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Maria Cantwell's Issue Positions (Political Courage Test)

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Maria Cantwell did not provide voters with positions on key issues covered by the 2024 Political Courage Test, despite repeated requests from Vote Smart and voters like you.

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Issue Positions

For Presidential and Congressional candidates who refuse to provide voters with their positions, Vote Smart has researched their public records to determine their likely responses. These issue positions are from 2024.

  • "Instead of celebrating the 50 year anniversary of Roe v Wade today, we’re faced with a dangerous new reality: reproductive rights have been stripped away." (x.com)
  • "NOW: I’m joining @PattyMurray and @SenateDems following the 50-year anniversary of Roe v. Wade. Republican-appointed judges ignored the beliefs of nearly 70% of Americans and stripped away our right to privacy. I will fight to restore these rights with a strong federal statute." (x.com)
  • "The devastating results of overturning Roe v. Wade are clear." (x.com)
  • "We need to fight for Roe v. Wade in every state in America and show people we are going to fight for reproductive rights." (x.com)
  • Voted in favor of H.R. 3755 "Women’s Health Protection Act of 2021" (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "56 years ago today, #Medicare and #Medicaid were signed into law. Over 100 million Americans, including millions of Washingtonians rely on these vital programs for affordable healthcare. We need to protect these critical programs and improve them." (x.com)
  • "On the 88th anniversary of Social Security, we recognize that millions of Americans rely on Social Security benefits. I will continue to work in the Senate to uphold the integrity of the Social Security program." (x.com)
  • Rated 100% by the National Committee to Preserve Social Security and Medicare (NCPSM) (justfacts.votesmart.org)
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  • "No one should be treated or suffer like George Floyd. Mr. Floyd’s family deserves justice. We all should speak out against injustice. Police officers have to be accountable and act within the law. The US Department of Justice must provide the strong oversight required to make sure civil rights laws are followed and provide federal assistance and support for reforms to make sure cities and local police departments are upholding civil liberties & constitutional rights." (x.com)
  • "The Senate must pass the #JusticeInPolicing Act to protect Americans’ civil liberties & ensure police are accountable to uphold them. This is a civil rights issue. It’s about fighting for equal protection under the law." (x.com)
  • "I believe we should have a prohibition on chokeholds and knee restraints, more federal support for de-escalation training, mandatory body cameras, independent investigations and prosecutions when deadly force is used, and accountability for community policing." (x.com)
  • "Yesterday I spoke on the Senate floor about the death of George Floyd and the need for federal oversight & policing reform. We need better laws on the books—we need to act here in Washington, DC." (x.com)
  • "It’s National #CleanEnergyWeek! Investing in clean energy and modernizing our nation’s grid will make America’s electricity supplies more secure, abundant & affordable all while creating new jobs." (x.com)
  • "The infrastructure law continues to give Washington's growing economy a big boost. Spokane International is one of 57 WA airports that have received money to upgrade their service." (x.com)
  • Voted in favor of HR 3684 "Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act" (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "Thank you for your support of the Low Income Housing Tax Credit, our most effective tool to increase the number of affordable housing units in Washington state and across the country." (x.com)
  • "The State of Washington’s economy is growing, and we need more affordable housing options. These grants to five housing programs across the state will provide housing infrastructure and services for over 100,000 people." (x.com)
  • "The affordable housing crisis is a supply issue. The Build Back Better Act will invest $11.7 billion to increase the desperately needed supply of affordable housing, including 27,000 units in Washington state." (x.com)
  • "The cost of housing has gone up because we haven't built enough supply. This week I spoke on the Senate floor in favor of legislation that will build more supply and bring down those costs." (x.com)
  • Voted in favor of HR 5376 "Inflation Reduction Act of 2022" (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "The Inflation Reduction Act is working. It's working in the State of Washington with federal investments, it's reducing costs for consumers, and it's building our future jobs and economy." (x.com)
  • Voted in favor of H.R. 4521 "America COMPETES Act of 2022" (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "Judge Kavanaugh has ruled in favor of a restrictive voter identification law, supported expanded warrantless surveillance, and maintained that the FCC’s net neutrality rule was unconstitutional. After having reviewed his full record, I oppose his confirmation." (x.com)
  • "We have a responsibility to guard against inequality and injustice at the polls. Every citizen deserves an equal say in their government. #BloodySunday" (x.com)
  • "It’s National #CleanEnergyWeek! Investing in clean energy and modernizing our nation’s grid will make America’s electricity supplies more secure, abundant & affordable all while creating new jobs." (x.com)
  • "The American Energy Innovation Act will provide a big boost for the clean energy solutions we need while keeping our nation’s energy supplies secure, abundant, and affordable." (x.com)
  • "Washington has come out on top on this highly competitive billion dollar federal award because we've been innovating and collaborating on clean energy technology for decades." (x.com)
  • Rated 100% by the League of Conservation Voters (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "Our public lands generate billions in revenues and support millions of outdoor economy jobs. The economic return of public lands is phenomenal, and that’s why this investment, which comes from oil companies not taxpayers, is one of the smartest fiscal policies we could ever make." (x.com)
  • "Six decades after President Eisenhower enacted permanent protections for the irreplaceable Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, President Trump is announcing he will sell the rights to drill and destroy this fragile million year-old ecosystem." (x.com)
  • "The #GreatAmericanOutdoorsAct is a victory for the vast majority of Americans who do not support this administration’s efforts to try and dig, drill, or log seemingly every last acre of our public lands." (x.com)
  • "The Arctic National Wildlife Refuge’s coastal plain and nearby waters are critical habitat for endangered polar bears. We can’t turn this land into an oil field." (x.com)
  • "The Senate must pass common sense measures to combat gun violence such as background checks and red flag laws." (x.com)
  • "Gun safety measures like red flag laws and more background checks for those under 21 are important measures to support. I look forward to reviewing the full text of this proposal and working to improve gun safety at the federal level." (x.com)
  • "Too many Americans have been impacted by gun violence, and too many places have been the sites of these attacks. It is past time for us to act on legislation that we know the American people support and take common sense steps to end gun violence." (x.com)
  • Rated 0% by the NRA (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "The Affordable Care Act was signed into law 14 years ago today. Thanks to the #ACA, millions of Americans have better access to affordable health care through Medicaid expansion and protections for people with pre-existing conditions. #ACA14 I will continue working to drive down health care costs and to ensure that all Americans have access to high-quality health care." (x.com)
  • "The moment is here for all of us to stand up and advocate for health care. The Affordable Care Act must not be struck down, and Congress must fight for great access to #healthcare in this country. #ProtectOurCare #ACA" (x.com)
  • "Under the Affordable Care Act, you can't be denied insurance or charged more because of a health issue you had before signing up. We need to protect these provisions & ensure everyone can access affordable #healthcare, regardless of medical history. #ProtectOurCare" (x.com)
  • "I support the Democratic proposal to provide free testing for #COVID19; paid family & sick leave for those impacted, emergency unemployment insurance for those unable to work due to the outbreak, & food security for children on the school lunch program, SNAP, & our seniors." (x.com)
  • Voted in favor of HR 6201 "Families First Coronavirus Response Act" (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "I was proud to vote for the #CoastGuard legislation that passed in the Senate yesterday, strengthening paid family leave policies for @USCG members and their families. #PFL" (x.com)
  • "I’m proud to join @SenatorBaldwin in introducing a resolution to overturn the Trump administration’s expansion of junk health insurance plans that can exclude basic benefits like hospital stays, prescription drugs, and maternity care. #NoJunkPlans" (x.com)
  • "I was in Seattle to talk with local pharmacists and community stakeholders on the urgent need for legislation to lower prescription drug costs. My bipartisan Pharmacy Benefit Manager Transparency Act will help lower costs for many consumers." (x.com)
  • "I've introduced legislation with my colleagues to lower the skyrocketing cost of prescription drugs faced by millions of Americans. 1 bill empowers #Medicare to negotiate lower drug prices for seniors, the other would allow Americans to import safe, low-cost medicine from Canada." (x.com)
  • "This bill is a first step toward lowering prescription drug prices in Washington state. It would help 830,000 Washingtonians by reducing what seniors pay at the pharmacy counter and shining a light on the drug industry, all while saving taxpayers money in the process." (x.com)
  • "We have to continue to be serious about inflation. People are paying high costs for medication & we finally have federal legislation to help the almost 1 million Medicare prescription drug plan beneficiaries in our state by being able to negotiate the price of prescription drugs." (x.com)
  • "It is deeply disturbing to see the administration unilaterally raid funds from these vital projects in Washington and across the country to fund an ineffective, completely unnecessary border wall. Our men and women in uniform deserve better." (x.com)
  • Rated 10% by NumbersUSA (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Rated 6% by the Federation for American Immigration Reform (FAIR) (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "Every day, Dreamers contribute to our state and country, serving as health care professionals, teachers, members of the military, and in many other fields. They should not have to live in fear for their future." (x.com)
  • "Today, we recognize the 10th anniversary of DACA and the 17,500 WA recipients who are working, attending school and investing in their communities. Our diversity builds a stronger economy and a better society. We must move forward on a path to citizenship for these young people." (x.com)
  • "The United States should use our economic might with sanctions and further economic measures to put additional pressures against Russia." (x.com)
  • "The world community, unified in condemning the Russian invasion of democratic Ukraine, should now work together to meet immediate energy needs without the use of Russian oil." (x.com)
  • Voted in favor of S 1 "Strengthening America's Security in the Middle East Act of 2019" (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "I support President Biden’s decision, in coordination with the European Union, Canada, the United Kingdom and Japan, to remove Russia from the list of "most favored nations" for trade." (x.com)
  • "It is up to the House to pass this Senate-approved funding package that delivers vital support to our democratic allies Israel, Ukraine, and Taiwan, as well as desperately needed humanitarian assistance to Gaza and Ukraine." (x.com)
  • "It’s urgent the U.S. deliver the support for Ukraine to keep fighting Russia’s unprovoked war. It is critical to preserving democracies in the region and protecting America’s immediate and long-term national security." (x.com)
  • Voted in favor of HR 6833 "Continuing Appropriations and Ukraine Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2023" (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • " I understand the new challenges we face with digital censorship, bit coin and digital currency, AI, and data privacy."

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