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Feb. 13, 2020 Tweet - "Equality of rights under the law shall not be denied or abridged by the U.S. or any State on account of sex. It's simple. Women deserve equal rights & protection against discrimination. 38 states have ratified the Equal Rights Amendment. It's time we add it to the Constitution." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 12, 2020 Rep. Buck and Sen. Blackburn Lead Effort to Stop Green-Light Sanctuary Laws Rep. Ralph Norman, ...
Feb. 12, 2020 Tweet - "Today we celebrate the birthday of our nation's oldest and largest civil rights organization, the @NAACP . Their mission to achieve equality for all is still as vital today as it was when they were founded 111 years ago." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 4, 2020 Majority Whip Clyburn Responds to State of The Union Address Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 4, 2020 Tweet - "The lifelong trauma of gun violence remains w/ survivors long after physical wounds have healed. As we recognize National Gun Violence Survivors Week, I implore my Senate colleagues to hold a vote on the House-passed legislation to prevent gun violence." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 3, 2020 Tweet - "The Trump Administration's announced expansion of its travel ban is not about protecting this country; it's about targeting vulnerable people, particularly those from African nations." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 3, 2020 Tweet - "As we celebrate #BlackHistoryMonth this year, I thought it important that we recognize some unsung heroes that contributed to our history. Let us recognize those who dreamed far beyond their own circumstances & made significant sacrifices to shape the future of this country." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 3, 2020 Tweet - "Today marks the 150th anniversary of the 15th amendment, giving African American men the right to vote. For much of its first 100 years, the right existed only on paper. And we still face voter discrimination. We must continue to fight to remove all barriers to the ballot box." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Jan. 31, 2020 Chairman Deutch Introduces Bipartisan Resolution Condemning Iranian Persecution of Baha'is Rep. Joe Wilson, ...
Jan. 31, 2020 Newhouse Leads Call to Modernize ESA Rep. Ralph Norman, ...
Jan. 29, 2020 Rep. Norman Issues Statement on H.R. 943 Vote Rep. Ralph Norman
Jan. 28, 2020 Tweet - "SCOTUS's decision allowing the Trump Administration to carry out its "wealthy only" immigration policy is an affront to our nation's highest ideals. The very essence of the American Dream is that it is open to all, not a select few." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Jan. 28, 2020 Congressional Western Caucus Rep. Ralph Norman
Jan. 28, 2020 Welcoming Reverend Jeffrey F. Kirby Rep. Ralph Norman
Jan. 27, 2020 Letter to Chad Wolf, Acting Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security - Rounds, King, Harris, Pingree, Keating, Bergman Lead Bipartisan, Bicameral Letter Urging Administration to Increase the Number of Temporary, Non-Immigrant H-2B Workers for 2020 Rep. Joe Wilson, ...
Jan. 22, 2020 Tweet - "Today marks the anniversary of #RoevWade which gave women the right to control their own bodies. Any attack against it is an attack on women's reproductive rights. We must not go backwards in this fight." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Jan. 20, 2020 Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Sen. Tim Scott
Jan. 15, 2020 Tweet - "All Americans deserve protection from discrimination, and that includes older Americans. Today we voted to restore older Americans' ability to fight back against age discrimination. This a fundamental protection they need and deserve." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Jan. 10, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of Education - In Letter to Education Secretary Devos, Blunt, Daines, Ernst, Lankford, & Scitt Back Proposed Rule to Protect Religious Liberty in Student Aid Program Sen. Tim Scott, ...
Dec. 20, 2019 Tweet - "In 2019, I introduced legislation on affordable housing, student loan debt, reducing gun violence, and more. As we go into 2020, I will continue to fight to make America's greatness accessible and affordable for all." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Dec. 20, 2019 Timmons Leads House Members in Advocating for Foster Care Religious Liberty Rule Change Rep. William Timmons
Dec. 20, 2019 Tweet - "As we approach this holiday season, I hope that we will not forget the brave men and women who sacrificed so much to serve and protect our great republic. And as we end this year and look to next year, let us strive to create peace and happiness throughout the world." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Dec. 16, 2019 Tweet - "This weekend, my colleagues & I joined @SpeakerPelosi in Belgium where we honored World War II heroes & marked the 75th anniversary of the Battle of the Bulge. We must never forget the sacrifices of all of our brave men & women who have served to defend & protect our freedoms." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Dec. 14, 2019 Tweet - "It's been over 280 days since the House passed bipartisan legislation to #EndGunViolence. It's been 7 years since 26 innocent children and adults were gunned down at Sandy Hook Elementary School. It's been 7 years too long. It's time for the Senate to act." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Dec. 10, 2019 Tweet - "As we recognize #HumanRightsDay today, we must recommit ourselves to not only defending our own inalienable rights, but the rights of others as well. For as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. once said, "for evil to succeed, all it needs is for good men to do nothing."" Rep. Jim Clyburn
Dec. 7, 2019 Tweet - "Today we remember and honor all of the brave men and women who fought and died in the Battle of Pearl Harbor. Their bravery and sacrifice will never be forgotten." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Dec. 6, 2019 Tweet - "In 2013, the Shelby v. Holder decision gutted the VRA, unleashing a wave of local voter suppression laws designed to silence American voters--especially voters of color. The right to vote is the cornerstone of our democracy and must be protected at all costs. #RestoreTheVote" Rep. Jim Clyburn
Dec. 6, 2019 H.R. 4 Is a Federal Power Grab Waiting to Be Abused Rep. Ralph Norman
Dec. 6, 2019 Tweet - "#HR4 is a good step to right the wrongs that've dismantled the fundamental right to vote through Voter ID laws, purging voter rolls & closing majority-minority polling places. Upholding the voter protections in the VRA is critical to realizing the promise of democracy for all." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Dec. 6, 2019 Tweet - "I do believe that this piece of legislation is deserving of bipartisan support. I can remember when voting rights bills could pass both houses unanimously. Let's do that today and demonstrate that we are making this democracy work for ALL. #RestoreTheVote" Rep. Jim Clyburn
Dec. 5, 2019 Tweet - "The Montgomery bus boycott was a true act of resistance in the fight for civil rights. They stood on the shoulders of others to secure our rights, and now we stand on their shoulders as we continue to fight to make America's greatness accessible and affordable for all." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Dec. 4, 2019 Tweet - "50 years ago Sen. Fritz Hollings led a Hunger Tour through SC, which moved Pres. Nixon to support the creation of SNAP. Now this Admin is undermining this successful program to combat food insecurity, making it harder for Americans to access assistance they need. #HandsOffSNAP" Rep. Jim Clyburn
Dec. 4, 2019 Tweet - "The victims, survivors, and first responders of the Pulse Nightclub shooting deserve proper memorialization. We ought to honor their memory by designating Pulse Nightclub as a federally recognized National Memorial site. #OrlandoStrong" Rep. Jim Clyburn
Nov. 20, 2019 Tweet - "Latinas must work nearly 23 months in order to earn what white men earn in 12 months. That is unacceptable. Equal work deserves equal pay, regardless of race, ethnicity, or gender. The House has voted for equal pay. The Senate must do the same. #LatinaEqualPayDay" Rep. Jim Clyburn
Nov. 20, 2019 Tweet - "Today, we pause and honor the lives of all of the members of our transgender community whose lives were lost in acts of hate, violence, and transphobia. No one should fear losing their life for simply being who they are. #TDOR" Rep. Jim Clyburn
Nov. 19, 2019 Letter to Rob Manfred, Major League Baseball Commissioner - Representatives McKinley and Trahan Lead Bipartisan Call for Major League Baseball (MLB) to Abandon Harmful Reorganization Effort Rep. Jim Clyburn, ...
Nov. 18, 2019 Tweet - "Native American history is American history. This month, we celebrate all of the incredible contributions that Native Americans have made and continue to make to this country. #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth" Rep. Jim Clyburn
Nov. 18, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader, the Hon. Richard Shelby, Chairman of the Senate Appropriations Committee, and the Hon. Patrick Leahy, Ranking Member of the Senate Appropriations Committee - Enzi, Barrasso support increase in temporary work visas Sen. Tim Scott, ...
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "Deeply saddened by another senseless act of gun violence, this time in Santa Clarita, CA. My heart goes out to the victims, their families and friends. To my Senate colleagues, it's been nearly 260 days since the House passed violence prevention legislation. When will you act?" Rep. Jim Clyburn
Nov. 14, 2019 Senator Scott congratulates 2019 Angels in Adoption recipient Becky Donovan Sen. Tim Scott
Nov. 13, 2019 Lawmakers Call for Justice for La Saline Massacre in Haiti Rep. Joe Wilson, ...
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "Today the Supreme Court is considering the #DACA program's future. For 700,000 young people in this country, the outcome will have life-altering consequences. America is their home, and this is where they should stay. #HomeIsHere" Rep. Jim Clyburn
Nov. 9, 2019 Tweet - "History has proven time & time again that freedom is not achieved by building walls. As we celebrate #WorldFreedomDay & the anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall, we must remember that America is at its greatest when we tear down barriers to those fleeing oppression." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Nov. 7, 2019 Tweet - "A family's ability to adopt should not be determined by who they love, how they identify, or where they worship. This administration's failure to enforce anti-discrimination laws in adoption programs will separate SC families at their formation. #EveryChildDeservesaFamily" Rep. Jim Clyburn
Nov. 6, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Robert Wilkie, Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs - Casey: We Must Do More to Protect Veterans From Falling Victim to Scam Artists Sen. Tim Scott, ...
Nov. 6, 2019 Letter to Ms. Margaret Everson, Principal Deputy Director, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service - Miss. Lawmakers Press Fish & Wildlife Service to Address Avian Predators Damage to Livestock Aquaculture Production Sen. Tim Scott, ...
Nov. 5, 2019 Timmons Statement on HHS Religious Liberty Announcement Rep. William Timmons
Nov. 5, 2019 Tweet - "Today we celebrate the 51st anniversary of Shirley Chisholm becoming the first Black woman elected to Congress. A few years after her historic win, she ran for president and I was proud to be one of two delegates to vote for her at the 1972 Democratic National Convention." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Nov. 4, 2019 Great News for Faith-Based Child Foster and Adoption Agencies Rep. Ralph Norman
Nov. 1, 2019 Scott praises HHS decision to protect religious liberty in South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott
Date Title Politician
Feb. 13, 2020 Tweet - "Equality of rights under the law shall not be denied or abridged by the U.S. or any State on account of sex. It's simple. Women deserve equal rights & protection against discrimination. 38 states have ratified the Equal Rights Amendment. It's time we add it to the Constitution." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 12, 2020 Rep. Buck and Sen. Blackburn Lead Effort to Stop Green-Light Sanctuary Laws Rep.Ralph Norman, ...
Feb. 12, 2020 Tweet - "Today we celebrate the birthday of our nation's oldest and largest civil rights organization, the @NAACP . Their mission to achieve equality for all is still as vital today as it was when they were founded 111 years ago." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 4, 2020 Majority Whip Clyburn Responds to State of The Union Address Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 4, 2020 Tweet - "The lifelong trauma of gun violence remains w/ survivors long after physical wounds have healed. As we recognize National Gun Violence Survivors Week, I implore my Senate colleagues to hold a vote on the House-passed legislation to prevent gun violence." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 3, 2020 Tweet - "The Trump Administration's announced expansion of its travel ban is not about protecting this country; it's about targeting vulnerable people, particularly those from African nations." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 3, 2020 Tweet - "As we celebrate #BlackHistoryMonth this year, I thought it important that we recognize some unsung heroes that contributed to our history. Let us recognize those who dreamed far beyond their own circumstances & made significant sacrifices to shape the future of this country." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 3, 2020 Tweet - "Today marks the 150th anniversary of the 15th amendment, giving African American men the right to vote. For much of its first 100 years, the right existed only on paper. And we still face voter discrimination. We must continue to fight to remove all barriers to the ballot box." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Jan. 31, 2020 Chairman Deutch Introduces Bipartisan Resolution Condemning Iranian Persecution of Baha'is Rep.Joe Wilson, ...
Jan. 31, 2020 Newhouse Leads Call to Modernize ESA Rep.Ralph Norman, ...
Jan. 29, 2020 Rep. Norman Issues Statement on H.R. 943 Vote Rep.Ralph Norman
Jan. 28, 2020 Tweet - "SCOTUS's decision allowing the Trump Administration to carry out its "wealthy only" immigration policy is an affront to our nation's highest ideals. The very essence of the American Dream is that it is open to all, not a select few." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Jan. 28, 2020 Congressional Western Caucus Rep.Ralph Norman
Jan. 28, 2020 Welcoming Reverend Jeffrey F. Kirby Rep.Ralph Norman
Jan. 27, 2020 Letter to Chad Wolf, Acting Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security - Rounds, King, Harris, Pingree, Keating, Bergman Lead Bipartisan, Bicameral Letter Urging Administration to Increase the Number of Temporary, Non-Immigrant H-2B Workers for 2020 Rep.Joe Wilson, ...
Jan. 22, 2020 Tweet - "Today marks the anniversary of #RoevWade which gave women the right to control their own bodies. Any attack against it is an attack on women's reproductive rights. We must not go backwards in this fight." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Jan. 20, 2020 Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Sen.Tim Scott
Jan. 15, 2020 Tweet - "All Americans deserve protection from discrimination, and that includes older Americans. Today we voted to restore older Americans' ability to fight back against age discrimination. This a fundamental protection they need and deserve." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Jan. 10, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of Education - In Letter to Education Secretary Devos, Blunt, Daines, Ernst, Lankford, & Scitt Back Proposed Rule to Protect Religious Liberty in Student Aid Program Sen.Tim Scott, ...
Dec. 20, 2019 Tweet - "In 2019, I introduced legislation on affordable housing, student loan debt, reducing gun violence, and more. As we go into 2020, I will continue to fight to make America's greatness accessible and affordable for all." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Dec. 20, 2019 Timmons Leads House Members in Advocating for Foster Care Religious Liberty Rule Change Rep.William Timmons
Dec. 20, 2019 Tweet - "As we approach this holiday season, I hope that we will not forget the brave men and women who sacrificed so much to serve and protect our great republic. And as we end this year and look to next year, let us strive to create peace and happiness throughout the world." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Dec. 16, 2019 Tweet - "This weekend, my colleagues & I joined @SpeakerPelosi in Belgium where we honored World War II heroes & marked the 75th anniversary of the Battle of the Bulge. We must never forget the sacrifices of all of our brave men & women who have served to defend & protect our freedoms." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Dec. 14, 2019 Tweet - "It's been over 280 days since the House passed bipartisan legislation to #EndGunViolence. It's been 7 years since 26 innocent children and adults were gunned down at Sandy Hook Elementary School. It's been 7 years too long. It's time for the Senate to act." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Dec. 10, 2019 Tweet - "As we recognize #HumanRightsDay today, we must recommit ourselves to not only defending our own inalienable rights, but the rights of others as well. For as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. once said, "for evil to succeed, all it needs is for good men to do nothing."" Rep.Jim Clyburn
Dec. 7, 2019 Tweet - "Today we remember and honor all of the brave men and women who fought and died in the Battle of Pearl Harbor. Their bravery and sacrifice will never be forgotten." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Dec. 6, 2019 Tweet - "In 2013, the Shelby v. Holder decision gutted the VRA, unleashing a wave of local voter suppression laws designed to silence American voters--especially voters of color. The right to vote is the cornerstone of our democracy and must be protected at all costs. #RestoreTheVote" Rep.Jim Clyburn
Dec. 6, 2019 H.R. 4 Is a Federal Power Grab Waiting to Be Abused Rep.Ralph Norman
Dec. 6, 2019 Tweet - "#HR4 is a good step to right the wrongs that've dismantled the fundamental right to vote through Voter ID laws, purging voter rolls & closing majority-minority polling places. Upholding the voter protections in the VRA is critical to realizing the promise of democracy for all." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Dec. 6, 2019 Tweet - "I do believe that this piece of legislation is deserving of bipartisan support. I can remember when voting rights bills could pass both houses unanimously. Let's do that today and demonstrate that we are making this democracy work for ALL. #RestoreTheVote" Rep.Jim Clyburn
Dec. 5, 2019 Tweet - "The Montgomery bus boycott was a true act of resistance in the fight for civil rights. They stood on the shoulders of others to secure our rights, and now we stand on their shoulders as we continue to fight to make America's greatness accessible and affordable for all." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Dec. 4, 2019 Tweet - "50 years ago Sen. Fritz Hollings led a Hunger Tour through SC, which moved Pres. Nixon to support the creation of SNAP. Now this Admin is undermining this successful program to combat food insecurity, making it harder for Americans to access assistance they need. #HandsOffSNAP" Rep.Jim Clyburn
Dec. 4, 2019 Tweet - "The victims, survivors, and first responders of the Pulse Nightclub shooting deserve proper memorialization. We ought to honor their memory by designating Pulse Nightclub as a federally recognized National Memorial site. #OrlandoStrong" Rep.Jim Clyburn
Nov. 20, 2019 Tweet - "Latinas must work nearly 23 months in order to earn what white men earn in 12 months. That is unacceptable. Equal work deserves equal pay, regardless of race, ethnicity, or gender. The House has voted for equal pay. The Senate must do the same. #LatinaEqualPayDay" Rep.Jim Clyburn
Nov. 20, 2019 Tweet - "Today, we pause and honor the lives of all of the members of our transgender community whose lives were lost in acts of hate, violence, and transphobia. No one should fear losing their life for simply being who they are. #TDOR" Rep.Jim Clyburn
Nov. 19, 2019 Letter to Rob Manfred, Major League Baseball Commissioner - Representatives McKinley and Trahan Lead Bipartisan Call for Major League Baseball (MLB) to Abandon Harmful Reorganization Effort Rep.Jim Clyburn, ...
Nov. 18, 2019 Tweet - "Native American history is American history. This month, we celebrate all of the incredible contributions that Native Americans have made and continue to make to this country. #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth" Rep.Jim Clyburn
Nov. 18, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader, the Hon. Richard Shelby, Chairman of the Senate Appropriations Committee, and the Hon. Patrick Leahy, Ranking Member of the Senate Appropriations Committee - Enzi, Barrasso support increase in temporary work visas Sen.Tim Scott, ...
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "Deeply saddened by another senseless act of gun violence, this time in Santa Clarita, CA. My heart goes out to the victims, their families and friends. To my Senate colleagues, it's been nearly 260 days since the House passed violence prevention legislation. When will you act?" Rep.Jim Clyburn
Nov. 14, 2019 Senator Scott congratulates 2019 Angels in Adoption recipient Becky Donovan Sen.Tim Scott
Nov. 13, 2019 Lawmakers Call for Justice for La Saline Massacre in Haiti Rep.Joe Wilson, ...
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "Today the Supreme Court is considering the #DACA program's future. For 700,000 young people in this country, the outcome will have life-altering consequences. America is their home, and this is where they should stay. #HomeIsHere" Rep.Jim Clyburn
Nov. 9, 2019 Tweet - "History has proven time & time again that freedom is not achieved by building walls. As we celebrate #WorldFreedomDay & the anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall, we must remember that America is at its greatest when we tear down barriers to those fleeing oppression." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Nov. 7, 2019 Tweet - "A family's ability to adopt should not be determined by who they love, how they identify, or where they worship. This administration's failure to enforce anti-discrimination laws in adoption programs will separate SC families at their formation. #EveryChildDeservesaFamily" Rep.Jim Clyburn
Nov. 6, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Robert Wilkie, Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs - Casey: We Must Do More to Protect Veterans From Falling Victim to Scam Artists Sen.Tim Scott, ...
Nov. 6, 2019 Letter to Ms. Margaret Everson, Principal Deputy Director, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service - Miss. Lawmakers Press Fish & Wildlife Service to Address Avian Predators Damage to Livestock Aquaculture Production Sen.Tim Scott, ...
Nov. 5, 2019 Timmons Statement on HHS Religious Liberty Announcement Rep.William Timmons
Nov. 5, 2019 Tweet - "Today we celebrate the 51st anniversary of Shirley Chisholm becoming the first Black woman elected to Congress. A few years after her historic win, she ran for president and I was proud to be one of two delegates to vote for her at the 1972 Democratic National Convention." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Nov. 4, 2019 Great News for Faith-Based Child Foster and Adoption Agencies Rep.Ralph Norman
Nov. 1, 2019 Scott praises HHS decision to protect religious liberty in South Carolina Sen.Tim Scott
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