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April 23, 2023 'This Week' Transcript 4-23-23: Sen. Mark Warner and Rep. Nancy Mace Rep. Nancy Mace
Dec. 8, 2022 Majority Whip Clyburn Statement Following Passage of the Respect for Marriage Act Rep. Jim Clyburn
Sept. 15, 2022 Chairwoman Maloney and Subcommittee Ranking Member Mace Applaud House Passage of the Whistleblower Protection Improvement Act Rep. Nancy Mace, ...
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
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
July 26, 2022 Tweet - "Today marks 32 years of the Americans with Disabilities Act, landmark legislation to help ensure every American has equal opportunity in our society. As we celebrate our progress, may we continue the work to build a more inclusive, equitable and accessible America." Rep. Jim Clyburn
July 25, 2022 Tweet - "House Democrats have already passed legislation that will benefit American families; like our bills to cap the monthly cost of insulin at $35, protect access to contraception, and protect marriage equality. We need the Senate to send these bills to the President's desk." Rep. Jim Clyburn
July 25, 2022 Tweet - "Today, I celebrate the life and legacy of McKinley Washington. He was a fierce advocate for the Sea Islands of SC and spent his life fighting for equity and a better quality of life for the communities he represented. May he rest in power." Rep. Jim Clyburn
July 19, 2022 Rep. Mace Votes to Pass Respect for Marriage Act Rep. Nancy Mace
July 18, 2022 Tweet - "When I was elected president of my local @NAACP youth council at age 12, I never imagined I would one day earn their highest honor: the Spingarn Medal. I hope to live long enough and serve well enough to prove myself worthy of this prestigious honor." Rep. Jim Clyburn
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 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 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 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 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 15, 2022 Letter to Robin Carnahan, Administrator of the General Services Administration - Comer, Top House Republicans Demand Answers on Biden Administration's Voting Executive Order Rep. Nancy Mace, ...
June 1, 2022 Tweet - "Happy LGBTQ+ #PrideMonth to everyone celebrating. This month we are reminded that all love should be celebrated, and we remember the countless lives lost to hate crimes against the LGBTQ+ community." Rep. Jim Clyburn
May 24, 2022 Tweet - "I'm not giving up on this country. Every democracy has its own challenges, and ours is no different. But we must come together as Americans -- Democrats and Republicans, Black and white, rich and poor -- to keep this pursuit of a more perfect union going." Rep. Jim Clyburn
May 17, 2022 Tweet - "On this 68th anniversary of Brown v. Board, let us remember this: anything that has happened before, can happen again. We must preserve our history. My bill, which is now law, will do just that by expanding the historic sites associated with the landmark ruling." Rep. Jim Clyburn
May 17, 2022 Tweet - "This International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia & Transphobia, we're reminded of the dangerous power of hate & raise awareness of the human rights violations against the LGBTQIA community worldwide. As Maya Angelou said: "No one of us can be free until everybody is free." Rep. Jim Clyburn
May 12, 2022 Letter to Merrick B. Garland, Attorney General of the U.S. Department of Justice - Mullin Combats Intimidation Tactics of Pro-Abortion Activists Rep. Ralph Norman, ...
May 12, 2022 Tweet - "We must know our history to avoid repeating the worst mistakes in our past. That's why I'm pleased my bill to commemorate and expand Brown v. Board of Education historical sites was signed into law today. Thank you to @SavingPlaces for your tireless work on this issue." Rep. Jim Clyburn
May 4, 2022 Tweet - "On the 61st anniversary of the first Freedom Ride, we remember the 13 men and women, including my friend John Lewis, who rode for racial equality. Lewis was beaten in Rock Hill, SC during that ride, but he always kept his eyes on the prize. May we honor their bravery." Rep. Jim Clyburn
May 3, 2022 Rep. Boebert Introduces Bill to Terminate the Department of Homeland Security's Disinformation Governance Board Rep. Ralph Norman, ...
May 1, 2022 Tweet - As we celebrate #AAPIHeritageMonth, we are reminded that the greatness of America lies in our diversity. This month we recognize the culture and contributions Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders continue to make to this country." Rep. Jim Clyburn
April 30, 2022 Tweet - "As a former history teacher and student of history, I believe we must learn from our past. This week, the House took a major step towards preserving our history by sending my bill to honor and expand the historical sites associated with Brown v. Board to the President's desk." Rep. Jim Clyburn
April 26, 2022 Majority Whip Clyburn Applauds Final Passage of the Brown V. Board of Education National Historic Site Expansion Act Rep. Jim Clyburn
April 21, 2022 Tweet - "It was my pleasure to address @ClemsonUniv 's Men of Color National Summit today. I applaud the Summit's emphasis on the importance of education and the need to close the opportunity gap for African American and Hispanic men across the country.' Rep. Jim Clyburn
April 14, 2022 Tweet - "I applaud the Biden-Harris Administration for announcing new Agency Equity Action Plans. This is an important step towards eradicating the systemic inequities that plague our nation and already disadvantaged, underserved communities." Rep. Jim Clyburn
April 11, 2022 Tweet - "Pleased that my bill with Senator @ChrisCoons to commemorate the historic sites that contributed to the landmark Brown v. Board of Education case has passed the Senate. We must learn from our history to avoid repeating our past mistakes." Rep. Jim Clyburn
April 9, 2022 Tweet - "It was a pleasure to join my friend @TheRevAl at #NANCONV2022. I've long been a student of history. The civil rights movement did not start with us, and it must not end with us. We all have a role in ensuring America's greatness can be accessible and affordable for all." Rep. Jim Clyburn
April 7, 2022 Senate passes Coons-Clyburn bill to commemorate Brown v. Board of Education sites across multiple states Rep. Jim Clyburn, ...
April 4, 2022 Tweet - "When I heard the news of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s assassination 54 years ago today, I sat at home numb and devastated over the immense loss, until the sun came up. May our quest to make America's greatness accessible and affordable for all honor his memory. Rep. Jim Clyburn
March 29, 2022 Tweet - "It's one thing to be granted the right to vote & another to be physically able to cast your ballot. We ought to consider both the legal & physical barriers that keep people from voting in elections. Thanks for ensuring every American has equal access to the ballot box, @NACDD ." Rep. Jim Clyburn
March 24, 2022 Tweet - "The median white family holds 8x the wealth of the median Black family in the U.S., in part due to the homeownership-driven wealth gap. The #PAVEActionPlan will curb racial bias in the home appraisal process and help the Black community build generational wealth." Rep. Jim Clyburn
March 17, 2022 Tweet - "The cowardly bomb threats against #HBCUs have had a serious impact on students. That's why I'm pleased the Biden-Harris Admin is moving to support students, staff and faculty by making Project School Emergency Response to Violence funding available." Rep. Jim Clyburn
March 7, 2022 Letter to Gene L. Dodaro, Comptroller General Government Accountability Office - Chair Raskin, Ranking Member Mace Request GAO Review of FBI Surveillance of Americans to Protect First Amendment Rights Rep. Nancy Mace, ...
March 6, 2022 Tweet - "Honored to join @FaithandPolitic on this Selma pilgrimage to mark the 57th anniversary of Bloody Sunday. Let us remember the bravery of those who crossed the Edmund Pettus Bridge in 1965 to secure the sacred right to vote." Rep. Jim Clyburn
March 3, 2022 Mace: All Americans, Especially Women and Girls, Deserve to Realize Their Full Potential Rep. Nancy Mace
Feb. 28, 2022 Tweet - "Today the House will pass the Emmett Till #AntilynchingAct to designate lynching as a federal hate crime. After 120 years, and more than 200 attempts, it is time to finally right this deadly wrong." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 21, 2022 Tweet - "On this day, I remember my dear friend, John Lewis. Today, on what would have been his 82nd birthday, John's impact is still felt. We must continue the fight for voting rights in his honor." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 19, 2022 Tweet - "If libraries are centers of learning and truth, librarians are guardians against the misinformation that tears at the fabric of our society. Check out my #BlackHistoryMonth podcast episode with the first African American @LibnOfCongress, Dr. Carla Hayden." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 18, 2022 Tweet - "Oswald Hope Robertson is cited by some as the inventor of the blood bank. But Dr. Charles Drew, an African American physician, is the inventor of the modern-day blood bank. He developed a method to allow blood to be stored for 2 months. #CriticalRaceFacts" Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 18, 2022 Clarke, DeLauro, Clyburn, Meeks, Torres Introduce Legislation to Honor Constance Baker Motley Rep. Jim Clyburn, ...
Feb. 16, 2022 Tweet - "Growing up, my mother instructed me to learn all about South Carolina's Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune. Dr. Bethune was her greatest hero. I look forward to joining @USRepKCastor when we can finally welcome the statue of her likeness to its final home, the U.S. Capitol." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 16, 2022 Tweet - "Texas' restrictive voter laws are designed to deny Americans their sacred right to vote. House Democrats have passed the Freedom to Vote: John R. Lewis Act and HR1 to ward off similar attacks happening across the country. It's long past time for the Senate to do its part." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 15, 2022 Tweet - "The fight for voting rights is an "all hands on deck" situation. The Senate must do its part by passing the For the People Act and the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act. All of us must do our part to protect our democracy." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 12, 2022 Tweet - "On this day 113 years ago, the @NAACP was founded with the goal of securing for all Americans their Constitutional rights.   I commend their continued efforts to make America's greatness accessible to all of her people." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 11, 2022 Tweet - "The #AmericaCOMPETES Act will create new possibilities for the next generation of HBCU students. This bill sets aside $1.2 billion to expand research and educational capabilities at our nation's HBCUs and MSIs, ensuring STEM students of color have an equal opportunity to thrive." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 11, 2022 Tweet - "This week's #CriticalRaceFact highlights Elijah McCoy. Thomas Savery is known as the inventor of the steam engine. However, Elijah McCoy's automatic oil cup made these engines safer and more efficient. Many tried to copy his work, but most companies wanted "the Real McCoy."" Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 10, 2022 Tweet - "This #BlackHistoryMonth, we must raise our voices and fight against the false, politically motivated, narrative about schools teaching critical race theory.   As I wrote in @BlackPressUSA, no amount of whitewashing or book banning will change our history." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 9, 2022 Tweet - "Today, the House took an important step towards protecting LGBTQI+ communities throughout the world by passing the #GlobalRespectAct. Thank you for your leadership in this effort, @DavidCicilline." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 8, 2022 Letter to Hon. Merrick Garland, Attorney General Dept. of Justice - Pressley, Clyburn, Jones Lead Congressional Black Caucus Members in Urging DOJ to Aggressively Increase Efforts to Protect Voting Rights Rep. Jim Clyburn, ...
Feb. 4, 2022 Tweet - "This #BlackHistoryMonth, let us remember it is not "critical race theory" to learn about the contributions of Black Americans. We ought not run from our history, but instead embrace the lessons and giants of the past who have helped make our country great." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 4, 2022 Tweet - "As we celebrate Rosa Parks' 109th birthday today, we remember her life of service and trailblazing legacy. Her impact and sacrifices were invaluable to the civil rights movement and the push for racial equality." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Jan. 26, 2022 Tweet - "The newly drawn electoral maps will determine whether or not Black voters and communities of color can have their voices heard. States like Alabama and Ohio ought to learn the lessons from our sordid history and ensure these maps are drawn fairly." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Jan. 25, 2022 Religious Freedom Over Mandates Act Rep. Ralph Norman
Jan. 23, 2022 Tweet - "Honored to give this year's keynote address at the Dr. MLK, Jr. Community Celebration in Aiken, SC. Dr. King gave his life in pursuit of a more perfect union. To honor his life, we must commit ourselves to making this country's greatness accessible and affordable for all." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Jan. 18, 2022 Tweet - "When I first met John Lewis, we were 19-year-old college students who came together in 1960 to found the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee. I'm pleased @FaithandPolitic is furthering John's legacy with this first cohort of the John Robert Lewis Scholars and Fellows." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Jan. 17, 2022 Tweet - "In 1963, Dr. King spoke of the "fierce urgency of now." His words still resonate today. As I discussed on @NewsNation , we must address the current threat to voting rights now or risk going from a democracy to an autocracy." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Jan. 17, 2022 Tweet - "On this Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, I urge you to keep in mind the true meaning of this celebration. This country doesn't have to be made great again. It is already great. Our challenge is to make this country's greatness accessible and affordable to all." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Jan. 16, 2022 Tweet - "My father use to tell me that the darkest hour of the night was the moment right before dawn. Things may look dark now but we need to keep pressing on because I am convinced that the people of good will are going to step up and get voting rights done." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Jan. 13, 2022 Tweet - "Today we must ask ourselves, will we uphold our oath and protect this fragile democracy? Or will we subvert the Constitution and fetter the franchise? I know where I stand. I refuse to allow our country to move backwards. Let's pass the Freedom to Vote: John R. Lewis Act." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Jan. 13, 2022 Tweet - "John Lewis believed "each generation must do its part to create an even more fair, more just society." @HouseDemocrats just did our part and passed the Freedom to Vote: John R. Lewis Act. It's time for the Senate to do the same and ensure every American's voice can be heard." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Jan. 3, 2022 Letter to Michael Carvajal, Director of the Federal Bureau of Prisons - Higgins, Greene Demand Humane Treatment for January 6 Prisoners Rep. Ralph Norman, ...
Dec. 26, 2021 Tweet - "Archbishop Desmond Tutu will always be remembered for his unfailing dedication to justice and equality in the face of persecution and hatred." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Dec. 17, 2021 Tweet - "Growing up, civil rights leader and educator Mary McLeod Bethune was one of my mother's greatest heroes." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Dec. 5, 2021 Tweet - "The #MontgomeryBusBoycott that began 66 yrs ago today taught us the power of unity, persistence & resistance." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Nov. 28, 2021 Tweet - "My dear friend, John Lewis, once said we need to "get in good trouble, necessary trouble, and help redeem the soul of America." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Nov. 18, 2021 Tweet - "Sending my congrats and well wishes to my good friend Rep. @GKButterfield as he announces his retirement." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Nov. 10, 2021 Tweet - "I want to thank @cofc_polisci for allowing me the opportunity to speak on the importance of voting rights." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Oct. 22, 2021 Blunt, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Block Democrats' IRS Snooping Proposal Sen. Tim Scott, ...
Oct. 16, 2021 Tweet - "On this day 53 years ago, Tommie Smith & John Carlos gestured the Black Power Salute at the 1968 Olympics, in protest of growing racial injustice. Decades later, the division they protested against endures. We must follow their example of bravery & stand up against injustice." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Oct. 6, 2021 Tweet - "Yesterday's Senate introduction of the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act is an important step toward protecting minority voting rights, which have been under attack across the nation. I urge its swift passage to protect the most fundamental right in our democracy." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Date Title Politician
April 23, 2023 'This Week' Transcript 4-23-23: Sen. Mark Warner and Rep. Nancy Mace Rep.Nancy Mace
Dec. 8, 2022 Majority Whip Clyburn Statement Following Passage of the Respect for Marriage Act Rep.Jim Clyburn
Sept. 15, 2022 Chairwoman Maloney and Subcommittee Ranking Member Mace Applaud House Passage of the Whistleblower Protection Improvement Act Rep.Nancy Mace, ...
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
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
July 26, 2022 Tweet - "Today marks 32 years of the Americans with Disabilities Act, landmark legislation to help ensure every American has equal opportunity in our society. As we celebrate our progress, may we continue the work to build a more inclusive, equitable and accessible America." Rep.Jim Clyburn
July 25, 2022 Tweet - "House Democrats have already passed legislation that will benefit American families; like our bills to cap the monthly cost of insulin at $35, protect access to contraception, and protect marriage equality. We need the Senate to send these bills to the President's desk." Rep.Jim Clyburn
July 25, 2022 Tweet - "Today, I celebrate the life and legacy of McKinley Washington. He was a fierce advocate for the Sea Islands of SC and spent his life fighting for equity and a better quality of life for the communities he represented. May he rest in power." Rep.Jim Clyburn
July 19, 2022 Rep. Mace Votes to Pass Respect for Marriage Act Rep.Nancy Mace
July 18, 2022 Tweet - "When I was elected president of my local @NAACP youth council at age 12, I never imagined I would one day earn their highest honor: the Spingarn Medal. I hope to live long enough and serve well enough to prove myself worthy of this prestigious honor." Rep.Jim Clyburn
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 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 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 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 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 15, 2022 Letter to Robin Carnahan, Administrator of the General Services Administration - Comer, Top House Republicans Demand Answers on Biden Administration's Voting Executive Order Rep.Nancy Mace, ...
June 1, 2022 Tweet - "Happy LGBTQ+ #PrideMonth to everyone celebrating. This month we are reminded that all love should be celebrated, and we remember the countless lives lost to hate crimes against the LGBTQ+ community." Rep.Jim Clyburn
May 24, 2022 Tweet - "I'm not giving up on this country. Every democracy has its own challenges, and ours is no different. But we must come together as Americans -- Democrats and Republicans, Black and white, rich and poor -- to keep this pursuit of a more perfect union going." Rep.Jim Clyburn
May 17, 2022 Tweet - "On this 68th anniversary of Brown v. Board, let us remember this: anything that has happened before, can happen again. We must preserve our history. My bill, which is now law, will do just that by expanding the historic sites associated with the landmark ruling." Rep.Jim Clyburn
May 17, 2022 Tweet - "This International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia & Transphobia, we're reminded of the dangerous power of hate & raise awareness of the human rights violations against the LGBTQIA community worldwide. As Maya Angelou said: "No one of us can be free until everybody is free." Rep.Jim Clyburn
May 12, 2022 Letter to Merrick B. Garland, Attorney General of the U.S. Department of Justice - Mullin Combats Intimidation Tactics of Pro-Abortion Activists Rep.Ralph Norman, ...
May 12, 2022 Tweet - "We must know our history to avoid repeating the worst mistakes in our past. That's why I'm pleased my bill to commemorate and expand Brown v. Board of Education historical sites was signed into law today. Thank you to @SavingPlaces for your tireless work on this issue." Rep.Jim Clyburn
May 4, 2022 Tweet - "On the 61st anniversary of the first Freedom Ride, we remember the 13 men and women, including my friend John Lewis, who rode for racial equality. Lewis was beaten in Rock Hill, SC during that ride, but he always kept his eyes on the prize. May we honor their bravery." Rep.Jim Clyburn
May 3, 2022 Rep. Boebert Introduces Bill to Terminate the Department of Homeland Security's Disinformation Governance Board Rep.Ralph Norman, ...
May 1, 2022 Tweet - As we celebrate #AAPIHeritageMonth, we are reminded that the greatness of America lies in our diversity. This month we recognize the culture and contributions Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders continue to make to this country." Rep.Jim Clyburn
April 30, 2022 Tweet - "As a former history teacher and student of history, I believe we must learn from our past. This week, the House took a major step towards preserving our history by sending my bill to honor and expand the historical sites associated with Brown v. Board to the President's desk." Rep.Jim Clyburn
April 26, 2022 Majority Whip Clyburn Applauds Final Passage of the Brown V. Board of Education National Historic Site Expansion Act Rep.Jim Clyburn
April 21, 2022 Tweet - "It was my pleasure to address @ClemsonUniv 's Men of Color National Summit today. I applaud the Summit's emphasis on the importance of education and the need to close the opportunity gap for African American and Hispanic men across the country.' Rep.Jim Clyburn
April 14, 2022 Tweet - "I applaud the Biden-Harris Administration for announcing new Agency Equity Action Plans. This is an important step towards eradicating the systemic inequities that plague our nation and already disadvantaged, underserved communities." Rep.Jim Clyburn
April 11, 2022 Tweet - "Pleased that my bill with Senator @ChrisCoons to commemorate the historic sites that contributed to the landmark Brown v. Board of Education case has passed the Senate. We must learn from our history to avoid repeating our past mistakes." Rep.Jim Clyburn
April 9, 2022 Tweet - "It was a pleasure to join my friend @TheRevAl at #NANCONV2022. I've long been a student of history. The civil rights movement did not start with us, and it must not end with us. We all have a role in ensuring America's greatness can be accessible and affordable for all." Rep.Jim Clyburn
April 7, 2022 Senate passes Coons-Clyburn bill to commemorate Brown v. Board of Education sites across multiple states Rep.Jim Clyburn, ...
April 4, 2022 Tweet - "When I heard the news of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s assassination 54 years ago today, I sat at home numb and devastated over the immense loss, until the sun came up. May our quest to make America's greatness accessible and affordable for all honor his memory. Rep.Jim Clyburn
March 29, 2022 Tweet - "It's one thing to be granted the right to vote & another to be physically able to cast your ballot. We ought to consider both the legal & physical barriers that keep people from voting in elections. Thanks for ensuring every American has equal access to the ballot box, @NACDD ." Rep.Jim Clyburn
March 24, 2022 Tweet - "The median white family holds 8x the wealth of the median Black family in the U.S., in part due to the homeownership-driven wealth gap. The #PAVEActionPlan will curb racial bias in the home appraisal process and help the Black community build generational wealth." Rep.Jim Clyburn
March 17, 2022 Tweet - "The cowardly bomb threats against #HBCUs have had a serious impact on students. That's why I'm pleased the Biden-Harris Admin is moving to support students, staff and faculty by making Project School Emergency Response to Violence funding available." Rep.Jim Clyburn
March 7, 2022 Letter to Gene L. Dodaro, Comptroller General Government Accountability Office - Chair Raskin, Ranking Member Mace Request GAO Review of FBI Surveillance of Americans to Protect First Amendment Rights Rep.Nancy Mace, ...
March 6, 2022 Tweet - "Honored to join @FaithandPolitic on this Selma pilgrimage to mark the 57th anniversary of Bloody Sunday. Let us remember the bravery of those who crossed the Edmund Pettus Bridge in 1965 to secure the sacred right to vote." Rep.Jim Clyburn
March 3, 2022 Mace: All Americans, Especially Women and Girls, Deserve to Realize Their Full Potential Rep.Nancy Mace
Feb. 28, 2022 Tweet - "Today the House will pass the Emmett Till #AntilynchingAct to designate lynching as a federal hate crime. After 120 years, and more than 200 attempts, it is time to finally right this deadly wrong." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 21, 2022 Tweet - "On this day, I remember my dear friend, John Lewis. Today, on what would have been his 82nd birthday, John's impact is still felt. We must continue the fight for voting rights in his honor." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 19, 2022 Tweet - "If libraries are centers of learning and truth, librarians are guardians against the misinformation that tears at the fabric of our society. Check out my #BlackHistoryMonth podcast episode with the first African American @LibnOfCongress, Dr. Carla Hayden." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 18, 2022 Tweet - "Oswald Hope Robertson is cited by some as the inventor of the blood bank. But Dr. Charles Drew, an African American physician, is the inventor of the modern-day blood bank. He developed a method to allow blood to be stored for 2 months. #CriticalRaceFacts" Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 18, 2022 Clarke, DeLauro, Clyburn, Meeks, Torres Introduce Legislation to Honor Constance Baker Motley Rep.Jim Clyburn, ...
Feb. 16, 2022 Tweet - "Growing up, my mother instructed me to learn all about South Carolina's Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune. Dr. Bethune was her greatest hero. I look forward to joining @USRepKCastor when we can finally welcome the statue of her likeness to its final home, the U.S. Capitol." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 16, 2022 Tweet - "Texas' restrictive voter laws are designed to deny Americans their sacred right to vote. House Democrats have passed the Freedom to Vote: John R. Lewis Act and HR1 to ward off similar attacks happening across the country. It's long past time for the Senate to do its part." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 15, 2022 Tweet - "The fight for voting rights is an "all hands on deck" situation. The Senate must do its part by passing the For the People Act and the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act. All of us must do our part to protect our democracy." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 12, 2022 Tweet - "On this day 113 years ago, the @NAACP was founded with the goal of securing for all Americans their Constitutional rights.   I commend their continued efforts to make America's greatness accessible to all of her people." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 11, 2022 Tweet - "The #AmericaCOMPETES Act will create new possibilities for the next generation of HBCU students. This bill sets aside $1.2 billion to expand research and educational capabilities at our nation's HBCUs and MSIs, ensuring STEM students of color have an equal opportunity to thrive." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 11, 2022 Tweet - "This week's #CriticalRaceFact highlights Elijah McCoy. Thomas Savery is known as the inventor of the steam engine. However, Elijah McCoy's automatic oil cup made these engines safer and more efficient. Many tried to copy his work, but most companies wanted "the Real McCoy."" Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 10, 2022 Tweet - "This #BlackHistoryMonth, we must raise our voices and fight against the false, politically motivated, narrative about schools teaching critical race theory.   As I wrote in @BlackPressUSA, no amount of whitewashing or book banning will change our history." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 9, 2022 Tweet - "Today, the House took an important step towards protecting LGBTQI+ communities throughout the world by passing the #GlobalRespectAct. Thank you for your leadership in this effort, @DavidCicilline." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 8, 2022 Letter to Hon. Merrick Garland, Attorney General Dept. of Justice - Pressley, Clyburn, Jones Lead Congressional Black Caucus Members in Urging DOJ to Aggressively Increase Efforts to Protect Voting Rights Rep.Jim Clyburn, ...
Feb. 4, 2022 Tweet - "This #BlackHistoryMonth, let us remember it is not "critical race theory" to learn about the contributions of Black Americans. We ought not run from our history, but instead embrace the lessons and giants of the past who have helped make our country great." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 4, 2022 Tweet - "As we celebrate Rosa Parks' 109th birthday today, we remember her life of service and trailblazing legacy. Her impact and sacrifices were invaluable to the civil rights movement and the push for racial equality." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Jan. 26, 2022 Tweet - "The newly drawn electoral maps will determine whether or not Black voters and communities of color can have their voices heard. States like Alabama and Ohio ought to learn the lessons from our sordid history and ensure these maps are drawn fairly." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Jan. 25, 2022 Religious Freedom Over Mandates Act Rep.Ralph Norman
Jan. 23, 2022 Tweet - "Honored to give this year's keynote address at the Dr. MLK, Jr. Community Celebration in Aiken, SC. Dr. King gave his life in pursuit of a more perfect union. To honor his life, we must commit ourselves to making this country's greatness accessible and affordable for all." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Jan. 18, 2022 Tweet - "When I first met John Lewis, we were 19-year-old college students who came together in 1960 to found the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee. I'm pleased @FaithandPolitic is furthering John's legacy with this first cohort of the John Robert Lewis Scholars and Fellows." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Jan. 17, 2022 Tweet - "In 1963, Dr. King spoke of the "fierce urgency of now." His words still resonate today. As I discussed on @NewsNation , we must address the current threat to voting rights now or risk going from a democracy to an autocracy." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Jan. 17, 2022 Tweet - "On this Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, I urge you to keep in mind the true meaning of this celebration. This country doesn't have to be made great again. It is already great. Our challenge is to make this country's greatness accessible and affordable to all." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Jan. 16, 2022 Tweet - "My father use to tell me that the darkest hour of the night was the moment right before dawn. Things may look dark now but we need to keep pressing on because I am convinced that the people of good will are going to step up and get voting rights done." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Jan. 13, 2022 Tweet - "Today we must ask ourselves, will we uphold our oath and protect this fragile democracy? Or will we subvert the Constitution and fetter the franchise? I know where I stand. I refuse to allow our country to move backwards. Let's pass the Freedom to Vote: John R. Lewis Act." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Jan. 13, 2022 Tweet - "John Lewis believed "each generation must do its part to create an even more fair, more just society." @HouseDemocrats just did our part and passed the Freedom to Vote: John R. Lewis Act. It's time for the Senate to do the same and ensure every American's voice can be heard." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Jan. 3, 2022 Letter to Michael Carvajal, Director of the Federal Bureau of Prisons - Higgins, Greene Demand Humane Treatment for January 6 Prisoners Rep.Ralph Norman, ...
Dec. 26, 2021 Tweet - "Archbishop Desmond Tutu will always be remembered for his unfailing dedication to justice and equality in the face of persecution and hatred." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Dec. 17, 2021 Tweet - "Growing up, civil rights leader and educator Mary McLeod Bethune was one of my mother's greatest heroes." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Dec. 5, 2021 Tweet - "The #MontgomeryBusBoycott that began 66 yrs ago today taught us the power of unity, persistence & resistance." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Nov. 28, 2021 Tweet - "My dear friend, John Lewis, once said we need to "get in good trouble, necessary trouble, and help redeem the soul of America." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Nov. 18, 2021 Tweet - "Sending my congrats and well wishes to my good friend Rep. @GKButterfield as he announces his retirement." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Nov. 10, 2021 Tweet - "I want to thank @cofc_polisci for allowing me the opportunity to speak on the importance of voting rights." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Oct. 22, 2021 Blunt, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Block Democrats' IRS Snooping Proposal Sen.Tim Scott, ...
Oct. 16, 2021 Tweet - "On this day 53 years ago, Tommie Smith & John Carlos gestured the Black Power Salute at the 1968 Olympics, in protest of growing racial injustice. Decades later, the division they protested against endures. We must follow their example of bravery & stand up against injustice." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Oct. 6, 2021 Tweet - "Yesterday's Senate introduction of the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act is an important step toward protecting minority voting rights, which have been under attack across the nation. I urge its swift passage to protect the most fundamental right in our democracy." Rep.Jim Clyburn
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