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April 7, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Joe Biden, President of the United States - Carter Raises Concerns About Vaccine Passports Rep. Nancy Mace, ...
April 5, 2021 Clyburn, Williams, Gillibrand, And Warnock Announce Introduction Of Voter Empowerment Act Rep. Jim Clyburn
April 5, 2021 Tweet - "The late John Lewis nearly gave his life to secure the right to vote & I am committed to honoring his legacy & preserving our democracy. It's our responsibility to ensure that all eligible Americans have the right to cast a ballot that will be counted & make their voices heard." Rep. Jim Clyburn
April 5, 2021 Reps. Williams, Clyburn and Sens. Warnock, Gillibrand Reintroduce Voter Empowerment Act, Originally Authored by Congressman John Lewis Rep. Jim Clyburn, ...
March 26, 2021 Tweet - "The AAPI community has faced relentless physical and verbal attacks during the COVID-19 pandemic. Hate and violence have no place in this country. We must all stand together against bigotry and #StopAsianHate" Rep. Jim Clyburn
March 26, 2021 Tweet - "It is a contradiction to say we must protect minority rights in the Senate while refusing to protect minority rights in our society. There's no way under the sun that in 2021 that we are going to allow the filibuster to be used to deny voting rights." Rep. Jim Clyburn
March 25, 2021 ICYMI: Senator Scott on Ruthless Podcast Sen. Tim Scott
March 24, 2021 The Washington Post - Opinion: Tim Scott: Let's Set the Record Straight on 'Woke Supremacy' and Racism Sen. Tim Scott
March 19, 2021 Scorched Earth to Mississippi Burning Rep. Jim Clyburn
March 19, 2021 Tweet - "@LeaderMcConnell seems hellbent on using the archaic filibuster to allow the Senate minority to block any legislation designed to protect voting & civil rights for our country's minority citizens as we continue our pursuit toward fulfillment of "liberty & justice for all." Rep. Jim Clyburn
March 19, 2021 Tweet - "If we allow the filibuster to be used to deny voting rights, it will be catastrophic for the future of this country and the future of our democracy." Rep. Jim Clyburn
March 18, 2021 Tweet - "Tuesday's shooting in Georgia is a tragic example of the threats and violence many Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders having been facing for the past year. Hate has no place in this country. We must all stand together against bigotry & violence and #StopAsianHate." Rep. Jim Clyburn
March 10, 2021 Tweet - "I look at this legislation & I see it being targeted. One report yesterday said this program of doing more for Black farmers than anything since the 1964 Civil Rights Act. This legislation targets children who need to get back in school. That's targeting to me." Rep. Jim Clyburn
March 9, 2021 Tweet - "I think it is very clear, if we can make an exception to the filibuster rules for budgets, we ought to be able to make it for any civil or voting right that exists. If the President wants to keep the filibuster, fine, but let's do away w/ it for civil rights and voting rights." Rep. Jim Clyburn
March 7, 2021 Tweet - "Today marks the first time we are recognizing the anniversary of Bloody Sunday without my good friend, John Lewis. 56 years ago, he and others marched across the Edmund Pettus Bridge and were greeted with violence. Today, we continue their fight for a more perfect union." Rep. Jim Clyburn
March 4, 2021 Majority Whip Clyburn Statement on House Passage of The for The People Act and The George Floyd Justice in Policing Act Rep. Jim Clyburn
March 3, 2021 Mace Opposes Democrats' Effort to Nationalize Elections Rep. Nancy Mace
March 3, 2021 Tweet - "Blacks in America know all too well the pain of voter suppression and police brutality; our nation has been plagued by racial inequities since its founding. Today, House Democrats voted to repair these longstanding faults that strip power and justice from communities of color." Rep. Jim Clyburn
March 1, 2021 Tribute for the 60th Anniversary of the Edwards V. South Carolina March Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 25, 2021 Timmons Votes No on H.R. 5, the So-Called "Equality Act" Rep. William Timmons
Feb. 22, 2021 Tweet - "65 years ago, nearly 100 men and women were arrested for standing up against the injustices of this nation during the Montgomery Bus Boycott. Today we honor and recognize them, and are encouraged to continue to rise in the face of injustice." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 19, 2021 Tweet - "Failure to achieve vaccination equity would not only compound the suffering in communities of color--failure would also delay or even derail containment of the virus across the country, which could hinder a safe return to normal life for everyone." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 19, 2021 Tweet - "This pandemic has amplified racial inequities that have long existed in this nation. We've witnessed a disproportionate rate of infection, hospitalization, & death among minorities yet they are receiving fewer vaccinations. #VaccineEquity is essential to defeating this virus." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 9, 2021 Tweet - "Black History Month is acknowledged in February, but we must remember and memorialize the history of Black people throughout the year." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 8, 2021 In honor of Black History Month, Sen. Coons and Rep. Clyburn reintroduce bill to commemorate multi-state Brown v. Board of Education sites Sen. Tim Scott, ...
Feb. 3, 2021 Tweet - "151 years ago, the 15th amendment was ratified, giving African American men the right to vote. That right is still under attack today. Voter discrimination and disenfranchisement is still rampant in this country. We must remove all barriers to the ballot box." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 1, 2021 Tweet - "This Black History Month we will celebrate the many achievements that Black people have made throughout the course of history. We will also remember and honor all of those who fought for change and paved the way for the history that we are still making today." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 1, 2021 Senator Scott Statement Celebrating the Start of Black History Month Sen. Tim Scott
Feb. 1, 2021 Tweet - "Glad to see Septima Clark honored with a new US Mint coin. Fired as a public school teacher for not renouncing her NAACP membership, she went on to teach students at the Highland School, including Rosa Parks. I hope this inspires others to learn about her." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Jan. 26, 2021 Tweet - "President Biden is making racial equity & fairness in America a priority of his Administration. With just a week in office, he's already working to address past inequities. I look forward to working together to make America's greatness accessible & affordable to all." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Jan. 26, 2021 Tweet - "In order for America to truly be great, we must ensure that its greatness is accessible and affordable for all. Today, President Biden is issuing Executive Orders to advance equity by expanding fair housing, eliminating private prisons, and engaging with tribal nations." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Jan. 25, 2021 Scott and Colleagues Introduce National School Choice Week Resolution Sen. Tim Scott
Jan. 18, 2021 Senator Scott Statement Celebrating Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Sen. Tim Scott
Jan. 5, 2021 Scott to Introduce Bill Establishing Election Integrity Commission Sen. Tim Scott
Jan. 3, 2021 Tweet - "Yesterday marked 56 years since Martin Luther King Jr. led a voter registration drive opposing rampant voter discrimination and intimidation in Selma, Alabama. Today we honor his legacy by showing up, speaking up, and remembering the work is not over." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Dec. 22, 2020 Tweet - "The 50% + 1 voting requirement purposefully diluted Black votes & produced decades of white-only elected officials. I'm hopeful the 117th Congress & new admin will demonstrate that we have learned from our history & not repeat sordid mistakes of our past." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Dec. 21, 2020 More Than A Dozen Scott Provisions Included in COVID Relief, Year End Funding, and Tax Bills Sen. Tim Scott
Dec. 14, 2020 Scott and colleagues celebrate passage of bill to train pilots, support ROTC students at HBCUs Sen. Tim Scott
Dec. 11, 2020 Scott Bill To Strengthen Partnerships Between HBCUs and Federal Agencies Headed To White House Sen. Tim Scott
Dec. 6, 2020 Tweet - "1 year ago, the House passed the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act. By refusing to act, the GOP has paved the way for modern-day voter suppression tactics. As we look forward, I hope we'll honor John Lewis by restoring the voting rights protections he fought to secure." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Dec. 5, 2020 Tweet - "Today marks the 65th anniversary of the Montgomery Bus Boycott. Although this was not the first bus boycott to take place, it did have an enormous impact on the civil rights movement, and it showed the power we can have when we demand change." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Nov. 8, 2020 CNN "State of the Union with Jake Tapper" - Transcript: Interview with Congressman James Clyburn Rep. Jim Clyburn
Nov. 8, 2020 CNN "CNN Newsroom" - Transcript: Interview with Congressman James Clyburn Rep. Jim Clyburn
Oct. 21, 2020 CNN "CNN Newsroom" - Transcript: Interview with Congressman James Clyburn Rep. Jim Clyburn
Oct. 10, 2020 CNN "CNN Newsroom" - Transcript: Interview with Congressman James Clyburn Rep. Jim Clyburn
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. 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. Jim Clyburn, ...
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
Sept. 30, 2020 CNN "Erin Burnett Outfront" - Transcript Interview with James Clyburn Rep. Jim Clyburn
Sept. 17, 2020 Rep. Clyburn, Sen. Coons Introduce Legislation Commemorating Multi-State Brown v. Board of Education Sites Sen. Tim Scott, ...
Date Title Politician
April 7, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Joe Biden, President of the United States - Carter Raises Concerns About Vaccine Passports Rep.Nancy Mace, ...
April 5, 2021 Clyburn, Williams, Gillibrand, And Warnock Announce Introduction Of Voter Empowerment Act Rep.Jim Clyburn
April 5, 2021 Tweet - "The late John Lewis nearly gave his life to secure the right to vote & I am committed to honoring his legacy & preserving our democracy. It's our responsibility to ensure that all eligible Americans have the right to cast a ballot that will be counted & make their voices heard." Rep.Jim Clyburn
April 5, 2021 Reps. Williams, Clyburn and Sens. Warnock, Gillibrand Reintroduce Voter Empowerment Act, Originally Authored by Congressman John Lewis Rep.Jim Clyburn, ...
March 26, 2021 Tweet - "The AAPI community has faced relentless physical and verbal attacks during the COVID-19 pandemic. Hate and violence have no place in this country. We must all stand together against bigotry and #StopAsianHate" Rep.Jim Clyburn
March 26, 2021 Tweet - "It is a contradiction to say we must protect minority rights in the Senate while refusing to protect minority rights in our society. There's no way under the sun that in 2021 that we are going to allow the filibuster to be used to deny voting rights." Rep.Jim Clyburn
March 25, 2021 ICYMI: Senator Scott on Ruthless Podcast Sen.Tim Scott
March 24, 2021 The Washington Post - Opinion: Tim Scott: Let's Set the Record Straight on 'Woke Supremacy' and Racism Sen.Tim Scott
March 19, 2021 Scorched Earth to Mississippi Burning Rep.Jim Clyburn
March 19, 2021 Tweet - "@LeaderMcConnell seems hellbent on using the archaic filibuster to allow the Senate minority to block any legislation designed to protect voting & civil rights for our country's minority citizens as we continue our pursuit toward fulfillment of "liberty & justice for all." Rep.Jim Clyburn
March 19, 2021 Tweet - "If we allow the filibuster to be used to deny voting rights, it will be catastrophic for the future of this country and the future of our democracy." Rep.Jim Clyburn
March 18, 2021 Tweet - "Tuesday's shooting in Georgia is a tragic example of the threats and violence many Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders having been facing for the past year. Hate has no place in this country. We must all stand together against bigotry & violence and #StopAsianHate." Rep.Jim Clyburn
March 10, 2021 Tweet - "I look at this legislation & I see it being targeted. One report yesterday said this program of doing more for Black farmers than anything since the 1964 Civil Rights Act. This legislation targets children who need to get back in school. That's targeting to me." Rep.Jim Clyburn
March 9, 2021 Tweet - "I think it is very clear, if we can make an exception to the filibuster rules for budgets, we ought to be able to make it for any civil or voting right that exists. If the President wants to keep the filibuster, fine, but let's do away w/ it for civil rights and voting rights." Rep.Jim Clyburn
March 7, 2021 Tweet - "Today marks the first time we are recognizing the anniversary of Bloody Sunday without my good friend, John Lewis. 56 years ago, he and others marched across the Edmund Pettus Bridge and were greeted with violence. Today, we continue their fight for a more perfect union." Rep.Jim Clyburn
March 4, 2021 Majority Whip Clyburn Statement on House Passage of The for The People Act and The George Floyd Justice in Policing Act Rep.Jim Clyburn
March 3, 2021 Mace Opposes Democrats' Effort to Nationalize Elections Rep.Nancy Mace
March 3, 2021 Tweet - "Blacks in America know all too well the pain of voter suppression and police brutality; our nation has been plagued by racial inequities since its founding. Today, House Democrats voted to repair these longstanding faults that strip power and justice from communities of color." Rep.Jim Clyburn
March 1, 2021 Tribute for the 60th Anniversary of the Edwards V. South Carolina March Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 25, 2021 Timmons Votes No on H.R. 5, the So-Called "Equality Act" Rep.William Timmons
Feb. 22, 2021 Tweet - "65 years ago, nearly 100 men and women were arrested for standing up against the injustices of this nation during the Montgomery Bus Boycott. Today we honor and recognize them, and are encouraged to continue to rise in the face of injustice." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 19, 2021 Tweet - "Failure to achieve vaccination equity would not only compound the suffering in communities of color--failure would also delay or even derail containment of the virus across the country, which could hinder a safe return to normal life for everyone." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 19, 2021 Tweet - "This pandemic has amplified racial inequities that have long existed in this nation. We've witnessed a disproportionate rate of infection, hospitalization, & death among minorities yet they are receiving fewer vaccinations. #VaccineEquity is essential to defeating this virus." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 9, 2021 Tweet - "Black History Month is acknowledged in February, but we must remember and memorialize the history of Black people throughout the year." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 8, 2021 In honor of Black History Month, Sen. Coons and Rep. Clyburn reintroduce bill to commemorate multi-state Brown v. Board of Education sites Sen.Tim Scott, ...
Feb. 3, 2021 Tweet - "151 years ago, the 15th amendment was ratified, giving African American men the right to vote. That right is still under attack today. Voter discrimination and disenfranchisement is still rampant in this country. We must remove all barriers to the ballot box." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 1, 2021 Tweet - "This Black History Month we will celebrate the many achievements that Black people have made throughout the course of history. We will also remember and honor all of those who fought for change and paved the way for the history that we are still making today." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 1, 2021 Senator Scott Statement Celebrating the Start of Black History Month Sen.Tim Scott
Feb. 1, 2021 Tweet - "Glad to see Septima Clark honored with a new US Mint coin. Fired as a public school teacher for not renouncing her NAACP membership, she went on to teach students at the Highland School, including Rosa Parks. I hope this inspires others to learn about her." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Jan. 26, 2021 Tweet - "President Biden is making racial equity & fairness in America a priority of his Administration. With just a week in office, he's already working to address past inequities. I look forward to working together to make America's greatness accessible & affordable to all." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Jan. 26, 2021 Tweet - "In order for America to truly be great, we must ensure that its greatness is accessible and affordable for all. Today, President Biden is issuing Executive Orders to advance equity by expanding fair housing, eliminating private prisons, and engaging with tribal nations." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Jan. 25, 2021 Scott and Colleagues Introduce National School Choice Week Resolution Sen.Tim Scott
Jan. 18, 2021 Senator Scott Statement Celebrating Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Sen.Tim Scott
Jan. 5, 2021 Scott to Introduce Bill Establishing Election Integrity Commission Sen.Tim Scott
Jan. 3, 2021 Tweet - "Yesterday marked 56 years since Martin Luther King Jr. led a voter registration drive opposing rampant voter discrimination and intimidation in Selma, Alabama. Today we honor his legacy by showing up, speaking up, and remembering the work is not over." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Dec. 22, 2020 Tweet - "The 50% + 1 voting requirement purposefully diluted Black votes & produced decades of white-only elected officials. I'm hopeful the 117th Congress & new admin will demonstrate that we have learned from our history & not repeat sordid mistakes of our past." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Dec. 21, 2020 More Than A Dozen Scott Provisions Included in COVID Relief, Year End Funding, and Tax Bills Sen.Tim Scott
Dec. 14, 2020 Scott and colleagues celebrate passage of bill to train pilots, support ROTC students at HBCUs Sen.Tim Scott
Dec. 11, 2020 Scott Bill To Strengthen Partnerships Between HBCUs and Federal Agencies Headed To White House Sen.Tim Scott
Dec. 6, 2020 Tweet - "1 year ago, the House passed the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act. By refusing to act, the GOP has paved the way for modern-day voter suppression tactics. As we look forward, I hope we'll honor John Lewis by restoring the voting rights protections he fought to secure." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Dec. 5, 2020 Tweet - "Today marks the 65th anniversary of the Montgomery Bus Boycott. Although this was not the first bus boycott to take place, it did have an enormous impact on the civil rights movement, and it showed the power we can have when we demand change." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Nov. 8, 2020 CNN "State of the Union with Jake Tapper" - Transcript: Interview with Congressman James Clyburn Rep.Jim Clyburn
Nov. 8, 2020 CNN "CNN Newsroom" - Transcript: Interview with Congressman James Clyburn Rep.Jim Clyburn
Oct. 21, 2020 CNN "CNN Newsroom" - Transcript: Interview with Congressman James Clyburn Rep.Jim Clyburn
Oct. 10, 2020 CNN "CNN Newsroom" - Transcript: Interview with Congressman James Clyburn Rep.Jim Clyburn
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. 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.Jim Clyburn, ...
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
Sept. 30, 2020 CNN "Erin Burnett Outfront" - Transcript Interview with James Clyburn Rep.Jim Clyburn
Sept. 17, 2020 Rep. Clyburn, Sen. Coons Introduce Legislation Commemorating Multi-State Brown v. Board of Education Sites Sen.Tim Scott, ...
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