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<rss version="2.0"><channel><description>Teacher, Trainer, Voice Actor, and DJ... turned political candidate for Iowa’s 3rd US House seat.</description><link>https://bsky.app/profile/airdragon.bsky.social</link><title>@airdragon.bsky.social - Xavier Carrigan - Candidate IA03 US House</title><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/airdragon.bsky.social/post/3ms7m6yn4ic2f</link><description>Had a chance to protest in West DSM this afternoon, August 3, 2026.&#xA;&#xA;We are far from being out of the weeds. Arguably, we are well within the thick of it with a long journey ahead to get away from this blight in US History (known as The Mango Menace).&#xA;&#xA;#NoWar&#xA;#Iran&#xA;#NoHalfMeasures&#xA;#LetsDoThis</description><pubDate>03 Aug 2026 23:02 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:wtqtqu352wpj33mnv4wtmssf/app.bsky.feed.post/3ms7m6yn4ic2f</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/airdragon.bsky.social/post/3mrlnx7lls22v</link><description>96° with a real feel of 116° at 7pm in West Des Moines, Iowa!&#xA;&#xA;We are approaching wet-bulb temperatures. Whether you choose to believe it or not, the reality is, humans cannot survive wet-bulb heat. &#xA;&#xA;Do not relent, keep up the fight! &#xA;&#xA;#NoHalfMeasures&#xA;#LetsDoThis &#xA;#Iowa&#xA;#WetBulb&#xA;#Weather</description><pubDate>27 Jul 2026 00:41 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:wtqtqu352wpj33mnv4wtmssf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrlnx7lls22v</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/airdragon.bsky.social/post/3mr4or4exvc24</link><description>It isn&#39;t all doom and gloom, solutions are within reach.&#xA;&#xA;We can have better lives, not just the wealthy few.&#xA;&#xA;Want to make America great?&#xA;&#xA;Return to when the Middle Class was built... on social programs ✊️&#xA;&#xA;E Pluribus Unum - Of the Many, One!&#xA;&#xA;We get better together. &#xA;&#xA;#NoHalfMeasures&#xA;#LetsDoThis</description><pubDate>21 Jul 2026 01:45 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:wtqtqu352wpj33mnv4wtmssf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mr4or4exvc24</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/airdragon.bsky.social/post/3mquvmujykc26</link><description>Trying to rebuild my reach with the algorithm. &#xA;&#xA;Hit Like&#xA;Leave a comment&#xA;&#xA;The Aggressive Progressive is back at it ✊️&#xA;&#xA;For the Working Class &#xA;For the Public Good &#xA;For the People &#xA;&#xA;#NoHalfMeasures &#xA;#LetsDoThis</description><pubDate>17 Jul 2026 23:27 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:wtqtqu352wpj33mnv4wtmssf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mquvmujykc26</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/airdragon.bsky.social/post/3mm5vkvsjts22</link><description>Why are Iowa voters being denied debates in IA-01 and IA-03 before June 2?&#xA;&#xA;Voters should choose candidates.&#xA;Institutions should not choose visibility.&#xA;&#xA;#OpenTheDebate #IA03 #Iowa</description><pubDate>18 May 2026 22:14 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:wtqtqu352wpj33mnv4wtmssf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mm5vkvsjts22</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/airdragon.bsky.social/post/3mlwrrkd2vs2e</link><description>Dismantling a broken system is the absolute least we must do.&#xA;&#xA;#DismantleICE&#xA;#NoHalfMeasures &#xA;#LetsDoThis</description><pubDate>16 May 2026 02:17 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:wtqtqu352wpj33mnv4wtmssf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlwrrkd2vs2e</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/airdragon.bsky.social/post/3mlvqwpbahk2u</link><description>While some counties have been welcoming, not all have shown the same courtesy.&#xA;&#xA;That doesn&#39;t stop our messaging, and it does not slow down this campaign.&#xA;&#xA;You, the voter in the Democratic Primary, still have a choice! You can still vote for Xavier Carrigan on June 2nd ✊️&#xA;&#xA;#Iowa&#xA;#NoHalfMeasures</description><pubDate>15 May 2026 16:29 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:wtqtqu352wpj33mnv4wtmssf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlvqwpbahk2u</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/airdragon.bsky.social/post/3mkjmfipal22q</link><description>West Des Moines representing this overcast Monday evening 💪😎👍&#xA;&#xA;We still have a long way to go and we must keep up the fight ✊️&#xA;&#xA;Xavier Carrigan &#xA;Write-in Campaign &#xA;Democratic Primary for US House District No. 3&#xA;&#xA;#NoHalfMeasures &#xA;#LetsDoThis&#xA;#Iowa</description><pubDate>28 Apr 2026 03:11 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:wtqtqu352wpj33mnv4wtmssf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkjmfipal22q</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/airdragon.bsky.social/post/3mkdrwbpbdc2r</link><description>Still out protesting &#xA;&#xA;Still in the Democratic Primary &#xA;&#xA;And, You can still write me in!&#xA;&#xA;June 2nd, Iowa&#39;s 3rd District&#xA;&#xA;If you want someone who represents your voice, go with the one who stands beside you, and not only when it&#39;s convenient ✊️&#xA;&#xA;#NoHalfMeasures &#xA;#LetsDoThis&#xA;#WorkingClass&#xA;#Iowa</description><pubDate>25 Apr 2026 19:34 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:wtqtqu352wpj33mnv4wtmssf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkdrwbpbdc2r</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/airdragon.bsky.social/post/3mjb7aygkmk2r</link><description>Grateful to the Madison County Dems for creating space for candidates to show up, listen, and be heard. That kind of openness matters.&#xA;&#xA;This is what a healthy democratic process looks like.&#xA;&#xA;Primary is June 2. 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It takes action.&#xA;&#xA;If you’ve been waiting for change, this is your moment.</description><pubDate>25 Mar 2026 22:31 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:wtqtqu352wpj33mnv4wtmssf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mhw5envj7k2m</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/airdragon.bsky.social/post/3mglrfh425c2d</link><description>Volunteers across IA-03 are stepping up and building a real grassroots campaign.&#xA;&#xA;No PAC money. No political machine. Just people.&#xA;&#xA;Polk &amp; Dallas... this is your moment!&#xA;&#xA;Want to help gather signatures?&#xA;Email info@xcarrigan.com&#xA;&#xA;#NoHalfMeasures #Iowa</description><pubDate>09 Mar 2026 02:05 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:wtqtqu352wpj33mnv4wtmssf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mglrfh425c2d</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/airdragon.bsky.social/post/3mg4rgsr6ns24</link><description>Red Oak showed up.&#xA;&#xA;We gathered signatures. We welcomed new volunteers. 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The working class deserves a real choice, not a declaration, not a coronation, not a candidate selected by party elites.&#xA;&#xA;If you believe in that, help me get on the ballot by March 13th.&#xA;&#xA;Volunteer today!&#xA;&#xA;#NoHalfMeasures</description><pubDate>01 Mar 2026 03:59 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:wtqtqu352wpj33mnv4wtmssf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mfxtyzs5ck2d</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/airdragon.bsky.social/post/3mfvu67jpvc25</link><description>Israel has struck Iran.&#xA;&#xA;If the U.S. is engaging in offensive action without a vote in Congress, that is unconstitutional.&#xA;&#xA;Iraq was “quick.”&#xA;Afghanistan was “limited.”&#xA;Afghanistan lasted 20 years.&#xA;&#xA;No president gets to drift us into war alone.&#xA;&#xA;Invoke the War Powers Resolution. 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