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July 18, 2022 Tweet - "Today, I introduced the bipartisan Respect for Marriage Act to protect the progress we have made on marriage equality, because we cannot allow this freedom and right to be take away or denied." Sen. Tammy Baldwin
July 18, 2022 Davids, Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Ensure Right to Same-Sex, Interracial Marriages Rep. Sharice Davids
July 15, 2022 As Republicans Move to Criminalize Abortion in All 50 States, Congressman Veasey Votes to Protect the Right to Reproductive Freedom Rep. Marc Veasey
July 14, 2022 Letter to Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, Chuck Schumer, Senate Majority Leader - Reps. Jones, Ocasio-cortez Lead Push to Strip Supreme Court's Jurisdiction Over Abortion Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
July 14, 2022 Norton Testifies at Hearing on Her Bill to Remove Name of Segregationist Newlands from Chevy Chase Circle Rep. Eleanor Norton
July 14, 2022 Congressman Cohen Defends Precedents Extending Civil Rights Rep. Steve Cohen
July 13, 2022 Pelosi Remarks at Statue Dedication Ceremony Honoring Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune of Florida Rep. Nancy Pelosi
July 13, 2022 Tweet - "As Speaker of the House, it was my privilege to celebrate Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune: an unyielding force for racial justice, a pioneering voice for gender equity and a devoted advocate for education." Rep. Nancy Pelosi
July 13, 2022 Norton, Raskin Announce Hearing on Their Bill to Remove Name of Segregationist Newlands from Chevy Chase Circle Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
July 13, 2022 Wielding Every Tool We Have: Urging a Public Health Emergency for Abortion Access Rep. Lloyd Doggett
July 12, 2022 Members of the Latino Jewish Caucus Condemn Antisemitic Attack on Jewish Community in Massachusetts Rep. Darren Soto, ...
July 12, 2022 Sen. Coons in hearing on Dobbs decision: "what other fundamental rights might… be at risk?" Sen. Chris Coons
July 11, 2022 Congresswoman Nikema Williams and Senator Elizabeth Warren to Introduce Bill to Expand Youth Access to Voting Rep. Nikema Williams, ...
July 9, 2022 Tweet - "It's the 154th anniversary of the ratification of the 14th Amendment -- the wellspring of countless rights and an enormous step forward for our democracy. I'll keep fighting to protect the rights enshrined in 14a on a federal level." Sen. Mark Warner
July 8, 2022 Schumer: With East Buffalo Still Isolated From Downtown, Schumer Launches Major Push for $25+ Million to Reconnect Buffalo Neighborhoods, Break Down Segregating Barriers Increase Walkability, Making Queen City More Accessible for All Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 6, 2022 Tweet - "After another holiday marred by gun violence, I'm thinking about the values of the Fourth of July and how I'm protecting them in the Senate. I believe in freedom from fear in public spaces. Freedom to choose. Freedom to love. I will continue to fight for these freedoms and more." Sen. Mark Warner
July 5, 2022 Rep. Takano and Congresswoman Norton Introduce Resolution Recognizing the 70th Anniversary of an Important Step to Desegregate Schools for Deaf Students Rep. Eleanor Norton, ...
July 2, 2022 Tweet - "Today marks the 58th anniversary of the 1964 #CivilRightsAct, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, religion, sex or national origin. Many of those protections are under attack. We must stay committed to making America's greatness accessible & affordable for all." Rep. Jim Clyburn
July 2, 2022 Pelosi Statement on 58th Anniversary of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 Rep. Nancy Pelosi
July 2, 2022 Tweet - "Nearly six decades ago, the courage & sacrifice of countless civil rights heroes gave rise to the landmark Civil Rights Act. This transformative legislation stands as a pillar of our Democracy, helping move our nation closer to our founding promise of liberty & justice for all." Rep. Nancy Pelosi
July 1, 2022 Rep. Sewell Celebrates as White House Announces President Biden will Award Attorney Fred Gray the Presidential Medal of Freedom Rep. Terri Sewell
July 1, 2022 Tweet - "I was pleased to see so many familiar faces at the SC Human Affairs Commission's 50th anniversary gala. Much has changed in race relations since I led SCHAC, but one thing that has remained constant, is this organization's commitment to creating a more equitable society." Rep. Jim Clyburn
June 30, 2022 Letter to John N. Nkengasong, Ambassador-at-Large and Coordinator of United States Government Activities to Combat HIV/AIDS Globally - Congresswoman Titus, Senator Markey Lead Fight for LGBTQI+ Protections Sen. Ed Markey, ...
June 29, 2022 Tweet - "On this day in 1982, Pres. Reagan signed a reauthorization of the Voting Rights Act -- which had passed Congress with huge bipartisan majorities. I'm ashamed that my colleagues have politicized basic voting rights to the point where this is no longer a bipartisan priority." Sen. Mark Warner
June 29, 2022 Gov. Ricketts, Faith Leaders Celebrate Religious Freedom Week in Nebraska Sen. Pete Ricketts
June 29, 2022 Luján, Colleagues Urge HHS Secretary Becerra to Expand Voting Registration Access on HealthCare.gov Sen. Ben Luján
June 28, 2022 Tweet - "Today marks the 53rd anniversary of the #StonewallRiots -- the historic day that the LGBTQ+ community rose up against bigoted police violence to fight for their rights. We must remain vigilant and continue the fight for LGBTQ+ equality." Rep. Jim Clyburn
June 27, 2022 Tuberville Statement on Supreme Court Decision Protecting Religious Liberty Sen. Tommy Tuberville
June 26, 2022 Tweet - "On this 7th anniversary of marriage equality as we march for #Pride in NY: We know that LGBTQ+ rights and women's rights and so much more are under attack by MAGA Republicans and a MAGA extremist Supreme Court. We will keep fighting. We will keep working. We will keep marching." Sen. Chuck Schumer
June 26, 2022 Tweet - "Seven years ago today, the landmark Obergefell decision recognized that #loveislove, opening the door for marriage equality & for all families to be treated equally under the law. House Democrats will continue our work to ensure equal rights & representation for LGBTQ Americans." Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 25, 2022 Pelosi Statement on Nine Years Since the Shelby County v. Holder Decision Rep. Nancy Pelosi
June 25, 2022 Tweet - "Nine years ago today, the Supreme Court dealt a grave blow to American Democracy with its disastrous ruling in Shelby v. Holder." Rep. Nancy Pelosi
June 24, 2022 Tweet - "Today's SCOTUS ruling further establishes right-wing Republican justices' radical disregard for individual rights & settled precedent. They've eliminated a woman's right to control her body and given it to politicians. The American people disagree. They will be heard." Rep. Jim Clyburn
June 24, 2022 Tweet - "Today is a dark day for America & the freedom of women to make their own health care decisions. In striking down #RoevWade & Planned Parenthood v. Casey, SCOTUS' GOP-appointed justices ignored nearly 5 decades of precedent & Constitutional principles." Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 24, 2022 Congressman Marc Veasey (TX-33) Statement on the Supreme Court Decision to Overturn Roe v. Wade Rep. Marc Veasey
June 24, 2022 Congressman Al Green Condemns Policy Positions of the Texas Republican Party and Calls for Reauthorization of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 Rep. Al Green
June 24, 2022 Moolenaar: "Today's Ruling Will Save Millions of Lives" Rep. John Moolenaar
June 23, 2022 Scalise and Lesko: Fifty Years After Title IX, We Must Protect Women's Sports Rep. Steve Scalise
June 23, 2022 Congressman Al Green: The Texas Republican Party May Have Taken the Most Infamous Political U-Turn in History Rep. Al Green
June 22, 2022 Tweet - "I learned from my dad -- a newspaperman -- at a young age that we must always protect the freedom of the press." Sen. Amy Klobuchar
June 22, 2022 Rep. Omar Introduces Resolution Condemning Human Rights Violations in India Rep. Ilhan Omar
June 22, 2022 Congressman Biggs Reintroduces Fourth Amendment Restoration Act Rep. Andy Biggs
June 22, 2022 Tweet - "I just took the first step on the Senate floor to move forward on the nomination of Jessica Clarke to serve on the SDNY District Court. She's a civil rights expert with experience in fair housing and equal access to education, and I was so proud to recommend her to @POTUS ." Sen. Chuck Schumer
June 22, 2022 Congressman Biggs Reintroduces Fourth Amendment Restoration Act Rep. Andy Biggs
June 20, 2022 VIDEO: Kaine Delivers Keynote Speech at NAACP Loudoun Branch's Juneteenth March & Celebration Sen. Tim Kaine
June 20, 2022 Tweet - "Today, I was honored to serve as Grand Marshall for this year's South Carolina Juneteenth Freedom Fest Parade. This #Juneteenth, take time to celebrate with family and friends, reflect on the progress we have made and continue to make in our pursuit of a "more perfect union.'" Rep. Jim Clyburn
June 20, 2022 Dear Colleague on Juneteenth Rep. Nancy Pelosi
June 20, 2022 Tweet - "On #WorldRefugeeDay, Americans join the international community in recognizing the plight of all who have been forced to flee from war, persecution, natural disasters & other horrors. We pray for & stand with the nearly 90 million people who have been subjected to such tragedies." Rep. Nancy Pelosi
June 20, 2022 Pelosi Statement on World Refugee Day Rep. Nancy Pelosi
June 19, 2022 Tweet - "157 years ago today, the news reached some of the last formerly enslaved people in our nation that they were free Last year, we passed into law a bill finally declaring #Juneteenth a federal holiday Today and every day, we must continue the work to achieve true equality for all" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Date Title Politician
July 18, 2022 Tweet - "Today, I introduced the bipartisan Respect for Marriage Act to protect the progress we have made on marriage equality, because we cannot allow this freedom and right to be take away or denied." Sen.Tammy Baldwin
July 18, 2022 Davids, Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Ensure Right to Same-Sex, Interracial Marriages Rep.Sharice Davids
July 15, 2022 As Republicans Move to Criminalize Abortion in All 50 States, Congressman Veasey Votes to Protect the Right to Reproductive Freedom Rep.Marc Veasey
July 14, 2022 Letter to Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, Chuck Schumer, Senate Majority Leader - Reps. Jones, Ocasio-cortez Lead Push to Strip Supreme Court's Jurisdiction Over Abortion Rep.Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
July 14, 2022 Norton Testifies at Hearing on Her Bill to Remove Name of Segregationist Newlands from Chevy Chase Circle Rep.Eleanor Norton
July 14, 2022 Congressman Cohen Defends Precedents Extending Civil Rights Rep.Steve Cohen
July 13, 2022 Pelosi Remarks at Statue Dedication Ceremony Honoring Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune of Florida Rep.Nancy Pelosi
July 13, 2022 Tweet - "As Speaker of the House, it was my privilege to celebrate Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune: an unyielding force for racial justice, a pioneering voice for gender equity and a devoted advocate for education." Rep.Nancy Pelosi
July 13, 2022 Norton, Raskin Announce Hearing on Their Bill to Remove Name of Segregationist Newlands from Chevy Chase Circle Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
July 13, 2022 Wielding Every Tool We Have: Urging a Public Health Emergency for Abortion Access Rep.Lloyd Doggett
July 12, 2022 Members of the Latino Jewish Caucus Condemn Antisemitic Attack on Jewish Community in Massachusetts Rep.Darren Soto, ...
July 12, 2022 Sen. Coons in hearing on Dobbs decision: "what other fundamental rights might… be at risk?" Sen.Chris Coons
July 11, 2022 Congresswoman Nikema Williams and Senator Elizabeth Warren to Introduce Bill to Expand Youth Access to Voting Rep.Nikema Williams, ...
July 9, 2022 Tweet - "It's the 154th anniversary of the ratification of the 14th Amendment -- the wellspring of countless rights and an enormous step forward for our democracy. I'll keep fighting to protect the rights enshrined in 14a on a federal level." Sen.Mark Warner
July 8, 2022 Schumer: With East Buffalo Still Isolated From Downtown, Schumer Launches Major Push for $25+ Million to Reconnect Buffalo Neighborhoods, Break Down Segregating Barriers Increase Walkability, Making Queen City More Accessible for All Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 6, 2022 Tweet - "After another holiday marred by gun violence, I'm thinking about the values of the Fourth of July and how I'm protecting them in the Senate. I believe in freedom from fear in public spaces. Freedom to choose. Freedom to love. I will continue to fight for these freedoms and more." Sen.Mark Warner
July 5, 2022 Rep. Takano and Congresswoman Norton Introduce Resolution Recognizing the 70th Anniversary of an Important Step to Desegregate Schools for Deaf Students Rep.Eleanor Norton, ...
July 2, 2022 Tweet - "Today marks the 58th anniversary of the 1964 #CivilRightsAct, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, religion, sex or national origin. Many of those protections are under attack. We must stay committed to making America's greatness accessible & affordable for all." Rep.Jim Clyburn
July 2, 2022 Pelosi Statement on 58th Anniversary of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 Rep.Nancy Pelosi
July 2, 2022 Tweet - "Nearly six decades ago, the courage & sacrifice of countless civil rights heroes gave rise to the landmark Civil Rights Act. This transformative legislation stands as a pillar of our Democracy, helping move our nation closer to our founding promise of liberty & justice for all." Rep.Nancy Pelosi
July 1, 2022 Rep. Sewell Celebrates as White House Announces President Biden will Award Attorney Fred Gray the Presidential Medal of Freedom Rep.Terri Sewell
July 1, 2022 Tweet - "I was pleased to see so many familiar faces at the SC Human Affairs Commission's 50th anniversary gala. Much has changed in race relations since I led SCHAC, but one thing that has remained constant, is this organization's commitment to creating a more equitable society." Rep.Jim Clyburn
June 30, 2022 Letter to John N. Nkengasong, Ambassador-at-Large and Coordinator of United States Government Activities to Combat HIV/AIDS Globally - Congresswoman Titus, Senator Markey Lead Fight for LGBTQI+ Protections Sen.Ed Markey, ...
June 29, 2022 Tweet - "On this day in 1982, Pres. Reagan signed a reauthorization of the Voting Rights Act -- which had passed Congress with huge bipartisan majorities. I'm ashamed that my colleagues have politicized basic voting rights to the point where this is no longer a bipartisan priority." Sen.Mark Warner
June 29, 2022 Gov. Ricketts, Faith Leaders Celebrate Religious Freedom Week in Nebraska Sen.Pete Ricketts
June 29, 2022 Luján, Colleagues Urge HHS Secretary Becerra to Expand Voting Registration Access on HealthCare.gov Sen.Ben Luján
June 28, 2022 Tweet - "Today marks the 53rd anniversary of the #StonewallRiots -- the historic day that the LGBTQ+ community rose up against bigoted police violence to fight for their rights. We must remain vigilant and continue the fight for LGBTQ+ equality." Rep.Jim Clyburn
June 27, 2022 Tuberville Statement on Supreme Court Decision Protecting Religious Liberty Sen.Tommy Tuberville
June 26, 2022 Tweet - "On this 7th anniversary of marriage equality as we march for #Pride in NY: We know that LGBTQ+ rights and women's rights and so much more are under attack by MAGA Republicans and a MAGA extremist Supreme Court. We will keep fighting. We will keep working. We will keep marching." Sen.Chuck Schumer
June 26, 2022 Tweet - "Seven years ago today, the landmark Obergefell decision recognized that #loveislove, opening the door for marriage equality & for all families to be treated equally under the law. House Democrats will continue our work to ensure equal rights & representation for LGBTQ Americans." Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 25, 2022 Pelosi Statement on Nine Years Since the Shelby County v. Holder Decision Rep.Nancy Pelosi
June 25, 2022 Tweet - "Nine years ago today, the Supreme Court dealt a grave blow to American Democracy with its disastrous ruling in Shelby v. Holder." Rep.Nancy Pelosi
June 24, 2022 Tweet - "Today's SCOTUS ruling further establishes right-wing Republican justices' radical disregard for individual rights & settled precedent. They've eliminated a woman's right to control her body and given it to politicians. The American people disagree. They will be heard." Rep.Jim Clyburn
June 24, 2022 Tweet - "Today is a dark day for America & the freedom of women to make their own health care decisions. In striking down #RoevWade & Planned Parenthood v. Casey, SCOTUS' GOP-appointed justices ignored nearly 5 decades of precedent & Constitutional principles." Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 24, 2022 Congressman Marc Veasey (TX-33) Statement on the Supreme Court Decision to Overturn Roe v. Wade Rep.Marc Veasey
June 24, 2022 Congressman Al Green Condemns Policy Positions of the Texas Republican Party and Calls for Reauthorization of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 Rep.Al Green
June 24, 2022 Moolenaar: "Today's Ruling Will Save Millions of Lives" Rep.John Moolenaar
June 23, 2022 Scalise and Lesko: Fifty Years After Title IX, We Must Protect Women's Sports Rep.Steve Scalise
June 23, 2022 Congressman Al Green: The Texas Republican Party May Have Taken the Most Infamous Political U-Turn in History Rep.Al Green
June 22, 2022 Tweet - "I learned from my dad -- a newspaperman -- at a young age that we must always protect the freedom of the press." Sen.Amy Klobuchar
June 22, 2022 Rep. Omar Introduces Resolution Condemning Human Rights Violations in India Rep.Ilhan Omar
June 22, 2022 Congressman Biggs Reintroduces Fourth Amendment Restoration Act Rep.Andy Biggs
June 22, 2022 Tweet - "I just took the first step on the Senate floor to move forward on the nomination of Jessica Clarke to serve on the SDNY District Court. She's a civil rights expert with experience in fair housing and equal access to education, and I was so proud to recommend her to @POTUS ." Sen.Chuck Schumer
June 22, 2022 Congressman Biggs Reintroduces Fourth Amendment Restoration Act Rep.Andy Biggs
June 20, 2022 VIDEO: Kaine Delivers Keynote Speech at NAACP Loudoun Branch's Juneteenth March & Celebration Sen.Tim Kaine
June 20, 2022 Tweet - "Today, I was honored to serve as Grand Marshall for this year's South Carolina Juneteenth Freedom Fest Parade. This #Juneteenth, take time to celebrate with family and friends, reflect on the progress we have made and continue to make in our pursuit of a "more perfect union.'" Rep.Jim Clyburn
June 20, 2022 Dear Colleague on Juneteenth Rep.Nancy Pelosi
June 20, 2022 Tweet - "On #WorldRefugeeDay, Americans join the international community in recognizing the plight of all who have been forced to flee from war, persecution, natural disasters & other horrors. We pray for & stand with the nearly 90 million people who have been subjected to such tragedies." Rep.Nancy Pelosi
June 20, 2022 Pelosi Statement on World Refugee Day Rep.Nancy Pelosi
June 19, 2022 Tweet - "157 years ago today, the news reached some of the last formerly enslaved people in our nation that they were free Last year, we passed into law a bill finally declaring #Juneteenth a federal holiday Today and every day, we must continue the work to achieve true equality for all" Sen.Chuck Schumer
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