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Aug. 6, 2020 Tweet - "John Lewis urged us to use our right to vote as the most powerful, nonviolent tool we have in this democratic society. Today, we continue to celebrate his life & the 55th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act. Let's keep making #GoodTrouble & protect voting rights for all." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Aug. 4, 2020 Tweet - "Every time I think of voting, I think of John Lewis. John wanted to pass HR 4, which is now the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Act. We passed it in the House. I hope the Senate will do more than give lip service to John & by their deeds pass the bill." Rep. Jim Clyburn
July 30, 2020 CNN "Erin Burnett Outfront" - Transcript Interview with Jim Clyburn Rep. Jim Clyburn
July 28, 2020 Tweet - "The House unanimously passed the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Act of 2020 yesterday. If Senate leadership and the President want to truly honor John Lewis, they'll pass this bill." Rep. Jim Clyburn
July 27, 2020 CNN "Newsroom" - Interview with James Clyburn Rep. Jim Clyburn
July 27, 2020 Wilson Passes the Commission on the Social Status of Black Men and Boys Act Rep. Jim Clyburn, ...
July 27, 2020 Majority Whip Clyburn Issues Statement Following House Passage of The John R. Lewis Voting Rights Act Rep. Jim Clyburn
July 27, 2020 Tweet - "As we witness the deadly outcomes of interactions between black men and police, we must seek comprehensive reforms that will change this narrative. Police reforms are necessary, but we must also restructure the system that has adversely impacted black men since birth." Rep. Jim Clyburn
July 27, 2020 Majority Whip Clyburn Issues Statement Following House Passage of The John R. Lewis Voting Rights Act Rep. Jim Clyburn
July 27, 2020 Tweet - "It is fitting that today as we memorialize John Lewis in the Capitol Rotunda, we honor his memory by renaming this legislation with which he is so closely identified. Enacting the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Act is the best thing we can do to honor this American hero." Rep. Jim Clyburn
July 27, 2020 Majority Whip Clyburn Issues Statement Following House Passage of The John R. Lewis Voting Rights Act Rep. Jim Clyburn
July 26, 2020 CNN "Newsroom" - Interview with James Clyburn Rep. Jim Clyburn
July 23, 2020 America is A Great Nation Rep. Ralph Norman
July 20, 2020 Letter to Jack Dorsey, Chief Executive Officer of Twitter - @Twitter: We Demand Transparency Now Rep. Ralph Norman, ...
July 19, 2020 CNN "State of the Union with Jake Tapper" - Transcript Interview with James Clyburn Rep. Jim Clyburn
July 19, 2020 Tweet - "Mitch McConnell & the President can demonstrate the real respect for the life & legacy of John Lewis by passing the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Act of 2020 in the Senate & have the President sign it. Let's have our election this year in honor of John Robert Lewis.- @MeetThePress" Rep. Jim Clyburn
July 19, 2020 NBC "Meet the Press" - Transcript Interview with Jim Clyburn Rep. Jim Clyburn
July 18, 2020 Tweet - "I think it's time for us to pass a voting rights act and name it the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Act of 2020. The Senate needs to pass the bill, send it back to the House, then send it on to the President and let deeds demonstrate what they feel rather than their words. - @MSNBC" Rep. Jim Clyburn
July 9, 2020 Tweet - "As we recognize the anniversary of the 14th amendment today, we are witnessing states across this country enact laws that are stripping away the rights of Americans. They are infringing on voting rights, women's rights, worker's rights & much more. It must stop now." Rep. Jim Clyburn
July 8, 2020 Senator Scott and Attorney General Barr have Discussions with Law Enforcement and Community Leaders in South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott, ...
July 2, 2020 Tweet - "The Civil Rights Act of 1964 was key to starting a cascading effect of change across this country. It was not perfect & we still have much progress to make before America's greatness is truly accessible & affordable for all, but we've come a long way toward achieving that goal." Rep. Jim Clyburn
July 2, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State, and the Hon. Steven Mnuchin, Secretary of the Treasury - Lankford Joins Letter on Chinese Government Atrocities in Xinjiang to Administration Officials Rep. Joe Wilson, ...
June 26, 2020 Tweet - "Right now, 700,000 Americans do not have the same representation and protections as every other American in this country. By making D.C. a state, we can finally give residents of the district the rights they rightly deserve. #DCStatehood" Rep. Jim Clyburn
June 17, 2020 JUSTICE Act Introduced in United States Senate Sen. Tim Scott, ...
June 17, 2020 McSally Joins Scott to Introduce Police Reform Bill Sen. Tim Scott, ...
June 16, 2020 CNN "The Situation Room" - Interview with Tim Scott Sen. Tim Scott
June 14, 2020 CNN "State of the Union with Jake Tapper" - Interview with James Clyburn Rep. Jim Clyburn
June 14, 2020 NBC "Meet the Press" - Interview with Tim Scott Sen. Tim Scott
June 13, 2020 CNN "Newsroom" - Interview with James Clyburn Rep. Jim Clyburn
June 12, 2020 CNN "The Lead with Jake Tapper" - Interview with Tim Scott Sen. Tim Scott
June 9, 2020 Tweet - "We need to re-imagine what policing looks like in our country. Police officers must be held accountable for their actions. We must put a permanent end to police brutality. And we must enact structural changes to better protect our communities. #JusticeInPolicing" Rep. Jim Clyburn
June 9, 2020 CNN "Erin Burnett Outfront" - Interview with James Clyburn Rep. Jim Clyburn
June 9, 2020 The Slate - ICYMI -- Whip Clyburn Op-Ed: The Protests Have Exposed the Flaws that We Americans Must Keep Working to Repair Rep. Jim Clyburn
June 8, 2020 Pelosi Remarks at Press Conference Unveiling Congressional Democrats' Justice in Policing Act Rep. Jim Clyburn, ...
June 5, 2020 Health Experts Decry Disparate Impact of Coronavirus Outbreak on Communities of Color Rep. Jim Clyburn
June 3, 2020 Tweet - "There is a lack of accountability in this country when it comes to the killing of Black men and women. How many more videos must we see before we decide enough is enough? We must have justice, now. #BlackLivesMatter" Rep. Jim Clyburn
June 3, 2020 Lankford Joins Colleagues to Introduce Legislation to Create Transparency for Law Enforcement-Related Shootings Sen. Tim Scott, ...
June 2, 2020 CNN "Anderson Cooper 360 Degrees" - Transcript: Interview with James Clyburn Rep. Jim Clyburn
June 1, 2020 Assaults on Our Law Enforcement Officers Rep. Ralph Norman
May 30, 2020 We Need Actionable Answers Rep. Ralph Norman
May 29, 2020 CNN "Erin Burnett Outfront" - Interview with James Clyburn Rep. Jim Clyburn
May 29, 2020 Tweet - "Derek Chauvin did not act alone. When George Floyd laid on the ground, crying out for his life, it was not one, not two, but three cops who kept their knees on him, snuffing out his life as a fourth stood by and watched. Everyone involved must be brought to justice immediately." Rep. Jim Clyburn
May 14, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mark Esper - Collins, Lamborn Urge DoD to Protect Religious Liberty in the Midst of COVID-19 Rep. Ralph Norman, ...
May 12, 2020 Warner Joins Colleagues in Introducing VoteSafe Act Rep. Jim Clyburn, ...
April 16, 2020 Tweet - "Longstanding health disparities & socioeconomic barriers have placed Black Americans at a higher risk for contracting & dying from COVID-19. As we work to eradicate this virus, we must also work to eradicate this inequality & its lethal consequences." Rep. Jim Clyburn
April 7, 2020 Letter to Alex Azar, Secretary of the Dept. of Health and Human Services - Scott Sends Letter to HHS Regarding Reporting On Racial Disparities And Coronavirus Sen. Tim Scott
March 31, 2020 Tweet - "Equal work should mean equal pay, period. We depend on our workers now more than ever before, and we ought to make sure they're paid equally, regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or any other factor. #EqualPayDay" Rep. Jim Clyburn
March 24, 2020 Letter to William Barr, Attorney General of the Department of Justice - ICYMI: Duncan, Colleagues Inquire on Troubling Police State Power Requests Rep. Ralph Norman, ...
March 11, 2020 Tweet - "Today, the House joined the Senate in voting to affirm that the President can't go to war w/ Iran w/o authorization from Congress. The Constitution is clear--only Congress has the power to declare war. The President must uphold the Constitution & sign this legislation into law." Rep. Jim Clyburn
March 7, 2020 Tweet - "55 years ago, a brave group of people, including my friend @RepJohnLewis , were attacked on Edmund Pettus Bridge in Selma, Alabama while marching for voting rights. They stood up for what they believed in. Today, we continue to stand up in pursuit of equal rights for all." Rep. Jim Clyburn
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. 13, 2020 Tweet - "Yet again this President is undermining the Constitution by diverting military funding appropriated by Congress for his unnecessary border wall. This country doesn't need more walls & it certainly doesn't need a President who steals from his own military." Rep. Jim Clyburn
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. 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. 29, 2020 Rep. Norman Issues Statement on H.R. 943 Vote Rep. Ralph Norman
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. 3, 2020 Tweet - "The President's unilateral action places our country at greater risk with no evidence of a strategy. His failure to even consult Congress--entrusted by the Constitution to authorize military force--is alarming. Congress must uphold our responsibility to protect national security." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Dec. 18, 2019 Tweet - "I rise today and reflect upon our oath of office to 'support and defend the Constitution, against all enemies foreign and domestic.' It is my sincere belief that under the circumstances that bring us here today, there is only one path for us to take to fulfill that oath." 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. 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 - "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 - "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. 5, 2019 Tweet - "If these activities are not impeachable, then we ought to amend the Constitution of the United States & get rid of impeachment altogether. We are witnessing a time in history that calls for true patriots to stand up in defense of this country & its values. #DefendOurDemocracy" 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
Oct. 9, 2019 Tweet - "This President is not above the law. His refusal to comply with House subpoenas in our impeachment inquiry is another unlawful attempt to hide the facts. He's betraying the constitution, abusing his power, and threatening our national security. He will be held accountable." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Oct. 8, 2019 Tweet - "#LGBTQ rights are human rights. #LGBTQ rights are civil rights. Every American should be able to work in this country without fear of being fired simply for who they are or who they love. #RiseUpOct8" Rep. Jim Clyburn
Sept. 27, 2019 Tweet - "This president's attempt to strip funds from our military in order to fund his ineffective, wasteful border wall makes America less safe, disrespects military families, & dishonors the Constitution. We must terminate his executive order & return those funds to the military." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Sept. 24, 2019 U.S. House Whip Clyburn Supports Impeachment Inquiry Rep. Jim Clyburn
Sept. 5, 2019 Tweet - "The President's decision to steal money from the military for his ineffective, wasteful border wall is a violation of the Constitution and undermines America's safety and the military's morale. The House will continue to fight this egregious abuse of power." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Sept. 2, 2019 Tweet - "Today we pay tribute to the many amazing contributions that hard-working Americans have made to this great country. We must never stop fighting for the rights of all workers. Wishing everyone a safe and happy Labor Day." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Aug. 22, 2019 Tweet - "Due to the wage gap, black women lose about $946,120 over a 40-year career. We must go beyond the hashtag and take concrete action to strengthen equal pay protections and combat discriminatory pay practices. It's time to #PayBlackWomen." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Date Title Politician
Aug. 6, 2020 Tweet - "John Lewis urged us to use our right to vote as the most powerful, nonviolent tool we have in this democratic society. Today, we continue to celebrate his life & the 55th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act. Let's keep making #GoodTrouble & protect voting rights for all." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Aug. 4, 2020 Tweet - "Every time I think of voting, I think of John Lewis. John wanted to pass HR 4, which is now the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Act. We passed it in the House. I hope the Senate will do more than give lip service to John & by their deeds pass the bill." Rep.Jim Clyburn
July 30, 2020 CNN "Erin Burnett Outfront" - Transcript Interview with Jim Clyburn Rep.Jim Clyburn
July 28, 2020 Tweet - "The House unanimously passed the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Act of 2020 yesterday. If Senate leadership and the President want to truly honor John Lewis, they'll pass this bill." Rep.Jim Clyburn
July 27, 2020 CNN "Newsroom" - Interview with James Clyburn Rep.Jim Clyburn
July 27, 2020 Wilson Passes the Commission on the Social Status of Black Men and Boys Act Rep.Jim Clyburn, ...
July 27, 2020 Majority Whip Clyburn Issues Statement Following House Passage of The John R. Lewis Voting Rights Act Rep.Jim Clyburn
July 27, 2020 Tweet - "As we witness the deadly outcomes of interactions between black men and police, we must seek comprehensive reforms that will change this narrative. Police reforms are necessary, but we must also restructure the system that has adversely impacted black men since birth." Rep.Jim Clyburn
July 27, 2020 Majority Whip Clyburn Issues Statement Following House Passage of The John R. Lewis Voting Rights Act Rep.Jim Clyburn
July 27, 2020 Tweet - "It is fitting that today as we memorialize John Lewis in the Capitol Rotunda, we honor his memory by renaming this legislation with which he is so closely identified. Enacting the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Act is the best thing we can do to honor this American hero." Rep.Jim Clyburn
July 27, 2020 Majority Whip Clyburn Issues Statement Following House Passage of The John R. Lewis Voting Rights Act Rep.Jim Clyburn
July 26, 2020 CNN "Newsroom" - Interview with James Clyburn Rep.Jim Clyburn
July 23, 2020 America is A Great Nation Rep.Ralph Norman
July 20, 2020 Letter to Jack Dorsey, Chief Executive Officer of Twitter - @Twitter: We Demand Transparency Now Rep.Ralph Norman, ...
July 19, 2020 CNN "State of the Union with Jake Tapper" - Transcript Interview with James Clyburn Rep.Jim Clyburn
July 19, 2020 Tweet - "Mitch McConnell & the President can demonstrate the real respect for the life & legacy of John Lewis by passing the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Act of 2020 in the Senate & have the President sign it. Let's have our election this year in honor of John Robert Lewis.- @MeetThePress" Rep.Jim Clyburn
July 19, 2020 NBC "Meet the Press" - Transcript Interview with Jim Clyburn Rep.Jim Clyburn
July 18, 2020 Tweet - "I think it's time for us to pass a voting rights act and name it the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Act of 2020. The Senate needs to pass the bill, send it back to the House, then send it on to the President and let deeds demonstrate what they feel rather than their words. - @MSNBC" Rep.Jim Clyburn
July 9, 2020 Tweet - "As we recognize the anniversary of the 14th amendment today, we are witnessing states across this country enact laws that are stripping away the rights of Americans. They are infringing on voting rights, women's rights, worker's rights & much more. It must stop now." Rep.Jim Clyburn
July 8, 2020 Senator Scott and Attorney General Barr have Discussions with Law Enforcement and Community Leaders in South Carolina Sen.Tim Scott, ...
July 2, 2020 Tweet - "The Civil Rights Act of 1964 was key to starting a cascading effect of change across this country. It was not perfect & we still have much progress to make before America's greatness is truly accessible & affordable for all, but we've come a long way toward achieving that goal." Rep.Jim Clyburn
July 2, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State, and the Hon. Steven Mnuchin, Secretary of the Treasury - Lankford Joins Letter on Chinese Government Atrocities in Xinjiang to Administration Officials Rep.Joe Wilson, ...
June 26, 2020 Tweet - "Right now, 700,000 Americans do not have the same representation and protections as every other American in this country. By making D.C. a state, we can finally give residents of the district the rights they rightly deserve. #DCStatehood" Rep.Jim Clyburn
June 17, 2020 JUSTICE Act Introduced in United States Senate Sen.Tim Scott, ...
June 17, 2020 McSally Joins Scott to Introduce Police Reform Bill Sen.Tim Scott, ...
June 16, 2020 CNN "The Situation Room" - Interview with Tim Scott Sen.Tim Scott
June 14, 2020 CNN "State of the Union with Jake Tapper" - Interview with James Clyburn Rep.Jim Clyburn
June 14, 2020 NBC "Meet the Press" - Interview with Tim Scott Sen.Tim Scott
June 13, 2020 CNN "Newsroom" - Interview with James Clyburn Rep.Jim Clyburn
June 12, 2020 CNN "The Lead with Jake Tapper" - Interview with Tim Scott Sen.Tim Scott
June 9, 2020 Tweet - "We need to re-imagine what policing looks like in our country. Police officers must be held accountable for their actions. We must put a permanent end to police brutality. And we must enact structural changes to better protect our communities. #JusticeInPolicing" Rep.Jim Clyburn
June 9, 2020 CNN "Erin Burnett Outfront" - Interview with James Clyburn Rep.Jim Clyburn
June 9, 2020 The Slate - ICYMI -- Whip Clyburn Op-Ed: The Protests Have Exposed the Flaws that We Americans Must Keep Working to Repair Rep.Jim Clyburn
June 8, 2020 Pelosi Remarks at Press Conference Unveiling Congressional Democrats' Justice in Policing Act Rep.Jim Clyburn, ...
June 5, 2020 Health Experts Decry Disparate Impact of Coronavirus Outbreak on Communities of Color Rep.Jim Clyburn
June 3, 2020 Tweet - "There is a lack of accountability in this country when it comes to the killing of Black men and women. How many more videos must we see before we decide enough is enough? We must have justice, now. #BlackLivesMatter" Rep.Jim Clyburn
June 3, 2020 Lankford Joins Colleagues to Introduce Legislation to Create Transparency for Law Enforcement-Related Shootings Sen.Tim Scott, ...
June 2, 2020 CNN "Anderson Cooper 360 Degrees" - Transcript: Interview with James Clyburn Rep.Jim Clyburn
June 1, 2020 Assaults on Our Law Enforcement Officers Rep.Ralph Norman
May 30, 2020 We Need Actionable Answers Rep.Ralph Norman
May 29, 2020 CNN "Erin Burnett Outfront" - Interview with James Clyburn Rep.Jim Clyburn
May 29, 2020 Tweet - "Derek Chauvin did not act alone. When George Floyd laid on the ground, crying out for his life, it was not one, not two, but three cops who kept their knees on him, snuffing out his life as a fourth stood by and watched. Everyone involved must be brought to justice immediately." Rep.Jim Clyburn
May 14, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mark Esper - Collins, Lamborn Urge DoD to Protect Religious Liberty in the Midst of COVID-19 Rep.Ralph Norman, ...
May 12, 2020 Warner Joins Colleagues in Introducing VoteSafe Act Rep.Jim Clyburn, ...
April 16, 2020 Tweet - "Longstanding health disparities & socioeconomic barriers have placed Black Americans at a higher risk for contracting & dying from COVID-19. As we work to eradicate this virus, we must also work to eradicate this inequality & its lethal consequences." Rep.Jim Clyburn
April 7, 2020 Letter to Alex Azar, Secretary of the Dept. of Health and Human Services - Scott Sends Letter to HHS Regarding Reporting On Racial Disparities And Coronavirus Sen.Tim Scott
March 31, 2020 Tweet - "Equal work should mean equal pay, period. We depend on our workers now more than ever before, and we ought to make sure they're paid equally, regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or any other factor. #EqualPayDay" Rep.Jim Clyburn
March 24, 2020 Letter to William Barr, Attorney General of the Department of Justice - ICYMI: Duncan, Colleagues Inquire on Troubling Police State Power Requests Rep.Ralph Norman, ...
March 11, 2020 Tweet - "Today, the House joined the Senate in voting to affirm that the President can't go to war w/ Iran w/o authorization from Congress. The Constitution is clear--only Congress has the power to declare war. The President must uphold the Constitution & sign this legislation into law." Rep.Jim Clyburn
March 7, 2020 Tweet - "55 years ago, a brave group of people, including my friend @RepJohnLewis , were attacked on Edmund Pettus Bridge in Selma, Alabama while marching for voting rights. They stood up for what they believed in. Today, we continue to stand up in pursuit of equal rights for all." Rep.Jim Clyburn
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. 13, 2020 Tweet - "Yet again this President is undermining the Constitution by diverting military funding appropriated by Congress for his unnecessary border wall. This country doesn't need more walls & it certainly doesn't need a President who steals from his own military." Rep.Jim Clyburn
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. 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. 29, 2020 Rep. Norman Issues Statement on H.R. 943 Vote Rep.Ralph Norman
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. 3, 2020 Tweet - "The President's unilateral action places our country at greater risk with no evidence of a strategy. His failure to even consult Congress--entrusted by the Constitution to authorize military force--is alarming. Congress must uphold our responsibility to protect national security." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Dec. 18, 2019 Tweet - "I rise today and reflect upon our oath of office to 'support and defend the Constitution, against all enemies foreign and domestic.' It is my sincere belief that under the circumstances that bring us here today, there is only one path for us to take to fulfill that oath." 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. 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 - "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 - "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. 5, 2019 Tweet - "If these activities are not impeachable, then we ought to amend the Constitution of the United States & get rid of impeachment altogether. We are witnessing a time in history that calls for true patriots to stand up in defense of this country & its values. #DefendOurDemocracy" 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
Oct. 9, 2019 Tweet - "This President is not above the law. His refusal to comply with House subpoenas in our impeachment inquiry is another unlawful attempt to hide the facts. He's betraying the constitution, abusing his power, and threatening our national security. He will be held accountable." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Oct. 8, 2019 Tweet - "#LGBTQ rights are human rights. #LGBTQ rights are civil rights. Every American should be able to work in this country without fear of being fired simply for who they are or who they love. #RiseUpOct8" Rep.Jim Clyburn
Sept. 27, 2019 Tweet - "This president's attempt to strip funds from our military in order to fund his ineffective, wasteful border wall makes America less safe, disrespects military families, & dishonors the Constitution. We must terminate his executive order & return those funds to the military." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Sept. 24, 2019 U.S. House Whip Clyburn Supports Impeachment Inquiry Rep.Jim Clyburn
Sept. 5, 2019 Tweet - "The President's decision to steal money from the military for his ineffective, wasteful border wall is a violation of the Constitution and undermines America's safety and the military's morale. The House will continue to fight this egregious abuse of power." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Sept. 2, 2019 Tweet - "Today we pay tribute to the many amazing contributions that hard-working Americans have made to this great country. We must never stop fighting for the rights of all workers. Wishing everyone a safe and happy Labor Day." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Aug. 22, 2019 Tweet - "Due to the wage gap, black women lose about $946,120 over a 40-year career. We must go beyond the hashtag and take concrete action to strengthen equal pay protections and combat discriminatory pay practices. It's time to #PayBlackWomen." Rep.Jim Clyburn
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