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March 8, 2024 Durbin Defends Adeel Mangi Amid Baseless, Islamophobic Attacks by Senate Republicans Sen. Dick Durbin
March 4, 2024 Ranking Member Scott Statement on New Biden Actions to Combat Taxpayer-Funded Religious Discrimination, Protect Civil Rights Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 20, 2022 Risch, Rubio, Colleagues Applaud House Passage of Bill to Reauthorize USCIRF Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
June 29, 2022 92 Bipartisan Members of Congress Call on Dhs Secretary to Address Antisemitism Nationwide Rep. Brad Schneider
May 3, 2022 Jewish Members Issue Statement Responding to Recent Antisemitic Remarks by Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov Rep. Brad Schneider
April 27, 2022 Schakowsky Statement on Yom HaShoah Rep. Jan Schakowsky
April 17, 2022 Tweet - "Wishing a happy Easter to all those celebrating in Illinois and around the world. I hope we are all able to connect with family, friends, and loved ones over this holiday weekend." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 22, 2022 Risch Joins Rubio, Colleagues in Introducing Bill to Reauthorize the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Jan. 31, 2022 Schakowsky Statement on Recent Anti-Semitic Hate Crimes Rep. Jan Schakowsky
Jan. 27, 2022 Tweet: On #HolocaustRemembranceDay we remember the 6 million Jews and many others murdered in the Holocaust. With hatred and antisemitism on the rise globally, we must remind ourselves to always stand up and speak out when others are suffering. Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 25, 2022 Letter to Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Romney Joins Effort to Protect Faith-Based Child Welfare Providers Rep. Mary Miller, ...
Jan. 24, 2022 Letter to Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America - Congressman Biggs Demands Biden Administration to Stop Tracking Religious Exemptions from COVID-19 Vaccine Rep. Mary Miller, ...
Dec. 28, 2021 Tweet - "Deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Archbishop Desmond Tutu. He led a remarkable life and should serve as an inspiration to us all. May he rest in peace." Sen. Dick Durbin
Dec. 20, 2021 38 HOUSE REPUBLICANS FILE AMICUS BRIEF IN SUPPORT OF NAVY SERVICE MEMBERS SEEKING RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATIONS FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE'S COVID-19 VACCINE MANDATE Rep. Mary Miller, ...
Dec. 16, 2021 Letter to Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary Dept. of Health and Human Services - Congressman Biggs Sends Letter to HHS on Religious Freedoms Restoration Act Rep. Mary Miller, ...
Dec. 16, 2021 Letter to Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services - SENS. CRUZ, SCOTT, REP. NORMAN SEND LETTER URGING HHS SEC. BECERRA TO PROTECT FAITH-BASED CHILD WELFARE PROVIDERS Rep. Mary Miller, ...
Nov. 17, 2021 Durbin Questions District Court Nominees In Senate Judiciary Committee Hearing Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 2, 2021 Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi Introduces Bipartisan Resolution Recognizing Diwali's Religious And Historical Significance Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Oct. 27, 2021 Tweet - "Today marks three years since the anti-Semitic terrorist attack on the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh. My thoughts and prayers are with the victims' loved ones as they mourn the lives that were lost. May their memory be a blessing." Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 11, 2021 Letter to Hon. Merrick Garland, United States Attorney General; and Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Harris and Colleagues React After DOJ Voluntarily Dismisses Lawsuit Against Hospital that Forced Nurses to Assist in Elective Abortions Against their Conscience Rep. Mike Bost, ...
July 2, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Christopher Coons, Chairman of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on State, Foreign Operations and Related Programs, and the Hon. Lindsey Graham, Ranking Member of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs - Rosen Leads Colleagues in Bipartisan Call to Increase Funding for the Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Antisemitism Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
June 18, 2021 Catholic Members of Congress Release Statement of Principles Rep. Chuy Garcia, ...
June 1, 2021 Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - Meng Helps Lead Bipartisan Letter Asking Biden To Respond To Rising Antisemitism Rep. Bill Foster, ...
May 27, 2021 Never Again: Padilla, Coons Introduce Two Bills to Prevent Future Muslim Bans Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
May 14, 2021 Pregnant Workers Fairness Act Rep. Mary Miller
April 29, 2021 Boozman, Wyden, Rubio and Durbin Introduce Resolution Condemning Repression of Iranian Baha'i Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
April 28, 2021 Wyden, Rubio, Durbin and Boozman Introduce Resolution Condemning Repression of Iranian Baha'i Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
April 21, 2021 Congressman García Votes Against Discriminatory Travel Bans and to Ensure Access to Counsel for Refugees at Ports of Entry Rep. Chuy Garcia
April 21, 2021 National Origin-Based Antidiscrimination for Nonimmigrants Act Rep. Jan Schakowsky
April 8, 2021 Schakowsky Statement on Holocaust Remembrance Day Rep. Jan Schakowsky
March 17, 2021 Letter to Honorable Antony Blinken, Secretary of State - Coons, Rubio Lead Senators in Urging Blinken to Protect Uyghurs and Other Minorities in Xinjiang Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Feb. 1, 2021 LaHood Introduces Resolution Commemorating National Catholic Schools Week Rep. Darin LaHood
Jan. 20, 2021 Tweet - "The Muslim travel ban was xenophobic & did not to make our country safer. Four long years of this discriminatory policy hurt countless families and damaged the standing of the United States around the world. Thank you @POTUS for immediately ending this bigoted ban." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 17, 2020 Tweet - "Facebook has revolutionized the way we communicate--but it has also been used to dehumanize & stoke violence against the Muslim community. Joining @ChrisCoons to call on Facebook to take immediate action to combat bigotry on its platform." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 16, 2020 Letter to Mark Zuckerberg, Chairman and CEO of Facebook, Inc. - Durbin, Colleagues Press Facebook To Take Immediate Action To Combat Anti-Muslim Bigotry On Its Platform Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 14, 2020 Tweet - "Wishing a happy #Diwali to everyone celebrating today! May your day be full of happiness, peace, and light." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2020 Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi Introduces Resolution Recognizing The Religious And Historical Significance Of The Festival Of Diwali Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Oct. 26, 2020 Tweet - "Congratulations to Chicago native and former Belleville Bishop Wilton Gregory on his being chosen as a new Cardinal in the Catholic Church. The Pope made an excellent choice." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 22, 2020 Tweet - "Sinking to a new low, Secretary of State Pompeo's bewildering attempt to label renowned human rights & humanitarian orgs as anti-Semitic reeks of desperation. This petty move only further undermines America's global leadership & prestige. It should go no further." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 27, 2020 Tweet - "To all those observing Yom Kippur in Illinois and across the world--I wish you an easy fast and a blessed day." 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
July 16, 2020 Tweet - "The public health pandemic has emphasized the importance of US involvement in global affairs, especially the effort to develop a #COVID19 treatment. Great to speak with @CatholicRelief about their work here & abroad to offer communities health & educational assistance." Sen. Dick Durbin
July 16, 2020 Durbin Discusses International Response To COVID-19 With Catholic Relief Services Sen. Dick Durbin
June 19, 2020 Tweet - "Thank you to Pastor Chris Harris for organizing today's Juneteenth "Faith Community-Led Peaceful Demonstration" March in Grant Park. Proud to mark this historic day with my friends of all backgrounds." Sen. Dick Durbin
June 17, 2020 Tweet - "5 years ago, a white supremacist walked into Emanuel AME Church in Charleston & murdered 9 innocent Black people in their house of worship. My heart still breaks for the victims & their families. We must do more to honor their memory by addressing systemic racism & gun violence." Sen. Dick Durbin
June 17, 2020 Durbin, Duckworth Discuss Support For Nonprofits With Cardinal Cupich And Catholic Charities Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
May 24, 2020 Tweet - "Eid Mubarak! Wishing a safe and happy Eid to all those celebrating in Illinois and around the world." Sen. Dick Durbin
May 14, 2020 Wyden, Rubio, Durbin and Boozman Introduce Resolution Condemning Repression of Iranian Baha'i Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
May 13, 2020 Tweet - "With the end of #Ramadan near & the #COVID19 pandemic ongoing, I urge the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to release political prisoners Raif Badawi, Waleed Abu al-Khair, Loujain al-Hathloul, Samar Badawi, and others on humanitarian grounds." Sen. Dick Durbin
May 7, 2020 Letter to Mike Pompeo, Department of State Secretary - Rep. TJ Sends Letter Urging State Department to Protect Sikhs in Afghanistan Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
April 23, 2020 Tweet - "#RamadanMubarak to everyone observing in Illinois and around the world. Especially in these times may the holy month bring you good health, strength, and peace." Sen. Dick Durbin
April 21, 2020 Tweet - "Today, on Yom HaShoah, #WeRemember the millions of Jews whose lives were stolen by the hatred and bigotry that was unleashed in the Holocaust. May we never again allow ourselves to turn a blind eye to such atrocities & crimes against humanity." Sen. Dick Durbin
April 12, 2020 Tweet - "Wishing a happy #Easter to all those celebrating in Illinois and around the world. In the midst of these unprecedented circumstances, I hope you all are able to virtually connect with family, friends, and loved ones this holiday weekend." Sen. Dick Durbin
April 11, 2020 Tweet - "Rochester, Illinois is more than a great football town. The outpouring of donations for the Christian Church food pantry shows Midwestern spirit at its best." Sen. Dick Durbin
April 9, 2020 Tweet - "Chag Sameach to all those celebrating #Passover in Illinois and around the world." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 23, 2020 Tweet - "The President's words matter. I had my differences with Pres. Bush, but after 9/11, in the face of hateful, Islamophobic attacks, he worked to bring the nation together & urged us all to respect one another." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 12, 2020 Letter to Religious Institutions - Durbin Informs Illinois Religious Institutions Of Nonprofit Security Grant Funding Sen. Dick Durbin
March 10, 2020 Tweet - "Proud to cosponsor @SenJackyRosen 's bipartisan #NeverAgain Education Act to fund Holocaust education in our schools. With anti-Semitism on the rise across the United States, we must take steps to ensure that future generations do not forget the horrors of the Holocaust." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 6, 2020 Tweet - "President Trump issued the second version of his discriminatory and unconstitutional Muslim travel ban three years ago today. In the time since, it has separated families, devastated communities, wasted taxpayer money, and made America less safe." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 3, 2020 Tweet - "Deeply saddened by the passing of Baba Punjab Singh nearly 8 years after he was wounded during the hate-fueled attack on the Sikh community at the Oak Creek Gurdwara in Wisconsin. My prayers are with his loved ones during this difficult time." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 19, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Eugene Scalia, Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Labor - Van Hollen, Murray, Democrats Push Departments of Education and Labor to Withdraw Rules Allowing for Federally Sanctioned Discrimination Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Feb. 14, 2020 Congressman Lamborn Joins Lawmakers Signing an Amicus Brief Supporting Religious Liberty Rep. Robin Kelly, ...
Feb. 4, 2020 Tweet - "Increased safety measures are an urgent issue for synagogues & other religious institutions & houses of worship. We must stand up to anti-Semitism & hate-fueled violence. I will continue to work to fund nonprofit security grants & pass my Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 1, 2020 Tweet - "Just days after the third anniversary of the original Muslim travel ban, President Trump has doubled down on this un-American action by instituting a travel ban that will hurt innocent people seeking reunion with their families and refuge from life-threatening situations." Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 29, 2020 Tweet - "Pres Trump's Muslim travel ban was the first of many anti-immigrant & anti-refugee policies to come out of his Admin. I intro'd a resolution w/ @SenBlumenthal & @SenDuckworth to send the message that Congress remains committed to helping those in need, regardless of the President." Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 27, 2020 On anniversary of Trump's Muslim ban, Coons, Chu, faith and civil rights leaders call for passage of NO BAN Act Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Jan. 27, 2020 Tweet - "Three years ago today, within a week of assuming office, President Trump issued the first version of his Muslim travel ban. The ugliness of that moment--and the subsequent campaign to uphold the ban in court--has done lasting damage." Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 27, 2020 Never Again Education Act Rep. Brad Schneider
Jan. 27, 2020 Tweet - "On #HolocaustMemorialDay, we remember the millions of lives that were lost 75 years ago and honor the survivors who faced immeasurable horrors with courage & resolve. We must re-commit ourselves to fighting anti-Semitism and hate wherever it may surface. #NeverAgain" Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 24, 2020 Congressman Brad Schneider Delivers Weekly Democratic Address on 75th Anniversary of Liberation of Auschwitz Rep. Brad Schneider
Jan. 23, 2020 Tweet - "On the 75th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz, we mourn the victims, honor the survivors, and recommit ourselves to fighting anti-Semitism and racism. #NeverAgain" Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 10, 2020 Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General of the U.S. Department of Justice, and the Hon. Christopher Wray, Dir. of the Federal Bureau of Investigations - In Aftermath Of Recent Attacks, Durbin Again Calls For Trump Admin To Step Up Efforts To Combat Domestic Terrorism & Hate Crimes Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 10, 2020 Tweet - "Proud to stand by leaders from the Jewish, Muslim, African-American, Latino, Sikh, and LGBTQ+ communities at @loop_chicago in the fight to combat violent domestic extremism. The threat of hate crimes and domestic terrorism is not new, but has increased sharply in recent years." Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 6, 2020 Tweet - "I am proud to stand with the Jewish community on #JewishandProud Day. The recent rise in anti-Semitic attacks & hate crimes across the U.S. is absolutely unacceptable. Congress must pass my Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act and the Jabara-Heyer NO HATE Act immediately." Sen. Dick Durbin
Dec. 30, 2019 Tweet - "The anti-Semitic attack in New York is a horrifying tragedy and part of a disturbing trend that must be addressed immediately. Congress must stand in solidarity with the Jewish community to fight the rise in anti-Semitism that is currently taking place across the United States." Sen. Dick Durbin
Date Title Politician
March 8, 2024 Durbin Defends Adeel Mangi Amid Baseless, Islamophobic Attacks by Senate Republicans Sen.Dick Durbin
March 4, 2024 Ranking Member Scott Statement on New Biden Actions to Combat Taxpayer-Funded Religious Discrimination, Protect Civil Rights Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 20, 2022 Risch, Rubio, Colleagues Applaud House Passage of Bill to Reauthorize USCIRF Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
June 29, 2022 92 Bipartisan Members of Congress Call on Dhs Secretary to Address Antisemitism Nationwide Rep.Brad Schneider
May 3, 2022 Jewish Members Issue Statement Responding to Recent Antisemitic Remarks by Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov Rep.Brad Schneider
April 27, 2022 Schakowsky Statement on Yom HaShoah Rep.Jan Schakowsky
April 17, 2022 Tweet - "Wishing a happy Easter to all those celebrating in Illinois and around the world. I hope we are all able to connect with family, friends, and loved ones over this holiday weekend." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 22, 2022 Risch Joins Rubio, Colleagues in Introducing Bill to Reauthorize the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Jan. 31, 2022 Schakowsky Statement on Recent Anti-Semitic Hate Crimes Rep.Jan Schakowsky
Jan. 27, 2022 Tweet: On #HolocaustRemembranceDay we remember the 6 million Jews and many others murdered in the Holocaust. With hatred and antisemitism on the rise globally, we must remind ourselves to always stand up and speak out when others are suffering. Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 25, 2022 Letter to Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Romney Joins Effort to Protect Faith-Based Child Welfare Providers Rep.Mary Miller, ...
Jan. 24, 2022 Letter to Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America - Congressman Biggs Demands Biden Administration to Stop Tracking Religious Exemptions from COVID-19 Vaccine Rep.Mary Miller, ...
Dec. 28, 2021 Tweet - "Deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Archbishop Desmond Tutu. He led a remarkable life and should serve as an inspiration to us all. May he rest in peace." Sen.Dick Durbin
Dec. 20, 2021 38 HOUSE REPUBLICANS FILE AMICUS BRIEF IN SUPPORT OF NAVY SERVICE MEMBERS SEEKING RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATIONS FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE'S COVID-19 VACCINE MANDATE Rep.Mary Miller, ...
Dec. 16, 2021 Letter to Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary Dept. of Health and Human Services - Congressman Biggs Sends Letter to HHS on Religious Freedoms Restoration Act Rep.Mary Miller, ...
Dec. 16, 2021 Letter to Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services - SENS. CRUZ, SCOTT, REP. NORMAN SEND LETTER URGING HHS SEC. BECERRA TO PROTECT FAITH-BASED CHILD WELFARE PROVIDERS Rep.Mary Miller, ...
Nov. 17, 2021 Durbin Questions District Court Nominees In Senate Judiciary Committee Hearing Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 2, 2021 Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi Introduces Bipartisan Resolution Recognizing Diwali's Religious And Historical Significance Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Oct. 27, 2021 Tweet - "Today marks three years since the anti-Semitic terrorist attack on the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh. My thoughts and prayers are with the victims' loved ones as they mourn the lives that were lost. May their memory be a blessing." Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 11, 2021 Letter to Hon. Merrick Garland, United States Attorney General; and Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Harris and Colleagues React After DOJ Voluntarily Dismisses Lawsuit Against Hospital that Forced Nurses to Assist in Elective Abortions Against their Conscience Rep.Mike Bost, ...
July 2, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Christopher Coons, Chairman of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on State, Foreign Operations and Related Programs, and the Hon. Lindsey Graham, Ranking Member of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs - Rosen Leads Colleagues in Bipartisan Call to Increase Funding for the Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Antisemitism Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
June 18, 2021 Catholic Members of Congress Release Statement of Principles Rep.Chuy Garcia, ...
June 1, 2021 Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - Meng Helps Lead Bipartisan Letter Asking Biden To Respond To Rising Antisemitism Rep.Bill Foster, ...
May 27, 2021 Never Again: Padilla, Coons Introduce Two Bills to Prevent Future Muslim Bans Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
May 14, 2021 Pregnant Workers Fairness Act Rep.Mary Miller
April 29, 2021 Boozman, Wyden, Rubio and Durbin Introduce Resolution Condemning Repression of Iranian Baha'i Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
April 28, 2021 Wyden, Rubio, Durbin and Boozman Introduce Resolution Condemning Repression of Iranian Baha'i Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
April 21, 2021 Congressman García Votes Against Discriminatory Travel Bans and to Ensure Access to Counsel for Refugees at Ports of Entry Rep.Chuy Garcia
April 21, 2021 National Origin-Based Antidiscrimination for Nonimmigrants Act Rep.Jan Schakowsky
April 8, 2021 Schakowsky Statement on Holocaust Remembrance Day Rep.Jan Schakowsky
March 17, 2021 Letter to Honorable Antony Blinken, Secretary of State - Coons, Rubio Lead Senators in Urging Blinken to Protect Uyghurs and Other Minorities in Xinjiang Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Feb. 1, 2021 LaHood Introduces Resolution Commemorating National Catholic Schools Week Rep.Darin LaHood
Jan. 20, 2021 Tweet - "The Muslim travel ban was xenophobic & did not to make our country safer. Four long years of this discriminatory policy hurt countless families and damaged the standing of the United States around the world. Thank you @POTUS for immediately ending this bigoted ban." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 17, 2020 Tweet - "Facebook has revolutionized the way we communicate--but it has also been used to dehumanize & stoke violence against the Muslim community. Joining @ChrisCoons to call on Facebook to take immediate action to combat bigotry on its platform." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 16, 2020 Letter to Mark Zuckerberg, Chairman and CEO of Facebook, Inc. - Durbin, Colleagues Press Facebook To Take Immediate Action To Combat Anti-Muslim Bigotry On Its Platform Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 14, 2020 Tweet - "Wishing a happy #Diwali to everyone celebrating today! May your day be full of happiness, peace, and light." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2020 Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi Introduces Resolution Recognizing The Religious And Historical Significance Of The Festival Of Diwali Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Oct. 26, 2020 Tweet - "Congratulations to Chicago native and former Belleville Bishop Wilton Gregory on his being chosen as a new Cardinal in the Catholic Church. The Pope made an excellent choice." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 22, 2020 Tweet - "Sinking to a new low, Secretary of State Pompeo's bewildering attempt to label renowned human rights & humanitarian orgs as anti-Semitic reeks of desperation. This petty move only further undermines America's global leadership & prestige. It should go no further." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 27, 2020 Tweet - "To all those observing Yom Kippur in Illinois and across the world--I wish you an easy fast and a blessed day." 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
July 16, 2020 Tweet - "The public health pandemic has emphasized the importance of US involvement in global affairs, especially the effort to develop a #COVID19 treatment. Great to speak with @CatholicRelief about their work here & abroad to offer communities health & educational assistance." Sen.Dick Durbin
July 16, 2020 Durbin Discusses International Response To COVID-19 With Catholic Relief Services Sen.Dick Durbin
June 19, 2020 Tweet - "Thank you to Pastor Chris Harris for organizing today's Juneteenth "Faith Community-Led Peaceful Demonstration" March in Grant Park. Proud to mark this historic day with my friends of all backgrounds." Sen.Dick Durbin
June 17, 2020 Tweet - "5 years ago, a white supremacist walked into Emanuel AME Church in Charleston & murdered 9 innocent Black people in their house of worship. My heart still breaks for the victims & their families. We must do more to honor their memory by addressing systemic racism & gun violence." Sen.Dick Durbin
June 17, 2020 Durbin, Duckworth Discuss Support For Nonprofits With Cardinal Cupich And Catholic Charities Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
May 24, 2020 Tweet - "Eid Mubarak! Wishing a safe and happy Eid to all those celebrating in Illinois and around the world." Sen.Dick Durbin
May 14, 2020 Wyden, Rubio, Durbin and Boozman Introduce Resolution Condemning Repression of Iranian Baha'i Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
May 13, 2020 Tweet - "With the end of #Ramadan near & the #COVID19 pandemic ongoing, I urge the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to release political prisoners Raif Badawi, Waleed Abu al-Khair, Loujain al-Hathloul, Samar Badawi, and others on humanitarian grounds." Sen.Dick Durbin
May 7, 2020 Letter to Mike Pompeo, Department of State Secretary - Rep. TJ Sends Letter Urging State Department to Protect Sikhs in Afghanistan Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
April 23, 2020 Tweet - "#RamadanMubarak to everyone observing in Illinois and around the world. Especially in these times may the holy month bring you good health, strength, and peace." Sen.Dick Durbin
April 21, 2020 Tweet - "Today, on Yom HaShoah, #WeRemember the millions of Jews whose lives were stolen by the hatred and bigotry that was unleashed in the Holocaust. May we never again allow ourselves to turn a blind eye to such atrocities & crimes against humanity." Sen.Dick Durbin
April 12, 2020 Tweet - "Wishing a happy #Easter to all those celebrating in Illinois and around the world. In the midst of these unprecedented circumstances, I hope you all are able to virtually connect with family, friends, and loved ones this holiday weekend." Sen.Dick Durbin
April 11, 2020 Tweet - "Rochester, Illinois is more than a great football town. The outpouring of donations for the Christian Church food pantry shows Midwestern spirit at its best." Sen.Dick Durbin
April 9, 2020 Tweet - "Chag Sameach to all those celebrating #Passover in Illinois and around the world." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 23, 2020 Tweet - "The President's words matter. I had my differences with Pres. Bush, but after 9/11, in the face of hateful, Islamophobic attacks, he worked to bring the nation together & urged us all to respect one another." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 12, 2020 Letter to Religious Institutions - Durbin Informs Illinois Religious Institutions Of Nonprofit Security Grant Funding Sen.Dick Durbin
March 10, 2020 Tweet - "Proud to cosponsor @SenJackyRosen 's bipartisan #NeverAgain Education Act to fund Holocaust education in our schools. With anti-Semitism on the rise across the United States, we must take steps to ensure that future generations do not forget the horrors of the Holocaust." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 6, 2020 Tweet - "President Trump issued the second version of his discriminatory and unconstitutional Muslim travel ban three years ago today. In the time since, it has separated families, devastated communities, wasted taxpayer money, and made America less safe." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 3, 2020 Tweet - "Deeply saddened by the passing of Baba Punjab Singh nearly 8 years after he was wounded during the hate-fueled attack on the Sikh community at the Oak Creek Gurdwara in Wisconsin. My prayers are with his loved ones during this difficult time." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 19, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Eugene Scalia, Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Labor - Van Hollen, Murray, Democrats Push Departments of Education and Labor to Withdraw Rules Allowing for Federally Sanctioned Discrimination Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Feb. 14, 2020 Congressman Lamborn Joins Lawmakers Signing an Amicus Brief Supporting Religious Liberty Rep.Robin Kelly, ...
Feb. 4, 2020 Tweet - "Increased safety measures are an urgent issue for synagogues & other religious institutions & houses of worship. We must stand up to anti-Semitism & hate-fueled violence. I will continue to work to fund nonprofit security grants & pass my Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 1, 2020 Tweet - "Just days after the third anniversary of the original Muslim travel ban, President Trump has doubled down on this un-American action by instituting a travel ban that will hurt innocent people seeking reunion with their families and refuge from life-threatening situations." Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 29, 2020 Tweet - "Pres Trump's Muslim travel ban was the first of many anti-immigrant & anti-refugee policies to come out of his Admin. I intro'd a resolution w/ @SenBlumenthal & @SenDuckworth to send the message that Congress remains committed to helping those in need, regardless of the President." Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 27, 2020 On anniversary of Trump's Muslim ban, Coons, Chu, faith and civil rights leaders call for passage of NO BAN Act Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Jan. 27, 2020 Tweet - "Three years ago today, within a week of assuming office, President Trump issued the first version of his Muslim travel ban. The ugliness of that moment--and the subsequent campaign to uphold the ban in court--has done lasting damage." Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 27, 2020 Never Again Education Act Rep.Brad Schneider
Jan. 27, 2020 Tweet - "On #HolocaustMemorialDay, we remember the millions of lives that were lost 75 years ago and honor the survivors who faced immeasurable horrors with courage & resolve. We must re-commit ourselves to fighting anti-Semitism and hate wherever it may surface. #NeverAgain" Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 24, 2020 Congressman Brad Schneider Delivers Weekly Democratic Address on 75th Anniversary of Liberation of Auschwitz Rep.Brad Schneider
Jan. 23, 2020 Tweet - "On the 75th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz, we mourn the victims, honor the survivors, and recommit ourselves to fighting anti-Semitism and racism. #NeverAgain" Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 10, 2020 Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General of the U.S. Department of Justice, and the Hon. Christopher Wray, Dir. of the Federal Bureau of Investigations - In Aftermath Of Recent Attacks, Durbin Again Calls For Trump Admin To Step Up Efforts To Combat Domestic Terrorism & Hate Crimes Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 10, 2020 Tweet - "Proud to stand by leaders from the Jewish, Muslim, African-American, Latino, Sikh, and LGBTQ+ communities at @loop_chicago in the fight to combat violent domestic extremism. The threat of hate crimes and domestic terrorism is not new, but has increased sharply in recent years." Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 6, 2020 Tweet - "I am proud to stand with the Jewish community on #JewishandProud Day. The recent rise in anti-Semitic attacks & hate crimes across the U.S. is absolutely unacceptable. Congress must pass my Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act and the Jabara-Heyer NO HATE Act immediately." Sen.Dick Durbin
Dec. 30, 2019 Tweet - "The anti-Semitic attack in New York is a horrifying tragedy and part of a disturbing trend that must be addressed immediately. Congress must stand in solidarity with the Jewish community to fight the rise in anti-Semitism that is currently taking place across the United States." Sen.Dick Durbin
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