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Jan. 19, 2022 Tweet - "History is sitting on our shoulders right now. The American people are looking to us for a way to move forward & protect the right to vote--& this is it. And all that's standing in our way is Senate procedure--Senate procedure that a majority of us voted to change just last month." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 17, 2022 Tweet - "Today we remember Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his continued fight for justice. If we're serious about honoring Dr. King's legacy, let's do so by passing strong federal voting rights legislation to protect every American's right to be heard in our democracy. #MLKDay" Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 17, 2022 Senator Murray Statement on Martin Luther King Jr. Day Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 16, 2022 Tweet - "We have to make sure the right to vote is never taken away, and that the voices of the American people are never taken away." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 16, 2022 Tweet - "Insulin is a lifesaving, necessary drug for so many people. It's outrageous that it costs so much some patients ration it. #BuildBackBetter would cap the cost of insulin at $35/month for millions of people--& it's one of the many reasons why we need to pass it soon." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 14, 2022 Tweet - "To be absolutely clear: we cannot let the filibuster stop us from ever debating voting rights or any other issue just one member might disagree with. We need to change Senate rules. #WeWantVotingRights" Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 12, 2022 Cantwell Applauds Confirmation of Gabriel Sanchez for the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals Sen. Maria Cantwell
Jan. 11, 2022 Tweet - "Protecting every citizen's right to have a voice in our democracy should be as noncontroversial as naming post offices. Yet Republicans blocked debate on legislation to protect voting rights. Our democracy is at stake--we can't let their obstruction stand in the way." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 7, 2022 Tweet - "The 1965 Voting Rights Act is one of the most important bills in our nation's history. With voting rights under attack across the country, it's time to restore and strengthen it--even if it means changing Senate rules to get there." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 6, 2022 Tweet - "January 6th was a horrifying day for our country--a day we cannot forget or ignore." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 6, 2022 Senator Murray Statement on January 6th Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 6, 2022 Senators Murray and Cantwell, Representatives DelBene, Kilmer and Larsen Applaud Biden Administration Major Disaster Declaration Following Winter Storms, Flooding in Northwest Washington Rep. Suzan DelBene, ...
Jan. 6, 2022 Senator Murray Joins Washington State January 6th Virtual Vigil, Reiterates Push to Protect Voting Rights and Democracy Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 4, 2022 Tweet - "No Senate rule is more important than protecting the right to vote in our country. If Senate Republicans continue blocking strong voting rights legislation, then Democrats can't let Senate rules and procedures stand in the way of taking action." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 2, 2022 Tweet - "Protecting the right to vote is one of the most important things Congress can and must do. This is about ensuring our democracy stays a democracy--and the Senate should use every tool available to get it done." Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 30, 2021 Tweet - "No one should have to choose between the insulin they need to live and other necessities like food, housing, or child care. I'm working to cap the cost of insulin to $35/month and make sure patients who need it can get it without breaking the bank." Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 28, 2021 Tweet - "Far-right state legislators across the country are passing laws that make it harder for people--and in particular people of color--to vote. This is an attack on the very foundation of our democracy. We need to pass strong federal voting rights legislation." Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 23, 2021 Tweet - "If we have to change the Senate rules to pass strong federal voting rights legislation, then let's do it. Nothing is more important than protecting the right to have a voice in our democracy." Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 22, 2021 Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America - Senators Cantwell and Murray, Representatives DelBene and Kilmer Lead Delegation in Call for Major Disaster Declaration Following Winter Storms, Flooding in Northwest Washington Rep. Kim Schrier, ...
Dec. 22, 2021 Letter Ph.D. Dave Applegate, Associate Director for Natural Hazards - Senators Cantwell and Murray Press USGS on Future of Earthquake Early Warning System Sen. Maria Cantwell
Dec. 21, 2021 Tweet - "Senate rules should not get in the way of protecting the foundation of our democracy--the right to vote. Period." Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 21, 2021 Letter to Dave Applegate, Associative Director for Natural Hazards of the US Geological Survey - Feinstein, Padilla, Colleagues Press USGS on Future of Earthquake Early Warning System Sen. Patty Murray, ...
Dec. 16, 2021 Letter to Miguel Cardona, Secretary of Education - Menendez and Booker Join Democratic Senate and House Colleagues in Urging Education Secretary to Provide Guidance to Parents on Gun Storage Safety Rep. Rick Larsen, ...
Dec. 15, 2021 Letter to Hon. Miguel Cardona, Secretary of Education - Following Oxford High School Shooting, Van Hollen, Murphy, Thompson, Stabenow, Peters, Blumenthal, Slotkin Urge Department Of Education To Issue Guidance On Safe Gun Storage Rep. Pramila Jayapal, ...
Dec. 13, 2021 Letter to Janet Yellen, Secretary of the Treasury and Charles P. Rettig, Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service - Menendez and Booker Join Coalition of Democratic Senators in Call to Ensure All Eligible New Jersey Same-Sex Couples Receive Pension Survivor Benefits Sen. Patty Murray, ...
Dec. 12, 2021 Tweet - "I refuse to let Republican obstruction continue to get in the way of passing common-sense gun safety measures that will save lives and address our nation's gun violence epidemic. We need to get this done, and all options need to be on the table to do so." Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 8, 2021 Tweet - "I'm on the Senate floor urging my colleagues to vote against Republicans' dangerous resolution that'd jeopardize our economy & pandemic response by blocking a simple, flexible, lifesaving rule for large employers to require vaccines OR weekly COVID tests." Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 8, 2021 Cantwell Secures Commitment from Department of Justice to Visit Washington State to Better Address Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women Crisis Sen. Maria Cantwell
Dec. 8, 2021 Senator Murray Calls for Action on Gun Violence Prevention, Slams Republican Obstruction During Senate Floor Speech Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 7, 2021 Tweet - "I'm speaking on the Senate floor to call for action here in this chamber to end the crisis of gun violence we've long seen in our schools, neighborhoods, and across our country. I will not stay quiet & will keep pushing for change. " Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 7, 2021 Letter to Hon. Chuck Schumer, Majority Leader US Senate - Keep Affordable Insulin Measures in Build Back Better Act Rep. Rick Larsen, ...
Dec. 6, 2021 Letter to Hon. Miguel Cardona, Secretary of Education - Warner, Kaine & Colleagues Call on U.S. Department of Education to Facilitate Student Civic Engagement in Higher Education Institutions Sen. Patty Murray, ...
Dec. 4, 2021 Letter to Hon. Merrick B. Garland, Attorney General US Dept. of Justice; Hon. Jonathan Kanter, Assistant Attorney General Antitrust Division US Dept. of Justice - Investigate Proposed Merger of Discovery and Warnermedia for Violations of Antitrust Law Rep. Pramila Jayapal, ...
Dec. 2, 2021 Tweet - "@ChrisMurphyCT is right--acts of gun violence should not be happening in our schools, communities, businesses, or anywhere, and we have to take action. We can't let Republicans stand in the way of doing what's right--we need to pass comprehensive gun safety reform." Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 1, 2021 Letter to Chairman Smith, Chairman Reed, Ranking Member Rogers, Ranking Member Inhofe - Grassley, Colleagues Push To Keep Bipartisan Military Justice Bill In Pentagon Funding Measure Sen. Patty Murray, ...
Nov. 30, 2021 Letter to Adam Smith, Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, Jack Reed, Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, Mike Rogers, Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee, and Jim Inhofe, Ranking Member of the Senate Armed Services Committee - Warner joins Gillibrand and Colleagues in Letter Pushing Committee Leadership to Keep Senate-Passed Military Justice Bill in Final NDAA Language Sen. Patty Murray, ...
Nov. 26, 2021 Tweet - "Next week, the Supreme Court will hear oral arguments on Mississippi's dangerous abortion ban--one that is harmful and cruel to patients. This is a direct challenge to #RoeVWade, so we've got to keep speaking out & fighting to protect the right to abortion." Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 24, 2021 Tweet - "Republicans had multiple opportunities to work with Democrats to protect the future of our democracy by passing strong federal voting rights legislation. They chose not to. We can't keep waiting on their inaction. Our democracy is on the line & we need to protect voting rights." Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 23, 2021 Senator Murray, Over 100 Democrats Introduce the Access to Birth Control Act Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 22, 2021 MSNBC "The Last Word with Lawrence O'Donnell" - Transcript: Interview with Rep. Kim Schrier Rep. Kim Schrier
Nov. 18, 2021 Tweet - "If Senate Republicans aren't willing to stand up for our democracy, we can't let them hide behind Senate rules and block Democrats from doing so on our own. We must use every legislative tool needed--including an exemption to the filibuster--to get voting rights legislation passed." Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 17, 2021 Tweet - "For too many workers, going to work means putting up with sexual harassment & discrimination. Everyone deserves to be treated fairly, respectfully, & with dignity. I reintroduced the #BeHEARD Act to expand protections for workers & ensure accountability." Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 17, 2021 Senator Murray Reintroduces BE HEARD Act to Address Workplace Harassment Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 17, 2021 Tweet - "The #BeHEARD Act is critical legislation that will help address harassment and discrimination in the workplace by expanding protections for workers and ensuring they get the accountability and justice they deserve. I'm proud to re-introduce it today." Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 17, 2021 Tweet - "Birth control is essential health care, & it helps people plan their families, control their futures, & be financially independent. My colleagues & I are working to make sure no one gets turned away at the pharmacy when seeking birth control. #ThxBirthControl" Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 22, 2021 Letter to Hon. Thomas J. Vilsack, Secretary of the US Department of Agriculture; Hon. Debra Haaland, Secretary of the US Department of the Interior- Rosendale Seeks Answers From Secretaries Haaland and Vilsack on Wildfire Mitigation Duties Rep. Dan Newhouse, ...
Oct. 19, 2021 Senator Murray on the Senate Floor: "The Senate Must Pass the Freedom to Vote Act" Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 13, 2021 Letter to Lucinda Lesley, Acting Administrator of Maritime Administration - Cantwell Demands Accountability From USMMA, Coast Guard, DOT Leaders Following Sexual Assault Allegations Sen. Maria Cantwell
Oct. 12, 2021 Cantwell Statement on U.S.-Canada Border Re-Opening for Vaccinated Travelers Sen. Maria Cantwell
Oct. 7, 2021 Fitzpatrick, Strickland, Wild Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Support Foster Youth Affected by the Opioid Crisis Rep. Marilyn Strickland, ...
Date Title Politician
Jan. 19, 2022 Tweet - "History is sitting on our shoulders right now. The American people are looking to us for a way to move forward & protect the right to vote--& this is it. And all that's standing in our way is Senate procedure--Senate procedure that a majority of us voted to change just last month." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 17, 2022 Tweet - "Today we remember Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his continued fight for justice. If we're serious about honoring Dr. King's legacy, let's do so by passing strong federal voting rights legislation to protect every American's right to be heard in our democracy. #MLKDay" Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 17, 2022 Senator Murray Statement on Martin Luther King Jr. Day Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 16, 2022 Tweet - "We have to make sure the right to vote is never taken away, and that the voices of the American people are never taken away." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 16, 2022 Tweet - "Insulin is a lifesaving, necessary drug for so many people. It's outrageous that it costs so much some patients ration it. #BuildBackBetter would cap the cost of insulin at $35/month for millions of people--& it's one of the many reasons why we need to pass it soon." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 14, 2022 Tweet - "To be absolutely clear: we cannot let the filibuster stop us from ever debating voting rights or any other issue just one member might disagree with. We need to change Senate rules. #WeWantVotingRights" Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 12, 2022 Cantwell Applauds Confirmation of Gabriel Sanchez for the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals Sen.Maria Cantwell
Jan. 11, 2022 Tweet - "Protecting every citizen's right to have a voice in our democracy should be as noncontroversial as naming post offices. Yet Republicans blocked debate on legislation to protect voting rights. Our democracy is at stake--we can't let their obstruction stand in the way." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 7, 2022 Tweet - "The 1965 Voting Rights Act is one of the most important bills in our nation's history. With voting rights under attack across the country, it's time to restore and strengthen it--even if it means changing Senate rules to get there." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 6, 2022 Tweet - "January 6th was a horrifying day for our country--a day we cannot forget or ignore." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 6, 2022 Senator Murray Statement on January 6th Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 6, 2022 Senators Murray and Cantwell, Representatives DelBene, Kilmer and Larsen Applaud Biden Administration Major Disaster Declaration Following Winter Storms, Flooding in Northwest Washington Rep.Suzan DelBene, ...
Jan. 6, 2022 Senator Murray Joins Washington State January 6th Virtual Vigil, Reiterates Push to Protect Voting Rights and Democracy Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 4, 2022 Tweet - "No Senate rule is more important than protecting the right to vote in our country. If Senate Republicans continue blocking strong voting rights legislation, then Democrats can't let Senate rules and procedures stand in the way of taking action." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 2, 2022 Tweet - "Protecting the right to vote is one of the most important things Congress can and must do. This is about ensuring our democracy stays a democracy--and the Senate should use every tool available to get it done." Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 30, 2021 Tweet - "No one should have to choose between the insulin they need to live and other necessities like food, housing, or child care. I'm working to cap the cost of insulin to $35/month and make sure patients who need it can get it without breaking the bank." Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 28, 2021 Tweet - "Far-right state legislators across the country are passing laws that make it harder for people--and in particular people of color--to vote. This is an attack on the very foundation of our democracy. We need to pass strong federal voting rights legislation." Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 23, 2021 Tweet - "If we have to change the Senate rules to pass strong federal voting rights legislation, then let's do it. Nothing is more important than protecting the right to have a voice in our democracy." Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 22, 2021 Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America - Senators Cantwell and Murray, Representatives DelBene and Kilmer Lead Delegation in Call for Major Disaster Declaration Following Winter Storms, Flooding in Northwest Washington Rep.Kim Schrier, ...
Dec. 22, 2021 Letter Ph.D. Dave Applegate, Associate Director for Natural Hazards - Senators Cantwell and Murray Press USGS on Future of Earthquake Early Warning System Sen.Maria Cantwell
Dec. 21, 2021 Tweet - "Senate rules should not get in the way of protecting the foundation of our democracy--the right to vote. Period." Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 21, 2021 Letter to Dave Applegate, Associative Director for Natural Hazards of the US Geological Survey - Feinstein, Padilla, Colleagues Press USGS on Future of Earthquake Early Warning System Sen.Patty Murray, ...
Dec. 16, 2021 Letter to Miguel Cardona, Secretary of Education - Menendez and Booker Join Democratic Senate and House Colleagues in Urging Education Secretary to Provide Guidance to Parents on Gun Storage Safety Rep.Rick Larsen, ...
Dec. 15, 2021 Letter to Hon. Miguel Cardona, Secretary of Education - Following Oxford High School Shooting, Van Hollen, Murphy, Thompson, Stabenow, Peters, Blumenthal, Slotkin Urge Department Of Education To Issue Guidance On Safe Gun Storage Rep.Pramila Jayapal, ...
Dec. 13, 2021 Letter to Janet Yellen, Secretary of the Treasury and Charles P. Rettig, Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service - Menendez and Booker Join Coalition of Democratic Senators in Call to Ensure All Eligible New Jersey Same-Sex Couples Receive Pension Survivor Benefits Sen.Patty Murray, ...
Dec. 12, 2021 Tweet - "I refuse to let Republican obstruction continue to get in the way of passing common-sense gun safety measures that will save lives and address our nation's gun violence epidemic. We need to get this done, and all options need to be on the table to do so." Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 8, 2021 Tweet - "I'm on the Senate floor urging my colleagues to vote against Republicans' dangerous resolution that'd jeopardize our economy & pandemic response by blocking a simple, flexible, lifesaving rule for large employers to require vaccines OR weekly COVID tests." Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 8, 2021 Cantwell Secures Commitment from Department of Justice to Visit Washington State to Better Address Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women Crisis Sen.Maria Cantwell
Dec. 8, 2021 Senator Murray Calls for Action on Gun Violence Prevention, Slams Republican Obstruction During Senate Floor Speech Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 7, 2021 Tweet - "I'm speaking on the Senate floor to call for action here in this chamber to end the crisis of gun violence we've long seen in our schools, neighborhoods, and across our country. I will not stay quiet & will keep pushing for change. " Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 7, 2021 Letter to Hon. Chuck Schumer, Majority Leader US Senate - Keep Affordable Insulin Measures in Build Back Better Act Rep.Rick Larsen, ...
Dec. 6, 2021 Letter to Hon. Miguel Cardona, Secretary of Education - Warner, Kaine & Colleagues Call on U.S. Department of Education to Facilitate Student Civic Engagement in Higher Education Institutions Sen.Patty Murray, ...
Dec. 4, 2021 Letter to Hon. Merrick B. Garland, Attorney General US Dept. of Justice; Hon. Jonathan Kanter, Assistant Attorney General Antitrust Division US Dept. of Justice - Investigate Proposed Merger of Discovery and Warnermedia for Violations of Antitrust Law Rep.Pramila Jayapal, ...
Dec. 2, 2021 Tweet - "@ChrisMurphyCT is right--acts of gun violence should not be happening in our schools, communities, businesses, or anywhere, and we have to take action. We can't let Republicans stand in the way of doing what's right--we need to pass comprehensive gun safety reform." Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 1, 2021 Letter to Chairman Smith, Chairman Reed, Ranking Member Rogers, Ranking Member Inhofe - Grassley, Colleagues Push To Keep Bipartisan Military Justice Bill In Pentagon Funding Measure Sen.Patty Murray, ...
Nov. 30, 2021 Letter to Adam Smith, Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, Jack Reed, Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, Mike Rogers, Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee, and Jim Inhofe, Ranking Member of the Senate Armed Services Committee - Warner joins Gillibrand and Colleagues in Letter Pushing Committee Leadership to Keep Senate-Passed Military Justice Bill in Final NDAA Language Sen.Patty Murray, ...
Nov. 26, 2021 Tweet - "Next week, the Supreme Court will hear oral arguments on Mississippi's dangerous abortion ban--one that is harmful and cruel to patients. This is a direct challenge to #RoeVWade, so we've got to keep speaking out & fighting to protect the right to abortion." Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 24, 2021 Tweet - "Republicans had multiple opportunities to work with Democrats to protect the future of our democracy by passing strong federal voting rights legislation. They chose not to. We can't keep waiting on their inaction. Our democracy is on the line & we need to protect voting rights." Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 23, 2021 Senator Murray, Over 100 Democrats Introduce the Access to Birth Control Act Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 22, 2021 MSNBC "The Last Word with Lawrence O'Donnell" - Transcript: Interview with Rep. Kim Schrier Rep.Kim Schrier
Nov. 18, 2021 Tweet - "If Senate Republicans aren't willing to stand up for our democracy, we can't let them hide behind Senate rules and block Democrats from doing so on our own. We must use every legislative tool needed--including an exemption to the filibuster--to get voting rights legislation passed." Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 17, 2021 Tweet - "For too many workers, going to work means putting up with sexual harassment & discrimination. Everyone deserves to be treated fairly, respectfully, & with dignity. I reintroduced the #BeHEARD Act to expand protections for workers & ensure accountability." Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 17, 2021 Senator Murray Reintroduces BE HEARD Act to Address Workplace Harassment Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 17, 2021 Tweet - "The #BeHEARD Act is critical legislation that will help address harassment and discrimination in the workplace by expanding protections for workers and ensuring they get the accountability and justice they deserve. I'm proud to re-introduce it today." Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 17, 2021 Tweet - "Birth control is essential health care, & it helps people plan their families, control their futures, & be financially independent. My colleagues & I are working to make sure no one gets turned away at the pharmacy when seeking birth control. #ThxBirthControl" Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 22, 2021 Letter to Hon. Thomas J. Vilsack, Secretary of the US Department of Agriculture; Hon. Debra Haaland, Secretary of the US Department of the Interior- Rosendale Seeks Answers From Secretaries Haaland and Vilsack on Wildfire Mitigation Duties Rep.Dan Newhouse, ...
Oct. 19, 2021 Senator Murray on the Senate Floor: "The Senate Must Pass the Freedom to Vote Act" Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 13, 2021 Letter to Lucinda Lesley, Acting Administrator of Maritime Administration - Cantwell Demands Accountability From USMMA, Coast Guard, DOT Leaders Following Sexual Assault Allegations Sen.Maria Cantwell
Oct. 12, 2021 Cantwell Statement on U.S.-Canada Border Re-Opening for Vaccinated Travelers Sen.Maria Cantwell
Oct. 7, 2021 Fitzpatrick, Strickland, Wild Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Support Foster Youth Affected by the Opioid Crisis Rep.Marilyn Strickland, ...
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