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Jasmine Crockett's Issue Positions (Political Courage Test)

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  • "CODIFY ROE" (x.com)
  • "The Supreme Court has FAILED. It is UP to US to stop settling. We have to ELECT strong Representatives who won’t bend on fundamental principles b/c, they aren’t going to stop at ROE! We are facing a constitutional CRISIS. #VoteBlueIn2022" (x.com)
  • "Today we celebrate choice. I almost can’t believe we’re still debating body autonomy in 2022, but here we are! With SCOTUS letting the Texas Abortion Ban remain intact yet again…the stakes on this Roe V. Wade anniversary are higher than ever." (x.com)
  • Rated 0% by National Right to Life Committee (None)
  • "56 years ago today, LBJ signed Medicaid and Medicare into law. Texas Dems have been continuing his fight for universal healthcare for decades, but we’re still the least insured state in the US. Healthcare is a human right. Expanding Medicaid makes sense fiscally and morally" (x.com)
  • "Jasmine believes healthcare is a human right and will champion policies that increase coverage and access, keep costs low, and ensure every American can get the healthcare they need in their own community. Jasmine also believes we should cover the full spectrum of healthcare including dental, vision, mental health, and reproductive freedom." (www.jasmineforus.com)
  • Rated 0% by FreedomWorks (None)
  • Rated 100% by FreedomWorks (None)
  • Voted in favor of HR 7024: "Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024" (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Rated 0% by FreedomWorks (None)
  • Rated 100% by FreedomWorks (None)
  • "Google dark money. You don’t know the source and when it’s dark. Generally, SuperPacs get behind a candidate or against and per FEDERAL LAW are prohibited from coordinating. If you are against a candidate, fine, but as democrats we should be honest." (x.com)
  • "Exactly a year after the murder of George Floyd, the Texas House decided to ignore the outcry for justice, change, and accountability. Instead, Republicans voted to punish local elected officials who listened to their citizens' concerns and had the courage to enact change." (x.com)
  • "One is starting to access their retirements instead of letting the tax payers being on the hook when they do wrong. Ridding them of the invincibility of Qualified Immunity may change behaviors, too." (x.com)
  • "Until we create a society where a Botham Jean and a Jordan Edwards can grow old and realize their dreams, a society where George Floyd can breath, where Trayvon can walk, Ahmaud can jog, and Black Lives can live freely without fear — our work isn’t over." (x.com)
  • Voted against HR 4365: "Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2024" (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 2670: "National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024" (votesmart.org)
  • Voted against HR 8774: "Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2025" (votesmart.org)
  • "President @JoeBiden has served our country well for almost 2 years now, and today, we get to celebrate him! We’ve made great progress, from American Rescue Plan to Inflation Reduction Act, and I couldn’t be more excited to be swearing in to Congress at such a critical time. HBD!" (x.com)
  • Voted in favor of HR 2670: "National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024" (votesmart.org)
  • "My friend is something like a rockstar! I’m so proud of the work that James Armstrong is doing at @BuildersofHope to make housing affordability a reality!" (x.com)
  • "Jasmine is the only candidate with a plan for criminal justice reform, affordable housing, and protecting our immigrant communities. Vote for a candidate who stands with you and has your back." (x.com)
  • "We're continuing to call on Congress to reinstate the federal eviction moratorium and prevent an even worse homelessness crisis. My office remains open to help constituents needing assistance with housing. Housing is a human right." (x.com)
  • "20 days to the Midterm Elections, and the message is clear: inflation is a global issue fueled by an ongoing pandemic and corporate greed, and we have the solutions to fight it at home and abroad. Let’s vote, and get to work!" (x.com)
  • "President @JoeBiden has served our country well for almost 2 years now, and today, we get to celebrate him! We’ve made great progress, from American Rescue Plan to Inflation Reduction Act, and I couldn’t be more excited to be swearing in to Congress at such a critical time. HBD!" (x.com)
  • "Jasmine is the daughter of a teacher and knows firsthand the benefits of a strong education. Jasmine supports providing a world-class public education from early childhood through post-secondary for Americans. We must be competitive on the global stage and that starts by making sure we are cultivating young minds to be the leaders of tomorrow. Education should be enriching and uplift us, not saddle people down with insurmountable debt. Jasmine supports vocational education as well to ensure we have a strong workforce where everyone has a chance to get ahead through hard work" (www.jasmineforus.com)
  • "While Repubs keep trying every trick in the book to stop student debt cancellation, the White House isn’t playing! Thank you @POTUS for doing the right thing & putting another pause on payments until 6/30. Let’s be clear: offering relief is legal and the process should continue." (x.com)
  • "As I’m listening to the debate over The John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act, it never fails to be a ton of white men telling minorities that there’s no discrimination. If that’s the case, what are you scared of… PASS HR4!" (x.com)
  • "Jasmine believes that our democracy works best when all eligible voters have access to the ballot and a meaningful opportunity to elect a candidate who truly represents the community. Unless we make strides in voting rights, we will never have the representation or courage to effect change across the country or move forward on the issues that matter most. In 2021, Jasmine filed over a dozen bills that would modernize, secure, and make our elections more efficient while expanding access to the ballot for every eligible Texan. Her voting rights package included bills to automatically register, register online, vote-by-mail for all eligible voters, drive thru and 24-hour voting." (www.jasmineforus.com)
  • "Representative Jasmine Crockett has been a national voice for voting rights at the state and federal levels. As a leader of the Texas Democrat’s quorum break to stop Abbott’s voter suppression agenda, Jasmine took this fight to DC and pressured members of Congress to pass the John Lewis Voting Rights and Restoration Act and the For The People Act." (www.jasmineforus.com)
  • "What do we want? THE FREEDOM TO VOTE. When do we want it? NOW. We are fighting for the passage of The John Lewis Voting Rights Act which should be on the floor for a vote, TODAY!" (x.com)
  • "Let’s be clear — Trump has no plan AT ALL to address the climate crisis. Texas is a leader in many renewable energies and I plan to end our reliance on fossil fuels and expand our clean and sustainable energy production" (x.com)
  • "Thank you! The road to energy independence and ending our reliance on fossil fuels must run through Texas" (x.com)
  • "The road to energy independence and sustainable energy must go through Texas!" (x.com)
  • "This #EarthDay, I'm proud to be a founding member of the @TXClimateCaucus, where I'm fighting for clean air, clean water, and good energy jobs. Any plan we pursue must acknowledge the environmental injustice that's encoded in our physical infrastructure." (x.com)
  • "Let’s be clear — Trump has no plan AT ALL to address the climate crisis. Texas is a leader in many renewable energies and I plan to end our reliance on fossil fuels and expand our clean and sustainable energy production" (x.com)
  • "Texas leads the nation in producing wind energy, oil, and natural gas – and is our nation’s best hope for energy independence. We can produce more clean energies than we do now, but not if we lack the means to deliver energy to those in need." (x.com)
  • "Thank you! The road to energy independence and ending our reliance on fossil fuels must run through Texas" (x.com)
  • Voted against HR 1: "Lower Energy Costs Act" (votesmart.org)
  • "There was an active shooter in Austin & many asked if I was safe — I am. For now. The level of gun violence in Texas is unacceptable. It is not lost on me that this very week the house passed permit less carry. My prayer is that we begin to provide solutions; Texans deserve it" (x.com)
  • "I am honored to be distinguished as a Gun Sense Candidate by @MomsDemand! I have personally experienced gun violence and know how to make progress on this issue. I will be a strong advocate for sensible policies to protect HD100 and our communities." (x.com)
  • "I just got to the House Floor and I’m ready to fight permitless carry in Texas. I’m a proud gun owner, representing a district full of gun owners. I have a CHL and everyone who wants to carry must be trained on how to use, clean, store, and own a gun safely." (x.com)
  • "Last night, two blocks away, 14 people were injured in the 6th Street shooting mere weeks after TX GOP rammed through permit-less carry I’m not asking for your thoughts or prayers, I simply ask that you hold your electeds accountable & vote for common sense gun safety candidates" (x.com)
  • "56 years ago today, LBJ signed Medicaid and Medicare into law. Texas Dems have been continuing his fight for universal healthcare for decades, but we’re still the least insured state in the US. Healthcare is a human right. Expanding Medicaid makes sense fiscally and morally" (x.com)
  • "I have strong Progressive values and am ready to take legislative action to: expand affordable healthcare" (x.com)
  • "Jasmine believes healthcare is a human right and will champion policies that increase coverage and access, keep costs low, and ensure every American can get the healthcare they need in their own community. Jasmine also believes we should cover the full spectrum of healthcare including dental, vision, mental health, and reproductive freedom." (www.jasmineforus.com)
  • "In the Texas House, I will support: paid family leave" (x.com)
  • "Jasmine has been named the Worker’s Champion by the Workers Defense Fund for her advocacy and steadfast commitment to working people and families. She believes everyone should be paid a livable wage, have the right to protections in the workplace, supports paid family and medical leave, and believes that one full-time job should be enough." (www.jasmineforus.com)
  • "Jasmine believes healthcare is a human right and will champion policies that increase coverage and access, keep costs low, and ensure every American can get the healthcare they need in their own community. Jasmine also believes we should cover the full spectrum of healthcare including dental, vision, mental health, and reproductive freedom." (www.jasmineforus.com)
  • "Prez @JoeBiden’s re-election announcement is a win for #TX30 He’s delivered: lower prescription drug prices" (x.com)
  • "45 is gone, but #Title42 is still wreaking havoc on our immigrant community. This #SCOTUS ruling is inhumane! Let’s not forget: seeking asylum is legal, and keeping Title 42 in place exacerbates the strain on Texas’ border. This must end now, not later. THANK YOU Oak Lawn UMC" (x.com)
  • "Texas Congressional District 30 is home to rich diversity and has benefited greatly from the contributions of immigrants who call North Texas home. Jasmine firmly believes in creating a real pathway to citizenship, protecting DACA and fighting for DREAMers. We have bore witness to the atrocities being committed against migrants by our government and enough is enough. It is time we treat immigrants as people and recognize the grave dangers they are fleeing and their earnest desire to create a productive life in America. We are a nation of immigrants and that will not change but it is time our laws do." (www.jasmineforus.com)
  • Rated 8% by NumbersUSA (None)
  • "It’s so confusing to me that the House GOP has said, "Shut down the border or we shut the government down!" Do they understand that the border is monitored & laws are enforced by federal government employees?! How do you go all the way to the border, take a pic, & leave just as clueless as you were before you arrived" (x.com)
  • Voted against HR 2: "Secure the Border Act of 2023" (votesmart.org)
  • "45 is gone, but #Title42 is still wreaking havoc on our immigrant community. This #SCOTUS ruling is inhumane! Let’s not forget: seeking asylum is legal, and keeping Title 42 in place exacerbates the strain on Texas’ border. This must end now, not later. THANK YOU Oak Lawn UMC" (x.com)
  • "Texas Congressional District 30 is home to rich diversity and has benefited greatly from the contributions of immigrants who call North Texas home. Jasmine firmly believes in creating a real pathway to citizenship, protecting DACA and fighting for DREAMers. We have bore witness to the atrocities being committed against migrants by our government and enough is enough. It is time we treat immigrants as people and recognize the grave dangers they are fleeing and their earnest desire to create a productive life in America. We are a nation of immigrants and that will not change but it is time our laws do." (www.jasmineforus.com)
  • "The #SCOTUS blocked Trump’s attempt to end DACA 🎉🔥 I let out a big sigh of relief today along with a quarter of DACA recipients who call Texas home — the only home they know. I will always stand with and for immigrants and there is so much more progress for us to achieve." (x.com)
  • Rated 8% by NumbersUSA (None)
  • "With passage of yesterday’s spending bill, we avoided a shutdown & the government will stay open through 2023! Dems again lead while maga republicans lie. Ukraine has additional aid to beat back Russia. Why? B/c a threat to Democracy anywhere is a threat to Democracy everywhere!" (x.com)
  • Voted in favor of HR 340: "Hamas International Financing Prevention Act" (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 5692: "Ukraine Security Assistance and Oversight Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2024" (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 8034: "Israel Security Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2024" (votesmart.org)
  • "With passage of yesterday’s spending bill, we avoided a shutdown & the government will stay open through 2023! Dems again lead while maga republicans lie. Ukraine has additional aid to beat back Russia. Why? B/c a threat to Democracy anywhere is a threat to Democracy everywhere!" (x.com)
  • Voted in favor of HR 5692: "Ukraine Security Assistance and Oversight Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2024" (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 8035: "Ukraine Security Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2024" (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 7520: "Protecting Americans' Data from Foreign Adversaries Act of 2024" (votesmart.org)

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