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July 3, 2021
Combat Veteran and U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) today helped honor Peoria County Veterans at the A Final Salute War Memorial Dedication Ceremony. Today, the third and final addition to the memorial was dedicated, entitled "Lady Liberty: Monument to the First Female Fighter Pilots." In her keynote, Duckworth highlighted the importance of diversity to the strength of our military. Photos from today's event are available here. Key Quotes: "I'm here today because of them. Do you know why I'm also here? I'm here because they didn't care that I was a woman... they didn't care if my name was Tammy or Tommy. They didn't care that I grew up on food stamps. They didn't care that I was Asian-American or that my mom was an immigrant these troops respected me because I could do the job that was asked of me, just as I asked of them. And because I was willing to sacrifice whatever was necessary for my country, no matter my gender, race, background or any other attribute, just like they were." "Our differences have always made us a more effective fighting force. Scientific research and four-star generals will tell you the same thing: when everyone looks and acts and thinks the same, you become stuck... flat-footed insular. Diversity leads to more creative problem-solving and more success. Yes, it does better reflect who we are as a country, of course, but more importantly, it makes us more able to execute our missions downrange in the face of the enemy. And the reality is, we will never be the more perfect union our founders dreamed of until we learn to actually, truly, embrace the power of our diversity." "So even while we may live in the greatest country in the world, even while we may have the most powerful military on the face of the Earth, the truth is, the strength of our Armed Forces and our nation at large isn't just about our defense budget or the speed of our tanks. No. Our strength, our true strength, is what Abraham Lincoln fought for. It's our values and what we represent to the rest of the world." Duckworth was joined today by Congressman Darin LaHood (R-IL-18) Mayor of Peoria Rita Ali, Peoria County Board Chairman Andrew Rand, Peoria County Board Member Phil Salzer, 182nd Airlift Wing Commander Colonel Daniel McDonugh, Grace Baptist Church Pastor Claude L. White, Jr. and Peoria County Assistant States Attorney Larry Evans, who was a member of Duckworth's unit in Iraq. A Final Salute commemorates all Peoria County Veterans who have served our country since World War II. The sculpture dedicated today resembles a female helicopter pilot from the Gulf War Era, commemorating the first women in combat roles in the military. Duckworth was one of the first handful of Army women to fly combat missions during Operation Iraqi Freedom. A Purple Heart recipient, she served in the Reserve Forces for 23 years before retiring from military service in 2014 at the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. She is currently a member of the U.S. Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC) and the Chair of the SASC Airland Subcommittee.
Sen. Ladda Duckworth
July 2, 2021
Schneider Secures House Passage of Local Transportation Priorities
Rep. Brad Schneider
July 2, 2021
Tweet - "The projections outlined in this report reflect the investments that President Biden and Democrats have made in the American people. But we can't stop here. We still need to pass the American Jobs Plan and the American Families Plan to rebuild and strengthen our economy."
Sen. Dick Durbin
July 1, 2021
Tweet - "Today's CBO report makes one thing clear: The American Rescue Plan has been an overwhelming success. But alone, it isn't enough. We need to keep investing in the American people. We're not going to just rebuild this country--we're going to make it stronger than ever."
Sen. Dick Durbin
July 1, 2021
Bost Announces $5.7 Million in Head Start Grants
Rep. Mike Bost
July 1, 2021
Letter to Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, Charles Schumer, Senate Majority Leader - Representatives Lee, Pocan, and Bush Urge Congressional Leadership to Exclude Defense Spending from American Jobs Plan Reconciliation Package
Rep. Danny Davis, ...
June 30, 2021
Underwood, Durbin, Duckworth Announce $5 Million for Plainfield's 143rd Street Extension Project
Rep. Lauren Underwood
June 30, 2021
Duckworth Discusses Importance of American Rescue Plan Funding For Local Governments with DuPage County Mayors
Sen. Ladda Duckworth
June 30, 2021
LaHood Highlights Harmful Biden Tax Hike Proposal for Family-Owned Farms and Businesses at Ways and Means GOP Hearing
Rep. Darin LaHood
June 29, 2021
In New Video, Underwood Highlights Monthly Child Tax Credit Payments Starting July 15; Shares Stories of North Aurora and Hinckley Parents Who Will Soon Benefit from Expanded Child Tax Credit
Rep. Lauren Underwood
June 29, 2021
Duckworth, Durbin Join Hirono, Murray in Introducing Bill to Double Pell Grant Awards to Help Make College More Affordable
Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
June 29, 2021
SALT Deductions
Rep. Brad Schneider
June 28, 2021
National Science Foundation for the Future Act
Rep. Bill Foster
June 25, 2021
Duckworth, Durbin announce nearly $60 million in federal funding for Illinois rural communities
Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
June 25, 2021
Durbin, Duckworth Announce Nearly $60 Million In Federal Funding For Illinois Rural Communities
Sen. Dick Durbin
June 24, 2021
Reps. Ron Estes, Danny Davis Reintroduce Unclaimed Savings Bond Legislation
Rep. Danny Davis, ...
June 24, 2021
Appropriations Subcommittee Approves Fiscal Year 2022 Financial Services and General Government Funding Bill
Rep. Mike Quigley
June 23, 2021
Duckworth Chairs SASC Airland Subcommittee Hearing on Air Force Modernization
Sen. Ladda Duckworth
June 23, 2021
Republicans Are Addressing the Major Crises
Rep. Mary Miller
June 23, 2021
Child Tax Credit Brings Much-Needed Relief
Rep. Lauren Underwood
June 23, 2021
Unanimous Consent Request--H.R. 1652
Sen. Dick Durbin
June 23, 2021
LaHood, Sewell, Capito, Peters Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Boost Post-Graduation Scholarships
Rep. Darin LaHood
June 21, 2021
Rep. Schneider Hosts Child Tax Credit Monthly Payments Conversation with Gurnee Mother
Rep. Brad Schneider
June 17, 2021
Major Tax Relief for Working Families
Rep. Danny Davis
June 17, 2021
Unanimous Consent Request--H.R. 1652
Sen. Dick Durbin
Date
Title
Politician
July 3, 2021
Combat Veteran and U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) today helped honor Peoria County Veterans at the A Final Salute War Memorial Dedication Ceremony. Today, the third and final addition to the memorial was dedicated, entitled "Lady Liberty: Monument to the First Female Fighter Pilots." In her keynote, Duckworth highlighted the importance of diversity to the strength of our military. Photos from today's event are available here. Key Quotes: "I'm here today because of them. Do you know why I'm also here? I'm here because they didn't care that I was a woman... they didn't care if my name was Tammy or Tommy. They didn't care that I grew up on food stamps. They didn't care that I was Asian-American or that my mom was an immigrant these troops respected me because I could do the job that was asked of me, just as I asked of them. And because I was willing to sacrifice whatever was necessary for my country, no matter my gender, race, background or any other attribute, just like they were." "Our differences have always made us a more effective fighting force. Scientific research and four-star generals will tell you the same thing: when everyone looks and acts and thinks the same, you become stuck... flat-footed insular. Diversity leads to more creative problem-solving and more success. Yes, it does better reflect who we are as a country, of course, but more importantly, it makes us more able to execute our missions downrange in the face of the enemy. And the reality is, we will never be the more perfect union our founders dreamed of until we learn to actually, truly, embrace the power of our diversity." "So even while we may live in the greatest country in the world, even while we may have the most powerful military on the face of the Earth, the truth is, the strength of our Armed Forces and our nation at large isn't just about our defense budget or the speed of our tanks. No. Our strength, our true strength, is what Abraham Lincoln fought for. It's our values and what we represent to the rest of the world." Duckworth was joined today by Congressman Darin LaHood (R-IL-18) Mayor of Peoria Rita Ali, Peoria County Board Chairman Andrew Rand, Peoria County Board Member Phil Salzer, 182nd Airlift Wing Commander Colonel Daniel McDonugh, Grace Baptist Church Pastor Claude L. White, Jr. and Peoria County Assistant States Attorney Larry Evans, who was a member of Duckworth's unit in Iraq. A Final Salute commemorates all Peoria County Veterans who have served our country since World War II. The sculpture dedicated today resembles a female helicopter pilot from the Gulf War Era, commemorating the first women in combat roles in the military. Duckworth was one of the first handful of Army women to fly combat missions during Operation Iraqi Freedom. A Purple Heart recipient, she served in the Reserve Forces for 23 years before retiring from military service in 2014 at the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. She is currently a member of the U.S. Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC) and the Chair of the SASC Airland Subcommittee.
Sen.Ladda Duckworth
July 2, 2021
Schneider Secures House Passage of Local Transportation Priorities
Rep.Brad Schneider
July 2, 2021
Tweet - "The projections outlined in this report reflect the investments that President Biden and Democrats have made in the American people. But we can't stop here. We still need to pass the American Jobs Plan and the American Families Plan to rebuild and strengthen our economy."
Sen.Dick Durbin
July 1, 2021
Tweet - "Today's CBO report makes one thing clear: The American Rescue Plan has been an overwhelming success. But alone, it isn't enough. We need to keep investing in the American people. We're not going to just rebuild this country--we're going to make it stronger than ever."
Sen.Dick Durbin
July 1, 2021
Bost Announces $5.7 Million in Head Start Grants
Rep.Mike Bost
July 1, 2021
Letter to Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, Charles Schumer, Senate Majority Leader - Representatives Lee, Pocan, and Bush Urge Congressional Leadership to Exclude Defense Spending from American Jobs Plan Reconciliation Package
Rep.Danny Davis, ...
June 30, 2021
Underwood, Durbin, Duckworth Announce $5 Million for Plainfield's 143rd Street Extension Project
Rep.Lauren Underwood
June 30, 2021
Duckworth Discusses Importance of American Rescue Plan Funding For Local Governments with DuPage County Mayors
Sen.Ladda Duckworth
June 30, 2021
LaHood Highlights Harmful Biden Tax Hike Proposal for Family-Owned Farms and Businesses at Ways and Means GOP Hearing
Rep.Darin LaHood
June 29, 2021
In New Video, Underwood Highlights Monthly Child Tax Credit Payments Starting July 15; Shares Stories of North Aurora and Hinckley Parents Who Will Soon Benefit from Expanded Child Tax Credit
Rep.Lauren Underwood
June 29, 2021
Duckworth, Durbin Join Hirono, Murray in Introducing Bill to Double Pell Grant Awards to Help Make College More Affordable
Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
June 29, 2021
SALT Deductions
Rep.Brad Schneider
June 28, 2021
National Science Foundation for the Future Act
Rep.Bill Foster
June 25, 2021
Duckworth, Durbin announce nearly $60 million in federal funding for Illinois rural communities
Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
June 25, 2021
Durbin, Duckworth Announce Nearly $60 Million In Federal Funding For Illinois Rural Communities
Sen.Dick Durbin
June 24, 2021
Reps. Ron Estes, Danny Davis Reintroduce Unclaimed Savings Bond Legislation
Rep.Danny Davis, ...
June 24, 2021
Appropriations Subcommittee Approves Fiscal Year 2022 Financial Services and General Government Funding Bill
Rep.Mike Quigley
June 23, 2021
Duckworth Chairs SASC Airland Subcommittee Hearing on Air Force Modernization
Sen.Ladda Duckworth
June 23, 2021
Republicans Are Addressing the Major Crises
Rep.Mary Miller
June 23, 2021
Child Tax Credit Brings Much-Needed Relief
Rep.Lauren Underwood
June 23, 2021
Unanimous Consent Request--H.R. 1652
Sen.Dick Durbin
June 23, 2021
LaHood, Sewell, Capito, Peters Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Boost Post-Graduation Scholarships
Rep.Darin LaHood
June 21, 2021
Rep. Schneider Hosts Child Tax Credit Monthly Payments Conversation with Gurnee Mother
Rep.Brad Schneider
June 17, 2021
Major Tax Relief for Working Families
Rep.Danny Davis
June 17, 2021
Unanimous Consent Request--H.R. 1652
Sen.Dick Durbin
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