gov_tweets: 8229

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rowid id user created_at full_text retweet_count favorite_count State Abbreviation Governor Party Handle
8229 8228 1366366948121059329 948946378939609089 2021-03-01T12:37:20+00:00 NEW: We’re expanding vaccine eligibility. Starting March 15th, the following essential workers are eligible: ➡️Pre-K to 12 educators & support staff➡️Child care workers➡️Transportation workers➡️Additional public safety workersWatch our 1:00 PM COVID briefing for more info. 566 1967 New Jersey NJ Phil Murphy D GovMurphy