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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
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. 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. 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 - "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
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
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. William Timmons, ...
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. 13, 2019 Lawmakers Call for Justice for La Saline Massacre in Haiti Rep. Joe Wilson, ...
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. 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
Oct. 28, 2019 Tweet - "The nation has lost a defender of Civil Rights, the Congress has lost a founder of the Congressional Black Caucus, and Detroit has lost an advocate of the people. I was proud to call him a friend." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Oct. 27, 2019 Tweet - "One year ago, worshipers at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania fell victim to gun violence, antisemitism and hate. We must combat the gun violence epidemic, and must the dispel the culture of hate that has been rising in this country. #DisarmHate" Rep. Jim Clyburn
Oct. 25, 2019 Tweet - "If we all had as much passion for preserving this democracy as my good friend Elijah did, our country would be a much better place." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Oct. 24, 2019 Tweet - "Congressman Elijah Cummings's legacy can be remembered in two ways: 1. It matters not where you start life, but where you finish. 2. The goodness of people will dictate the greatness of this country. - via @morning_joe" Rep. Jim Clyburn
Oct. 24, 2019 U.S. House Majority Whip James E. Clyburn's Remarks Delivered at The U.S. Capitol Service for Chairman Elijah E. Cummings Rep. Jim Clyburn
Oct. 21, 2019 Tweet - "We're going to miss Elijah Cummings. All of us in this body will stand upon his strong shoulders. Thank you Elijah…thank you." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Oct. 17, 2019 Tweet - "Today we have lost a giant. @RepCummings was a public servant to his core. He served his constituents in Maryland with dignity & grace, while defending our democracy with a sense of duty & steady strength. My thoughts & prayers are with the Cummings family today and always." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Oct. 17, 2019 Clyburn Mourns Passing of Congressman Elijah Cummings Rep. Jim Clyburn
Oct. 1, 2019 Tweet - "Two years ago, a gunman opened fire on innocent concert-goers in Las Vegas, Nevada. As we remember those lives that were lost, we must commit to taking action to stop gun violence, so we can prevent tragedies like these from happening again." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Sept. 17, 2019 Tweet - "Cokie Roberts was a legendary journalist and a pioneer in the media industry. She paved the way for a number of women in news and served as a role model to so many. She will be greatly missed." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Sept. 16, 2019 Tweet - "Happy #HispanicHeritageMonth to all those celebrating in South Carolina & across the country! Hispanic Americans contribute immeasurably to their communities and their pride, patriotism, & accomplishments make our nation more vibrant and prosperous." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Date Title Politician
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
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. 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. 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 - "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
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
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.William Timmons, ...
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. 13, 2019 Lawmakers Call for Justice for La Saline Massacre in Haiti Rep.Joe Wilson, ...
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. 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
Oct. 28, 2019 Tweet - "The nation has lost a defender of Civil Rights, the Congress has lost a founder of the Congressional Black Caucus, and Detroit has lost an advocate of the people. I was proud to call him a friend." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Oct. 27, 2019 Tweet - "One year ago, worshipers at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania fell victim to gun violence, antisemitism and hate. We must combat the gun violence epidemic, and must the dispel the culture of hate that has been rising in this country. #DisarmHate" Rep.Jim Clyburn
Oct. 25, 2019 Tweet - "If we all had as much passion for preserving this democracy as my good friend Elijah did, our country would be a much better place." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Oct. 24, 2019 Tweet - "Congressman Elijah Cummings's legacy can be remembered in two ways: 1. It matters not where you start life, but where you finish. 2. The goodness of people will dictate the greatness of this country. - via @morning_joe" Rep.Jim Clyburn
Oct. 24, 2019 U.S. House Majority Whip James E. Clyburn's Remarks Delivered at The U.S. Capitol Service for Chairman Elijah E. Cummings Rep.Jim Clyburn
Oct. 21, 2019 Tweet - "We're going to miss Elijah Cummings. All of us in this body will stand upon his strong shoulders. Thank you Elijah…thank you." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Oct. 17, 2019 Tweet - "Today we have lost a giant. @RepCummings was a public servant to his core. He served his constituents in Maryland with dignity & grace, while defending our democracy with a sense of duty & steady strength. My thoughts & prayers are with the Cummings family today and always." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Oct. 17, 2019 Clyburn Mourns Passing of Congressman Elijah Cummings Rep.Jim Clyburn
Oct. 1, 2019 Tweet - "Two years ago, a gunman opened fire on innocent concert-goers in Las Vegas, Nevada. As we remember those lives that were lost, we must commit to taking action to stop gun violence, so we can prevent tragedies like these from happening again." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Sept. 17, 2019 Tweet - "Cokie Roberts was a legendary journalist and a pioneer in the media industry. She paved the way for a number of women in news and served as a role model to so many. She will be greatly missed." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Sept. 16, 2019 Tweet - "Happy #HispanicHeritageMonth to all those celebrating in South Carolina & across the country! Hispanic Americans contribute immeasurably to their communities and their pride, patriotism, & accomplishments make our nation more vibrant and prosperous." Rep.Jim Clyburn
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