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Jan. 6, 2022
Senator Markey's Statement on First Anniversary of January 6th
Sen. Ed Markey
Jan. 6, 2022
Tweet - "The anniversary of the insurrection is a reminder that American democracy was -- and continues to be -- under attack. A year later, I'm still committed to securing accountability for those involved and passing legislation to protect the right to vote."
Sen. Mark Warner
Jan. 6, 2022
Rep. Ilhan Omar Statement on One Year Anniversary of January 6th Insurrection
Rep. Ilhan Omar
Jan. 6, 2022
Representative Adriano Espaillat Statement Marking One-Year Anniversary of the January 6th Insurrection
Rep. Adriano Espaillat
Jan. 6, 2022
Emmer Statement on One-Year Anniversary of January 6th
Rep. Tom Emmer
Jan. 5, 2022
Tweet - "Voting rights are under attack across the country & Wisconsin Republicans are fleecing taxpayers to promote Trump's Big Lie and undermine people's faith in our elections. We need to pass the #JohnLewisVotingRightsAct and #FreedomToVoteAct to protect and strengthen our Democracy."
Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Jan. 5, 2022
Fox News-Hawley Op-Ed: Democrats brought us a year of fear in 2021. In 2022, let us be not afraid and reclaim our American spirit
Sen. Josh Hawley
Jan. 4, 2022
Tweet - "No Senate rule is more important than protecting the right to vote in our country. If Senate Republicans continue blocking strong voting rights legislation, then Democrats can't let Senate rules and procedures stand in the way of taking action."
Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 4, 2022
Tweet - "I believe voting rights are the foundation of our democracy and that it works best when all voices can be heard. We cannot let Senate Republicans obstruct us from taking action to stop voter suppression, protect voting rights, and put power back in the hands of the people."
Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Jan. 4, 2022
Tweet - "Let me be clear: voting rights are under attack. We must pass the Freedom to Vote Act and the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act."
Sen. Mark Warner
Jan. 4, 2022
Tweet - "The Senate must act on voting rights."
Sen. Mark Warner
Jan. 4, 2022
Tweet - "In 2022, we must pass federal legislation to protect every American's right to vote."
Sen. Amy Klobuchar
Jan. 3, 2022
Letter to Michael Carvajal, Director of the Federal Bureau of Prisons - Higgins, Greene Demand Humane Treatment for January 6 Prisoners
Rep. Glen Higgins, ...
Jan. 2, 2022
Tweet - "Protecting the right to vote is one of the most important things Congress can and must do. This is about ensuring our democracy stays a democracy--and the Senate should use every tool available to get it done."
Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 31, 2021
Kennedy Joins More Than 180 Lawmakers to File Amicus Brief Opposing Biden Vaccine Mandate
Sen. John Kennedy
Dec. 31, 2021
Tweet - "To protect our democracy, there's nothing more important than making sure every American can exercise their right to vote."
Sen. Amy Klobuchar
Dec. 28, 2021
Tweet - "Far-right state legislators across the country are passing laws that make it harder for people--and in particular people of color--to vote. This is an attack on the very foundation of our democracy. We need to pass strong federal voting rights legislation."
Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 28, 2021
Tweet - "They used to blame losses on wild claims about voting illegally. Now they're trying to stop citizens from voting legally. This Senate will vote on protecting voting rights, the most fundamental liberty we have as citizens."
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Dec. 27, 2021
Tweet - "Wisconsin Republicans are attacking a fair and legal election and want to make it harder to vote. The time to pass the #FreedomToVoteAct and protect voting rights is NOW."
Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Dec. 26, 2021
Tweet - "Archbishop Desmond Tutu was a towering figure for human rights, Black empowerment, & peace on Earth. I join with so many others worldwide in paying tribute to his memory & in being thankful for the extraordinary gift that was his life."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 26, 2021
Tweet - "Archbishop Desmond Tutu will always be remembered for his unfailing dedication to justice and equality in the face of persecution and hatred."
Rep. Jim Clyburn
Dec. 26, 2021
Hoyer Statement on the Passing of Archbishop Desmond Tutu
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 26, 2021
Tweet - "Archbishop Tutu helped end apartheid in South Africa by reminding us, "if you are neutral in situations of injustice, you have chosen the side of the oppressor." We remember this hero as we continue the work for equality and justice".
Sen. Bernie Sanders
Dec. 23, 2021
Rep. Adriano Espaillat Introduces Resolution Honoring Fight Against Slavery in the Americas
Rep. Adriano Espaillat
Dec. 23, 2021
Schrader, Bonamici Lead Push to Modernize Grand Ronde and Siletz Tribes' Hunting and Fishing Agreements
Rep. Suzanne Bonamici, ...
Dec. 23, 2021
Tweet - "If we have to change the Senate rules to pass strong federal voting rights legislation, then let's do it. Nothing is more important than protecting the right to have a voice in our democracy."
Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 22, 2021
Luján Statement on Decision to Dissolve Land Grants Committee
Sen. Ben Luján
Dec. 22, 2021
Tweet - "I'm standing in solidarity with Wisconsin's Cameroonian diaspora. #CameroonTPS"
Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Dec. 21, 2021
Tweet - "Senate rules should not get in the way of protecting the foundation of our democracy--the right to vote. Period."
Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 21, 2021
Tweet - "We're witnessing nothing less than an assault on democracy. We need to get voting rights done."
Sen. Mark Warner
Dec. 21, 2021
Espaillat Bill Implemented by Biden Administration to Now Require ICE Agents to Wear Body Cameras While on Duty
Rep. Adriano Espaillat
Dec. 21, 2021
Egypt Human Rights Caucus Co-Chairs' Statement On the Sentencing of Egyptian Human Rights Defenders
Rep. Donald Beyer
Dec. 20, 2021
Webster & Signs Amicus Brief in Support of Navy Service Members Seeking Religious Accommodations for the Department of Defense's COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate
Rep. Daniel Webster
Dec. 18, 2021
Tweet - "The Senate can pass voting rights legislation. Or risk the death of our democracy. There is no middle ground."
Rep. Hakeem Jeffries
Dec. 18, 2021
Tweet - "In the words of Bob Dole: "No first-class democracy can treat people like second-class citizens.""
Sen. Amy Klobuchar
Dec. 17, 2021
Watch: Rep. Wild Urges Congress to Address the Rise of Islamophobia Worldwide
Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
Dec. 17, 2021
Dr. Rand Paul Releases Report on the Economic Cost of Vaccine Mandates in Kentucky
Sen. Rand Paul
Dec. 17, 2021
Kennedy, Warnock Introduce Bill Honoring Freedom Riders
Sen. Raphael Warnock, ...
Dec. 17, 2021
Tweet - "Growing up, civil rights leader and educator Mary McLeod Bethune was one of my mother's greatest heroes."
Rep. Jim Clyburn
Dec. 17, 2021
Tweet - "Folks: if we made an exception to the filibuster for the debt ceiling, then why can't we do the same for voting rights legislation?"
Sen. Mark Warner
Dec. 17, 2021
Tweet - "Will be joining @DavidWestin on @BloombergTV shortly to discuss the latest on voting rights, #VAWA reauthorization, and #BuildBackBetter. Make sure you tune in."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Dec. 16, 2021
CONGRESSMAN VAN DREW REACTS TO GOVERNOR MURPHY'S 8-STEP PLAN TO DIMINISH SECOND AMENDMENT RIGHTS
Rep. Jeff Van Drew
Dec. 16, 2021
Tweet - "The freedom to vote is fundamental to all of our freedoms. That is why this bill is called the Freedom to Vote Act."
Sen. Amy Klobuchar
Dec. 16, 2021
Letter Hon. Merrick B. Garland, Attorney General Dept. of Justice - Plans Regarding Federal Executions by Lethal Injection
Rep. Ayanna Pressley
Dec. 16, 2021
Tweet - "Voting is how Americans control their government and hold elected officials accountable. So for anyone watching this at home, you want to hold people accountable? Make sure you have the right to vote."
Sen. Amy Klobuchar
Dec. 16, 2021
Tweet - "GOP state legislatures are passing the most egregious restrictions on voting rights we've seen since segregation. We are working to respond to these attacks by passing legislation to protect the right to vote. The fight to protect voting rights is far from over in the Senate."
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Dec. 16, 2021
Thune, McClain Introduce Bicameral Legislation to Protect Toddlers From Federal Mandates
Sen. John Thune, ...
Dec. 16, 2021
Congresswoman Claudia Tenney Backs Bill to Ensure Only American Citizens Can Vote in Elections
Rep. Claudia Tenney
Dec. 16, 2021
Chairman Menendez Leads SFRC Dems In Introducing the Department of State Inclusivity Act
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Dec. 16, 2021
Tweet - "Folks, let me put it plainly: the restrictions on voting rights and the efforts to put elections into the hands of partisan operatives are outright attacks on American democracy. We must act on voting rights legislation now."
Sen. Mark Warner
Date
Title
Politician
Jan. 6, 2022
Senator Markey's Statement on First Anniversary of January 6th
Sen.Ed Markey
Jan. 6, 2022
Tweet - "The anniversary of the insurrection is a reminder that American democracy was -- and continues to be -- under attack. A year later, I'm still committed to securing accountability for those involved and passing legislation to protect the right to vote."
Sen.Mark Warner
Jan. 6, 2022
Rep. Ilhan Omar Statement on One Year Anniversary of January 6th Insurrection
Rep.Ilhan Omar
Jan. 6, 2022
Representative Adriano Espaillat Statement Marking One-Year Anniversary of the January 6th Insurrection
Rep.Adriano Espaillat
Jan. 6, 2022
Emmer Statement on One-Year Anniversary of January 6th
Rep.Tom Emmer
Jan. 5, 2022
Tweet - "Voting rights are under attack across the country & Wisconsin Republicans are fleecing taxpayers to promote Trump's Big Lie and undermine people's faith in our elections. We need to pass the #JohnLewisVotingRightsAct and #FreedomToVoteAct to protect and strengthen our Democracy."
Sen.Tammy Baldwin
Jan. 5, 2022
Fox News-Hawley Op-Ed: Democrats brought us a year of fear in 2021. In 2022, let us be not afraid and reclaim our American spirit
Sen.Josh Hawley
Jan. 4, 2022
Tweet - "No Senate rule is more important than protecting the right to vote in our country. If Senate Republicans continue blocking strong voting rights legislation, then Democrats can't let Senate rules and procedures stand in the way of taking action."
Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 4, 2022
Tweet - "I believe voting rights are the foundation of our democracy and that it works best when all voices can be heard. We cannot let Senate Republicans obstruct us from taking action to stop voter suppression, protect voting rights, and put power back in the hands of the people."
Sen.Tammy Baldwin
Jan. 4, 2022
Tweet - "Let me be clear: voting rights are under attack. We must pass the Freedom to Vote Act and the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act."
Sen.Mark Warner
Jan. 4, 2022
Tweet - "The Senate must act on voting rights."
Sen.Mark Warner
Jan. 4, 2022
Tweet - "In 2022, we must pass federal legislation to protect every American's right to vote."
Sen.Amy Klobuchar
Jan. 3, 2022
Letter to Michael Carvajal, Director of the Federal Bureau of Prisons - Higgins, Greene Demand Humane Treatment for January 6 Prisoners
Rep.Glen Higgins, ...
Jan. 2, 2022
Tweet - "Protecting the right to vote is one of the most important things Congress can and must do. This is about ensuring our democracy stays a democracy--and the Senate should use every tool available to get it done."
Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 31, 2021
Kennedy Joins More Than 180 Lawmakers to File Amicus Brief Opposing Biden Vaccine Mandate
Sen.John Kennedy
Dec. 31, 2021
Tweet - "To protect our democracy, there's nothing more important than making sure every American can exercise their right to vote."
Sen.Amy Klobuchar
Dec. 28, 2021
Tweet - "Far-right state legislators across the country are passing laws that make it harder for people--and in particular people of color--to vote. This is an attack on the very foundation of our democracy. We need to pass strong federal voting rights legislation."
Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 28, 2021
Tweet - "They used to blame losses on wild claims about voting illegally. Now they're trying to stop citizens from voting legally. This Senate will vote on protecting voting rights, the most fundamental liberty we have as citizens."
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Dec. 27, 2021
Tweet - "Wisconsin Republicans are attacking a fair and legal election and want to make it harder to vote. The time to pass the #FreedomToVoteAct and protect voting rights is NOW."
Sen.Tammy Baldwin
Dec. 26, 2021
Tweet - "Archbishop Desmond Tutu was a towering figure for human rights, Black empowerment, & peace on Earth. I join with so many others worldwide in paying tribute to his memory & in being thankful for the extraordinary gift that was his life."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 26, 2021
Tweet - "Archbishop Desmond Tutu will always be remembered for his unfailing dedication to justice and equality in the face of persecution and hatred."
Rep.Jim Clyburn
Dec. 26, 2021
Hoyer Statement on the Passing of Archbishop Desmond Tutu
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 26, 2021
Tweet - "Archbishop Tutu helped end apartheid in South Africa by reminding us, "if you are neutral in situations of injustice, you have chosen the side of the oppressor." We remember this hero as we continue the work for equality and justice".
Sen.Bernie Sanders
Dec. 23, 2021
Rep. Adriano Espaillat Introduces Resolution Honoring Fight Against Slavery in the Americas
Rep.Adriano Espaillat
Dec. 23, 2021
Schrader, Bonamici Lead Push to Modernize Grand Ronde and Siletz Tribes' Hunting and Fishing Agreements
Rep.Suzanne Bonamici, ...
Dec. 23, 2021
Tweet - "If we have to change the Senate rules to pass strong federal voting rights legislation, then let's do it. Nothing is more important than protecting the right to have a voice in our democracy."
Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 22, 2021
Luján Statement on Decision to Dissolve Land Grants Committee
Sen.Ben Luján
Dec. 22, 2021
Tweet - "I'm standing in solidarity with Wisconsin's Cameroonian diaspora. #CameroonTPS"
Sen.Tammy Baldwin
Dec. 21, 2021
Tweet - "Senate rules should not get in the way of protecting the foundation of our democracy--the right to vote. Period."
Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 21, 2021
Tweet - "We're witnessing nothing less than an assault on democracy. We need to get voting rights done."
Sen.Mark Warner
Dec. 21, 2021
Espaillat Bill Implemented by Biden Administration to Now Require ICE Agents to Wear Body Cameras While on Duty
Rep.Adriano Espaillat
Dec. 21, 2021
Egypt Human Rights Caucus Co-Chairs' Statement On the Sentencing of Egyptian Human Rights Defenders
Rep.Donald Beyer
Dec. 20, 2021
Webster & Signs Amicus Brief in Support of Navy Service Members Seeking Religious Accommodations for the Department of Defense's COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate
Rep.Daniel Webster
Dec. 18, 2021
Tweet - "The Senate can pass voting rights legislation. Or risk the death of our democracy. There is no middle ground."
Rep.Hakeem Jeffries
Dec. 18, 2021
Tweet - "In the words of Bob Dole: "No first-class democracy can treat people like second-class citizens.""
Sen.Amy Klobuchar
Dec. 17, 2021
Watch: Rep. Wild Urges Congress to Address the Rise of Islamophobia Worldwide
Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
Dec. 17, 2021
Dr. Rand Paul Releases Report on the Economic Cost of Vaccine Mandates in Kentucky
Sen.Rand Paul
Dec. 17, 2021
Kennedy, Warnock Introduce Bill Honoring Freedom Riders
Sen.Raphael Warnock, ...
Dec. 17, 2021
Tweet - "Growing up, civil rights leader and educator Mary McLeod Bethune was one of my mother's greatest heroes."
Rep.Jim Clyburn
Dec. 17, 2021
Tweet - "Folks: if we made an exception to the filibuster for the debt ceiling, then why can't we do the same for voting rights legislation?"
Sen.Mark Warner
Dec. 17, 2021
Tweet - "Will be joining @DavidWestin on @BloombergTV shortly to discuss the latest on voting rights, #VAWA reauthorization, and #BuildBackBetter. Make sure you tune in."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Dec. 16, 2021
CONGRESSMAN VAN DREW REACTS TO GOVERNOR MURPHY'S 8-STEP PLAN TO DIMINISH SECOND AMENDMENT RIGHTS
Rep.Jeff Van Drew
Dec. 16, 2021
Tweet - "The freedom to vote is fundamental to all of our freedoms. That is why this bill is called the Freedom to Vote Act."
Sen.Amy Klobuchar
Dec. 16, 2021
Letter Hon. Merrick B. Garland, Attorney General Dept. of Justice - Plans Regarding Federal Executions by Lethal Injection
Rep.Ayanna Pressley
Dec. 16, 2021
Tweet - "Voting is how Americans control their government and hold elected officials accountable. So for anyone watching this at home, you want to hold people accountable? Make sure you have the right to vote."
Sen.Amy Klobuchar
Dec. 16, 2021
Tweet - "GOP state legislatures are passing the most egregious restrictions on voting rights we've seen since segregation. We are working to respond to these attacks by passing legislation to protect the right to vote. The fight to protect voting rights is far from over in the Senate."
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Dec. 16, 2021
Thune, McClain Introduce Bicameral Legislation to Protect Toddlers From Federal Mandates
Sen.John Thune, ...
Dec. 16, 2021
Congresswoman Claudia Tenney Backs Bill to Ensure Only American Citizens Can Vote in Elections
Rep.Claudia Tenney
Dec. 16, 2021
Chairman Menendez Leads SFRC Dems In Introducing the Department of State Inclusivity Act
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Dec. 16, 2021
Tweet - "Folks, let me put it plainly: the restrictions on voting rights and the efforts to put elections into the hands of partisan operatives are outright attacks on American democracy. We must act on voting rights legislation now."
Sen.Mark Warner
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