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Nov. 19, 2020 Durbin Discusses COVID-19 Relief For Schools With National Education Association President Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 19, 2020 Tweet - "COVID-19 is surging across IL to our worst levels yet. Illinoisans--please do everything you can to stop the spread of this virus. Take the warnings from our public health agencies seriously, wear a mask, and make sure to social distance. We all must work together to save lives." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 18, 2020 Chairs Maloney, Clyburn, and Krishnamoorthi Issue Statement on Decision to Cancel Coronavirus Ad Campaign to Help Trump's Reelection Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi, ...
Nov. 18, 2020 Tweet - "The Trump @USDA wants to end SNAP benefits & take food off the table for 8,000 seniors in supportive living facilities--in the middle of a pandemic. @SenDuckworth , @RepCheri , @RodneyDavis , & I are leading the IL delegation in opposing this cruel effort." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 18, 2020 Durbin: Instead Of Negotiating Bipartisan COVID-19 Relief Legislation, McConnell Focused On Confirming More Under-Qualified Judges Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 18, 2020 Tweet - "The Trump Admin's refusal to commit to a smooth transition is going to seriously hamper the incoming Biden Admin's ability to address COVID-19. Withholding public health info during this pandemic is the height of irresponsibility & the American people are going to pay the price." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 17, 2020 Tweet - "I'm speaking live on the Senate floor about the recent nationwide surge in COVID-19 infections & the urgent need for Congress to pass a meaningful relief bill. Watch here:" Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 17, 2020 Tweet - "Will be joining @wolfblitzer on @CNNSitRoom shortly to discuss rising COVID-19 cases and the Republican response to President Trump's refusal to concede. Make sure you tune in." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 17, 2020 Tweet - "COVID-19 is surging in every single state in America and Republicans are too busy trying to soothe the President's sore ego to do anything about it. Well the election is over & Pres. Trump lost by more than 5 million votes--it's time we get back to work for the American people." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 17, 2020 Chairs Thompson and Underwood Statement on Trump Firing Chris Krebs Rep. Lauren Underwood, ...
Nov. 16, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the Dept. of Health and Human Services, and the Hon. Robert Redfield, Dir. of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - Gillibrand Calls On HHS, CDC To Strengthen Ultra-Cold Storage Infrastructure Needed To Ship, Handle, And Distribute COVID-19 Vaccine Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Nov. 16, 2020 Tweet - "We have reached the gravest moment of this pandemic. We need to help w/ unemployment relief, small business & restaurant relief, aid to state & local govts, more testing, a helping hand to families, and logistical help for vaccine distro. The Senate must pass COVID relief NOW." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 16, 2020 Tweet - "We're facing a health workforce crisis as our doctors & nurses grapple w/ this unrelenting pandemic. @marcorubio & I have a bill to address these health care shortages--but we need Sen. McConnell to finally join Dems to negotiate a bipartisan relief deal." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 16, 2020 Tweet - "Hate crimes are on the rise across the United States. Republicans in Congress must do more to address this growing crisis. My Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act with @RepSchneider passed the House unanimously--but Sen. McConnell has refused to bring it up for a vote in the Senate." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2020 Tweet - "Will be joining @chucktodd on @MSNBC soon to discuss President-elect Biden's transition process and the surge in COVID-19 cases across the US. Make sure to tune in." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2020 Tweet - "Health Care Heroes across America have been risking their lives for months in the fight against COVID-19. It's on all of us to do our part for them by wearing a mask & social distancing. Together we can help save lives." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2020 Tweet - "With the #COVID19 pandemic, there has never been a more important time to make sure you have good health coverage. Take advantage of the 2021 open enrollment period by going to http://healthcare.gov today to find a plan that fits you best." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2020 Tweet - "Sen. McConnell needs to face reality and work with Democrats to pass comprehensive COVID-19 relief. Infections & hospitalizations are skyrocketing across the country--we can't afford to keep waiting on health & economic assistance any longer." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2020 Tweet - "My thoughts & prayers go out to the lives lost due to #COVID19 at LaSalle Veterans Home, which is grappling with a significant outbreak. My office is in contact w/ the Gov's office and is ready to help in any way possible. Praying for a quick recovery for the residents & staff." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2020 Tweet - "The U.S. has shattered new single-day records for COVID-19 cases almost every day this month. Senate Republicans need to get their priorities straight--stop boycotting negotiations & join us to provide health resources & economic relief NOW." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2020 Tweet - "Will be joining @CNNnewsroom soon to discuss President-elect Biden's transition, as well as the surging cases of COVID-19 across the country & how the Senate must act. Make sure you tune in." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 10, 2020 Durbin Calls On McConnell To Pass Meaningful COVID-19 Relief Legislation To Help Hard Hit Businesses Struggling During Pandemic Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 10, 2020 Durbin Slams Republicans On Judiciary Committee For Continuing To Relitigate The 2016 Election And The Mueller Investigation Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 10, 2020 Tweet - "History will judge us on how we respond--or don't--to the worst health crisis in a century & deepest recession in 75 years. It's time for Senate Republicans to end their boycott of negotiations & actually work with Dems to respond to the toll this pandemic is taking on our nation." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 9, 2020 Tweet - "President-elect Biden's #COVID19 task force is solid. I have worked with many over the years. They are respected professionals, truth tellers, and real leaders. America can turn the corner on this pandemic if we pull together." Sen. Dick Durbin
Date Title Politician
Nov. 19, 2020 Durbin Discusses COVID-19 Relief For Schools With National Education Association President Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 19, 2020 Tweet - "COVID-19 is surging across IL to our worst levels yet. Illinoisans--please do everything you can to stop the spread of this virus. Take the warnings from our public health agencies seriously, wear a mask, and make sure to social distance. We all must work together to save lives." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 18, 2020 Chairs Maloney, Clyburn, and Krishnamoorthi Issue Statement on Decision to Cancel Coronavirus Ad Campaign to Help Trump's Reelection Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi, ...
Nov. 18, 2020 Tweet - "The Trump @USDA wants to end SNAP benefits & take food off the table for 8,000 seniors in supportive living facilities--in the middle of a pandemic. @SenDuckworth , @RepCheri , @RodneyDavis , & I are leading the IL delegation in opposing this cruel effort." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 18, 2020 Durbin: Instead Of Negotiating Bipartisan COVID-19 Relief Legislation, McConnell Focused On Confirming More Under-Qualified Judges Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 18, 2020 Tweet - "The Trump Admin's refusal to commit to a smooth transition is going to seriously hamper the incoming Biden Admin's ability to address COVID-19. Withholding public health info during this pandemic is the height of irresponsibility & the American people are going to pay the price." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 17, 2020 Tweet - "I'm speaking live on the Senate floor about the recent nationwide surge in COVID-19 infections & the urgent need for Congress to pass a meaningful relief bill. Watch here:" Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 17, 2020 Tweet - "Will be joining @wolfblitzer on @CNNSitRoom shortly to discuss rising COVID-19 cases and the Republican response to President Trump's refusal to concede. Make sure you tune in." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 17, 2020 Tweet - "COVID-19 is surging in every single state in America and Republicans are too busy trying to soothe the President's sore ego to do anything about it. Well the election is over & Pres. Trump lost by more than 5 million votes--it's time we get back to work for the American people." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 17, 2020 Chairs Thompson and Underwood Statement on Trump Firing Chris Krebs Rep.Lauren Underwood, ...
Nov. 16, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the Dept. of Health and Human Services, and the Hon. Robert Redfield, Dir. of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - Gillibrand Calls On HHS, CDC To Strengthen Ultra-Cold Storage Infrastructure Needed To Ship, Handle, And Distribute COVID-19 Vaccine Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Nov. 16, 2020 Tweet - "We have reached the gravest moment of this pandemic. We need to help w/ unemployment relief, small business & restaurant relief, aid to state & local govts, more testing, a helping hand to families, and logistical help for vaccine distro. The Senate must pass COVID relief NOW." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 16, 2020 Tweet - "We're facing a health workforce crisis as our doctors & nurses grapple w/ this unrelenting pandemic. @marcorubio & I have a bill to address these health care shortages--but we need Sen. McConnell to finally join Dems to negotiate a bipartisan relief deal." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 16, 2020 Tweet - "Hate crimes are on the rise across the United States. Republicans in Congress must do more to address this growing crisis. My Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act with @RepSchneider passed the House unanimously--but Sen. McConnell has refused to bring it up for a vote in the Senate." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2020 Tweet - "Will be joining @chucktodd on @MSNBC soon to discuss President-elect Biden's transition process and the surge in COVID-19 cases across the US. Make sure to tune in." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2020 Tweet - "Health Care Heroes across America have been risking their lives for months in the fight against COVID-19. It's on all of us to do our part for them by wearing a mask & social distancing. Together we can help save lives." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2020 Tweet - "With the #COVID19 pandemic, there has never been a more important time to make sure you have good health coverage. Take advantage of the 2021 open enrollment period by going to http://healthcare.gov today to find a plan that fits you best." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2020 Tweet - "Sen. McConnell needs to face reality and work with Democrats to pass comprehensive COVID-19 relief. Infections & hospitalizations are skyrocketing across the country--we can't afford to keep waiting on health & economic assistance any longer." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2020 Tweet - "My thoughts & prayers go out to the lives lost due to #COVID19 at LaSalle Veterans Home, which is grappling with a significant outbreak. My office is in contact w/ the Gov's office and is ready to help in any way possible. Praying for a quick recovery for the residents & staff." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2020 Tweet - "The U.S. has shattered new single-day records for COVID-19 cases almost every day this month. Senate Republicans need to get their priorities straight--stop boycotting negotiations & join us to provide health resources & economic relief NOW." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2020 Tweet - "Will be joining @CNNnewsroom soon to discuss President-elect Biden's transition, as well as the surging cases of COVID-19 across the country & how the Senate must act. Make sure you tune in." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 10, 2020 Durbin Calls On McConnell To Pass Meaningful COVID-19 Relief Legislation To Help Hard Hit Businesses Struggling During Pandemic Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 10, 2020 Durbin Slams Republicans On Judiciary Committee For Continuing To Relitigate The 2016 Election And The Mueller Investigation Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 10, 2020 Tweet - "History will judge us on how we respond--or don't--to the worst health crisis in a century & deepest recession in 75 years. It's time for Senate Republicans to end their boycott of negotiations & actually work with Dems to respond to the toll this pandemic is taking on our nation." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 9, 2020 Tweet - "President-elect Biden's #COVID19 task force is solid. I have worked with many over the years. They are respected professionals, truth tellers, and real leaders. America can turn the corner on this pandemic if we pull together." Sen.Dick Durbin
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