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Jan. 13, 2022
Fox News - Republicans Abuse Filibuster as Democrats Fight for the Right to Vote
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
Jan. 12, 2022
Representative Adriano Espaillat Statement on Republican Voter Suppression and Protecting the Sacred Right to Vote
Rep. Adriano Espaillat
Jan. 11, 2022
Tweet: What I said today on @TheView : Since the 2020 election, GOP legislatures led by Trump's Big Lie have passed laws making it harder for people to vote The laws are aimed at non-white Americans, poorer Americans, younger Americans, disabled Americans We will act to protect voting
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Jan. 11, 2022
Tweet: If Senate Republicans continue to hijack the rules of the Senate to prevent us from protecting the right to vote: Senate Democrats will move forward as soon as tomorrow to restore the function of the Senate and pass legislation to defend democracy and protect voting rights.
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Jan. 11, 2022
Congresswoman Claudia Tenney Blasts Biden's Georgia Speech on Partisan Election Reform Bills
Rep. Claudia Tenney
Jan. 11, 2022
Tweet: You heard it: In Georgia, President Biden made a strong case for the Senate to pass legislation to protect the sacred right to vote--and to take whatever steps necessary to accomplish that goal. And as soon as tomorrow, the Senate will move forward.
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Jan. 11, 2022
Chairman Nadler Applauds President Biden's Remarks on Voting Rights
Rep. Jerry Nadler
Jan. 10, 2022
Malliotakis Joins Colleagues in Lawsuit to Block Non-Citizen Voting in New York City
Rep. Nicole Malliotakis
Jan. 7, 2022
Tweet: I'm leading @SenateDems in taking over the Senate floor today as we move forward on voting rights. If Republicans continue to block action on protecting our democracy: We will debate and consider changes to the rules on or before January 17, MLK Day.
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Jan. 6, 2022
Tweet: Tonight, I stood alongside @SpeakerPelosi to lead members of the Senate and House in a prayer vigil one year after January 6th. We remembered the bravery of those who defended our Capitol and those who worked in our Capitol. We reflected on how we will act to protect democracy.
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Jan. 5, 2022
Senator McConnell Tries Gaslighting Americans As Republican Legislators Across The Country Use Trump's Big Lie To Subvert Our Democracy
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Jan. 4, 2022
Tweet: A far-right leader dismantling democracy That's who Trump endorsed so close to the anniversary of the Jan. 6 insurrection spurred by his Big Lie That's where Trump wants America to go We can't let it happen The Senate will act to support our democracy & protect voting rights
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Jan. 4, 2022
Tweet: The January 6th insurrection. New voter restriction laws. The state-level efforts to subvert democracy. All manifestations of Trump's Big Lie. We can and must take strong action to stop this anti-democratic march. The Senate is going to move forward.
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Jan. 3, 2022
Tweet: Let me be clear: January 6th was a symptom of a broader illness, an effort to delegitimize our election process, and the Senate must advance systemic reforms to repair our democracy or else the events of that day will not be an aberration--they will be the new norm.
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Jan. 3, 2022
Letter to Colleagues - Capitol Attack Anniversary and Threat to Democracy
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Dec. 20, 2021
New Information Confirms Zuckerberg-Connected Group Funneled Majority of Election Payments to Democrat-Leaning Counties
Rep. Claudia Tenney
Dec. 16, 2021
Congresswoman Claudia Tenney Backs Bill to Ensure Only American Citizens Can Vote in Elections
Rep. Claudia Tenney
Dec. 11, 2021
Tweet - "I am honored to kick off our 2022 mission to fire Nancy Pelosi and win back the House with an event with my friend President Trump at Mar-A-Lago. Together as one team. We will SAVE AMERICA! Thank you President Trump for your leadership!"
Rep. Elise Stefanik
Dec. 9, 2021
Congressman Morelle Takes Action to Protect America's Elections and Strengthen Democracy
Rep. Joe Morelle
Dec. 9, 2021
Malliotakis Vows Fight Against Non-Citizen Voting in New York City
Rep. Nicole Malliotakis
Dec. 8, 2021
Tweet - "The DOJ is taking action against the terrible maps in Texas that violate the Voting Rights Act Because the right to vote is the beating heart of Democracy And in the Senate, we will continue the fight for voting rights and the fight to restore the VRA"
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Dec. 7, 2021
Letter to Hon. Miguel Cardona, Secretary of Education - Booker, Krishnamoorthi Lead Colleagues in Calling on U.S. Department of Education to Facilitate Student Civic Engagement in Institutions of Higher Education
Rep. Tom Suozzi, ...
Nov. 18, 2021
Tweet - "Senate Democrats are working to pass the #FreedomToVote Act to fortify our democracy and protect the right to vote Thank you to @CitizenActionNY , @FairElectionsNY , @NYChange , @MakeTheRoadNY , @VOCALNewYork , @NationalAction , and all of the activists across NY for standing with us!"
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 3, 2021
Gillibrand Introduces Bill To Ban Foreign Nationals From Funding Ballot Initiatives And Influencing American Democracy
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
Nov. 2, 2021
Tweet - "Congratulations to New York City's next mayor, Eric Adams!"
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 2, 2021
Tweet - "It's Election Day! In New York and in so many elections happening today: Make sure you make a plan, and get out and vote! http://vote.gov"
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 31, 2021
Tweet - "Halloween is a great day to make a plan to vote in so many upcoming elections happening Tuesday!"
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 20, 2021
Tweet - "The Big Lie has spread like a cancer as many states across the nation have passed the most draconian restrictions against voting that we've seen in decades. Today, the Senate will vote on moving forward on the Freedom to Vote Act to fortify our democracy and protect the vote."
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 14, 2021
Tweet - "The cult continues to lie about COVID and the election. Why would anyone believe what they have to say about us?"
Rep. Hakeem Jeffries
Oct. 5, 2021
Tweet - "I proudly stood with my colleagues today to introduce the new John Lewis Voting Advancement Act in the Senate. It'd restore critical safeguards of the Voting Rights Act gutted by the Supreme Court and help fight suppressive voting laws. The Senate will vote on this vital bill."
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Sept. 28, 2021
Tweet - "#NationalVoterRegistrationDay is a great day to register to vote if you're not yet registered: http://vote.gov But with voting rights under attack across America: Senate Democrats are also working hard to pass the Freedom to Vote Act to protect this fundamental right."
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Sept. 21, 2021
House Democrats Introduce the Protecting Our Democracy Act to Restore, Strengthen, and Protect Our Democracy
Rep. Gregory Meeks, ...
Sept. 21, 2021
Tweet - "Senate Dems introduced the Freedom to Vote Act--a powerful bill to tackle voter suppression, partisan gerrymandering, dark money At the end of last week, I took steps to place it on the legislative calendar That enables us to schedule a vote on this bill in the immediate future"
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Sept. 14, 2021
Tweet - "Senate Democrats are committed to passing legislation to protect the right to vote. That's why today--Senate Democrats will introduce the Freedom to Vote Act. It will protect the freedom to vote, stop partisan gerrymandering, and end the scourge of dark money in our politics."
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Sept. 14, 2021
Tweet - "Republicans are targeting ways that younger, poorer, & non-white Americans access the ballot The Freedom to Vote Act that Democrats are introducing today is a necessary step to help stop this As Majority Leader--it is my intention to hold a vote on this bill as soon as next week"
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Sept. 13, 2021
Tweet - "The GOP-led war on democracy has worsened Governor Abbott signed this vile new voter suppression bill--one of the most draconian and undemocratic in living memory The Senate must & will act I intend to hold a vote in the Senate as early as next week on voting rights legislation"
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Sept. 7, 2021
Congresswoman Tenney Applauds Texas for Adopting Commonsense Election Reforms
Rep. Claudia Tenney
Aug. 26, 2021
Congressman Joe Morelle Takes Action to Protect Voters' Access to the Ballot Box
Rep. Joe Morelle
Aug. 24, 2021
Chairman Nadler Lauds House Passage of H.R. 4, the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act of 2021
Rep. Jerry Nadler
Aug. 24, 2021
Congresswoman Tenney Votes "No" on Unconstitutional Democratic Bill to Federalize State Elections
Rep. Claudia Tenney
Aug. 23, 2021
Letter to Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House - Congresswoman Tenney Leads Letter Urging Pelosi to Reject Federal Takeover of Elections
Rep. Claudia Tenney
Aug. 16, 2021
Chairman Nadler Statement for Subcommittee Hearing on "Oversight of the Voting Rights Act: Potential Legislative Reforms"
Rep. Jerry Nadler
Aug. 10, 2021
Tweet - "GOP legislatures are conducting an attack on democracy fueled by Trump's Big Lie. The fight in the Senate to protect voting rights will continue."
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 10, 2021
Tweet - "GOP legislatures are conducting an attack on democracy fueled by Trump's Big Lie. I'm standing in support with @DFADCoalition and more groups for today's Democracy Can't Wait rally to protect the right to vote. The fight in the Senate to protect voting rights will continue."
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 9, 2021
House Judiciary Committee Announces Oversight of Voting Rights Act Hearing with Department of Justice
Rep. Jerry Nadler, ...
Aug. 6, 2021
House Judiciary Committee Announces Oversight of Voting Rights Act Hearing with Department of Justice
Rep. Jerry Nadler
July 30, 2021
Readout of President Biden and Vice President Harris's Meeting with Speaker Pelosi and Leader Schumer on Voting Rights
Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
July 29, 2021
Tweet - "The fight in the Senate to protect voting rights will continue!"
Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 29, 2021
Tenney, Kustoff, and Banks Introduce PROTECT Act to Defend the Constitutional Integrity of Elections
Rep. Claudia Tenney
July 28, 2021
Tweet - "The fight in the Senate to protect voting rights will continue!"
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Date
Title
Politician
Jan. 13, 2022
Fox News - Republicans Abuse Filibuster as Democrats Fight for the Right to Vote
Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand
Jan. 12, 2022
Representative Adriano Espaillat Statement on Republican Voter Suppression and Protecting the Sacred Right to Vote
Rep.Adriano Espaillat
Jan. 11, 2022
Tweet: What I said today on @TheView : Since the 2020 election, GOP legislatures led by Trump's Big Lie have passed laws making it harder for people to vote The laws are aimed at non-white Americans, poorer Americans, younger Americans, disabled Americans We will act to protect voting
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Jan. 11, 2022
Tweet: If Senate Republicans continue to hijack the rules of the Senate to prevent us from protecting the right to vote: Senate Democrats will move forward as soon as tomorrow to restore the function of the Senate and pass legislation to defend democracy and protect voting rights.
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Jan. 11, 2022
Congresswoman Claudia Tenney Blasts Biden's Georgia Speech on Partisan Election Reform Bills
Rep.Claudia Tenney
Jan. 11, 2022
Tweet: You heard it: In Georgia, President Biden made a strong case for the Senate to pass legislation to protect the sacred right to vote--and to take whatever steps necessary to accomplish that goal. And as soon as tomorrow, the Senate will move forward.
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Jan. 11, 2022
Chairman Nadler Applauds President Biden's Remarks on Voting Rights
Rep.Jerry Nadler
Jan. 10, 2022
Malliotakis Joins Colleagues in Lawsuit to Block Non-Citizen Voting in New York City
Rep.Nicole Malliotakis
Jan. 7, 2022
Tweet: I'm leading @SenateDems in taking over the Senate floor today as we move forward on voting rights. If Republicans continue to block action on protecting our democracy: We will debate and consider changes to the rules on or before January 17, MLK Day.
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Jan. 6, 2022
Tweet: Tonight, I stood alongside @SpeakerPelosi to lead members of the Senate and House in a prayer vigil one year after January 6th. We remembered the bravery of those who defended our Capitol and those who worked in our Capitol. We reflected on how we will act to protect democracy.
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Jan. 5, 2022
Senator McConnell Tries Gaslighting Americans As Republican Legislators Across The Country Use Trump's Big Lie To Subvert Our Democracy
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Jan. 4, 2022
Tweet: A far-right leader dismantling democracy That's who Trump endorsed so close to the anniversary of the Jan. 6 insurrection spurred by his Big Lie That's where Trump wants America to go We can't let it happen The Senate will act to support our democracy & protect voting rights
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Jan. 4, 2022
Tweet: The January 6th insurrection. New voter restriction laws. The state-level efforts to subvert democracy. All manifestations of Trump's Big Lie. We can and must take strong action to stop this anti-democratic march. The Senate is going to move forward.
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Jan. 3, 2022
Tweet: Let me be clear: January 6th was a symptom of a broader illness, an effort to delegitimize our election process, and the Senate must advance systemic reforms to repair our democracy or else the events of that day will not be an aberration--they will be the new norm.
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Jan. 3, 2022
Letter to Colleagues - Capitol Attack Anniversary and Threat to Democracy
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Dec. 20, 2021
New Information Confirms Zuckerberg-Connected Group Funneled Majority of Election Payments to Democrat-Leaning Counties
Rep.Claudia Tenney
Dec. 16, 2021
Congresswoman Claudia Tenney Backs Bill to Ensure Only American Citizens Can Vote in Elections
Rep.Claudia Tenney
Dec. 11, 2021
Tweet - "I am honored to kick off our 2022 mission to fire Nancy Pelosi and win back the House with an event with my friend President Trump at Mar-A-Lago. Together as one team. We will SAVE AMERICA! Thank you President Trump for your leadership!"
Rep.Elise Stefanik
Dec. 9, 2021
Congressman Morelle Takes Action to Protect America's Elections and Strengthen Democracy
Rep.Joe Morelle
Dec. 9, 2021
Malliotakis Vows Fight Against Non-Citizen Voting in New York City
Rep.Nicole Malliotakis
Dec. 8, 2021
Tweet - "The DOJ is taking action against the terrible maps in Texas that violate the Voting Rights Act Because the right to vote is the beating heart of Democracy And in the Senate, we will continue the fight for voting rights and the fight to restore the VRA"
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Dec. 7, 2021
Letter to Hon. Miguel Cardona, Secretary of Education - Booker, Krishnamoorthi Lead Colleagues in Calling on U.S. Department of Education to Facilitate Student Civic Engagement in Institutions of Higher Education
Rep.Tom Suozzi, ...
Nov. 18, 2021
Tweet - "Senate Democrats are working to pass the #FreedomToVote Act to fortify our democracy and protect the right to vote Thank you to @CitizenActionNY , @FairElectionsNY , @NYChange , @MakeTheRoadNY , @VOCALNewYork , @NationalAction , and all of the activists across NY for standing with us!"
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 3, 2021
Gillibrand Introduces Bill To Ban Foreign Nationals From Funding Ballot Initiatives And Influencing American Democracy
Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand
Nov. 2, 2021
Tweet - "Congratulations to New York City's next mayor, Eric Adams!"
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 2, 2021
Tweet - "It's Election Day! In New York and in so many elections happening today: Make sure you make a plan, and get out and vote! http://vote.gov"
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 31, 2021
Tweet - "Halloween is a great day to make a plan to vote in so many upcoming elections happening Tuesday!"
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 20, 2021
Tweet - "The Big Lie has spread like a cancer as many states across the nation have passed the most draconian restrictions against voting that we've seen in decades. Today, the Senate will vote on moving forward on the Freedom to Vote Act to fortify our democracy and protect the vote."
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 14, 2021
Tweet - "The cult continues to lie about COVID and the election. Why would anyone believe what they have to say about us?"
Rep.Hakeem Jeffries
Oct. 5, 2021
Tweet - "I proudly stood with my colleagues today to introduce the new John Lewis Voting Advancement Act in the Senate. It'd restore critical safeguards of the Voting Rights Act gutted by the Supreme Court and help fight suppressive voting laws. The Senate will vote on this vital bill."
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Sept. 28, 2021
Tweet - "#NationalVoterRegistrationDay is a great day to register to vote if you're not yet registered: http://vote.gov But with voting rights under attack across America: Senate Democrats are also working hard to pass the Freedom to Vote Act to protect this fundamental right."
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Sept. 21, 2021
House Democrats Introduce the Protecting Our Democracy Act to Restore, Strengthen, and Protect Our Democracy
Rep.Gregory Meeks, ...
Sept. 21, 2021
Tweet - "Senate Dems introduced the Freedom to Vote Act--a powerful bill to tackle voter suppression, partisan gerrymandering, dark money At the end of last week, I took steps to place it on the legislative calendar That enables us to schedule a vote on this bill in the immediate future"
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Sept. 14, 2021
Tweet - "Senate Democrats are committed to passing legislation to protect the right to vote. That's why today--Senate Democrats will introduce the Freedom to Vote Act. It will protect the freedom to vote, stop partisan gerrymandering, and end the scourge of dark money in our politics."
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Sept. 14, 2021
Tweet - "Republicans are targeting ways that younger, poorer, & non-white Americans access the ballot The Freedom to Vote Act that Democrats are introducing today is a necessary step to help stop this As Majority Leader--it is my intention to hold a vote on this bill as soon as next week"
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Sept. 13, 2021
Tweet - "The GOP-led war on democracy has worsened Governor Abbott signed this vile new voter suppression bill--one of the most draconian and undemocratic in living memory The Senate must & will act I intend to hold a vote in the Senate as early as next week on voting rights legislation"
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Sept. 7, 2021
Congresswoman Tenney Applauds Texas for Adopting Commonsense Election Reforms
Rep.Claudia Tenney
Aug. 26, 2021
Congressman Joe Morelle Takes Action to Protect Voters' Access to the Ballot Box
Rep.Joe Morelle
Aug. 24, 2021
Chairman Nadler Lauds House Passage of H.R. 4, the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act of 2021
Rep.Jerry Nadler
Aug. 24, 2021
Congresswoman Tenney Votes "No" on Unconstitutional Democratic Bill to Federalize State Elections
Rep.Claudia Tenney
Aug. 23, 2021
Letter to Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House - Congresswoman Tenney Leads Letter Urging Pelosi to Reject Federal Takeover of Elections
Rep.Claudia Tenney
Aug. 16, 2021
Chairman Nadler Statement for Subcommittee Hearing on "Oversight of the Voting Rights Act: Potential Legislative Reforms"
Rep.Jerry Nadler
Aug. 10, 2021
Tweet - "GOP legislatures are conducting an attack on democracy fueled by Trump's Big Lie. The fight in the Senate to protect voting rights will continue."
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 10, 2021
Tweet - "GOP legislatures are conducting an attack on democracy fueled by Trump's Big Lie. I'm standing in support with @DFADCoalition and more groups for today's Democracy Can't Wait rally to protect the right to vote. The fight in the Senate to protect voting rights will continue."
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 9, 2021
House Judiciary Committee Announces Oversight of Voting Rights Act Hearing with Department of Justice
Rep.Jerry Nadler, ...
Aug. 6, 2021
House Judiciary Committee Announces Oversight of Voting Rights Act Hearing with Department of Justice
Rep.Jerry Nadler
July 30, 2021
Readout of President Biden and Vice President Harris's Meeting with Speaker Pelosi and Leader Schumer on Voting Rights
Sen.Chuck Schumer, ...
July 29, 2021
Tweet - "The fight in the Senate to protect voting rights will continue!"
Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 29, 2021
Tenney, Kustoff, and Banks Introduce PROTECT Act to Defend the Constitutional Integrity of Elections
Rep.Claudia Tenney
July 28, 2021
Tweet - "The fight in the Senate to protect voting rights will continue!"
Sen.Chuck Schumer
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