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Aug. 13, 2020
Tweet - "Black women only earn 62 cents for every dollar that a white man makes. Racial and gender pay disparities are unacceptable. Period. The House has taken steps to close the wage gap; now it's the Senate's turn."
Rep. Jim Clyburn
Aug. 13, 2020
Tweet - "#BlackWomensEqualPayDay is a reminder that we still haven't achieved #PaycheckFairness and closed the wage gap, especially for women of color. I'm proud to cosponsor the Paycheck Fairness Act and will keep fighting to achieve equal pay for all."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 13, 2020
Tweet - "On #BlackWomensEqualPay Day, we recognize the additional 8 months it takes for Black women to finally reach the pay of white men for the prior year. This wage gap is harmful to Black women and their families and must end - we need Equal Pay now."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Aug. 13, 2020
Tweet - "It is appalling that Trump is deliberately obstructing funding for @USPS to prevent mail-in voting this Fall. Americans should be able to exercise their right to vote safely, not forced to choose between their right to vote and their health & safety."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Aug. 13, 2020
Tweet - "Today, we mark #BlackWomensEqualPayDay -- the day in 2020 when Black women's pay finally catches up with white men's for 2019. We all must do our part every single day to shrink this gap. The House passed the #PaycheckFairness Act over a year ago. What's your excuse, @senategop ?"
Rep. Nancy Pelosi
Aug. 12, 2020
Letter to the Hon. John Ring, Chairman of the National Labor Relations Board - Subcommittee Chair Raskin Leads Letter Condemning National Labor Relations Board's Effort to Remove Nondiscrimination Protections for LGBTQ+ Employees
Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Aug. 12, 2020
Van Hollen Statement on Talbot County Council Decision on Talbot Boys Statue
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Aug. 11, 2020
CNN "Anderson Cooper 360 Degrees" - Transcript: Interview with Sheila Jackson Lee and Eleanor Holmes Norton
Rep. Eleanor Norton, ...
Aug. 11, 2020
Tweet - "I had the privilege of joining members of the 116th Congress in writing an article for Urban One on Engaging Black America. You can read the full collection of articles, including my op-ed on structural racism & health disparities, here:"
Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 10, 2020
Warren, Underwood, Colleagues Announce Bicameral Legislation to Combat Maternal Mortality and Morbidity Crisis During COVID-19 Pandemic
Rep. Lauren Underwood, ...
Aug. 9, 2020
Foxx Issues Statement On H.R. 4920
Rep. Virginia Foxx
Aug. 7, 2020
Warner & Kaine Cosponsor Legislation to Block Federal Paramilitary Occupations in American Cities
Sen. Mark Warner
Aug. 7, 2020
Tweet - "American women fought hard to win the right to vote with the ratification of the 19th Amendment 100 years ago this month. Thankful for @RepLawrence 's leadership in the fight to ensure women nationwide are able to cast their votes in this year's elections."
Rep. Nancy Pelosi
Aug. 7, 2020
Senator Baldwin, Colleagues Introduce Resolution Celebrating the 55th Anniversary of The Voting Rights Act of 1965
Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Aug. 6, 2020
Cortez Masto Statement on The 55 Th Anniversary of The Voting Rights Act
Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto
Aug. 6, 2020
Cotton, Colleagues Introduce Legislation Protecting Free Speech on College Campuses
Sen. Tom Cotton
Aug. 6, 2020
Menendez Introduces Bill to Ensure that Critical Information about Federal Resources are Equally Accessible to All Communities
Sen. Mazie Hirono, ...
Aug. 6, 2020
Rep. Cleaver Calls for Investigation Into Allegations of Misconduct at The Office of The Comptroller of The Currency
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver
Aug. 6, 2020
Van Hollen, Markey, Colleagues Introduce Resolution Celebrating the 55th Anniversary of The Voting Rights Act of 1965
Sen. Tim Kaine, ...
Aug. 6, 2020
Letter to Mr. Thomas Bach, President of the International Olympic Committee - Sen. Rick Scott Requests Meeting with IOC President Bach on Moving 2022 Olympic Games Out of Communist China
Sen. Rick Scott
Aug. 6, 2020
Klobuchar Statement on 55th Anniversary of Voting Rights Act Signed Into Law
Sen. Amy Klobuchar
Aug. 6, 2020
Merkley, Wyden Introduce Resolution Celebrating the 55th Anniversary of the Voting Rights Act of 1965
Sen. Ron Wyden, ...
Aug. 6, 2020
Tweet - "As we celebrate 55 years of the Voting Rights Act, our work to ensure access to the ballot isn't over. Congress must pass the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Act and we must give states the resources they need to #ProtectOurVote amid the COVID-19 crisis. #VRA55"
Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Aug. 6, 2020
Tweet - "Will be joining @NewDay on @CNN soon to discuss #COVID19 relief negotiations and my amendment to enshrine the right to vote for every American in our Constitution. Tune in."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 6, 2020
Hoyer Statement on the 55th Anniversary of Voting Rights Act
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Aug. 6, 2020
Bennet, Markey, Colleagues Introduce Resolution Celebrating the 55th Anniversary of the Voting Rights Act of 1965
Sen. Ed Markey, ...
Aug. 6, 2020
Tweet - "55 years ago today, the Voting Rights Act became law. But the right of every American to vote--especially Black & Brown Americans--remains under attack. That's why I introduced a Constitutional amendment to protect voting rights. My op-ed for @CNN :"
Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 6, 2020
Hoyer Statement on Judge Dismissing Republican Lawsuit on Remote Voting By Proxy
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Aug. 6, 2020
Durbin, Colleagues Introduce Resolution Celebrating 55th Anniversary Of Voting Rights Act
Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 6, 2020
Tweet - "John Lewis urged us to use our right to vote as the most powerful, nonviolent tool we have in this democratic society. Today, we continue to celebrate his life & the 55th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act. Let's keep making #GoodTrouble & protect voting rights for all."
Rep. Jim Clyburn
Aug. 6, 2020
Pelosi Statement on the 55th Anniversary of the Voting Rights Act
Rep. Nancy Pelosi
Aug. 6, 2020
Lofgren Statement On The 55th Anniversary Of The Voting Rights Act
Rep. Zoe Lofgren
Aug. 6, 2020
Tweet - "55 years ago today, the #VotingRightsAct was signed into law -- an important step in fighting racial discrimination at the polls. Today, @HouseDemocrats are continuing to fight #ForThePeople and ensure every American's voice is heard in our elections."
Sen. Ben Luján
Aug. 6, 2020
CNN - Sen. Durbin: Amend the Constitution to protect voting rights
Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 6, 2020
Tweet - "It's been 55 years since the Voting Rights Act was signed into law But we are still fighting to ensure all Americans have equal access to the ballot box It is past time for the Senate to vote to restore the Voting Rights Act AND provide funding to ensure safe and fair elections"
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 6, 2020
Tweet - "As we mark the 55th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, House Dems will never stop fighting to restore the law's protections & expand access to the ballot box. I urge the Senate to take up & pass the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Act to #RestoreTheVote. https://bit.ly/2C2weaS"
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Aug. 5, 2020
VIDEO: Young: Importance of Free Speech for Hoosiers
Sen. Todd Young
Aug. 5, 2020
Van Hollen, Harris, Menendez, Booker Introduce Legislation to Increase Diversity on CARES Oversight Commission
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Aug. 5, 2020
Blackburn, Alexander, Bernhardt Celebrate Designation of Nashville's Hermitage Hotel as a National Historic Landmark
Sen. Marsha Blackburn, ...
Aug. 5, 2020
Waters, Warren and Gillibrand Introduce Legislation Requiring the Fed to Close Racial Employment and Wage Gaps
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Aug. 5, 2020
Tweet - "The right of every American to vote is at the very core of our democracy. Sadly this fundamental right has been under attack for far too long--especially when exercised by Black & Brown Americans. It's time for us to explicitly enshrine the right to vote in our Constitution."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 5, 2020
Americans with Disabilities Act
Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Aug. 5, 2020
Durbin Introduces Joint Resolution To Enshrine Right To Vote In U.S. Constitution
Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 5, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Ajit Pai, Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission - Velázquez Demands FCC Probe of Racist Puerto Rico TV Program
Rep. Nydia Velázquez
Aug. 4, 2020
Hern introduces Equal Opportunity First Amendment Act
Rep. Kevin Hern
Aug. 4, 2020
Bonamici Speaks Out Against Federal Abuse of Power at Portland Protests during Oversight Subcommittee Discussion with Oregonians
Rep. Suzanne Bonamici
Aug. 4, 2020
Letter to The Hon. Eugene Scalia, Secretary of The U.S. Department of Labor, and Ms. Loren Sweatt, Principle Deputy Assistant Secretary of The Occupational Safety and Health Administration - Senator Baldwin Calls of Trump Administration to Address Reports of Retaliation Against Workers of Color Who Report COVID-19 Workplace Concerns
Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, ...
Aug. 4, 2020
Merkley Highlights Abuses of Peaceful Protesters by Federal Forces in Portland at Senate Hearing
Sen. Jeff Merkley
Aug. 4, 2020
Merkley, Sanders Introduce Legislation to Put Strict Limits on Corporate Use of Facial Recognition
Sen. Jeff Merkley, ...
Aug. 4, 2020
Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General, the Hon. Letitia James, New York Attorney General, Audrey Strauss, Acting U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York, and the Hon. Anthony Scarpino, Westchester County District Attorney - Senator Markey Calls on Attorney General William Barr, New York State Officials to Reopen Investigation of Murder of DJ Henry
Sen. Ed Markey
Date
Title
Politician
Aug. 13, 2020
Tweet - "Black women only earn 62 cents for every dollar that a white man makes. Racial and gender pay disparities are unacceptable. Period. The House has taken steps to close the wage gap; now it's the Senate's turn."
Rep.Jim Clyburn
Aug. 13, 2020
Tweet - "#BlackWomensEqualPayDay is a reminder that we still haven't achieved #PaycheckFairness and closed the wage gap, especially for women of color. I'm proud to cosponsor the Paycheck Fairness Act and will keep fighting to achieve equal pay for all."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 13, 2020
Tweet - "On #BlackWomensEqualPay Day, we recognize the additional 8 months it takes for Black women to finally reach the pay of white men for the prior year. This wage gap is harmful to Black women and their families and must end - we need Equal Pay now."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Aug. 13, 2020
Tweet - "It is appalling that Trump is deliberately obstructing funding for @USPS to prevent mail-in voting this Fall. Americans should be able to exercise their right to vote safely, not forced to choose between their right to vote and their health & safety."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Aug. 13, 2020
Tweet - "Today, we mark #BlackWomensEqualPayDay -- the day in 2020 when Black women's pay finally catches up with white men's for 2019. We all must do our part every single day to shrink this gap. The House passed the #PaycheckFairness Act over a year ago. What's your excuse, @senategop ?"
Rep.Nancy Pelosi
Aug. 12, 2020
Letter to the Hon. John Ring, Chairman of the National Labor Relations Board - Subcommittee Chair Raskin Leads Letter Condemning National Labor Relations Board's Effort to Remove Nondiscrimination Protections for LGBTQ+ Employees
Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Aug. 12, 2020
Van Hollen Statement on Talbot County Council Decision on Talbot Boys Statue
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Aug. 11, 2020
CNN "Anderson Cooper 360 Degrees" - Transcript: Interview with Sheila Jackson Lee and Eleanor Holmes Norton
Rep.Eleanor Norton, ...
Aug. 11, 2020
Tweet - "I had the privilege of joining members of the 116th Congress in writing an article for Urban One on Engaging Black America. You can read the full collection of articles, including my op-ed on structural racism & health disparities, here:"
Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 10, 2020
Warren, Underwood, Colleagues Announce Bicameral Legislation to Combat Maternal Mortality and Morbidity Crisis During COVID-19 Pandemic
Rep.Lauren Underwood, ...
Aug. 9, 2020
Foxx Issues Statement On H.R. 4920
Rep.Virginia Foxx
Aug. 7, 2020
Warner & Kaine Cosponsor Legislation to Block Federal Paramilitary Occupations in American Cities
Sen.Mark Warner
Aug. 7, 2020
Tweet - "American women fought hard to win the right to vote with the ratification of the 19th Amendment 100 years ago this month. Thankful for @RepLawrence 's leadership in the fight to ensure women nationwide are able to cast their votes in this year's elections."
Rep.Nancy Pelosi
Aug. 7, 2020
Senator Baldwin, Colleagues Introduce Resolution Celebrating the 55th Anniversary of The Voting Rights Act of 1965
Sen.Tammy Baldwin
Aug. 6, 2020
Cortez Masto Statement on The 55 Th Anniversary of The Voting Rights Act
Sen.Catherine Cortez Masto
Aug. 6, 2020
Cotton, Colleagues Introduce Legislation Protecting Free Speech on College Campuses
Sen.Tom Cotton
Aug. 6, 2020
Menendez Introduces Bill to Ensure that Critical Information about Federal Resources are Equally Accessible to All Communities
Sen.Mazie Hirono, ...
Aug. 6, 2020
Rep. Cleaver Calls for Investigation Into Allegations of Misconduct at The Office of The Comptroller of The Currency
Rep.Emanuel Cleaver
Aug. 6, 2020
Van Hollen, Markey, Colleagues Introduce Resolution Celebrating the 55th Anniversary of The Voting Rights Act of 1965
Sen.Tim Kaine, ...
Aug. 6, 2020
Letter to Mr. Thomas Bach, President of the International Olympic Committee - Sen. Rick Scott Requests Meeting with IOC President Bach on Moving 2022 Olympic Games Out of Communist China
Sen.Rick Scott
Aug. 6, 2020
Klobuchar Statement on 55th Anniversary of Voting Rights Act Signed Into Law
Sen.Amy Klobuchar
Aug. 6, 2020
Merkley, Wyden Introduce Resolution Celebrating the 55th Anniversary of the Voting Rights Act of 1965
Sen.Ron Wyden, ...
Aug. 6, 2020
Tweet - "As we celebrate 55 years of the Voting Rights Act, our work to ensure access to the ballot isn't over. Congress must pass the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Act and we must give states the resources they need to #ProtectOurVote amid the COVID-19 crisis. #VRA55"
Sen.Tammy Baldwin
Aug. 6, 2020
Tweet - "Will be joining @NewDay on @CNN soon to discuss #COVID19 relief negotiations and my amendment to enshrine the right to vote for every American in our Constitution. Tune in."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 6, 2020
Hoyer Statement on the 55th Anniversary of Voting Rights Act
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Aug. 6, 2020
Bennet, Markey, Colleagues Introduce Resolution Celebrating the 55th Anniversary of the Voting Rights Act of 1965
Sen.Ed Markey, ...
Aug. 6, 2020
Tweet - "55 years ago today, the Voting Rights Act became law. But the right of every American to vote--especially Black & Brown Americans--remains under attack. That's why I introduced a Constitutional amendment to protect voting rights. My op-ed for @CNN :"
Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 6, 2020
Hoyer Statement on Judge Dismissing Republican Lawsuit on Remote Voting By Proxy
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Aug. 6, 2020
Durbin, Colleagues Introduce Resolution Celebrating 55th Anniversary Of Voting Rights Act
Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 6, 2020
Tweet - "John Lewis urged us to use our right to vote as the most powerful, nonviolent tool we have in this democratic society. Today, we continue to celebrate his life & the 55th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act. Let's keep making #GoodTrouble & protect voting rights for all."
Rep.Jim Clyburn
Aug. 6, 2020
Pelosi Statement on the 55th Anniversary of the Voting Rights Act
Rep.Nancy Pelosi
Aug. 6, 2020
Lofgren Statement On The 55th Anniversary Of The Voting Rights Act
Rep.Zoe Lofgren
Aug. 6, 2020
Tweet - "55 years ago today, the #VotingRightsAct was signed into law -- an important step in fighting racial discrimination at the polls. Today, @HouseDemocrats are continuing to fight #ForThePeople and ensure every American's voice is heard in our elections."
Sen.Ben Luján
Aug. 6, 2020
CNN - Sen. Durbin: Amend the Constitution to protect voting rights
Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 6, 2020
Tweet - "It's been 55 years since the Voting Rights Act was signed into law But we are still fighting to ensure all Americans have equal access to the ballot box It is past time for the Senate to vote to restore the Voting Rights Act AND provide funding to ensure safe and fair elections"
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 6, 2020
Tweet - "As we mark the 55th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, House Dems will never stop fighting to restore the law's protections & expand access to the ballot box. I urge the Senate to take up & pass the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Act to #RestoreTheVote. https://bit.ly/2C2weaS"
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Aug. 5, 2020
VIDEO: Young: Importance of Free Speech for Hoosiers
Sen.Todd Young
Aug. 5, 2020
Van Hollen, Harris, Menendez, Booker Introduce Legislation to Increase Diversity on CARES Oversight Commission
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Aug. 5, 2020
Blackburn, Alexander, Bernhardt Celebrate Designation of Nashville's Hermitage Hotel as a National Historic Landmark
Sen.Marsha Blackburn, ...
Aug. 5, 2020
Waters, Warren and Gillibrand Introduce Legislation Requiring the Fed to Close Racial Employment and Wage Gaps
Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Aug. 5, 2020
Tweet - "The right of every American to vote is at the very core of our democracy. Sadly this fundamental right has been under attack for far too long--especially when exercised by Black & Brown Americans. It's time for us to explicitly enshrine the right to vote in our Constitution."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 5, 2020
Americans with Disabilities Act
Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Aug. 5, 2020
Durbin Introduces Joint Resolution To Enshrine Right To Vote In U.S. Constitution
Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 5, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Ajit Pai, Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission - Velázquez Demands FCC Probe of Racist Puerto Rico TV Program
Rep.Nydia Velázquez
Aug. 4, 2020
Hern introduces Equal Opportunity First Amendment Act
Rep.Kevin Hern
Aug. 4, 2020
Bonamici Speaks Out Against Federal Abuse of Power at Portland Protests during Oversight Subcommittee Discussion with Oregonians
Rep.Suzanne Bonamici
Aug. 4, 2020
Letter to The Hon. Eugene Scalia, Secretary of The U.S. Department of Labor, and Ms. Loren Sweatt, Principle Deputy Assistant Secretary of The Occupational Safety and Health Administration - Senator Baldwin Calls of Trump Administration to Address Reports of Retaliation Against Workers of Color Who Report COVID-19 Workplace Concerns
Sen.Sheldon Whitehouse, ...
Aug. 4, 2020
Merkley Highlights Abuses of Peaceful Protesters by Federal Forces in Portland at Senate Hearing
Sen.Jeff Merkley
Aug. 4, 2020
Merkley, Sanders Introduce Legislation to Put Strict Limits on Corporate Use of Facial Recognition
Sen.Jeff Merkley, ...
Aug. 4, 2020
Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General, the Hon. Letitia James, New York Attorney General, Audrey Strauss, Acting U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York, and the Hon. Anthony Scarpino, Westchester County District Attorney - Senator Markey Calls on Attorney General William Barr, New York State Officials to Reopen Investigation of Murder of DJ Henry
Sen.Ed Markey
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