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Sept. 14, 2022
Rep. Cammack Joins Reps. Carter, Harshbarger As Co-Sponsor On Bill Protecting Pharmacists' First Amendment Rights
Rep. Kat Cammack
Sept. 14, 2022
Tweet - "Justice Thomas has been very clear that the Supreme Court decision protecting marriage equality should be reconsidered. We have a responsibility to act, and this Senate will vote on protecting marriage equality."
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Sept. 14, 2022
Carter introduces bill protecting pharmacists' First Amendment rights
Rep. Buddy Carter, ...
Sept. 12, 2022
Tweet - "Justice Thomas has opened the door to this MAGA Supreme Court going even further saying that cases like Obergefell--which protects marriage equality for now--should be revisited. We have a responsibility to act. This Senate will vote on protecting marriage equality."
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Sept. 12, 2022
Tweet - "The Senate should stand together, and with the American people, in support of marriage equality."
Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Sept. 9, 2022
Tweet - "Families deserve the promise that their marriage is legal -- regardless of their sex, race, ethnicity, or national origin. I'm working to make sure that promise becomes a reality."
Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Sept. 9, 2022
Rep. Torres Introduces the Racial Impact Statement Act of 2022
Rep. Ritchie Torres
Sept. 8, 2022
Sen. Murray Statement on Ruling Against ACA Threatening Access to PrEP and Preventive Care, Including Birth Control
Sen. Patty Murray
Sept. 8, 2022
Sen. Cruz Statement On Democrats Withdrawing Journalism Bill After Passage of His Free Speech Protection Amendment
Sen. Ted Cruz
Sept. 8, 2022
Tweet - "While MAGA Republicans escalate their rhetoric against marriage equality, we've heard Senate Republicans suggest that a vote isn't necessary. With the threat from the MAGA Supreme Court, we have a responsibility to act. This Senate will vote on the Respect For Marriage Act."
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Sept. 8, 2022
Tweet - "We must protect the freedom and rights of same-sex & interracial marriage. RT if you agree! #PasstheRespectforMarriageAct"
Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Sept. 7, 2022
The Senate Must Stand Together on Marriage Equality
Sen. Susan Collins
Sept. 7, 2022
Congresswoman Nikema Williams Leads 118 Colleagues in Breaking Down Barriers to the Ballot Box
Rep. Raul Ruiz, ...
Sept. 7, 2022
Tweet - "Americans overwhelmingly support #MarriageEquality. It's time for the Senate to pass the bipartisan Respect for Marriage Act to ensure that all Americans are treated fairly and equally under the law."
Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Sept. 1, 2022
Comer Introduces Bill to Stop Biden Administration from Pressuring Social Media Companies to Censor Americans
Rep. Jamie Comer, ...
Aug. 28, 2022
Tweet - "In 1963, thousands of Americans participated in the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom to help bring a new dawn to our nation. As we reflect upon what those demonstrators sought to achieve, it is clear that we have made progress, but we still have a long way to go."
Rep. Jim Clyburn
Aug. 28, 2022
Tweet - "In 1963, thousands of Americans participated in the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom to help bring a new dawn to our nation. As we reflect upon what those demonstrators sought to achieve, it is clear that we have made progress, but we still have a long way to go."
Rep. Jim Clyburn
Aug. 28, 2022
Tweet - "In 1963, thousands of Americans participated in the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom to help bring a new dawn to our nation. As we reflect upon what those demonstrators sought to achieve, it is clear that we have made progress, but we still have a long way to go."
Rep. Jim Clyburn
Aug. 26, 2022
Tweet - "We cannot mistake progress for victory as we celebrate #WomensEqualityDay. We must continue working to restore and advance the rights and freedoms of all women across America."
Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Aug. 23, 2022
Shaheen, Kuster & Pappas Join More than 100 Members of Congress in Amicus Brief to Oppose Weakening of Nondiscrimination Laws in 303 Creative LLC v. Elenis
Rep. Chris Pappas
Aug. 22, 2022
Klobuchar, Kennedy, Cicilline, Buck, Durbin, Nadler Release Updated Bipartisan Journalism Bill
Rep. Jerry Nadler, ...
Aug. 18, 2022
Tweet - "Wisconsin was the first state to ratify the #19thAmendment as America took a big step forward in giving all women the right to vote. Today, we celebrate our commitment to the idea that progress on voting rights and women's rights should always move in one direction. #Forward"
Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Aug. 18, 2022
Tweet - "Even 102 years after the 19th amendment was ratified, women--and in particular women of color--often face barriers to exercising their constitutional right to vote. We have got to do more to protect and strengthen federal voting rights protections. RT if you're with me."
Sen. Patty Murray
Aug. 15, 2022
Chairman Raskin Introduces Legislation Establishing Federal Anti-SLAPP Statute to Protect First Amendment Rights
Rep. Jamie Raskin
Aug. 9, 2022
Womack Statement on Raid of Mar-a-Lago
Rep. Steve Womack
Aug. 6, 2022
Tweet - "The right to vote is foundational to our democracy. That was true 57 years ago when the Voting Rights Act was signed into law, and it's especially true today. I will never stop fighting to pass strong federal voting rights legislation."
Sen. Patty Murray
Aug. 3, 2022
Rep. Sharice Davids' Statement on the Constitutional Amendment Results
Rep. Sharice Davids
Aug. 3, 2022
Booker, Blumenthal, Schatz, Wyden, Padilla Introduce College Athletes Bill of Rights
Sen. Cory Booker
Aug. 2, 2022
Feinstein, Kaine, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Protect Federal Worker Rights
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Aug. 1, 2022
Letter to Janet Yellen, Secretary of the Treasury, Charles Rettig, Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service - DelBene, Huffman Call on IRS to Review Tax-Exempt "Church Status' for Known Hate Group
Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
July 29, 2022
Tweet - "Where's the respect for free speech and freedom of press, @Twitter ? We all remember your biased censorship of @nypost and how that ended for you."
Sen. Rick Scott
July 28, 2022
Tweet - "We are almost there! Call your Senator now and tell them to support #MarriageEquality and vote YES on the #RespectForMarriageAct"
Sen. Tammy Baldwin
July 28, 2022
Pressley Unveils Bill to Address Credit Issues Faced by Trans, Nonbinary Folks Following Legal Name Changes
Rep. Ayanna Pressley
July 28, 2022
Amid Reports of Deaths and Racial Profiling Under Operation Lone Star, Congressman Castro Calls on DOJ to Protect Civil Rights in Texas
Rep. Joaquin Castro
July 27, 2022
Tweet - "We're making progress to protect the progress we've made on marriage equality. #RespectforMarriageAct"
Sen. Tammy Baldwin
July 27, 2022
NEWS: Congressmen Bowman, Johnson Introduce Bill to Protect Artists' 1st Amendment Rights
Rep. Hank Johnson, ...
July 27, 2022
Congressmen Johnson, Bowman Introduce Bill To Protect Artists' 1st Amendment Rights
Rep. Hank Johnson
July 26, 2022
Vicious right-wing attacks, hateful rhetoric, and discriminatory laws
Rep. Jim McGovern
July 26, 2022
Rep. Pressley's Statement on Massachusetts' Enactment of CROWN Act
Rep. Ayanna Pressley
July 26, 2022
Neal Applauds Biden Administration's Proposed Rule to Advance Equity and Enshrine Civil Rights Protections in Health Care
Rep. Richard Neal
July 26, 2022
Pelosi Statement on the 32nd Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act
Rep. Nancy Pelosi
July 26, 2022
Tweet - "Today marks 32 years of the Americans with Disabilities Act, landmark legislation to help ensure every American has equal opportunity in our society. As we celebrate our progress, may we continue the work to build a more inclusive, equitable and accessible America."
Rep. Jim Clyburn
July 26, 2022
Ranking Member Risch Opening Statement at Hearing on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility in U.S. Diplomacy
Sen. Jim Risch
July 25, 2022
Tweet - "House Democrats have already passed legislation that will benefit American families; like our bills to cap the monthly cost of insulin at $35, protect access to contraception, and protect marriage equality. We need the Senate to send these bills to the President's desk."
Rep. Jim Clyburn
July 25, 2022
Tweet - "Today, I celebrate the life and legacy of McKinley Washington. He was a fierce advocate for the Sea Islands of SC and spent his life fighting for equity and a better quality of life for the communities he represented. May he rest in power."
Rep. Jim Clyburn
July 22, 2022
Congresswoman Scanlon Votes to Protect Right to Marriage Equality, Contraception Amid Right-wing Threats
Rep. Mary Scanlon
July 22, 2022
Representative Adriano Espaillat Votes to Protect Marriage Equality Amid Right-Wing Threats
Rep. Adriano Espaillat
July 22, 2022
Representative Chrissy Houlahan Votes to Protect Marriage Equality
Rep. Chrissy Houlahan
July 21, 2022
Owens Backs House Resolution to Bar Biden's Proposed Title IX Rule
Rep. Clarence Owens
July 21, 2022
Tweet - "Today, 197 Members of @HouseGOP made clear that they don't believe women have a right to contraception. These extremist Republicans don't want women to have birth control - they want to control women. And @HouseDemocrats are fighting back!"
Rep. Nancy Pelosi
Date
Title
Politician
Sept. 14, 2022
Rep. Cammack Joins Reps. Carter, Harshbarger As Co-Sponsor On Bill Protecting Pharmacists' First Amendment Rights
Rep.Kat Cammack
Sept. 14, 2022
Tweet - "Justice Thomas has been very clear that the Supreme Court decision protecting marriage equality should be reconsidered. We have a responsibility to act, and this Senate will vote on protecting marriage equality."
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Sept. 14, 2022
Carter introduces bill protecting pharmacists' First Amendment rights
Rep.Buddy Carter, ...
Sept. 12, 2022
Tweet - "Justice Thomas has opened the door to this MAGA Supreme Court going even further saying that cases like Obergefell--which protects marriage equality for now--should be revisited. We have a responsibility to act. This Senate will vote on protecting marriage equality."
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Sept. 12, 2022
Tweet - "The Senate should stand together, and with the American people, in support of marriage equality."
Sen.Tammy Baldwin
Sept. 9, 2022
Tweet - "Families deserve the promise that their marriage is legal -- regardless of their sex, race, ethnicity, or national origin. I'm working to make sure that promise becomes a reality."
Sen.Tammy Baldwin
Sept. 9, 2022
Rep. Torres Introduces the Racial Impact Statement Act of 2022
Rep.Ritchie Torres
Sept. 8, 2022
Sen. Murray Statement on Ruling Against ACA Threatening Access to PrEP and Preventive Care, Including Birth Control
Sen.Patty Murray
Sept. 8, 2022
Sen. Cruz Statement On Democrats Withdrawing Journalism Bill After Passage of His Free Speech Protection Amendment
Sen.Ted Cruz
Sept. 8, 2022
Tweet - "While MAGA Republicans escalate their rhetoric against marriage equality, we've heard Senate Republicans suggest that a vote isn't necessary. With the threat from the MAGA Supreme Court, we have a responsibility to act. This Senate will vote on the Respect For Marriage Act."
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Sept. 8, 2022
Tweet - "We must protect the freedom and rights of same-sex & interracial marriage. RT if you agree! #PasstheRespectforMarriageAct"
Sen.Tammy Baldwin
Sept. 7, 2022
The Senate Must Stand Together on Marriage Equality
Sen.Susan Collins
Sept. 7, 2022
Congresswoman Nikema Williams Leads 118 Colleagues in Breaking Down Barriers to the Ballot Box
Rep.Raul Ruiz, ...
Sept. 7, 2022
Tweet - "Americans overwhelmingly support #MarriageEquality. It's time for the Senate to pass the bipartisan Respect for Marriage Act to ensure that all Americans are treated fairly and equally under the law."
Sen.Tammy Baldwin
Sept. 1, 2022
Comer Introduces Bill to Stop Biden Administration from Pressuring Social Media Companies to Censor Americans
Rep.Jamie Comer, ...
Aug. 28, 2022
Tweet - "In 1963, thousands of Americans participated in the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom to help bring a new dawn to our nation. As we reflect upon what those demonstrators sought to achieve, it is clear that we have made progress, but we still have a long way to go."
Rep.Jim Clyburn
Aug. 28, 2022
Tweet - "In 1963, thousands of Americans participated in the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom to help bring a new dawn to our nation. As we reflect upon what those demonstrators sought to achieve, it is clear that we have made progress, but we still have a long way to go."
Rep.Jim Clyburn
Aug. 28, 2022
Tweet - "In 1963, thousands of Americans participated in the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom to help bring a new dawn to our nation. As we reflect upon what those demonstrators sought to achieve, it is clear that we have made progress, but we still have a long way to go."
Rep.Jim Clyburn
Aug. 26, 2022
Tweet - "We cannot mistake progress for victory as we celebrate #WomensEqualityDay. We must continue working to restore and advance the rights and freedoms of all women across America."
Sen.Tammy Baldwin
Aug. 23, 2022
Shaheen, Kuster & Pappas Join More than 100 Members of Congress in Amicus Brief to Oppose Weakening of Nondiscrimination Laws in 303 Creative LLC v. Elenis
Rep.Chris Pappas
Aug. 22, 2022
Klobuchar, Kennedy, Cicilline, Buck, Durbin, Nadler Release Updated Bipartisan Journalism Bill
Rep.Jerry Nadler, ...
Aug. 18, 2022
Tweet - "Wisconsin was the first state to ratify the #19thAmendment as America took a big step forward in giving all women the right to vote. Today, we celebrate our commitment to the idea that progress on voting rights and women's rights should always move in one direction. #Forward"
Sen.Tammy Baldwin
Aug. 18, 2022
Tweet - "Even 102 years after the 19th amendment was ratified, women--and in particular women of color--often face barriers to exercising their constitutional right to vote. We have got to do more to protect and strengthen federal voting rights protections. RT if you're with me."
Sen.Patty Murray
Aug. 15, 2022
Chairman Raskin Introduces Legislation Establishing Federal Anti-SLAPP Statute to Protect First Amendment Rights
Rep.Jamie Raskin
Aug. 9, 2022
Womack Statement on Raid of Mar-a-Lago
Rep.Steve Womack
Aug. 6, 2022
Tweet - "The right to vote is foundational to our democracy. That was true 57 years ago when the Voting Rights Act was signed into law, and it's especially true today. I will never stop fighting to pass strong federal voting rights legislation."
Sen.Patty Murray
Aug. 3, 2022
Rep. Sharice Davids' Statement on the Constitutional Amendment Results
Rep.Sharice Davids
Aug. 3, 2022
Booker, Blumenthal, Schatz, Wyden, Padilla Introduce College Athletes Bill of Rights
Sen.Cory Booker
Aug. 2, 2022
Feinstein, Kaine, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Protect Federal Worker Rights
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Aug. 1, 2022
Letter to Janet Yellen, Secretary of the Treasury, Charles Rettig, Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service - DelBene, Huffman Call on IRS to Review Tax-Exempt "Church Status' for Known Hate Group
Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
July 29, 2022
Tweet - "Where's the respect for free speech and freedom of press, @Twitter ? We all remember your biased censorship of @nypost and how that ended for you."
Sen.Rick Scott
July 28, 2022
Tweet - "We are almost there! Call your Senator now and tell them to support #MarriageEquality and vote YES on the #RespectForMarriageAct"
Sen.Tammy Baldwin
July 28, 2022
Pressley Unveils Bill to Address Credit Issues Faced by Trans, Nonbinary Folks Following Legal Name Changes
Rep.Ayanna Pressley
July 28, 2022
Amid Reports of Deaths and Racial Profiling Under Operation Lone Star, Congressman Castro Calls on DOJ to Protect Civil Rights in Texas
Rep.Joaquin Castro
July 27, 2022
Tweet - "We're making progress to protect the progress we've made on marriage equality. #RespectforMarriageAct"
Sen.Tammy Baldwin
July 27, 2022
NEWS: Congressmen Bowman, Johnson Introduce Bill to Protect Artists' 1st Amendment Rights
Rep.Hank Johnson, ...
July 27, 2022
Congressmen Johnson, Bowman Introduce Bill To Protect Artists' 1st Amendment Rights
Rep.Hank Johnson
July 26, 2022
Vicious right-wing attacks, hateful rhetoric, and discriminatory laws
Rep.Jim McGovern
July 26, 2022
Rep. Pressley's Statement on Massachusetts' Enactment of CROWN Act
Rep.Ayanna Pressley
July 26, 2022
Neal Applauds Biden Administration's Proposed Rule to Advance Equity and Enshrine Civil Rights Protections in Health Care
Rep.Richard Neal
July 26, 2022
Pelosi Statement on the 32nd Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act
Rep.Nancy Pelosi
July 26, 2022
Tweet - "Today marks 32 years of the Americans with Disabilities Act, landmark legislation to help ensure every American has equal opportunity in our society. As we celebrate our progress, may we continue the work to build a more inclusive, equitable and accessible America."
Rep.Jim Clyburn
July 26, 2022
Ranking Member Risch Opening Statement at Hearing on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility in U.S. Diplomacy
Sen.Jim Risch
July 25, 2022
Tweet - "House Democrats have already passed legislation that will benefit American families; like our bills to cap the monthly cost of insulin at $35, protect access to contraception, and protect marriage equality. We need the Senate to send these bills to the President's desk."
Rep.Jim Clyburn
July 25, 2022
Tweet - "Today, I celebrate the life and legacy of McKinley Washington. He was a fierce advocate for the Sea Islands of SC and spent his life fighting for equity and a better quality of life for the communities he represented. May he rest in power."
Rep.Jim Clyburn
July 22, 2022
Congresswoman Scanlon Votes to Protect Right to Marriage Equality, Contraception Amid Right-wing Threats
Rep.Mary Scanlon
July 22, 2022
Representative Adriano Espaillat Votes to Protect Marriage Equality Amid Right-Wing Threats
Rep.Adriano Espaillat
July 22, 2022
Representative Chrissy Houlahan Votes to Protect Marriage Equality
Rep.Chrissy Houlahan
July 21, 2022
Owens Backs House Resolution to Bar Biden's Proposed Title IX Rule
Rep.Clarence Owens
July 21, 2022
Tweet - "Today, 197 Members of @HouseGOP made clear that they don't believe women have a right to contraception. These extremist Republicans don't want women to have birth control - they want to control women. And @HouseDemocrats are fighting back!"
Rep.Nancy Pelosi
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