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Oct. 5, 2018 Tweet - "I'm headed to the Senate floor to vote NO on Kavanaugh. -PM" Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 5, 2018 Tweet - "Proud to see people in WA march & make their voices heard against Judge Kavanaugh's nomination--we need your energy now more than ever, so don't give up the fight. #BelieveWomen" Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 5, 2018 Tweet - "Dr. Ford is not alone. Senators will hear from people in their own states who've come forward because Dr. Ford did. To everyone who has a story, DO NOT be silent--that is not how we win this for the future. We believe you." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 5, 2018 Tweet - "I have heard too many people--including the President--dismiss Dr. Ford. What does it say to young girls in high school & college? What message does it say to young men? I don't want my grandchildren to hear that message. I want my country to be better than that." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 5, 2018 Tweet - "I watched the Senate fail the Anita Hill test in 1991, & watched Dr. Ford's testimony last week w tears in my eyes. I'm fearful elevating Judge Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court will send women, men, & other survivors the wrong message." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 5, 2018 Tweet - "This is not over yet. Though the Republican leadership is dead set on jamming this nomination through, we must keep speaking up for what's right. The stakes are too high to be silent. --PM" Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 5, 2018 Tweet - "I saw the FBI report, and it's very clear that Senate Republican leaders & President Trump didn't allow a full and thorough investigation. This was rigged from the start to protect Judge Kavanaugh." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 5, 2018 Tweet - "What inspires me is the women running across the country today. We want something better for our young daughters. We don't want the message sent to them that they cannot share their story. We don't want the message to our sons be that they can get away with this." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 4, 2018 Cantwell Statement Following Release of FBI Report Sen. Maria Cantwell
Oct. 4, 2018 Letter to President Donald Trump - CPC Urges Withdrawal of Judge Kavanaugh's Nomination and Vows to Exercise House Oversight on Perjury Allegations Rep. Adam Smith, ...
Oct. 4, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State - Defazio, Lee, Jones Demand Trump Administration Provide Documentation Justifying Continued Us Involvement in Yemeni Civil War Rep. Pramila Jayapal, ...
Oct. 4, 2018 PBS "News Hour" - Transcript: Sen. Murray: Confirming Kavanaugh Will Tell Women to Keep Quiet Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 4, 2018 Tweet - "If this does end up being jammed through, it would eliminate any trust people have in Senate GOP leaders--it would cause tremendous anger & backlash across the country from those who are shocked to see the voices of women & survivors ignored like this." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 4, 2018 Tweet - "This isn't a partisan issue--it's common sense. Like so many people watching last week's hearing, I was shocked by Judge Kavanaugh's rage, anger, & condescension. And I know President Trump loved Judge Kavanaugh's performance & it inspired him to openly mock & attack Dr. Ford." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 4, 2018 Tweet - "I ran for the Senate after what happened to Anita Hill in 1991--and I'm confident that if women and their voices are disrespected once again, we're going to see a wave of anger, frustration, and activism that makes 1992 look like a ripple. We still have time to do this right." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 4, 2018 Letter to the 115th Congress - Call for Sweeping Reform Bill Rep. Kim Schrier, ...
Oct. 4, 2018 Tweet - "Based on everything I know about the allegations made against Judge Kavanaugh--he should not be confirmed & be in a position to make decisions on the Supreme Court that impact women & families. He testified under oath--and made claims that simply defy belief & were contradicted." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 4, 2018 Tweet - "We've heard from other women--Ms. Ramirez, Ms. Swetnick--with their own experiences. They should be listened to, they should be heard, we should presume they are telling the truth. #BelieveSurvivors" Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 4, 2018 Tweet - "It was an honor to meet the brave @AnaMariaArchil2 who is continuing to fight against the Supreme Court nomination of Judge Kavanaugh and who showed courage when it was needed the most. #BelieveSurvivors" Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 4, 2018 Tweet - "This was rigged from the start to protect Judge Kavanaugh. Dr. Ford wasn't interviewed despite her repeated requests. We know Judge Kavanaugh wasn't questioned again. We've heard from so many other witnesses who were desperate to talk to the FBI were never even contacted." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 4, 2018 Tweet - "I can say that absolutely nothing I saw in the FBI report makes me believe Dr. Ford any less--I'm even more concerned about what we weren't able to see because the investigation was limited. Once again, the voices of women & their experiences have been silenced & pushed aside." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 4, 2018 Tweet - "This morning, I went in for a briefing on the new FBI investigation and it was very clear that Senate Republican leaders & President Trump cut the FBI off and refused to allow them to conduct the comprehensive and thorough investigation promised to Democrats and Republicans." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 4, 2018 Tweet - "I urge my colleagues to vote NO and STOP this mad dash to a rushed confirmation. I believe Dr. Ford. She has no reason to lie. She was brave & real. Her memories & fear are heartbreaking. Millions of people watched her--and many women & survivors were inspired by her bravery." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 4, 2018 Tweet - "This process was rigged to protect Judge Kavanaugh & prevent the FBI from conducting a thorough investigation. If this ends up being jammed through, there will be tremendous anger & backlash from women & survivors across the country." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 4, 2018 Senator Murray on Rushed, Limited FBI Investigation of Judge Kavanaugh: "Once again, the voices of women and their experiences have been silenced and pushed aside" Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 4, 2018 Tweet - "Judge Kavanaugh has clearly shown that he does not have the temperament or credibility to serve on the Supreme Court--and we believe Dr. Ford. Keep speaking out. Keep sharing your stories. We need to get this right and we cannot rush this to a finish. #BelieveSurvivors" Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 4, 2018 Executive Session Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 3, 2018 After Secretary DeVos Forced to Delay Attacks on Student Protections, Senator Murray Vows to "Keep Fighting to Stop the Department In Its Tracks" Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 3, 2018 Cantwell Secures Win for Walla Walla, Other Washington Airports in FAA Bill Sen. Maria Cantwell
Oct. 3, 2018 Cantwell Secures Important Wins for Washington State Travelers, Airports in FAA Reauthorization Bill Sen. Maria Cantwell
Oct. 3, 2018 Cantwell Provisions to Combat Opioid Epidemic Head to President's Desk Sen. Maria Cantwell
Oct. 3, 2018 Key Consumer Protections Pass as Part of Cantwell FAA Reauthorization Bill Sen. Maria Cantwell
Oct. 3, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Mick Mulvaney, Director of the Office of Management and Budget - Explain Vetting Process of Political Appointees after Racist and Sexist Blog Post Surfaces Sen. Maria Cantwell, ...
Oct. 3, 2018 Tweet - "A school may look like it is succeeding--even if all the African-American students or students with disabilities are falling behind, for example. Our federal education law should be focused on students, not solely on making states' lives easier." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 3, 2018 Tweet - "Across the country, women & survivors are angry, they are energized, & they are making their voices heard. From Seqium to Everett to the Olympic Peninsula--women from all over my home state of WA are sharing stories of often the worst moments of their lives. #BelieveSurvivors" Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 3, 2018 Tweet - "The first years of a child's life are critical and that's why I'm proud to keep fighting to make sure that high-quality, affordable child care is available to all families. #ChildCare4All" Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 3, 2018 Tweet - "Last night, President Trump stood on a stage and openly mocked Dr. Ford for not remembering some details of what she has described as the most traumatic event of her life. It was disgusting. Dr. Ford isn't "mixed up" and we won't "plow right through this." #BelieveSurvivors" Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 3, 2018 Tweet - "I've received tens of thousands of letters and calls on the nomination of Judge Kavanaugh--with hundreds of personal stories that my staff and I are still working to get through. They are heartbreaking. They are real. They are one small slice of the experiences being shared." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 3, 2018 Tweet - "It's reported that the WH is doing everything they can to limit the FBI investigation that they assured us would be thorough. Will the Senate do its job--or will we allow politics to take over & rush this through before our job is complete?" Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 3, 2018 Tweet - "Dr. Ford testified under oath--I was moved by her honesty, how real she was, her pain, and her commitment to her "civic duty." I believe her. Judge Kavanaugh testified under oath--angry, defensive, aggrieved, and acted as if he is owed a seat on the Supreme Court." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 3, 2018 Indian Affairs Committee Passes Bipartisan Murray, Cantwell Legislation to Repeal Outdated 1834 Ban on Distilleries on Tribal Land Sen. Patty Murray, ...
Oct. 3, 2018 Letter to President Donald Trump - Methane Emissions Rule Rep. Adam Smith, ...
Oct. 2, 2018 Letter to US Senators - Oppose Kavanaugh's Supreme Court Nomination, Citing Threat to Women's Health Rep. Suzan DelBene, ...
Oct. 2, 2018 Cantwell Secures Major Win for Outdoor Recreation & Conservation, Land and Water Conservation Fund Heads to Senate Floor Sen. Maria Cantwell
Oct. 2, 2018 Cantwell Bill to Modernize Firefighting Technology Passes Committee Sen. Maria Cantwell
Oct. 2, 2018 Tweet - "This shouldn't be partisan and it should be common sense: we must have a full, robust, & fair investigation." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 2, 2018 Tweet - "Let's make sure that we have all the facts--let's make sure we get this right." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 2, 2018 Tweet - "Once again, President Trump is putting profits ahead of the health of people and families." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 2, 2018 Tweet - "President Trump is pushing junk plans to undermine health care for millions of people and give insurance companies more power to eliminate protections for patients with pre-existing conditions." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 2, 2018 Tweet - "The overwhelming majority of Americans didn't need a report to know Trump's family separation policy was inhumane, shameful, and wrong. But the details in here are truly awful. People must be held accountable." Sen. Patty Murray
Date Title Politician
Oct. 5, 2018 Tweet - "I'm headed to the Senate floor to vote NO on Kavanaugh. -PM" Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 5, 2018 Tweet - "Proud to see people in WA march & make their voices heard against Judge Kavanaugh's nomination--we need your energy now more than ever, so don't give up the fight. #BelieveWomen" Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 5, 2018 Tweet - "Dr. Ford is not alone. Senators will hear from people in their own states who've come forward because Dr. Ford did. To everyone who has a story, DO NOT be silent--that is not how we win this for the future. We believe you." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 5, 2018 Tweet - "I have heard too many people--including the President--dismiss Dr. Ford. What does it say to young girls in high school & college? What message does it say to young men? I don't want my grandchildren to hear that message. I want my country to be better than that." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 5, 2018 Tweet - "I watched the Senate fail the Anita Hill test in 1991, & watched Dr. Ford's testimony last week w tears in my eyes. I'm fearful elevating Judge Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court will send women, men, & other survivors the wrong message." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 5, 2018 Tweet - "This is not over yet. Though the Republican leadership is dead set on jamming this nomination through, we must keep speaking up for what's right. The stakes are too high to be silent. --PM" Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 5, 2018 Tweet - "I saw the FBI report, and it's very clear that Senate Republican leaders & President Trump didn't allow a full and thorough investigation. This was rigged from the start to protect Judge Kavanaugh." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 5, 2018 Tweet - "What inspires me is the women running across the country today. We want something better for our young daughters. We don't want the message sent to them that they cannot share their story. We don't want the message to our sons be that they can get away with this." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 4, 2018 Cantwell Statement Following Release of FBI Report Sen.Maria Cantwell
Oct. 4, 2018 Letter to President Donald Trump - CPC Urges Withdrawal of Judge Kavanaugh's Nomination and Vows to Exercise House Oversight on Perjury Allegations Rep.Adam Smith, ...
Oct. 4, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State - Defazio, Lee, Jones Demand Trump Administration Provide Documentation Justifying Continued Us Involvement in Yemeni Civil War Rep.Pramila Jayapal, ...
Oct. 4, 2018 PBS "News Hour" - Transcript: Sen. Murray: Confirming Kavanaugh Will Tell Women to Keep Quiet Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 4, 2018 Tweet - "If this does end up being jammed through, it would eliminate any trust people have in Senate GOP leaders--it would cause tremendous anger & backlash across the country from those who are shocked to see the voices of women & survivors ignored like this." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 4, 2018 Tweet - "This isn't a partisan issue--it's common sense. Like so many people watching last week's hearing, I was shocked by Judge Kavanaugh's rage, anger, & condescension. And I know President Trump loved Judge Kavanaugh's performance & it inspired him to openly mock & attack Dr. Ford." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 4, 2018 Tweet - "I ran for the Senate after what happened to Anita Hill in 1991--and I'm confident that if women and their voices are disrespected once again, we're going to see a wave of anger, frustration, and activism that makes 1992 look like a ripple. We still have time to do this right." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 4, 2018 Letter to the 115th Congress - Call for Sweeping Reform Bill Rep.Kim Schrier, ...
Oct. 4, 2018 Tweet - "Based on everything I know about the allegations made against Judge Kavanaugh--he should not be confirmed & be in a position to make decisions on the Supreme Court that impact women & families. He testified under oath--and made claims that simply defy belief & were contradicted." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 4, 2018 Tweet - "We've heard from other women--Ms. Ramirez, Ms. Swetnick--with their own experiences. They should be listened to, they should be heard, we should presume they are telling the truth. #BelieveSurvivors" Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 4, 2018 Tweet - "It was an honor to meet the brave @AnaMariaArchil2 who is continuing to fight against the Supreme Court nomination of Judge Kavanaugh and who showed courage when it was needed the most. #BelieveSurvivors" Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 4, 2018 Tweet - "This was rigged from the start to protect Judge Kavanaugh. Dr. Ford wasn't interviewed despite her repeated requests. We know Judge Kavanaugh wasn't questioned again. We've heard from so many other witnesses who were desperate to talk to the FBI were never even contacted." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 4, 2018 Tweet - "I can say that absolutely nothing I saw in the FBI report makes me believe Dr. Ford any less--I'm even more concerned about what we weren't able to see because the investigation was limited. Once again, the voices of women & their experiences have been silenced & pushed aside." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 4, 2018 Tweet - "This morning, I went in for a briefing on the new FBI investigation and it was very clear that Senate Republican leaders & President Trump cut the FBI off and refused to allow them to conduct the comprehensive and thorough investigation promised to Democrats and Republicans." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 4, 2018 Tweet - "I urge my colleagues to vote NO and STOP this mad dash to a rushed confirmation. I believe Dr. Ford. She has no reason to lie. She was brave & real. Her memories & fear are heartbreaking. Millions of people watched her--and many women & survivors were inspired by her bravery." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 4, 2018 Tweet - "This process was rigged to protect Judge Kavanaugh & prevent the FBI from conducting a thorough investigation. If this ends up being jammed through, there will be tremendous anger & backlash from women & survivors across the country." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 4, 2018 Senator Murray on Rushed, Limited FBI Investigation of Judge Kavanaugh: "Once again, the voices of women and their experiences have been silenced and pushed aside" Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 4, 2018 Tweet - "Judge Kavanaugh has clearly shown that he does not have the temperament or credibility to serve on the Supreme Court--and we believe Dr. Ford. Keep speaking out. Keep sharing your stories. We need to get this right and we cannot rush this to a finish. #BelieveSurvivors" Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 4, 2018 Executive Session Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 3, 2018 After Secretary DeVos Forced to Delay Attacks on Student Protections, Senator Murray Vows to "Keep Fighting to Stop the Department In Its Tracks" Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 3, 2018 Cantwell Secures Win for Walla Walla, Other Washington Airports in FAA Bill Sen.Maria Cantwell
Oct. 3, 2018 Cantwell Secures Important Wins for Washington State Travelers, Airports in FAA Reauthorization Bill Sen.Maria Cantwell
Oct. 3, 2018 Cantwell Provisions to Combat Opioid Epidemic Head to President's Desk Sen.Maria Cantwell
Oct. 3, 2018 Key Consumer Protections Pass as Part of Cantwell FAA Reauthorization Bill Sen.Maria Cantwell
Oct. 3, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Mick Mulvaney, Director of the Office of Management and Budget - Explain Vetting Process of Political Appointees after Racist and Sexist Blog Post Surfaces Sen.Maria Cantwell, ...
Oct. 3, 2018 Tweet - "A school may look like it is succeeding--even if all the African-American students or students with disabilities are falling behind, for example. Our federal education law should be focused on students, not solely on making states' lives easier." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 3, 2018 Tweet - "Across the country, women & survivors are angry, they are energized, & they are making their voices heard. From Seqium to Everett to the Olympic Peninsula--women from all over my home state of WA are sharing stories of often the worst moments of their lives. #BelieveSurvivors" Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 3, 2018 Tweet - "The first years of a child's life are critical and that's why I'm proud to keep fighting to make sure that high-quality, affordable child care is available to all families. #ChildCare4All" Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 3, 2018 Tweet - "Last night, President Trump stood on a stage and openly mocked Dr. Ford for not remembering some details of what she has described as the most traumatic event of her life. It was disgusting. Dr. Ford isn't "mixed up" and we won't "plow right through this." #BelieveSurvivors" Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 3, 2018 Tweet - "I've received tens of thousands of letters and calls on the nomination of Judge Kavanaugh--with hundreds of personal stories that my staff and I are still working to get through. They are heartbreaking. They are real. They are one small slice of the experiences being shared." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 3, 2018 Tweet - "It's reported that the WH is doing everything they can to limit the FBI investigation that they assured us would be thorough. Will the Senate do its job--or will we allow politics to take over & rush this through before our job is complete?" Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 3, 2018 Tweet - "Dr. Ford testified under oath--I was moved by her honesty, how real she was, her pain, and her commitment to her "civic duty." I believe her. Judge Kavanaugh testified under oath--angry, defensive, aggrieved, and acted as if he is owed a seat on the Supreme Court." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 3, 2018 Indian Affairs Committee Passes Bipartisan Murray, Cantwell Legislation to Repeal Outdated 1834 Ban on Distilleries on Tribal Land Sen.Patty Murray, ...
Oct. 3, 2018 Letter to President Donald Trump - Methane Emissions Rule Rep.Adam Smith, ...
Oct. 2, 2018 Letter to US Senators - Oppose Kavanaugh's Supreme Court Nomination, Citing Threat to Women's Health Rep.Suzan DelBene, ...
Oct. 2, 2018 Cantwell Secures Major Win for Outdoor Recreation & Conservation, Land and Water Conservation Fund Heads to Senate Floor Sen.Maria Cantwell
Oct. 2, 2018 Cantwell Bill to Modernize Firefighting Technology Passes Committee Sen.Maria Cantwell
Oct. 2, 2018 Tweet - "This shouldn't be partisan and it should be common sense: we must have a full, robust, & fair investigation." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 2, 2018 Tweet - "Let's make sure that we have all the facts--let's make sure we get this right." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 2, 2018 Tweet - "Once again, President Trump is putting profits ahead of the health of people and families." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 2, 2018 Tweet - "President Trump is pushing junk plans to undermine health care for millions of people and give insurance companies more power to eliminate protections for patients with pre-existing conditions." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 2, 2018 Tweet - "The overwhelming majority of Americans didn't need a report to know Trump's family separation policy was inhumane, shameful, and wrong. But the details in here are truly awful. People must be held accountable." Sen.Patty Murray
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