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Oct. 9, 2018 Tweet - "Strengthening our partnership with WA state's indigenous communities is critical to Tribal members who rely on the energy produced through the use of Tribal lands. There is still work to be done, but this is a great step in the right direction." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 9, 2018 Smith's Bipartisan BUILD Act Signed Into Law Rep. Adam Smith
Oct. 9, 2018 Tweet - "27 years ago I watched the Anita Hill hearings & got so mad that I ran for the Senate--and won. I'm confident that there are women & girls who watched the Senate these past two weeks, will channel that anger, & join me in Congress in the years ahead." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 9, 2018 Tweet - "The Spokane Equitable Compensation Act is a significant step toward ensuring the federal government is making good on its promises to tribes in WA state. I look forward to fighting alongside @SenatorCantwell to get this bill across the finish line." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 9, 2018 Tweet - "The confirmation of Judge Kavanaugh has made me disappointed, frustrated, & angry--but I'm more motivated than ever to keep fighting for the people & families that I represent in WA state & for the entire country." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 9, 2018 Tweet - "The Spokane Equitable Compensation Act is the right step towards resolving the long-standing injustice to WA state tribes. I'm proud to be a part of this legislation & I look forward to working on getting this passed in Congress with @SenatorCantwell." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 9, 2018 Tweet - "I'm going to keep fighting. For the country I want to live in. For the country I want for my granddaughters & all our grandkids. A country where women are believed." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 9, 2018 Tweet - "With Judge Kavanaugh's conirmation, Senate GOP have again failed women & survivors, abdicated the Senate's advice & consent role, and undermined confidence in the Supreme Court." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 9, 2018 Tweet - "We are making progress. We may not feel it every day, but we are. Don't give up. Don't give in. Don't think your voice doesn't matter." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 9, 2018 Tweet - "Your voices DO matter. Your experiences DO matter. We believe you. Please don't give up & don't stay quiet. With every new voice that breaks from the silence--we make progress. It makes a difference." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 9, 2018 Tweet - "When the Senate failed Anita Hill & confirmed Justice Thomas in 1991, I got mad, I ran for Senate, I wouldn't let anyone tell me I had no shot--and I won. Be angry. Organize. Put some more cracks in the wall--today, tomorrow, & for the fight ahead." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 8, 2018 Tweet - "Re-upping this moment from Friday's @maddow show--even in times like these when it seems we haven't come very far, we must remember the long road we've traveled & know that progress is still possible:" Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 7, 2018 Tweet - "In light of yesterday's vote, a reminder from Friday's @maddow show: We are not going to sit at home, be quiet, & just let this happen. We're not going back to our houses. We are not giving up this fight." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 6, 2018 Senator Murray's Statement on Judge Kavanaugh's Confirmation to the Supreme Court Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 6, 2018 Newhouse Applauds Senate Confirmation of Kavanaugh Rep. Dan Newhouse
Oct. 6, 2018 Cantwell Statement on Supreme Court Confirmation Vote Sen. Maria Cantwell
Oct. 6, 2018 Tweet - "What we saw of Judge Kavanaugh's temperament and the lack of credibility & honesty he demonstrated in his hearings is absolutely disqualifying--and I'm not the only one who believes this." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 6, 2018 Tweet - "Carrying the stories and voices of millions of women & survivors from WA & across the nation with me, I'm on Senate floor now to vote NO on Judge Kavanaugh's confirmation to the Supreme Court." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 6, 2018 Tweet - "With today's vote to confirm Judge Kavanaugh, Senate Republicans have once again failed women & survivors, abdicated the Senate's constitutional advice & consent role, and undermined the public's confidence in our nation's Supreme Court. My statement:" Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 6, 2018 Tweet - "Even setting aside those major issues--I opposed Judge Kavanaugh's nomination because it was so clear he was picked to: - overturn Roe & erode women's health - gut health care & end patient protections - protect President Trump w his expansive view on presidential power" Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 6, 2018 Tweet - "I'm on to the Senate floor to urge my colleagues one more time to listen to women & survivors making their voices heard across the country and oppose Judge Kavanaugh's nomination to the Supreme Court. WATCH:" Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 6, 2018 Tweet - "I am disappointed, frustrated, and angry today--but I'm more motivated than ever to get up tomorrow and keep fighting for the families I represent in Washington state & for the kind of country I know we can be." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 6, 2018 Jayapal Responds to the Confirmation of Judge Kavanaugh Rep. Pramila Jayapal
Oct. 5, 2018 Tweet - "In this year in 2018--the year of the #MeToo movement--we're not going to sit at home & be quiet & just let it happen. We're not back to our houses. We will be believed." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 5, 2018 Tweet - "WATCH Senator Murray discusses believing women and women making their voices heard across the country on @maddow. FULL VIDEO BELOW." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 5, 2018 Tweet - "In 1991, I watched the Senate's unfair treatment of Anita Hill who bravely came forward to share her traumatic experience at the hands of a powerful man. Today, I'm so proud to see people in WA rise up & make their voices heard to stop that awful history from repeating itself." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 5, 2018 Tweet - "I said it to @maddow & I'll keep saying it: what message does it send to young people today to watch Judge Kavanaugh get confirmed? I do not want my grandson or granddaughters to hear that message. I want our country to be better than that." 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 - "I listened to Dr. Ford. We all did. I heard her voice & it rang so true to me. She was honest. She was sincere. She was credible. She had no reason to lie. She felt it was her civic duty to speak up for a job interview of a man who wants to sit on the highest court in the land." 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 - "You can be frustrated by today's vote, but don't despair--and please keep making your voices heard. Now, more than ever, we need to keep up this fight--for women, for survivors, and for future generations." 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 - "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 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 Murray, Cantwell Legislation to Secure Compensation for the Spokane Tribe of Indians Passes U.S. Senate Sen. Maria Cantwell, ...
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 - "I can turn to my young daughters and say there are women on the Democratic side--there are diverse voices. They are listening and they are fighting. Don't ever think we haven't made progress--and I keep that in my heart." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 5, 2018 Tweet - "I'm headed to the Senate floor to vote NO on Kavanaugh. -PM" Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 5, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State - Schneider Leads 100+ Democratic Members Urging Trump Administration to Reverse Decision to Deny Visas to Same-Sex Partners of Foreign Diplomats Rep. Pramila Jayapal, ...
Oct. 5, 2018 Tweet - "To the many survivors of sexual assault who've written, called, emailed, even stopped me in the airport over the past week--I support you. Thank you for sharing your experience w/ me & others despite the pain, and know that I will never stop fighting for you or believing you. -PM" Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 5, 2018 Nomination of Brett 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. 5, 2018 Nomination of Brett Kavanaugh Sen. Maria Cantwell
Oct. 5, 2018 Tweet - "I'm minutes away from joining @maddow to talk about why I'm voting NO on Judge Kavanaugh's Supreme Court nomination & the awful message his confirmation would send to women & survivors across our country --> TUNE IN" Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 5, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Rep. Danny K. Davis Condemns Transfer of Migrant Children to Tent City in Dark of Night in Letter to HHS and DHS Secretaries Rep. Rick Larsen, ...
Oct. 5, 2018 MSNBC "The Rachel Maddow Show" - Transcript: Interview with Sen. Patty Murray Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 5, 2018 Executive Session 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 - "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 - "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 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 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 - "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 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 Cantwell Statement Following Release of FBI Report Sen. Maria Cantwell
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 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 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 PBS "News Hour" - Transcript: Sen. Murray: Confirming Kavanaugh Will Tell Women to Keep Quiet Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 4, 2018 Executive Session 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 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. 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 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 - "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 Indian Affairs Committee Passes Bipartisan Murray, Cantwell Legislation to Repeal Outdated 1834 Ban on Distilleries on Tribal Land 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 - "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 - "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. 2, 2018 Letter to US Senators - Oppose Kavanaugh's Supreme Court Nomination, Citing Threat to Women's Health Rep. Suzan DelBene, ...
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 - "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 - "Once again, President Trump is putting profits ahead of the health of people and families." Sen. Patty Murray
Date Title Politician
Oct. 9, 2018 Tweet - "Strengthening our partnership with WA state's indigenous communities is critical to Tribal members who rely on the energy produced through the use of Tribal lands. There is still work to be done, but this is a great step in the right direction." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 9, 2018 Smith's Bipartisan BUILD Act Signed Into Law Rep.Adam Smith
Oct. 9, 2018 Tweet - "27 years ago I watched the Anita Hill hearings & got so mad that I ran for the Senate--and won. I'm confident that there are women & girls who watched the Senate these past two weeks, will channel that anger, & join me in Congress in the years ahead." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 9, 2018 Tweet - "The Spokane Equitable Compensation Act is a significant step toward ensuring the federal government is making good on its promises to tribes in WA state. I look forward to fighting alongside @SenatorCantwell to get this bill across the finish line." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 9, 2018 Tweet - "The confirmation of Judge Kavanaugh has made me disappointed, frustrated, & angry--but I'm more motivated than ever to keep fighting for the people & families that I represent in WA state & for the entire country." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 9, 2018 Tweet - "The Spokane Equitable Compensation Act is the right step towards resolving the long-standing injustice to WA state tribes. I'm proud to be a part of this legislation & I look forward to working on getting this passed in Congress with @SenatorCantwell." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 9, 2018 Tweet - "I'm going to keep fighting. For the country I want to live in. For the country I want for my granddaughters & all our grandkids. A country where women are believed." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 9, 2018 Tweet - "With Judge Kavanaugh's conirmation, Senate GOP have again failed women & survivors, abdicated the Senate's advice & consent role, and undermined confidence in the Supreme Court." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 9, 2018 Tweet - "We are making progress. We may not feel it every day, but we are. Don't give up. Don't give in. Don't think your voice doesn't matter." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 9, 2018 Tweet - "Your voices DO matter. Your experiences DO matter. We believe you. Please don't give up & don't stay quiet. With every new voice that breaks from the silence--we make progress. It makes a difference." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 9, 2018 Tweet - "When the Senate failed Anita Hill & confirmed Justice Thomas in 1991, I got mad, I ran for Senate, I wouldn't let anyone tell me I had no shot--and I won. Be angry. Organize. Put some more cracks in the wall--today, tomorrow, & for the fight ahead." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 8, 2018 Tweet - "Re-upping this moment from Friday's @maddow show--even in times like these when it seems we haven't come very far, we must remember the long road we've traveled & know that progress is still possible:" Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 7, 2018 Tweet - "In light of yesterday's vote, a reminder from Friday's @maddow show: We are not going to sit at home, be quiet, & just let this happen. We're not going back to our houses. We are not giving up this fight." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 6, 2018 Senator Murray's Statement on Judge Kavanaugh's Confirmation to the Supreme Court Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 6, 2018 Newhouse Applauds Senate Confirmation of Kavanaugh Rep.Dan Newhouse
Oct. 6, 2018 Cantwell Statement on Supreme Court Confirmation Vote Sen.Maria Cantwell
Oct. 6, 2018 Tweet - "What we saw of Judge Kavanaugh's temperament and the lack of credibility & honesty he demonstrated in his hearings is absolutely disqualifying--and I'm not the only one who believes this." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 6, 2018 Tweet - "Carrying the stories and voices of millions of women & survivors from WA & across the nation with me, I'm on Senate floor now to vote NO on Judge Kavanaugh's confirmation to the Supreme Court." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 6, 2018 Tweet - "With today's vote to confirm Judge Kavanaugh, Senate Republicans have once again failed women & survivors, abdicated the Senate's constitutional advice & consent role, and undermined the public's confidence in our nation's Supreme Court. My statement:" Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 6, 2018 Tweet - "Even setting aside those major issues--I opposed Judge Kavanaugh's nomination because it was so clear he was picked to: - overturn Roe & erode women's health - gut health care & end patient protections - protect President Trump w his expansive view on presidential power" Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 6, 2018 Tweet - "I'm on to the Senate floor to urge my colleagues one more time to listen to women & survivors making their voices heard across the country and oppose Judge Kavanaugh's nomination to the Supreme Court. WATCH:" Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 6, 2018 Tweet - "I am disappointed, frustrated, and angry today--but I'm more motivated than ever to get up tomorrow and keep fighting for the families I represent in Washington state & for the kind of country I know we can be." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 6, 2018 Jayapal Responds to the Confirmation of Judge Kavanaugh Rep.Pramila Jayapal
Oct. 5, 2018 Tweet - "In this year in 2018--the year of the #MeToo movement--we're not going to sit at home & be quiet & just let it happen. We're not back to our houses. We will be believed." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 5, 2018 Tweet - "WATCH Senator Murray discusses believing women and women making their voices heard across the country on @maddow. FULL VIDEO BELOW." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 5, 2018 Tweet - "In 1991, I watched the Senate's unfair treatment of Anita Hill who bravely came forward to share her traumatic experience at the hands of a powerful man. Today, I'm so proud to see people in WA rise up & make their voices heard to stop that awful history from repeating itself." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 5, 2018 Tweet - "I said it to @maddow & I'll keep saying it: what message does it send to young people today to watch Judge Kavanaugh get confirmed? I do not want my grandson or granddaughters to hear that message. I want our country to be better than that." 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 - "I listened to Dr. Ford. We all did. I heard her voice & it rang so true to me. She was honest. She was sincere. She was credible. She had no reason to lie. She felt it was her civic duty to speak up for a job interview of a man who wants to sit on the highest court in the land." 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 - "You can be frustrated by today's vote, but don't despair--and please keep making your voices heard. Now, more than ever, we need to keep up this fight--for women, for survivors, and for future generations." 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 - "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 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 Murray, Cantwell Legislation to Secure Compensation for the Spokane Tribe of Indians Passes U.S. Senate Sen.Maria Cantwell, ...
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 - "I can turn to my young daughters and say there are women on the Democratic side--there are diverse voices. They are listening and they are fighting. Don't ever think we haven't made progress--and I keep that in my heart." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 5, 2018 Tweet - "I'm headed to the Senate floor to vote NO on Kavanaugh. -PM" Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 5, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State - Schneider Leads 100+ Democratic Members Urging Trump Administration to Reverse Decision to Deny Visas to Same-Sex Partners of Foreign Diplomats Rep.Pramila Jayapal, ...
Oct. 5, 2018 Tweet - "To the many survivors of sexual assault who've written, called, emailed, even stopped me in the airport over the past week--I support you. Thank you for sharing your experience w/ me & others despite the pain, and know that I will never stop fighting for you or believing you. -PM" Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 5, 2018 Nomination of Brett 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. 5, 2018 Nomination of Brett Kavanaugh Sen.Maria Cantwell
Oct. 5, 2018 Tweet - "I'm minutes away from joining @maddow to talk about why I'm voting NO on Judge Kavanaugh's Supreme Court nomination & the awful message his confirmation would send to women & survivors across our country --> TUNE IN" Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 5, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Rep. Danny K. Davis Condemns Transfer of Migrant Children to Tent City in Dark of Night in Letter to HHS and DHS Secretaries Rep.Rick Larsen, ...
Oct. 5, 2018 MSNBC "The Rachel Maddow Show" - Transcript: Interview with Sen. Patty Murray Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 5, 2018 Executive Session 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 - "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 - "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 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 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 - "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 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 Cantwell Statement Following Release of FBI Report Sen.Maria Cantwell
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 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 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 PBS "News Hour" - Transcript: Sen. Murray: Confirming Kavanaugh Will Tell Women to Keep Quiet Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 4, 2018 Executive Session 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 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. 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 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 - "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 Indian Affairs Committee Passes Bipartisan Murray, Cantwell Legislation to Repeal Outdated 1834 Ban on Distilleries on Tribal Land 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 - "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 - "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. 2, 2018 Letter to US Senators - Oppose Kavanaugh's Supreme Court Nomination, Citing Threat to Women's Health Rep.Suzan DelBene, ...
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 - "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 - "Once again, President Trump is putting profits ahead of the health of people and families." Sen.Patty Murray
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