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April 23, 2020 Tweet - "#RamadanMubarak to everyone observing in Illinois and around the world. Especially in these times may the holy month bring you good health, strength, and peace." Sen. Dick Durbin
April 21, 2020 Tweet - "Today, on Yom HaShoah, #WeRemember the millions of Jews whose lives were stolen by the hatred and bigotry that was unleashed in the Holocaust. May we never again allow ourselves to turn a blind eye to such atrocities & crimes against humanity." Sen. Dick Durbin
April 12, 2020 Tweet - "Wishing a happy #Easter to all those celebrating in Illinois and around the world. In the midst of these unprecedented circumstances, I hope you all are able to virtually connect with family, friends, and loved ones this holiday weekend." Sen. Dick Durbin
April 11, 2020 Tweet - "Rochester, Illinois is more than a great football town. The outpouring of donations for the Christian Church food pantry shows Midwestern spirit at its best." Sen. Dick Durbin
April 9, 2020 Tweet - "Chag Sameach to all those celebrating #Passover in Illinois and around the world." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 23, 2020 Tweet - "The President's words matter. I had my differences with Pres. Bush, but after 9/11, in the face of hateful, Islamophobic attacks, he worked to bring the nation together & urged us all to respect one another." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 12, 2020 Letter to Religious Institutions - Durbin Informs Illinois Religious Institutions Of Nonprofit Security Grant Funding Sen. Dick Durbin
March 10, 2020 Tweet - "Proud to cosponsor @SenJackyRosen 's bipartisan #NeverAgain Education Act to fund Holocaust education in our schools. With anti-Semitism on the rise across the United States, we must take steps to ensure that future generations do not forget the horrors of the Holocaust." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 6, 2020 Tweet - "President Trump issued the second version of his discriminatory and unconstitutional Muslim travel ban three years ago today. In the time since, it has separated families, devastated communities, wasted taxpayer money, and made America less safe." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 3, 2020 Tweet - "Deeply saddened by the passing of Baba Punjab Singh nearly 8 years after he was wounded during the hate-fueled attack on the Sikh community at the Oak Creek Gurdwara in Wisconsin. My prayers are with his loved ones during this difficult time." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 19, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Eugene Scalia, Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Labor - Van Hollen, Murray, Democrats Push Departments of Education and Labor to Withdraw Rules Allowing for Federally Sanctioned Discrimination Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Feb. 14, 2020 Congressman Lamborn Joins Lawmakers Signing an Amicus Brief Supporting Religious Liberty Rep. Robin Kelly, ...
Feb. 4, 2020 Tweet - "Increased safety measures are an urgent issue for synagogues & other religious institutions & houses of worship. We must stand up to anti-Semitism & hate-fueled violence. I will continue to work to fund nonprofit security grants & pass my Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 1, 2020 Tweet - "Just days after the third anniversary of the original Muslim travel ban, President Trump has doubled down on this un-American action by instituting a travel ban that will hurt innocent people seeking reunion with their families and refuge from life-threatening situations." Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 29, 2020 Tweet - "Pres Trump's Muslim travel ban was the first of many anti-immigrant & anti-refugee policies to come out of his Admin. I intro'd a resolution w/ @SenBlumenthal & @SenDuckworth to send the message that Congress remains committed to helping those in need, regardless of the President." Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 27, 2020 Never Again Education Act Rep. Brad Schneider
Jan. 27, 2020 Tweet - "On #HolocaustMemorialDay, we remember the millions of lives that were lost 75 years ago and honor the survivors who faced immeasurable horrors with courage & resolve. We must re-commit ourselves to fighting anti-Semitism and hate wherever it may surface. #NeverAgain" Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 27, 2020 Tweet - "Three years ago today, within a week of assuming office, President Trump issued the first version of his Muslim travel ban. The ugliness of that moment--and the subsequent campaign to uphold the ban in court--has done lasting damage." Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 27, 2020 On anniversary of Trump's Muslim ban, Coons, Chu, faith and civil rights leaders call for passage of NO BAN Act Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Jan. 24, 2020 Congressman Brad Schneider Delivers Weekly Democratic Address on 75th Anniversary of Liberation of Auschwitz Rep. Brad Schneider
Jan. 23, 2020 Tweet - "On the 75th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz, we mourn the victims, honor the survivors, and recommit ourselves to fighting anti-Semitism and racism. #NeverAgain" Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 10, 2020 Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General of the U.S. Department of Justice, and the Hon. Christopher Wray, Dir. of the Federal Bureau of Investigations - In Aftermath Of Recent Attacks, Durbin Again Calls For Trump Admin To Step Up Efforts To Combat Domestic Terrorism & Hate Crimes Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 10, 2020 Tweet - "Proud to stand by leaders from the Jewish, Muslim, African-American, Latino, Sikh, and LGBTQ+ communities at @loop_chicago in the fight to combat violent domestic extremism. The threat of hate crimes and domestic terrorism is not new, but has increased sharply in recent years." Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 6, 2020 Tweet - "I am proud to stand with the Jewish community on #JewishandProud Day. The recent rise in anti-Semitic attacks & hate crimes across the U.S. is absolutely unacceptable. Congress must pass my Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act and the Jabara-Heyer NO HATE Act immediately." Sen. Dick Durbin
Dec. 30, 2019 Tweet - "The shooting that took place in a Texas church yesterday is a sad reminder that not even houses of worship are safe from the threat of gun violence. My heart breaks for the victims and their families and my prayers are with them as they grieve and begin the healing process." Sen. Dick Durbin
Dec. 30, 2019 Tweet - "The anti-Semitic attack in New York is a horrifying tragedy and part of a disturbing trend that must be addressed immediately. Congress must stand in solidarity with the Jewish community to fight the rise in anti-Semitism that is currently taking place across the United States." Sen. Dick Durbin
Dec. 20, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Schneider, Wasserman Schultz Lead Jewish Members of Congress in Call for Dismissal of White House Senior Advisor Stephen Miller Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
Dec. 11, 2019 Tweet - "The upsurge in attacks on Jewish communities in the U.S. is unacceptable. The horrific shooting in Jersey City yesterday is just the latest example. My prayers are with the victims, their families, & the brave first responders who risked their lives to protect others." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 18, 2019 Rep. LaHood Statement on Archbishop Fulton Sheen Rep. Darin LaHood
Nov. 8, 2019 Durbin, Menendez, Cardin Introduce Resolution Recognizing Sikh Americans Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 8, 2019 Tweet - "Sikh Americans have added to the social, cultural, & economic diversity of the US, and have served honorably in our military. Proud to introduce a resolution w/ @SenatorMenendez & @SenatorCardin recognizing the contributions of Sikh Americans ahead of Guru Nanak's 550th birthday." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 27, 2019 Tweet - "Today marks one year since an anti-Semitic terrorist attack on the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh. My thoughts and prayers are with the victims, and their families, friends, and loved ones." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 27, 2019 Tweet - "Wishing a happy Festival of Lights to all those celebrating #Diwali today. May your day be full of happiness, peace, and light." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 17, 2019 Tweet - "Grateful to meet with Sister Mary Haddad today, the new President and CEO of @TheCHAUSA. Sister Mary is a strong ally in the fight to protect the Affordable Care Act and the care it provides to millions of Americans." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 9, 2019 Tweet - "Wishing an easy fast and blessed day to all those observing Yom Kippur in Illinois, across the U.S., and around the world." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 29, 2019 Tweet - "Shana Tova to all those observing Rosh Hashanah in Illinois, across the United States, and around the world." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 27, 2019 Rep. Ilhan Omar and Members of Congress Urge India to Restore Communication in Kashmir Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
Sept. 18, 2019 Menendez, Rubio, Gardner, Durbin, Coons, Introduce Bill to Reauthorize U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
July 30, 2019 Congressman Krishnamoorthi Leads 28 Of His Colleagues On Bill To Establish Commission To Investigate Hate Crimes Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
May 1, 2019 Stop Anti-Semitism Rep. Brad Schneider
April 28, 2019 Tweet - "On the 6 month anniversary of the tragic shooting at the Tree of Life synagogue, another synagogue in CA was targeted by an extremist with a gun. My heart breaks for the Chabad of Poway synagogue & its community. As a nation, we cannot stand for this increase in hate violence." Sen. Dick Durbin
April 15, 2019 Letter to Chairman Capito and Ranking Member Tester - Senators Heinrich, Mc Sally, and Colleagues Request $75 Million for Safeguarding Faith-Based Communities Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
April 10, 2019 Durbin, Duckworth Join Colleagues to Push for Repeal of Muslim Travel Ban, Prevent Future Discriminatory Bans Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
March 22, 2019 Tweet - "All too often religious institutions such as synagogues, mosques & other houses of worship are targets of hate crimes--from vandalism to violent attacks. We must ensure nonprofit organizations have the resources to secure their facilities. My letter to IL religious institutions:" Sen. Dick Durbin
March 21, 2019 Letter to the Honorable Lynn Johnson, Assistant Secretary of Administration for Children and Families and Director Severino, Director of the Office for Civil Rights - Lewis, Davis Seek Info on HHS Waiver to Permit Discrimination Against Prospective Foster Parents Rep. Danny Davis, ...
March 17, 2019 Tweet - "Standing in solidarity with the Muslim community today at a vigil in remembrance of the victims of Friday's brutal and senseless massacre in New Zealand. We must all stand together in opposition to anyone who tries to divide us from our brothers and sisters of every faith." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 15, 2019 Durbin Statement On New Zealand Mosque Massacre Sen. Dick Durbin
March 15, 2019 Tweet - "The massacre at the Al Noor Mosque and Linwood Mosque in Christchurch, New Zealand, was spawned by white supremacy and hatred of Muslims and immigrants. My heart goes out to the victims of this devastating attack, their families, and the communities affected." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 13, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Alex M. Azar, HHS - Revoke Waiver Allowing South Carolina Child Welfare Agencies to Discriminate Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Feb. 11, 2019 Statement on U.S. -Israel Relationship Rep. Brad Schneider
Date Title Politician
April 23, 2020 Tweet - "#RamadanMubarak to everyone observing in Illinois and around the world. Especially in these times may the holy month bring you good health, strength, and peace." Sen.Dick Durbin
April 21, 2020 Tweet - "Today, on Yom HaShoah, #WeRemember the millions of Jews whose lives were stolen by the hatred and bigotry that was unleashed in the Holocaust. May we never again allow ourselves to turn a blind eye to such atrocities & crimes against humanity." Sen.Dick Durbin
April 12, 2020 Tweet - "Wishing a happy #Easter to all those celebrating in Illinois and around the world. In the midst of these unprecedented circumstances, I hope you all are able to virtually connect with family, friends, and loved ones this holiday weekend." Sen.Dick Durbin
April 11, 2020 Tweet - "Rochester, Illinois is more than a great football town. The outpouring of donations for the Christian Church food pantry shows Midwestern spirit at its best." Sen.Dick Durbin
April 9, 2020 Tweet - "Chag Sameach to all those celebrating #Passover in Illinois and around the world." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 23, 2020 Tweet - "The President's words matter. I had my differences with Pres. Bush, but after 9/11, in the face of hateful, Islamophobic attacks, he worked to bring the nation together & urged us all to respect one another." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 12, 2020 Letter to Religious Institutions - Durbin Informs Illinois Religious Institutions Of Nonprofit Security Grant Funding Sen.Dick Durbin
March 10, 2020 Tweet - "Proud to cosponsor @SenJackyRosen 's bipartisan #NeverAgain Education Act to fund Holocaust education in our schools. With anti-Semitism on the rise across the United States, we must take steps to ensure that future generations do not forget the horrors of the Holocaust." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 6, 2020 Tweet - "President Trump issued the second version of his discriminatory and unconstitutional Muslim travel ban three years ago today. In the time since, it has separated families, devastated communities, wasted taxpayer money, and made America less safe." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 3, 2020 Tweet - "Deeply saddened by the passing of Baba Punjab Singh nearly 8 years after he was wounded during the hate-fueled attack on the Sikh community at the Oak Creek Gurdwara in Wisconsin. My prayers are with his loved ones during this difficult time." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 19, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Eugene Scalia, Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Labor - Van Hollen, Murray, Democrats Push Departments of Education and Labor to Withdraw Rules Allowing for Federally Sanctioned Discrimination Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Feb. 14, 2020 Congressman Lamborn Joins Lawmakers Signing an Amicus Brief Supporting Religious Liberty Rep.Robin Kelly, ...
Feb. 4, 2020 Tweet - "Increased safety measures are an urgent issue for synagogues & other religious institutions & houses of worship. We must stand up to anti-Semitism & hate-fueled violence. I will continue to work to fund nonprofit security grants & pass my Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 1, 2020 Tweet - "Just days after the third anniversary of the original Muslim travel ban, President Trump has doubled down on this un-American action by instituting a travel ban that will hurt innocent people seeking reunion with their families and refuge from life-threatening situations." Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 29, 2020 Tweet - "Pres Trump's Muslim travel ban was the first of many anti-immigrant & anti-refugee policies to come out of his Admin. I intro'd a resolution w/ @SenBlumenthal & @SenDuckworth to send the message that Congress remains committed to helping those in need, regardless of the President." Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 27, 2020 Never Again Education Act Rep.Brad Schneider
Jan. 27, 2020 Tweet - "On #HolocaustMemorialDay, we remember the millions of lives that were lost 75 years ago and honor the survivors who faced immeasurable horrors with courage & resolve. We must re-commit ourselves to fighting anti-Semitism and hate wherever it may surface. #NeverAgain" Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 27, 2020 Tweet - "Three years ago today, within a week of assuming office, President Trump issued the first version of his Muslim travel ban. The ugliness of that moment--and the subsequent campaign to uphold the ban in court--has done lasting damage." Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 27, 2020 On anniversary of Trump's Muslim ban, Coons, Chu, faith and civil rights leaders call for passage of NO BAN Act Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Jan. 24, 2020 Congressman Brad Schneider Delivers Weekly Democratic Address on 75th Anniversary of Liberation of Auschwitz Rep.Brad Schneider
Jan. 23, 2020 Tweet - "On the 75th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz, we mourn the victims, honor the survivors, and recommit ourselves to fighting anti-Semitism and racism. #NeverAgain" Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 10, 2020 Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General of the U.S. Department of Justice, and the Hon. Christopher Wray, Dir. of the Federal Bureau of Investigations - In Aftermath Of Recent Attacks, Durbin Again Calls For Trump Admin To Step Up Efforts To Combat Domestic Terrorism & Hate Crimes Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 10, 2020 Tweet - "Proud to stand by leaders from the Jewish, Muslim, African-American, Latino, Sikh, and LGBTQ+ communities at @loop_chicago in the fight to combat violent domestic extremism. The threat of hate crimes and domestic terrorism is not new, but has increased sharply in recent years." Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 6, 2020 Tweet - "I am proud to stand with the Jewish community on #JewishandProud Day. The recent rise in anti-Semitic attacks & hate crimes across the U.S. is absolutely unacceptable. Congress must pass my Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act and the Jabara-Heyer NO HATE Act immediately." Sen.Dick Durbin
Dec. 30, 2019 Tweet - "The shooting that took place in a Texas church yesterday is a sad reminder that not even houses of worship are safe from the threat of gun violence. My heart breaks for the victims and their families and my prayers are with them as they grieve and begin the healing process." Sen.Dick Durbin
Dec. 30, 2019 Tweet - "The anti-Semitic attack in New York is a horrifying tragedy and part of a disturbing trend that must be addressed immediately. Congress must stand in solidarity with the Jewish community to fight the rise in anti-Semitism that is currently taking place across the United States." Sen.Dick Durbin
Dec. 20, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Schneider, Wasserman Schultz Lead Jewish Members of Congress in Call for Dismissal of White House Senior Advisor Stephen Miller Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
Dec. 11, 2019 Tweet - "The upsurge in attacks on Jewish communities in the U.S. is unacceptable. The horrific shooting in Jersey City yesterday is just the latest example. My prayers are with the victims, their families, & the brave first responders who risked their lives to protect others." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 18, 2019 Rep. LaHood Statement on Archbishop Fulton Sheen Rep.Darin LaHood
Nov. 8, 2019 Durbin, Menendez, Cardin Introduce Resolution Recognizing Sikh Americans Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 8, 2019 Tweet - "Sikh Americans have added to the social, cultural, & economic diversity of the US, and have served honorably in our military. Proud to introduce a resolution w/ @SenatorMenendez & @SenatorCardin recognizing the contributions of Sikh Americans ahead of Guru Nanak's 550th birthday." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 27, 2019 Tweet - "Today marks one year since an anti-Semitic terrorist attack on the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh. My thoughts and prayers are with the victims, and their families, friends, and loved ones." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 27, 2019 Tweet - "Wishing a happy Festival of Lights to all those celebrating #Diwali today. May your day be full of happiness, peace, and light." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 17, 2019 Tweet - "Grateful to meet with Sister Mary Haddad today, the new President and CEO of @TheCHAUSA. Sister Mary is a strong ally in the fight to protect the Affordable Care Act and the care it provides to millions of Americans." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 9, 2019 Tweet - "Wishing an easy fast and blessed day to all those observing Yom Kippur in Illinois, across the U.S., and around the world." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 29, 2019 Tweet - "Shana Tova to all those observing Rosh Hashanah in Illinois, across the United States, and around the world." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 27, 2019 Rep. Ilhan Omar and Members of Congress Urge India to Restore Communication in Kashmir Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
Sept. 18, 2019 Menendez, Rubio, Gardner, Durbin, Coons, Introduce Bill to Reauthorize U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
July 30, 2019 Congressman Krishnamoorthi Leads 28 Of His Colleagues On Bill To Establish Commission To Investigate Hate Crimes Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
May 1, 2019 Stop Anti-Semitism Rep.Brad Schneider
April 28, 2019 Tweet - "On the 6 month anniversary of the tragic shooting at the Tree of Life synagogue, another synagogue in CA was targeted by an extremist with a gun. My heart breaks for the Chabad of Poway synagogue & its community. As a nation, we cannot stand for this increase in hate violence." Sen.Dick Durbin
April 15, 2019 Letter to Chairman Capito and Ranking Member Tester - Senators Heinrich, Mc Sally, and Colleagues Request $75 Million for Safeguarding Faith-Based Communities Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
April 10, 2019 Durbin, Duckworth Join Colleagues to Push for Repeal of Muslim Travel Ban, Prevent Future Discriminatory Bans Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
March 22, 2019 Tweet - "All too often religious institutions such as synagogues, mosques & other houses of worship are targets of hate crimes--from vandalism to violent attacks. We must ensure nonprofit organizations have the resources to secure their facilities. My letter to IL religious institutions:" Sen.Dick Durbin
March 21, 2019 Letter to the Honorable Lynn Johnson, Assistant Secretary of Administration for Children and Families and Director Severino, Director of the Office for Civil Rights - Lewis, Davis Seek Info on HHS Waiver to Permit Discrimination Against Prospective Foster Parents Rep.Danny Davis, ...
March 17, 2019 Tweet - "Standing in solidarity with the Muslim community today at a vigil in remembrance of the victims of Friday's brutal and senseless massacre in New Zealand. We must all stand together in opposition to anyone who tries to divide us from our brothers and sisters of every faith." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 15, 2019 Durbin Statement On New Zealand Mosque Massacre Sen.Dick Durbin
March 15, 2019 Tweet - "The massacre at the Al Noor Mosque and Linwood Mosque in Christchurch, New Zealand, was spawned by white supremacy and hatred of Muslims and immigrants. My heart goes out to the victims of this devastating attack, their families, and the communities affected." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 13, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Alex M. Azar, HHS - Revoke Waiver Allowing South Carolina Child Welfare Agencies to Discriminate Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Feb. 11, 2019 Statement on U.S. -Israel Relationship Rep.Brad Schneider
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