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Oct. 13, 2020 Tweet - "I'm deeply concerned by Judge Barrett's originalist argument in Kanter v. Barr that voting rights "belonged only to virtuous citizens." Today I had the chance to ask Judge Barrett why her dissent treated the fundamental right to vote so differently from gun rights." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 13, 2020 Tweet - "Judge Barrett is just as brilliant and impressive as advertised. She is clearly qualified. She's committed to fairness and impartiality. And she clearly understands the job of a judge under the Constitution is to apply the law and not impose personal policy views." Sen. Mitch McConnell
Oct. 13, 2020 Tweet - "The denial of voting rights has long been used to suppress & oppress African Americans in the United States. Judge Barrett's record would suggest that she does not hold voting rights as equal to 2nd Amendment rights. That is deeply concerning." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 13, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Frank LaRose, Secretary of State of Ohio - Brown, Kaptur, Beatty, Fudge, Ryan Demand Answers from Sec. of State Larose Regarding His Affiliation with Voter Suppression Advocate Rep. Joyce Beatty, ...
Oct. 12, 2020 Tweet - "I was proud to watch my @SenateGOP colleagues defend religious liberty at today's hearing. Our Constitution specifically bans religious tests for public service. No one's religion -- whatever it is -- can disqualify them to serve on the court. Nor should it." Sen. John Thune
Oct. 10, 2020 CNN "CNN Newsroom" - Transcript: Interview with Congressman James Clyburn Rep. Jim Clyburn
Oct. 9, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Roe, Roy Urge President Trump to Protect Veterans' Second Amendment Rights Rep. Chip Roy, ...
Oct. 9, 2020 Rep. Pressley Signs On to Puerto Rico Self-Determination Act of 2020 Rep. Ayanna Pressley
Oct. 8, 2020 Meng Statement Regarding the Jewish Community and COVID-19 Rep. Grace Meng
Oct. 8, 2020 Meng Statement Regarding the Jewish Community and COVID-19 Rep. Grace Meng
Oct. 8, 2020 Senate Democrats Release New Report Detailing the Assault on Our Democracy by Republican-appointed Judges Sen. Chris Coons, ...
Oct. 8, 2020 Tweet - "It is an honor to receive a perfect score on @HRC 's Congressional Scorecard for the 116th Congress. I'm a proud advocate for LGBTQ rights and I will never stop fighting for equality for all Americans, regardless of who they are or who they love." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 8, 2020 Reps. Cleaver, Kennedy Release Report Following Inquiry Into Use of Diverse Asset Managers by College and University Endowments Rep. Emanuel Cleaver, ...
Oct. 7, 2020 Diaz-Balart: FFM Report Details Maduro Regime's Extensive Human Rights Abuses Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart
Oct. 7, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Michael Horowitz, Inspector General of the Dept. of Justice, and the Hon. Joseph Cuffari, Inspector General of the Dept. of Homeland Security - Nadler, Thompson & Maloney Request DOJ, DHS IGs Investigate Deployment of Border Patrol Snipers at Funeral for George Floyd Rep. Jerry Nadler, ...
Oct. 7, 2020 Wicker Leads Amicus Brief in Support of Religious Freedom in Nation's Capital Sen. Roger Wicker
Oct. 7, 2020 McConnell Joins Amicus Brief in Support of Religious Freedom in Nation's Capital Sen. Mitch McConnell
Oct. 7, 2020 Tweet - "It is long past time to bring the Justice in Policing Act to the Senate floor. It passed the House more than three months ago!" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 7, 2020 Hyde-Smith Joins Amicus Brief on Protecting Religious Freedom Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith
Oct. 7, 2020 Letter to U.S. Senate Committee on Foreign Relations - Pass Resolution Urging International Olympic Committee to Move 2022 Games out of Communist China Sen. Rick Scott
Oct. 7, 2020 Tweet - "New @TrevorProject survey: 60% of Black LGBTQ youth respondents who wanted mental health care were not able to get it, with over half citing affordability as the reason. We must address disparities in access to care. The Senate must pass The Pursuing Equity in Mental Health Act." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Oct. 7, 2020 Tweet - "The ongoing attacks by Senate Democrats and the media on Judge Barrett's faith are a disgrace. They demean the confirmation process, disrespect the Constitution, and insult millions of American believers." Sen. Mitch McConnell
Oct. 7, 2020 Sen. Cruz, Colleagues Submit Amicus Brief to Supreme Court in Religious Freedom Case Sen. Ted Cruz
Oct. 6, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Greg Abbott, Governor of the State of Texas - Chairs Lofgren, Clyburn, And Maloney Challenge Voter Suppression By Texas Governor Rep. Zoe Lofgren, ...
Oct. 6, 2020 Tweet - "The Supreme Court's conservative justices are already making it harder to vote in a pandemic. Make no mistake: The right to vote is #WhatsAtStake. Democrats are fighting for democracy." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 6, 2020 Fox News "Hannity" - Transcript Interview with Ted Cruz Sen. Ted Cruz
Oct. 5, 2020 Rep. Takano Introduces Legislation to Hold Law Enforcement Officers Accountable for Attacks on the Free Press Rep. Mark Takano
Oct. 5, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Frank LaRose, Secretary of State of Ohio - Brown, Kaptur, Beatty, Fudge, Ryan Blast Sec. of State Larose's Attempted Sleight of Hand, Continued Refusal to Make Voting Easier for Ohioans Rep. Marcy Kaptur, ...
Oct. 5, 2020 Tweet - "Make no mistake: This is what's at stake with Republicans trying to force through this illegitimate process. People's rights. Ending marriage equality. Stripping away LGBTQ+ rights. We are fighting to stop it." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 2, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of the Dept. of Education, and the Hon. Robert King, Assistant Secretary for Postsecondary Education - Booker, Menendez Press DeVos on Department of Education's Attempts to Undermine Princeton University's Efforts to Address Systemic Racism Sen. Cory Booker, ...
Oct. 2, 2020 Congressman Condemns Vote-Suppression Efforts in Texas and Pennsylvania Rep. Steve Cohen
Oct. 2, 2020 Rose Co-Sponsors Constitutional Amendment to Prohibit Supreme Court Packing-Scheme Rep. John Rose
Oct. 2, 2020 CONGRESSMAN PANETTA SUPPORTS LEGISLATION CONDEMNING UNNECESSARY MEDICAL PROCEDURES ON ASYLUM SEEKERS Rep. Jimmy Panetta
Oct. 2, 2020 Congressman Horsford Votes to Condemn Unwanted and Unnecessary Hysterectomies of ICE Detainees Rep. Steven Horsford
Oct. 1, 2020 CNN "The Lead with Jake Tapper" - Transcript Interview with Tammy Duckworth Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Oct. 1, 2020 Rep. Cleaver Hits a Home Run with Negro Leagues Coin Bill Rep. Emanuel Cleaver
Oct. 1, 2020 Tweet - "We just took to the floor to demand the Senate take action to stop violent white supremacists But Senate Republicans blocked it They're letting President Trump get away with telling white supremacists to "stand back and stand by" Unconscionable Americans won't stand for this" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 1, 2020 Tweet - "A vote by any Senator to confirm Judge Barrett is a vote to terminate the Affordable Care Act and overturn a woman's right to choose. Democrats are fighting for Americans' health care and women's rights." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 1, 2020 Tweet - "Just left the Senate floor, where I tried to pass my Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act of 2020, which passed the House unanimously last week. This was an easy opportunity for Senate Republicans to actually do something to stop violent white supremacists. Instead, they objected." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 1, 2020 Tweet - "It's not enough to condemn the President for telling violent white supremacists to "stand by." We have to do something to address this threat. Last week, the House unanimously passed by Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act. Now it's up to @SenateMajLdr to give my bill a vote." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 1, 2020 Tweet - "Senator McConnell, from the Senator floor, called it a "joke" that Judge Barrett and a far-right majority on the Supreme Court might vote to take away health care or turn back the clock on women's rights. This is not a joke to the American people. We won't stop fighting." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 1, 2020 Congressman Kim Releases "Lift Every Voice', Report on Issues Facing the Black Community Sen. Andy Kim
Sept. 30, 2020 Davidson Votes Against Misguided Bill on Uyghur Labor Rep. Warren Davidson
Sept. 30, 2020 Engel, Speier and Castro Take on Harassment and Discrimination in the State Department Rep. Joaquin Castro, ...
Sept. 30, 2020 Tweet - "Donald Trump's debate performance was--in the words of Macbeth--a "tale, told by an idiot, full of sound and fury, signifying nothing." He insulted Biden's deceased son, smeared his living one, pleased white supremacists, cast doubt on our elections. Americans won't stand for it." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Sept. 30, 2020 In Floor Speech, Rosen Condemns President Trump's Failure to Denounce White Supremacy Sen. Jacky Rosen
Sept. 30, 2020 Durbin Slams President Trump's Refusal To Condemn White Supremacists Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 30, 2020 CNN "Erin Burnett Outfront" - Transcript Interview with James Clyburn Rep. Jim Clyburn
Sept. 30, 2020 Rep. Johnson Works To Bring Copyright Law Into The Digital Age Rep. Hank Johnson
Sept. 30, 2020 Tweet - "I applaud @RepBonnie's tenacious efforts to address the rise in Black youth suicides. Her hearings, meetings & public events have informed this legislation and shined a light on the need for more funding and research to prevent these needless tragedies." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Date Title Politician
Oct. 13, 2020 Tweet - "I'm deeply concerned by Judge Barrett's originalist argument in Kanter v. Barr that voting rights "belonged only to virtuous citizens." Today I had the chance to ask Judge Barrett why her dissent treated the fundamental right to vote so differently from gun rights." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 13, 2020 Tweet - "Judge Barrett is just as brilliant and impressive as advertised. She is clearly qualified. She's committed to fairness and impartiality. And she clearly understands the job of a judge under the Constitution is to apply the law and not impose personal policy views." Sen.Mitch McConnell
Oct. 13, 2020 Tweet - "The denial of voting rights has long been used to suppress & oppress African Americans in the United States. Judge Barrett's record would suggest that she does not hold voting rights as equal to 2nd Amendment rights. That is deeply concerning." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 13, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Frank LaRose, Secretary of State of Ohio - Brown, Kaptur, Beatty, Fudge, Ryan Demand Answers from Sec. of State Larose Regarding His Affiliation with Voter Suppression Advocate Rep.Joyce Beatty, ...
Oct. 12, 2020 Tweet - "I was proud to watch my @SenateGOP colleagues defend religious liberty at today's hearing. Our Constitution specifically bans religious tests for public service. No one's religion -- whatever it is -- can disqualify them to serve on the court. Nor should it." Sen.John Thune
Oct. 10, 2020 CNN "CNN Newsroom" - Transcript: Interview with Congressman James Clyburn Rep.Jim Clyburn
Oct. 9, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Roe, Roy Urge President Trump to Protect Veterans' Second Amendment Rights Rep.Chip Roy, ...
Oct. 9, 2020 Rep. Pressley Signs On to Puerto Rico Self-Determination Act of 2020 Rep.Ayanna Pressley
Oct. 8, 2020 Meng Statement Regarding the Jewish Community and COVID-19 Rep.Grace Meng
Oct. 8, 2020 Meng Statement Regarding the Jewish Community and COVID-19 Rep.Grace Meng
Oct. 8, 2020 Senate Democrats Release New Report Detailing the Assault on Our Democracy by Republican-appointed Judges Sen.Chris Coons, ...
Oct. 8, 2020 Tweet - "It is an honor to receive a perfect score on @HRC 's Congressional Scorecard for the 116th Congress. I'm a proud advocate for LGBTQ rights and I will never stop fighting for equality for all Americans, regardless of who they are or who they love." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 8, 2020 Reps. Cleaver, Kennedy Release Report Following Inquiry Into Use of Diverse Asset Managers by College and University Endowments Rep.Emanuel Cleaver, ...
Oct. 7, 2020 Diaz-Balart: FFM Report Details Maduro Regime's Extensive Human Rights Abuses Rep.Mario Diaz-Balart
Oct. 7, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Michael Horowitz, Inspector General of the Dept. of Justice, and the Hon. Joseph Cuffari, Inspector General of the Dept. of Homeland Security - Nadler, Thompson & Maloney Request DOJ, DHS IGs Investigate Deployment of Border Patrol Snipers at Funeral for George Floyd Rep.Jerry Nadler, ...
Oct. 7, 2020 Wicker Leads Amicus Brief in Support of Religious Freedom in Nation's Capital Sen.Roger Wicker
Oct. 7, 2020 McConnell Joins Amicus Brief in Support of Religious Freedom in Nation's Capital Sen.Mitch McConnell
Oct. 7, 2020 Tweet - "It is long past time to bring the Justice in Policing Act to the Senate floor. It passed the House more than three months ago!" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 7, 2020 Hyde-Smith Joins Amicus Brief on Protecting Religious Freedom Sen.Cindy Hyde-Smith
Oct. 7, 2020 Letter to U.S. Senate Committee on Foreign Relations - Pass Resolution Urging International Olympic Committee to Move 2022 Games out of Communist China Sen.Rick Scott
Oct. 7, 2020 Tweet - "New @TrevorProject survey: 60% of Black LGBTQ youth respondents who wanted mental health care were not able to get it, with over half citing affordability as the reason. We must address disparities in access to care. The Senate must pass The Pursuing Equity in Mental Health Act." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Oct. 7, 2020 Tweet - "The ongoing attacks by Senate Democrats and the media on Judge Barrett's faith are a disgrace. They demean the confirmation process, disrespect the Constitution, and insult millions of American believers." Sen.Mitch McConnell
Oct. 7, 2020 Sen. Cruz, Colleagues Submit Amicus Brief to Supreme Court in Religious Freedom Case Sen.Ted Cruz
Oct. 6, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Greg Abbott, Governor of the State of Texas - Chairs Lofgren, Clyburn, And Maloney Challenge Voter Suppression By Texas Governor Rep.Zoe Lofgren, ...
Oct. 6, 2020 Tweet - "The Supreme Court's conservative justices are already making it harder to vote in a pandemic. Make no mistake: The right to vote is #WhatsAtStake. Democrats are fighting for democracy." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 6, 2020 Fox News "Hannity" - Transcript Interview with Ted Cruz Sen.Ted Cruz
Oct. 5, 2020 Rep. Takano Introduces Legislation to Hold Law Enforcement Officers Accountable for Attacks on the Free Press Rep.Mark Takano
Oct. 5, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Frank LaRose, Secretary of State of Ohio - Brown, Kaptur, Beatty, Fudge, Ryan Blast Sec. of State Larose's Attempted Sleight of Hand, Continued Refusal to Make Voting Easier for Ohioans Rep.Marcy Kaptur, ...
Oct. 5, 2020 Tweet - "Make no mistake: This is what's at stake with Republicans trying to force through this illegitimate process. People's rights. Ending marriage equality. Stripping away LGBTQ+ rights. We are fighting to stop it." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 2, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of the Dept. of Education, and the Hon. Robert King, Assistant Secretary for Postsecondary Education - Booker, Menendez Press DeVos on Department of Education's Attempts to Undermine Princeton University's Efforts to Address Systemic Racism Sen.Cory Booker, ...
Oct. 2, 2020 Congressman Condemns Vote-Suppression Efforts in Texas and Pennsylvania Rep.Steve Cohen
Oct. 2, 2020 Rose Co-Sponsors Constitutional Amendment to Prohibit Supreme Court Packing-Scheme Rep.John Rose
Oct. 2, 2020 CONGRESSMAN PANETTA SUPPORTS LEGISLATION CONDEMNING UNNECESSARY MEDICAL PROCEDURES ON ASYLUM SEEKERS Rep.Jimmy Panetta
Oct. 2, 2020 Congressman Horsford Votes to Condemn Unwanted and Unnecessary Hysterectomies of ICE Detainees Rep.Steven Horsford
Oct. 1, 2020 CNN "The Lead with Jake Tapper" - Transcript Interview with Tammy Duckworth Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Oct. 1, 2020 Rep. Cleaver Hits a Home Run with Negro Leagues Coin Bill Rep.Emanuel Cleaver
Oct. 1, 2020 Tweet - "We just took to the floor to demand the Senate take action to stop violent white supremacists But Senate Republicans blocked it They're letting President Trump get away with telling white supremacists to "stand back and stand by" Unconscionable Americans won't stand for this" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 1, 2020 Tweet - "A vote by any Senator to confirm Judge Barrett is a vote to terminate the Affordable Care Act and overturn a woman's right to choose. Democrats are fighting for Americans' health care and women's rights." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 1, 2020 Tweet - "Just left the Senate floor, where I tried to pass my Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act of 2020, which passed the House unanimously last week. This was an easy opportunity for Senate Republicans to actually do something to stop violent white supremacists. Instead, they objected." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 1, 2020 Tweet - "It's not enough to condemn the President for telling violent white supremacists to "stand by." We have to do something to address this threat. Last week, the House unanimously passed by Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act. Now it's up to @SenateMajLdr to give my bill a vote." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 1, 2020 Tweet - "Senator McConnell, from the Senator floor, called it a "joke" that Judge Barrett and a far-right majority on the Supreme Court might vote to take away health care or turn back the clock on women's rights. This is not a joke to the American people. We won't stop fighting." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 1, 2020 Congressman Kim Releases "Lift Every Voice', Report on Issues Facing the Black Community Sen.Andy Kim
Sept. 30, 2020 Davidson Votes Against Misguided Bill on Uyghur Labor Rep.Warren Davidson
Sept. 30, 2020 Engel, Speier and Castro Take on Harassment and Discrimination in the State Department Rep.Joaquin Castro, ...
Sept. 30, 2020 Tweet - "Donald Trump's debate performance was--in the words of Macbeth--a "tale, told by an idiot, full of sound and fury, signifying nothing." He insulted Biden's deceased son, smeared his living one, pleased white supremacists, cast doubt on our elections. Americans won't stand for it." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Sept. 30, 2020 In Floor Speech, Rosen Condemns President Trump's Failure to Denounce White Supremacy Sen.Jacky Rosen
Sept. 30, 2020 Durbin Slams President Trump's Refusal To Condemn White Supremacists Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 30, 2020 CNN "Erin Burnett Outfront" - Transcript Interview with James Clyburn Rep.Jim Clyburn
Sept. 30, 2020 Rep. Johnson Works To Bring Copyright Law Into The Digital Age Rep.Hank Johnson
Sept. 30, 2020 Tweet - "I applaud @RepBonnie's tenacious efforts to address the rise in Black youth suicides. Her hearings, meetings & public events have informed this legislation and shined a light on the need for more funding and research to prevent these needless tragedies." Rep.Jim Clyburn
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