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Sept. 21, 2020
Tweet - "Many of my Republican colleagues have been cowed by Pres. Trump & are now being humiliated by Sen McConnell, who wants them to go back on everything they said 4 years ago. The Republicans' plan to rush a Supreme Court nominee is only going to add to the division in our country."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 21, 2020
Tweet - "This morning I joined @RepBobbyRush , @RepChuyGarcia , and @IlSecofState to call on all Illinoisans to fill out their census forms today."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 21, 2020
Tweet - "President Trump can never seem to bring himself to criticize Putin. The former-KGB agent has our President wrapped around his finger."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 21, 2020
House Passes Schneider, Durbin Bipartisan Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act (dtpa)
Rep. Brad Schneider
Sept. 21, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Adam Smith, Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, the Hon. Mac Thornberry, Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee, the Hon. James Inhofe, Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, and the Hon. Jack Reed, Ranking Member of the Senate Armed Services Committee - Tester Spearheads Senate Call to Ensure his Landmark Agent Orange Exposure Bill is Included in Final Annual Defense Bill
Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 21, 2020
Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi Calls On CDC To Clarify Guidance Of Dangers Of Airborne COVID-19 Transmission
Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Sept. 20, 2020
Tweet - "I spoke with @NPRWeekend yesterday about the passing of Justice Ginsburg & the upcoming battle over filling her vacancy on the Supreme Court. Listen here:"
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 20, 2020
Letter to John Barger, United States Postal Service Board of Govenors - Reps Krishnamoorthi And Porter Request Information On Possible Political Motivations For Louis DeJoy's Candidacy As Postmaster General
Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Sept. 20, 2020
Tweet - "Senator McConnell needs to listen to the members of his caucus who are calling for fairness. The Senate should not consider any replacement for Justice Ginsburg until after the next Presidential inauguration."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 20, 2020
Tweet - "The American people need to understand that the battle over the Supreme Court comes down to decisions that will impact us all. Republicans have a case before the Court in November that would tear down the ACA & with it protections for pre-existing conditions."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 19, 2020
CNN "Newsroom" - Transcript Interview with Dick Durbin
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 19, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Lindsey Graham, Chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee - Durbin, Judiciary Committee Democrats To Chairman Graham: Follow Your Own Rule And Delay Filling Supreme Court Vacancy Until After Inauguration
Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 19, 2020
Tweet - "Senate Judiciary Dems are making ourselves clear: there cannot be one set of rules for a Republican President and one set for a Democratic President. This vacancy should not be filled until after the inauguration."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 19, 2020
Tweet - ""My most fervent wish is that I will not be replaced until a new president is installed." - Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg I'm with RBG. RT if you are too."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 19, 2020
Foster Statement on COVID-19 Death Toll Passing 200,000
Rep. Bill Foster
Sept. 19, 2020
Tweet - "Four years ago Senator McConnell demanded that Supreme Court vacancies go unfilled during a presidential election year. Now he's completely reversed himself because it's to his political advantage. Do Senate Rs still believe that the voices of the American people should be heard?"
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 18, 2020
Quigley Statement On Passing Of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Rep. Mike Quigley
Sept. 18, 2020
Rep. Ted Budd Introduces "Make PPE in America Act"
Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
Sept. 18, 2020
Tweet - "The FCC's Lifeline Program can be an incredible resource for Illinoisans in need of telephone and internet services. If we are serious about closing the digital divide, we must expand access to this program, especially as we grapple with the pandemic. #WeNeedLifeline"
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 18, 2020
Menendez Resolution Honoring Hispanic-Serving Institutions Passes Senate
Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 18, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Joseph V. Cuffari, Inspector General of Homeland Security - Bennet, Colleagues Call of DHS IG to Swiftly Investigate Alleged Forced Hysterectomies at ICE Facility
Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Sept. 18, 2020
Kelly, Hurd Call for Creation of National AI Strategy
Rep. Robin Kelly
Sept. 18, 2020
Underwood-Backed Legislation to Protect Pregnant Workers Passes the House
Rep. Lauren Underwood
Sept. 18, 2020
LaHood, Davis Announce to Introduce Legislation to Raise Police Salaries, Hire More Police Officers
Rep. Darin LaHood
Sept. 18, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Donald Trump, President of the United States - Merkley, Wyden, Colleagues Urge Trump to Work With Congress to Provide Emergency Rental Assistance and Protections
Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 18, 2020
Tweet - "Remember Senator McConnell's demand that SCOTUS vacancies go unfilled during a presidential election year, which was also Justice Ginsburg's dying wish. McConnell pleaded with us to let the voters have the last word. Every Senator should be asked to commit to the McConnell Rule."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 18, 2020
Tweet - "The Supreme Court's most valiant lady is gone. Rest in peace, Ruth."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 18, 2020
Tweet - "If four Republican Senators commit not to vote to fill this Supreme Court vacancy until after the presidential inauguration, then the voices of the American people will have a chance to be heard."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 18, 2020
Tweet - "The Trump Administration is siding with industry over the health and well-being of Illinoisans that are most affected by toxic discharges. Wrote to the EPA with @SenDuckworth today expressing our concerns with further damage to Lake Michigan."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 18, 2020
Tweet - "Protecting our public lands is one of the most important legacies we can leave for future generations. Proud to have earned an A rating from @ActForParks this year for standing up for our national parks."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 18, 2020
Tweet - "Shana Tova to all celebrating the start of Rosh Hashanah in Illinois this evening. Wishing a new year of health and happiness. #RoshHashanah2020"
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 18, 2020
Tweet - "Proud to join @SenatorMenendez 's bipartisan resolution honoring #HispanicServingInstitutions and the amazing work they do to provide education in Hispanic communities. #HispanicHeritageMonth #HSIWeek."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 18, 2020
Tweet - "Civic engagement is power. If you have not done so, complete your #2020Census so we ensure power is distributed equally in our country, & everyone has the representation they deserve & funding their communities need. You can respond at http://my2020census.gov, by phone or mail."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 18, 2020
Tweet - "The Rohingya in Burma have suffered severe human rights abuse, been brutally forced from their homes & unjustly shut out of the democratic process. I'm joining @SenatorCardin to intro a bipartisan resolution calling for an inclusive, fair, & transparent Burmese election this fall"
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 18, 2020
Letter to Jay Clayton, Chairman of the United States Securities and Exchange Commission, and Robert Cook, President and CEO of the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority - Casten, Sherman, Foster Urge SEC Chairman, FINRA President to Protect Robinhood Investors
Rep. Sean Casten
Sept. 18, 2020
Casten, Frankel, Lawrence Introduce Bill to Protect K-12 Students from Sexual Harassment and Assault
Rep. Sean Casten
Sept. 18, 2020
Tweet - "How about them @whitesox !"
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 18, 2020
Tweet - "The #COVID19 pandemic has exacerbated the inequities in our society, including housing insecurity. This week I joined my colleagues in urging Pres. Trump to work with Congress to provide families with emergency rental assistance & keep families in their homes."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 18, 2020
Tweet - "Listen to the inspiring story of Esmerelda Tovar-Mora, a #DACA health care hero from Hutchinson, Kansas working on the front lines of the pandemic. @SenateMajLdr needs to give the #DreamAndPromiseAct a vote so we can protect Esmerelda & millions of other Dreamers & TPS holders."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 18, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Admin. of the Environmental Protection Agency - Durbin, Duckworth: Trump Administration Rollback Of Toxic Metals Pollution Regulation Could Further Harm Lake Michigan
Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Sept. 17, 2020
Duckworth Statement in Response to Reports Military Considered Using "heat Ray' Devices Against D.C. Protestors
Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Sept. 17, 2020
Duckworth, Durbin Join Schumer, Warren to Introduce Resolution Calling on President to Cancel Student Loan Debt for Federal Borrowers
Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Sept. 17, 2020
Duckworth, Durbin Announce $1.6 Million for National Runaway Safeline
Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Sept. 17, 2020
Condemning All Forms of Anti-Asian Sentiment As Related to Covid-19
Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Sept. 17, 2020
Debate on H.R. the Iot Cybersecurity Improvement Act
Rep. Robin Kelly
Sept. 17, 2020
Judicial Nominations
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 17, 2020
Schakowsky, Barragán Introduce Legislation to End Fossil Fuel Expansion and Protect our Communities
Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
Sept. 17, 2020
Schakowsky, Barragán Introduce Legislation to End Fossil Fuel Expansion and Protect our Communities
Rep. Jan Schakowsky
Sept. 17, 2020
Durbin, Senate Dems Unveil America Leads Act To Confront The Rise Of China
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 17, 2020
Letter to President Donald Trump - Schatz, Senators Urge Trump To Work With Congress To Provide Emergency Rental Assistance, Protections
Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Date
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Politician
Sept. 21, 2020
Tweet - "Many of my Republican colleagues have been cowed by Pres. Trump & are now being humiliated by Sen McConnell, who wants them to go back on everything they said 4 years ago. The Republicans' plan to rush a Supreme Court nominee is only going to add to the division in our country."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 21, 2020
Tweet - "This morning I joined @RepBobbyRush , @RepChuyGarcia , and @IlSecofState to call on all Illinoisans to fill out their census forms today."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 21, 2020
Tweet - "President Trump can never seem to bring himself to criticize Putin. The former-KGB agent has our President wrapped around his finger."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 21, 2020
House Passes Schneider, Durbin Bipartisan Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act (dtpa)
Rep.Brad Schneider
Sept. 21, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Adam Smith, Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, the Hon. Mac Thornberry, Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee, the Hon. James Inhofe, Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, and the Hon. Jack Reed, Ranking Member of the Senate Armed Services Committee - Tester Spearheads Senate Call to Ensure his Landmark Agent Orange Exposure Bill is Included in Final Annual Defense Bill
Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 21, 2020
Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi Calls On CDC To Clarify Guidance Of Dangers Of Airborne COVID-19 Transmission
Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Sept. 20, 2020
Tweet - "I spoke with @NPRWeekend yesterday about the passing of Justice Ginsburg & the upcoming battle over filling her vacancy on the Supreme Court. Listen here:"
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 20, 2020
Letter to John Barger, United States Postal Service Board of Govenors - Reps Krishnamoorthi And Porter Request Information On Possible Political Motivations For Louis DeJoy's Candidacy As Postmaster General
Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Sept. 20, 2020
Tweet - "Senator McConnell needs to listen to the members of his caucus who are calling for fairness. The Senate should not consider any replacement for Justice Ginsburg until after the next Presidential inauguration."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 20, 2020
Tweet - "The American people need to understand that the battle over the Supreme Court comes down to decisions that will impact us all. Republicans have a case before the Court in November that would tear down the ACA & with it protections for pre-existing conditions."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 19, 2020
CNN "Newsroom" - Transcript Interview with Dick Durbin
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 19, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Lindsey Graham, Chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee - Durbin, Judiciary Committee Democrats To Chairman Graham: Follow Your Own Rule And Delay Filling Supreme Court Vacancy Until After Inauguration
Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 19, 2020
Tweet - "Senate Judiciary Dems are making ourselves clear: there cannot be one set of rules for a Republican President and one set for a Democratic President. This vacancy should not be filled until after the inauguration."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 19, 2020
Tweet - ""My most fervent wish is that I will not be replaced until a new president is installed." - Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg I'm with RBG. RT if you are too."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 19, 2020
Foster Statement on COVID-19 Death Toll Passing 200,000
Rep.Bill Foster
Sept. 19, 2020
Tweet - "Four years ago Senator McConnell demanded that Supreme Court vacancies go unfilled during a presidential election year. Now he's completely reversed himself because it's to his political advantage. Do Senate Rs still believe that the voices of the American people should be heard?"
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 18, 2020
Quigley Statement On Passing Of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Rep.Mike Quigley
Sept. 18, 2020
Rep. Ted Budd Introduces "Make PPE in America Act"
Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
Sept. 18, 2020
Tweet - "The FCC's Lifeline Program can be an incredible resource for Illinoisans in need of telephone and internet services. If we are serious about closing the digital divide, we must expand access to this program, especially as we grapple with the pandemic. #WeNeedLifeline"
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 18, 2020
Menendez Resolution Honoring Hispanic-Serving Institutions Passes Senate
Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 18, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Joseph V. Cuffari, Inspector General of Homeland Security - Bennet, Colleagues Call of DHS IG to Swiftly Investigate Alleged Forced Hysterectomies at ICE Facility
Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Sept. 18, 2020
Kelly, Hurd Call for Creation of National AI Strategy
Rep.Robin Kelly
Sept. 18, 2020
Underwood-Backed Legislation to Protect Pregnant Workers Passes the House
Rep.Lauren Underwood
Sept. 18, 2020
LaHood, Davis Announce to Introduce Legislation to Raise Police Salaries, Hire More Police Officers
Rep.Darin LaHood
Sept. 18, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Donald Trump, President of the United States - Merkley, Wyden, Colleagues Urge Trump to Work With Congress to Provide Emergency Rental Assistance and Protections
Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 18, 2020
Tweet - "Remember Senator McConnell's demand that SCOTUS vacancies go unfilled during a presidential election year, which was also Justice Ginsburg's dying wish. McConnell pleaded with us to let the voters have the last word. Every Senator should be asked to commit to the McConnell Rule."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 18, 2020
Tweet - "The Supreme Court's most valiant lady is gone. Rest in peace, Ruth."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 18, 2020
Tweet - "If four Republican Senators commit not to vote to fill this Supreme Court vacancy until after the presidential inauguration, then the voices of the American people will have a chance to be heard."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 18, 2020
Tweet - "The Trump Administration is siding with industry over the health and well-being of Illinoisans that are most affected by toxic discharges. Wrote to the EPA with @SenDuckworth today expressing our concerns with further damage to Lake Michigan."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 18, 2020
Tweet - "Protecting our public lands is one of the most important legacies we can leave for future generations. Proud to have earned an A rating from @ActForParks this year for standing up for our national parks."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 18, 2020
Tweet - "Shana Tova to all celebrating the start of Rosh Hashanah in Illinois this evening. Wishing a new year of health and happiness. #RoshHashanah2020"
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 18, 2020
Tweet - "Proud to join @SenatorMenendez 's bipartisan resolution honoring #HispanicServingInstitutions and the amazing work they do to provide education in Hispanic communities. #HispanicHeritageMonth #HSIWeek."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 18, 2020
Tweet - "Civic engagement is power. If you have not done so, complete your #2020Census so we ensure power is distributed equally in our country, & everyone has the representation they deserve & funding their communities need. You can respond at http://my2020census.gov, by phone or mail."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 18, 2020
Tweet - "The Rohingya in Burma have suffered severe human rights abuse, been brutally forced from their homes & unjustly shut out of the democratic process. I'm joining @SenatorCardin to intro a bipartisan resolution calling for an inclusive, fair, & transparent Burmese election this fall"
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 18, 2020
Letter to Jay Clayton, Chairman of the United States Securities and Exchange Commission, and Robert Cook, President and CEO of the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority - Casten, Sherman, Foster Urge SEC Chairman, FINRA President to Protect Robinhood Investors
Rep.Sean Casten
Sept. 18, 2020
Casten, Frankel, Lawrence Introduce Bill to Protect K-12 Students from Sexual Harassment and Assault
Rep.Sean Casten
Sept. 18, 2020
Tweet - "How about them @whitesox !"
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 18, 2020
Tweet - "The #COVID19 pandemic has exacerbated the inequities in our society, including housing insecurity. This week I joined my colleagues in urging Pres. Trump to work with Congress to provide families with emergency rental assistance & keep families in their homes."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 18, 2020
Tweet - "Listen to the inspiring story of Esmerelda Tovar-Mora, a #DACA health care hero from Hutchinson, Kansas working on the front lines of the pandemic. @SenateMajLdr needs to give the #DreamAndPromiseAct a vote so we can protect Esmerelda & millions of other Dreamers & TPS holders."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 18, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Admin. of the Environmental Protection Agency - Durbin, Duckworth: Trump Administration Rollback Of Toxic Metals Pollution Regulation Could Further Harm Lake Michigan
Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Sept. 17, 2020
Duckworth Statement in Response to Reports Military Considered Using "heat Ray' Devices Against D.C. Protestors
Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Sept. 17, 2020
Duckworth, Durbin Join Schumer, Warren to Introduce Resolution Calling on President to Cancel Student Loan Debt for Federal Borrowers
Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Sept. 17, 2020
Duckworth, Durbin Announce $1.6 Million for National Runaway Safeline
Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Sept. 17, 2020
Condemning All Forms of Anti-Asian Sentiment As Related to Covid-19
Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Sept. 17, 2020
Debate on H.R. the Iot Cybersecurity Improvement Act
Rep.Robin Kelly
Sept. 17, 2020
Judicial Nominations
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 17, 2020
Schakowsky, Barragán Introduce Legislation to End Fossil Fuel Expansion and Protect our Communities
Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
Sept. 17, 2020
Schakowsky, Barragán Introduce Legislation to End Fossil Fuel Expansion and Protect our Communities
Rep.Jan Schakowsky
Sept. 17, 2020
Durbin, Senate Dems Unveil America Leads Act To Confront The Rise Of China
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 17, 2020
Letter to President Donald Trump - Schatz, Senators Urge Trump To Work With Congress To Provide Emergency Rental Assistance, Protections
Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
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