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Nov. 29, 2022
Blumenthal Applauds Senate Passage of the Respect for Marriage Act
Sen. Dick Blumenthal
Nov. 29, 2022
Pelosi Statement on Senate Passage of Respect for Marriage Act
Rep. Nancy Pelosi
Nov. 17, 2022
Norton Condemns Lee Amendment Attacking D.c.'s Lgbtq+ Residents
Rep. Eleanor Norton
Nov. 16, 2022
Van Hollen Statement on Senate Vote to Move Forward on Respect for Marriage Act
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Nov. 16, 2022
Heinrich Statement Urging Senate To Protect Marriage Equality
Sen. Martin Heinrich
Nov. 16, 2022
Hoeven Statement on Respect for Marriage Act
Sen. John Hoeven
Nov. 16, 2022
Sen. Cramer: Government Should Not Be Involved in the Marriage Business
Sen. Kevin Cramer
Nov. 14, 2022
Tweet - "The Respect for Marriage Act will protect marriage equality and ensure individuals in same-sex and interracial marriages are guaranteed the same rights & freedoms as every other marriage. We are going to get this done for loving families across America."
Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Nov. 14, 2022
Tweet - "With the Respect for Marriage Act: I just took steps on the Senate floor to set up a first procedural vote for Wednesday on legislation to codify marriage equality into law. No American should ever be discriminated against because of who they love."
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 5, 2022
Tweet - "It's simple: while Republicans vote against protecting Americans' Constitutional rights, House Democrats are defending women's access to reproductive health care and the right to marry those they love."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Nov. 3, 2022
Tweet - "It's been one year since Republicans blocked the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act. The right to vote is the cornerstone of our democracy. It's shameful that Republicans refuse to protect our rights."
Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 1, 2022
CONGRESSWOMAN CLARKE ISSUES STATEMENT PRAISING PRESIDENT BIDEN'S BLUEPRINT FOR AN AI BILL OF RIGHTS
Rep. Yvette Clarke
Oct. 31, 2022
Tweet - "This is an evil regime that is scared to death of facing the facts: Iranians want freedom, not a thug robbing citizens of human rights and censoring their speech. I applaud these brave protestors who're standing for freedom and against this vile regime."
Sen. Rick Scott
Oct. 27, 2022
Tweet - "#MahsaAmini's murder by the regime is inspiring thousands of Iranians to protest in every part of Iran for 40 days now. They want an end to the subjugation of women and an end to the regime. (1/2)"
Sen. Rick Scott
Oct. 21, 2022
Letter to Mr. Richard C. Visek, Acting Legal Advisor for the US Department of State - Jacobs, Castro Lead Call for Biden Administration to Affirm Global Commitment to Protecting Sexual and Reproductive Rights Post-dobbs
Rep. Mark DeSaulnier, ...
Oct. 20, 2022
Tweet - "A year ago today, Republicans blocked the #FreedomToVote Act, which would've protected the right to vote, cracked down on dark money, & more. Even as Republicans stand in the way, I'll never stop fighting to protect our democracy--no matter what it takes."
Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 20, 2022
Tlaib Re-Introduces Historic Legislation Restoring Original Intent, Expanding Protections of Civil Rights Laws
Rep. Rashida Tlaib
Oct. 14, 2022
Tweet - "I'm proud to earn a score of 100% on @HRC 's Congressional Scorecard. Let's keep pushing for the freedom of full equality for all."
Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Oct. 7, 2022
Senator Gillibrand Headlines The 86th NAACP NYS Conference Convention In Binghamton; Stands With Hazel Dukes To Address Issues Impacting The African American Community
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
Oct. 7, 2022
Congressman Cohen Introduces the Free Speech Protection Act
Rep. Steve Cohen
Sept. 30, 2022
Schiff, McCollum Introduce Khashoggi Act to Protect Journalists
Sen. Adam Schiff
Sept. 30, 2022
McCollum, Schiff Introduce Khashoggi Act to Protect Journalists
Rep. Betty McCollum
Sept. 29, 2022
REPS TED LIEU, SHEILA JACKSON LEE, YVETTE CLARKE, AND JIMMY GOMEZ INTRODUCE BILL TO REGULATE LAW ENFORCEMENT USE OF FACIAL RECOGNITION TECHNOLOGY
Rep. Ted Lieu
Sept. 29, 2022
REPS JIMMY GOMEZ, TED LIEU, SHEILA JACKSON LEE, AND YVETTE CLARKE INTRODUCE BILL TO REGULATE LAW ENFORCEMENT USE OF FACIAL RECOGNITION TECHNOLOGY
Rep. Jimmy Gomez
Sept. 28, 2022
Tweet - "I thank @RepMaloney for her continued advocacy for enshrining women's rights in the Constitution through the #EqualRightsAmendment and calling for its long-overdue publication. There is no expiration date on equality; we need the #ERANow."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 27, 2022
Collins, King Join Bill to Give Maine Same-Sex Couples Tax Refunds They Should Have Received
Sen. Susan Collins
Sept. 21, 2022
Gooden Condemns Big Bank CEOs Enabling China's Genocide
Rep. Lance Gooden
Sept. 20, 2022
Risch, Rubio, Colleagues Applaud House Passage of Bill to Reauthorize USCIRF
Sen. James Lankford, ...
Sept. 18, 2022
Tweet - "Ruth Bader Ginsburg fought every single day for justice and equality--and for women's rights. Today that fight is more important than ever--and it's up to us to fight just as hard as she did."
Sen. Patty Murray
Sept. 15, 2022
Wyden Reveals New Details About U.S. Customs and Border Protection's "Egregious Violations' of Americans' Rights During Warrantless Electronic Device Searches
Sen. Ron Wyden
Sept. 15, 2022
Senators' Statement on Bipartisan Respect for Marriage Act
Sen. Tammy Baldwin, ...
Sept. 15, 2022
Chairwoman Maloney and Subcommittee Ranking Member Mace Applaud House Passage of the Whistleblower Protection Improvement Act
Rep. Nancy Mace, ...
Sept. 14, 2022
Webster Supports Protecting Pharmacists' First Amendment Rights
Rep. Daniel Webster
Sept. 14, 2022
Carter introduces bill protecting pharmacists' First Amendment rights
Rep. Blake Moore, ...
Sept. 14, 2022
Tweet - "Justice Thomas has been very clear that the Supreme Court decision protecting marriage equality should be reconsidered. We have a responsibility to act, and this Senate will vote on protecting marriage equality."
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Sept. 14, 2022
Rep. Cammack Joins Reps. Carter, Harshbarger As Co-Sponsor On Bill Protecting Pharmacists' First Amendment Rights
Rep. Kat Cammack
Sept. 12, 2022
Tweet - "The Senate should stand together, and with the American people, in support of marriage equality."
Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Sept. 12, 2022
Tweet - "Justice Thomas has opened the door to this MAGA Supreme Court going even further saying that cases like Obergefell--which protects marriage equality for now--should be revisited. We have a responsibility to act. This Senate will vote on protecting marriage equality."
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Sept. 9, 2022
Rep. Torres Introduces the Racial Impact Statement Act of 2022
Rep. Ritchie Torres
Sept. 9, 2022
Tweet - "Families deserve the promise that their marriage is legal -- regardless of their sex, race, ethnicity, or national origin. I'm working to make sure that promise becomes a reality."
Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Sept. 8, 2022
Sen. Murray Statement on Ruling Against ACA Threatening Access to PrEP and Preventive Care, Including Birth Control
Sen. Patty Murray
Sept. 8, 2022
Tweet - "We must protect the freedom and rights of same-sex & interracial marriage. RT if you agree! #PasstheRespectforMarriageAct"
Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Sept. 8, 2022
Sen. Cruz Statement On Democrats Withdrawing Journalism Bill After Passage of His Free Speech Protection Amendment
Sen. Ted Cruz
Sept. 8, 2022
Tweet - "While MAGA Republicans escalate their rhetoric against marriage equality, we've heard Senate Republicans suggest that a vote isn't necessary. With the threat from the MAGA Supreme Court, we have a responsibility to act. This Senate will vote on the Respect For Marriage Act."
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Sept. 7, 2022
Congresswoman Nikema Williams Leads 118 Colleagues in Breaking Down Barriers to the Ballot Box
Rep. Judy Chu, ...
Sept. 7, 2022
The Senate Must Stand Together on Marriage Equality
Sen. Susan Collins
Sept. 7, 2022
Tweet - "Americans overwhelmingly support #MarriageEquality. It's time for the Senate to pass the bipartisan Respect for Marriage Act to ensure that all Americans are treated fairly and equally under the law."
Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Sept. 1, 2022
Comer Introduces Bill to Stop Biden Administration from Pressuring Social Media Companies to Censor Americans
Rep. Jamie Comer, ...
Aug. 28, 2022
Tweet - "In 1963, thousands of Americans participated in the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom to help bring a new dawn to our nation. As we reflect upon what those demonstrators sought to achieve, it is clear that we have made progress, but we still have a long way to go."
Rep. Jim Clyburn
Aug. 28, 2022
Tweet - "In 1963, thousands of Americans participated in the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom to help bring a new dawn to our nation. As we reflect upon what those demonstrators sought to achieve, it is clear that we have made progress, but we still have a long way to go."
Rep. Jim Clyburn
Date
Title
Politician
Nov. 29, 2022
Blumenthal Applauds Senate Passage of the Respect for Marriage Act
Sen.Dick Blumenthal
Nov. 29, 2022
Pelosi Statement on Senate Passage of Respect for Marriage Act
Rep.Nancy Pelosi
Nov. 17, 2022
Norton Condemns Lee Amendment Attacking D.c.'s Lgbtq+ Residents
Rep.Eleanor Norton
Nov. 16, 2022
Van Hollen Statement on Senate Vote to Move Forward on Respect for Marriage Act
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Nov. 16, 2022
Heinrich Statement Urging Senate To Protect Marriage Equality
Sen.Martin Heinrich
Nov. 16, 2022
Hoeven Statement on Respect for Marriage Act
Sen.John Hoeven
Nov. 16, 2022
Sen. Cramer: Government Should Not Be Involved in the Marriage Business
Sen.Kevin Cramer
Nov. 14, 2022
Tweet - "The Respect for Marriage Act will protect marriage equality and ensure individuals in same-sex and interracial marriages are guaranteed the same rights & freedoms as every other marriage. We are going to get this done for loving families across America."
Sen.Tammy Baldwin
Nov. 14, 2022
Tweet - "With the Respect for Marriage Act: I just took steps on the Senate floor to set up a first procedural vote for Wednesday on legislation to codify marriage equality into law. No American should ever be discriminated against because of who they love."
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 5, 2022
Tweet - "It's simple: while Republicans vote against protecting Americans' Constitutional rights, House Democrats are defending women's access to reproductive health care and the right to marry those they love."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Nov. 3, 2022
Tweet - "It's been one year since Republicans blocked the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act. The right to vote is the cornerstone of our democracy. It's shameful that Republicans refuse to protect our rights."
Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 1, 2022
CONGRESSWOMAN CLARKE ISSUES STATEMENT PRAISING PRESIDENT BIDEN'S BLUEPRINT FOR AN AI BILL OF RIGHTS
Rep.Yvette Clarke
Oct. 31, 2022
Tweet - "This is an evil regime that is scared to death of facing the facts: Iranians want freedom, not a thug robbing citizens of human rights and censoring their speech. I applaud these brave protestors who're standing for freedom and against this vile regime."
Sen.Rick Scott
Oct. 27, 2022
Tweet - "#MahsaAmini's murder by the regime is inspiring thousands of Iranians to protest in every part of Iran for 40 days now. They want an end to the subjugation of women and an end to the regime. (1/2)"
Sen.Rick Scott
Oct. 21, 2022
Letter to Mr. Richard C. Visek, Acting Legal Advisor for the US Department of State - Jacobs, Castro Lead Call for Biden Administration to Affirm Global Commitment to Protecting Sexual and Reproductive Rights Post-dobbs
Rep.Mark DeSaulnier, ...
Oct. 20, 2022
Tweet - "A year ago today, Republicans blocked the #FreedomToVote Act, which would've protected the right to vote, cracked down on dark money, & more. Even as Republicans stand in the way, I'll never stop fighting to protect our democracy--no matter what it takes."
Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 20, 2022
Tlaib Re-Introduces Historic Legislation Restoring Original Intent, Expanding Protections of Civil Rights Laws
Rep.Rashida Tlaib
Oct. 14, 2022
Tweet - "I'm proud to earn a score of 100% on @HRC 's Congressional Scorecard. Let's keep pushing for the freedom of full equality for all."
Sen.Tammy Baldwin
Oct. 7, 2022
Senator Gillibrand Headlines The 86th NAACP NYS Conference Convention In Binghamton; Stands With Hazel Dukes To Address Issues Impacting The African American Community
Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand
Oct. 7, 2022
Congressman Cohen Introduces the Free Speech Protection Act
Rep.Steve Cohen
Sept. 30, 2022
Schiff, McCollum Introduce Khashoggi Act to Protect Journalists
Sen.Adam Schiff
Sept. 30, 2022
McCollum, Schiff Introduce Khashoggi Act to Protect Journalists
Rep.Betty McCollum
Sept. 29, 2022
REPS TED LIEU, SHEILA JACKSON LEE, YVETTE CLARKE, AND JIMMY GOMEZ INTRODUCE BILL TO REGULATE LAW ENFORCEMENT USE OF FACIAL RECOGNITION TECHNOLOGY
Rep.Ted Lieu
Sept. 29, 2022
REPS JIMMY GOMEZ, TED LIEU, SHEILA JACKSON LEE, AND YVETTE CLARKE INTRODUCE BILL TO REGULATE LAW ENFORCEMENT USE OF FACIAL RECOGNITION TECHNOLOGY
Rep.Jimmy Gomez
Sept. 28, 2022
Tweet - "I thank @RepMaloney for her continued advocacy for enshrining women's rights in the Constitution through the #EqualRightsAmendment and calling for its long-overdue publication. There is no expiration date on equality; we need the #ERANow."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 27, 2022
Collins, King Join Bill to Give Maine Same-Sex Couples Tax Refunds They Should Have Received
Sen.Susan Collins
Sept. 21, 2022
Gooden Condemns Big Bank CEOs Enabling China's Genocide
Rep.Lance Gooden
Sept. 20, 2022
Risch, Rubio, Colleagues Applaud House Passage of Bill to Reauthorize USCIRF
Sen.James Lankford, ...
Sept. 18, 2022
Tweet - "Ruth Bader Ginsburg fought every single day for justice and equality--and for women's rights. Today that fight is more important than ever--and it's up to us to fight just as hard as she did."
Sen.Patty Murray
Sept. 15, 2022
Wyden Reveals New Details About U.S. Customs and Border Protection's "Egregious Violations' of Americans' Rights During Warrantless Electronic Device Searches
Sen.Ron Wyden
Sept. 15, 2022
Senators' Statement on Bipartisan Respect for Marriage Act
Sen.Tammy Baldwin, ...
Sept. 15, 2022
Chairwoman Maloney and Subcommittee Ranking Member Mace Applaud House Passage of the Whistleblower Protection Improvement Act
Rep.Nancy Mace, ...
Sept. 14, 2022
Webster Supports Protecting Pharmacists' First Amendment Rights
Rep.Daniel Webster
Sept. 14, 2022
Carter introduces bill protecting pharmacists' First Amendment rights
Rep.Blake Moore, ...
Sept. 14, 2022
Tweet - "Justice Thomas has been very clear that the Supreme Court decision protecting marriage equality should be reconsidered. We have a responsibility to act, and this Senate will vote on protecting marriage equality."
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Sept. 14, 2022
Rep. Cammack Joins Reps. Carter, Harshbarger As Co-Sponsor On Bill Protecting Pharmacists' First Amendment Rights
Rep.Kat Cammack
Sept. 12, 2022
Tweet - "The Senate should stand together, and with the American people, in support of marriage equality."
Sen.Tammy Baldwin
Sept. 12, 2022
Tweet - "Justice Thomas has opened the door to this MAGA Supreme Court going even further saying that cases like Obergefell--which protects marriage equality for now--should be revisited. We have a responsibility to act. This Senate will vote on protecting marriage equality."
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Sept. 9, 2022
Rep. Torres Introduces the Racial Impact Statement Act of 2022
Rep.Ritchie Torres
Sept. 9, 2022
Tweet - "Families deserve the promise that their marriage is legal -- regardless of their sex, race, ethnicity, or national origin. I'm working to make sure that promise becomes a reality."
Sen.Tammy Baldwin
Sept. 8, 2022
Sen. Murray Statement on Ruling Against ACA Threatening Access to PrEP and Preventive Care, Including Birth Control
Sen.Patty Murray
Sept. 8, 2022
Tweet - "We must protect the freedom and rights of same-sex & interracial marriage. RT if you agree! #PasstheRespectforMarriageAct"
Sen.Tammy Baldwin
Sept. 8, 2022
Sen. Cruz Statement On Democrats Withdrawing Journalism Bill After Passage of His Free Speech Protection Amendment
Sen.Ted Cruz
Sept. 8, 2022
Tweet - "While MAGA Republicans escalate their rhetoric against marriage equality, we've heard Senate Republicans suggest that a vote isn't necessary. With the threat from the MAGA Supreme Court, we have a responsibility to act. This Senate will vote on the Respect For Marriage Act."
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Sept. 7, 2022
Congresswoman Nikema Williams Leads 118 Colleagues in Breaking Down Barriers to the Ballot Box
Rep.Judy Chu, ...
Sept. 7, 2022
The Senate Must Stand Together on Marriage Equality
Sen.Susan Collins
Sept. 7, 2022
Tweet - "Americans overwhelmingly support #MarriageEquality. It's time for the Senate to pass the bipartisan Respect for Marriage Act to ensure that all Americans are treated fairly and equally under the law."
Sen.Tammy Baldwin
Sept. 1, 2022
Comer Introduces Bill to Stop Biden Administration from Pressuring Social Media Companies to Censor Americans
Rep.Jamie Comer, ...
Aug. 28, 2022
Tweet - "In 1963, thousands of Americans participated in the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom to help bring a new dawn to our nation. As we reflect upon what those demonstrators sought to achieve, it is clear that we have made progress, but we still have a long way to go."
Rep.Jim Clyburn
Aug. 28, 2022
Tweet - "In 1963, thousands of Americans participated in the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom to help bring a new dawn to our nation. As we reflect upon what those demonstrators sought to achieve, it is clear that we have made progress, but we still have a long way to go."
Rep.Jim Clyburn
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