of Elections just tossed out a $16,000 fine levied by the Office of Campaign Finance in June against @Janeese4DC over allegations that her mayoral campaign impermissibly coordinated with unions. The board said there was no evidence of coordination.
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Dukem closing is such a major loss for U Street and the D.C. food scene. The family behind it built something truly special over the years: washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/…

A D.C. Ethiopian restaurant was struggling. Then its TikTok went viral.

The TikTok, which got nearly 1 million views in five days, has helped bring a surge of customers to Dukem Ethiopian Restaurant.

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Aparna Raj@aparnafordcSep 29
People turned OUT for last night’s Ward One for All town hall for Park View & Pleasant Plains at Hook Hall (& feat. @BenWilliamsDC)! There was lots of energy around expanding tenant protections, renovating the Park View Rec Center, ending MPD collaboration with ICE, and more 💥
Photo of Aparna shaking hands with some older attendees at Hook Hall

ALT Photo of Aparna shaking hands with some older attendees at Hook Hall

Photo of a crowd of people in Hook Hall, with some raising their hands

ALT Photo of a crowd of people in Hook Hall, with some raising their hands

Photo of Ben Williams speaking into a microphone on stage at Hook Hall

ALT Photo of Ben Williams speaking into a microphone on stage at Hook Hall

Photo of Aparna speaking to a crowd at Hook Hall with Aparna for DC signs around

ALT Photo of Aparna speaking to a crowd at Hook Hall with Aparna for DC signs around

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📣 WTU is proud to announce our endorsements for DC State Board of Education! 🍎 Ward 1: Ben Williams 🍎 Ward 3: Aaron Wesolowski 🍎 Ward 5: Lynn Jennings 🍎 Ward 6: Joshua Wiley 🗳️ General Election: Nov. 3 (@BenWilliamsDC @Aaron4Ward3SBOE @Ward6Wiley)
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Ward 1/Ward 2 Education Council September Meeting: 9/23 @ 7pm - mailchi.mp/bea797cbd39f/w2ec…
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Just turned in 472 ballot signatures from Ward 1 neighbors!  As a classroom teacher, I'll keep fighting for students, families, and educators across DC. If you're able, I'd appreciate your support with a contribution to the campaign. Donate: secure.actblue.com/donate/be…
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“I am deeply concerned about MedStar Washington Hospital Center’s decision to close one of its two postpartum maternity units later this month, which will result in an overall reduction of available beds.” Read my full statement below.
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I'm excited to announce that I'm running for re-election to @DCSBOE. I'm a Ward 1 neighbor, a DC teacher, a union member, and a committed advocate for students, families and teachers. I'm ready to continue working together to build a better education system for our community!
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Ashok Kumar
@comrade_kumar_Jun 22
Take notes kids this is how you answer cynical accusations of antisemitism
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DC State Board of Ed@DCSBOEJun 18
Last night, we bid farewell to our extraordinary ‘25-26 senior student representatives, who sat for the last public meeting of their term. Over the course of their terms, each was prolific, dedicated and inspired in their service.
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Mark Segraves@SegravesNBC4Jun 13
.@Janeese4DC to appeal OCF ruling calling it “an absurd order… riddled with factual errors” JLG raises familiar concerns about OCF process “Filing an order without legal merit just before an election follows a disturbing pattern of OCF’s conduct“ @nbcwashington
Tom Sherwood
@tomsherwoodJun 13
#BreakingNews - Office of Campaign Finance fines Janeese Lewis George campaign $16,000 and independent Safe & Affordable pac $4,000 after probe of improper union / campaign spending coordinated with her campaign.
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NEW: In a statement, @Janeese4DC’s campaign calls the OCF report on allegations of coordination with unions “absurd” and “politically motivated.” She says OCF violated its own process, and did not interview witnesses it said it did. The campaign says it will appeal.
Martin Austermuhle@maustermuhleJun 13
NEWS: The D.C. Office of Campaign Finance is fining @Janeese4DC's campaign $16,000 for having "violated multiple provisions of District campaign finance law and the Fair Elections Program." OCF is also fining the union-backed @WashDC4all political action committee $4,000.
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My campaign for re-election to the SBOE just submitted our first fundraising report. After just 1.5 weeks of fundraising, we hit way over the required number of donors to get into the Fair Elections Program! Thank you to everyone who contributed! Campaign launch coming soon.
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Salah Czapary@czaparyJun 9
JLG’s campaign policy shop is robust. Feedback is sought out, analyzed, & distilled into the platform. The quality I value most in a leader is a willingness to leave no stone unturned, to seek out differing & dissenting views. JLG simply doesn’t see disagreement as a threat.
Scott Goldstein@ScottGoldsteinJun 9
Replying to @ScottGoldstein
Meanwhile in the Janeese listening sessions, it was fully open, freewheeling sessions. No pre-screening, no "I was so excited to ready your platform because..."...just honest conversations about issues in SIX different events. Janeese as mayor= all welcome, all heard!
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Tom Roussey@tomroussey7newsJun 6
This is the first “Late Night Hype” of the summer in DC. The Department of Parks and Rec has put these on since 2021 to give teenagers something positive to do. DPR will host weekly events like this for teens until September.
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Lots of candidates for Mayor talking about how much they showed up to fight back against Congressional attacks in recent months. Well, I only saw ONE Mayoral candidate in the halls of Congress alongside me and that is @Janeese4DC. #JLG #DCision26
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Zach Teutsch@zteutschJun 4
Our Pepco bills have skyrocketed faster than anywhere else in the country. Kenyan: it's not my fault! Also Kenyan: My dedicated volunteer just happens to be the longtime Pepco Executive I worked with to raise rates👇
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Chioma Iwuoha@ChiomaWard7Jun 4
Janeese Lewis George has earned endorsements from every major union, five sitting Councilmembers, and three elected SBOE members. Despite having less time on the Council than others in the race, she has built the broadest coalition of support. They trust her to lead this city.
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