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March 1, 2021 Tweet - "Enacting common-sense gun control is a priority for @potus & this Democratic Congress. A large majority of Americans-including gun owners-support universal background checks. We need to keep weapons out of the hands of those who shouldn't have them & save lives." Rep. Jim Clyburn
March 1, 2021 Tribute for the 60th Anniversary of the Edwards V. South Carolina March Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 28, 2021 Tweet - "It's been 2 years since the House passed my bill to fix the #CharlestonLoophole. In 2015, a shooter took 9 innocent lives b/c he obtained a gun despite having an incomplete background check--which he would have failed. It's time to finally enact common sense gun legislation." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 27, 2021 Tweet - "Two years ago, the House passed the Bipartisan Background Checks Act. For two years McConnell refused to allow a vote on it. Gun reform is common sense. Democrats will fight to get it signed into law." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 26, 2021 Letter to Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House - Arrington Demands Speaker Pelosi to Remove Capitol Fencing Rep. Ralph Norman, ...
Feb. 25, 2021 Tweet - "If you've got people who are expressing some opposition to getting to the bottom of what happened on Jan. 6, or who want to continue to tell the big lie about what may have led up to it, they ought not be a part of the investigation." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 25, 2021 Timmons Votes No on H.R. 5, the So-Called "Equality Act" Rep. William Timmons
Feb. 24, 2021 House Approves Mace-Led Criminal Justice Reform Rep. Nancy Mace
Feb. 23, 2021 Mace Introduces Bill to Bar Transfer or Release of Guantanamo Bay Detainees Rep. Nancy Mace
Feb. 23, 2021 Duncan Files Legislation to Prohibit the Transfer or Release of Guantanamo Bay Detainees Rep. Nancy Mace, ...
Feb. 22, 2021 Tweet - "65 years ago, nearly 100 men and women were arrested for standing up against the injustices of this nation during the Montgomery Bus Boycott. Today we honor and recognize them, and are encouraged to continue to rise in the face of injustice." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 19, 2021 Tweet - "This pandemic has amplified racial inequities that have long existed in this nation. We've witnessed a disproportionate rate of infection, hospitalization, & death among minorities yet they are receiving fewer vaccinations. #VaccineEquity is essential to defeating this virus." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 19, 2021 Tweet - "Failure to achieve vaccination equity would not only compound the suffering in communities of color--failure would also delay or even derail containment of the virus across the country, which could hinder a safe return to normal life for everyone." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 18, 2021 Tweet - "We need some independent studies of exactly what went on, not just on January 6th, but what led up to that. We've witnessed a divided government for a long time. Maybe if we took the stuff out of politics and get some good people involved we can preserve this great democracy." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 17, 2021 Letter to Hon. Dick Durbin, Judiciary Committee Chairman - Call for Investigation Into Gov. Andrew Cuomo's COVID-19 Cover-Up Sen. Lindsey Graham, ...
Feb. 16, 2021 ! Graham on Acquittal in Senate Impeachment Trial ! Sen. Lindsey Graham
Feb. 9, 2021 Tweet - "Black History Month is acknowledged in February, but we must remember and memorialize the history of Black people throughout the year." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 8, 2021 Letter to Honorable Joseph R. Biden Jr, President of the United States - Lamborn Urges Biden Not to Reenter Iran Nuclear Deal Rep. Nancy Mace, ...
Feb. 8, 2021 In honor of Black History Month, Sen. Coons and Rep. Clyburn reintroduce bill to commemorate multi-state Brown v. Board of Education sites Sen. Tim Scott, ...
Feb. 3, 2021 Tweet - "Today we paid tribute to the life of Officer Brian Sicknick. He gave his life to protect this great democracy and that is not a sacrifice we will soon forget. May he rest in peace." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 3, 2021 Tweet - "151 years ago, the 15th amendment was ratified, giving African American men the right to vote. That right is still under attack today. Voter discrimination and disenfranchisement is still rampant in this country. We must remove all barriers to the ballot box." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 3, 2021 Graham on Afghanistan Study Group Recommendations Sen. Lindsey Graham
Feb. 1, 2021 Tweet - "Glad to see Septima Clark honored with a new US Mint coin. Fired as a public school teacher for not renouncing her NAACP membership, she went on to teach students at the Highland School, including Rosa Parks. I hope this inspires others to learn about her." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 1, 2021 Tweet - "This Black History Month we will celebrate the many achievements that Black people have made throughout the course of history. We will also remember and honor all of those who fought for change and paved the way for the history that we are still making today." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 1, 2021 Senator Scott Statement Celebrating the Start of Black History Month Sen. Tim Scott
Jan. 26, 2021 Tweet - "In order for America to truly be great, we must ensure that its greatness is accessible and affordable for all. Today, President Biden is issuing Executive Orders to advance equity by expanding fair housing, eliminating private prisons, and engaging with tribal nations." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Jan. 26, 2021 Tweet - "President Biden is making racial equity & fairness in America a priority of his Administration. With just a week in office, he's already working to address past inequities. I look forward to working together to make America's greatness accessible & affordable to all." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Jan. 25, 2021 Scott and Colleagues Introduce National School Choice Week Resolution Sen. Tim Scott
Jan. 18, 2021 Senator Scott Statement Celebrating Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Sen. Tim Scott
Jan. 17, 2021 Graham to Schumer: Senate Should Vote to Dismiss Article of Impeachment, Not Delay Healing of Our Country Sen. Lindsey Graham
Jan. 15, 2021 Tweet - "We have to get serious about the fact that we in this country have a problem w/ domestic terrorism. It is time for us to come down off our high horse & admit it. There is a way to get to the bottom of it & they know it. They can get to the bottom of this at the national level." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Jan. 13, 2021 Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for High Crimes and Misdemeanors Rep. Ralph Norman
Jan. 13, 2021 Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for High Crimes and Misdemeanors Rep. Jim Clyburn
Jan. 13, 2021 Graham On Impeachment Efforts Sen. Lindsey Graham
Jan. 13, 2021 Tweet - "Never before has a President incited mob violence to block certification of his opponent's victory. Never before has a President refused to immediately condemn & demand the cessation of an attack on our country. There is no debate. We must impeach this dangerous President." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Jan. 12, 2021 Statement on Articles of Impeachment Rep. Ralph Norman
Jan. 11, 2021 Tweet - "Wednesday was an attempt by a racist president to start what would be tantamount to a race war in this country. It's time for everyone to call it what it is. Donald Trump's continued tenure as president is a threat to our national security. It must end immediately." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Jan. 11, 2021 Tweet - "Today we mourn the loss of another Capitol Police officer, Howard Liebengood. As the death toll from the insurrection at the Capitol continues to rise, we demand that this president be held accountable for inciting this horrific assault on our democracy." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Jan. 8, 2021 Tweet - "This president always liked being distinctive for whatever reason and he can be by being the first president in the country to be impeached twice. via - @cnn's @NewDay" Rep. Jim Clyburn
Jan. 8, 2021 Tweet - "I am deeply saddened by the loss of Capitol Police Officer Brian D. Sicknick. His death is a terrible tragedy that could have been prevented. My thoughts and prayers are with his friends and family as they mourn his loss." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Jan. 7, 2021 Tweet - "Time and circumstances may mitigate against invoking the 25th amendment, which I support, but there is time for impeachment which seems appropriate." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Jan. 7, 2021 Timmons Statement on Domestic Terrorism at the U.S. Capitol Rep. William Timmons
Jan. 6, 2021 Tweet - "I have faced violent hatred before. I was not deterred then, and I will not be deterred now. Tonight, Congress will continue the business of certifying the electoral college votes." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Jan. 5, 2021 Scott to Introduce Bill Establishing Election Integrity Commission Sen. Tim Scott
Jan. 3, 2021 Tweet - "Yesterday marked 56 years since Martin Luther King Jr. led a voter registration drive opposing rampant voter discrimination and intimidation in Selma, Alabama. Today we honor his legacy by showing up, speaking up, and remembering the work is not over." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Dec. 28, 2020 Tweet - "The president's veto of the National Defense Authorization Act is reckless and endangers our military and national security. A bipartisan Congress passed the NDAA. Now we must override this veto to enact it into law." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Dec. 22, 2020 Tweet - "The 50% + 1 voting requirement purposefully diluted Black votes & produced decades of white-only elected officials. I'm hopeful the 117th Congress & new admin will demonstrate that we have learned from our history & not repeat sordid mistakes of our past." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Dec. 21, 2020 More Than A Dozen Scott Provisions Included in COVID Relief, Year End Funding, and Tax Bills Sen. Tim Scott
Dec. 14, 2020 Scott and colleagues celebrate passage of bill to train pilots, support ROTC students at HBCUs Sen. Tim Scott
Dec. 14, 2020 Tweet - "8 years ago 26 innocent children & adults were gunned down at Sandy Hook Elementary School. Last year the House passed bipartisan legislation taking steps to #EndGunViolence. The Senate can't continue to ignore the gun violence crisis in this country. It's time for them to act." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Date Title Politician
March 1, 2021 Tweet - "Enacting common-sense gun control is a priority for @potus & this Democratic Congress. A large majority of Americans-including gun owners-support universal background checks. We need to keep weapons out of the hands of those who shouldn't have them & save lives." Rep.Jim Clyburn
March 1, 2021 Tribute for the 60th Anniversary of the Edwards V. South Carolina March Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 28, 2021 Tweet - "It's been 2 years since the House passed my bill to fix the #CharlestonLoophole. In 2015, a shooter took 9 innocent lives b/c he obtained a gun despite having an incomplete background check--which he would have failed. It's time to finally enact common sense gun legislation." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 27, 2021 Tweet - "Two years ago, the House passed the Bipartisan Background Checks Act. For two years McConnell refused to allow a vote on it. Gun reform is common sense. Democrats will fight to get it signed into law." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 26, 2021 Letter to Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House - Arrington Demands Speaker Pelosi to Remove Capitol Fencing Rep.Ralph Norman, ...
Feb. 25, 2021 Tweet - "If you've got people who are expressing some opposition to getting to the bottom of what happened on Jan. 6, or who want to continue to tell the big lie about what may have led up to it, they ought not be a part of the investigation." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 25, 2021 Timmons Votes No on H.R. 5, the So-Called "Equality Act" Rep.William Timmons
Feb. 24, 2021 House Approves Mace-Led Criminal Justice Reform Rep.Nancy Mace
Feb. 23, 2021 Mace Introduces Bill to Bar Transfer or Release of Guantanamo Bay Detainees Rep.Nancy Mace
Feb. 23, 2021 Duncan Files Legislation to Prohibit the Transfer or Release of Guantanamo Bay Detainees Rep.Nancy Mace, ...
Feb. 22, 2021 Tweet - "65 years ago, nearly 100 men and women were arrested for standing up against the injustices of this nation during the Montgomery Bus Boycott. Today we honor and recognize them, and are encouraged to continue to rise in the face of injustice." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 19, 2021 Tweet - "This pandemic has amplified racial inequities that have long existed in this nation. We've witnessed a disproportionate rate of infection, hospitalization, & death among minorities yet they are receiving fewer vaccinations. #VaccineEquity is essential to defeating this virus." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 19, 2021 Tweet - "Failure to achieve vaccination equity would not only compound the suffering in communities of color--failure would also delay or even derail containment of the virus across the country, which could hinder a safe return to normal life for everyone." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 18, 2021 Tweet - "We need some independent studies of exactly what went on, not just on January 6th, but what led up to that. We've witnessed a divided government for a long time. Maybe if we took the stuff out of politics and get some good people involved we can preserve this great democracy." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 17, 2021 Letter to Hon. Dick Durbin, Judiciary Committee Chairman - Call for Investigation Into Gov. Andrew Cuomo's COVID-19 Cover-Up Sen.Lindsey Graham, ...
Feb. 16, 2021 ! Graham on Acquittal in Senate Impeachment Trial ! Sen.Lindsey Graham
Feb. 9, 2021 Tweet - "Black History Month is acknowledged in February, but we must remember and memorialize the history of Black people throughout the year." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 8, 2021 Letter to Honorable Joseph R. Biden Jr, President of the United States - Lamborn Urges Biden Not to Reenter Iran Nuclear Deal Rep.Nancy Mace, ...
Feb. 8, 2021 In honor of Black History Month, Sen. Coons and Rep. Clyburn reintroduce bill to commemorate multi-state Brown v. Board of Education sites Sen.Tim Scott, ...
Feb. 3, 2021 Tweet - "Today we paid tribute to the life of Officer Brian Sicknick. He gave his life to protect this great democracy and that is not a sacrifice we will soon forget. May he rest in peace." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 3, 2021 Tweet - "151 years ago, the 15th amendment was ratified, giving African American men the right to vote. That right is still under attack today. Voter discrimination and disenfranchisement is still rampant in this country. We must remove all barriers to the ballot box." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 3, 2021 Graham on Afghanistan Study Group Recommendations Sen.Lindsey Graham
Feb. 1, 2021 Tweet - "Glad to see Septima Clark honored with a new US Mint coin. Fired as a public school teacher for not renouncing her NAACP membership, she went on to teach students at the Highland School, including Rosa Parks. I hope this inspires others to learn about her." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 1, 2021 Tweet - "This Black History Month we will celebrate the many achievements that Black people have made throughout the course of history. We will also remember and honor all of those who fought for change and paved the way for the history that we are still making today." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 1, 2021 Senator Scott Statement Celebrating the Start of Black History Month Sen.Tim Scott
Jan. 26, 2021 Tweet - "In order for America to truly be great, we must ensure that its greatness is accessible and affordable for all. Today, President Biden is issuing Executive Orders to advance equity by expanding fair housing, eliminating private prisons, and engaging with tribal nations." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Jan. 26, 2021 Tweet - "President Biden is making racial equity & fairness in America a priority of his Administration. With just a week in office, he's already working to address past inequities. I look forward to working together to make America's greatness accessible & affordable to all." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Jan. 25, 2021 Scott and Colleagues Introduce National School Choice Week Resolution Sen.Tim Scott
Jan. 18, 2021 Senator Scott Statement Celebrating Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Sen.Tim Scott
Jan. 17, 2021 Graham to Schumer: Senate Should Vote to Dismiss Article of Impeachment, Not Delay Healing of Our Country Sen.Lindsey Graham
Jan. 15, 2021 Tweet - "We have to get serious about the fact that we in this country have a problem w/ domestic terrorism. It is time for us to come down off our high horse & admit it. There is a way to get to the bottom of it & they know it. They can get to the bottom of this at the national level." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Jan. 13, 2021 Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for High Crimes and Misdemeanors Rep.Ralph Norman
Jan. 13, 2021 Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for High Crimes and Misdemeanors Rep.Jim Clyburn
Jan. 13, 2021 Graham On Impeachment Efforts Sen.Lindsey Graham
Jan. 13, 2021 Tweet - "Never before has a President incited mob violence to block certification of his opponent's victory. Never before has a President refused to immediately condemn & demand the cessation of an attack on our country. There is no debate. We must impeach this dangerous President." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Jan. 12, 2021 Statement on Articles of Impeachment Rep.Ralph Norman
Jan. 11, 2021 Tweet - "Wednesday was an attempt by a racist president to start what would be tantamount to a race war in this country. It's time for everyone to call it what it is. Donald Trump's continued tenure as president is a threat to our national security. It must end immediately." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Jan. 11, 2021 Tweet - "Today we mourn the loss of another Capitol Police officer, Howard Liebengood. As the death toll from the insurrection at the Capitol continues to rise, we demand that this president be held accountable for inciting this horrific assault on our democracy." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Jan. 8, 2021 Tweet - "This president always liked being distinctive for whatever reason and he can be by being the first president in the country to be impeached twice. via - @cnn's @NewDay" Rep.Jim Clyburn
Jan. 8, 2021 Tweet - "I am deeply saddened by the loss of Capitol Police Officer Brian D. Sicknick. His death is a terrible tragedy that could have been prevented. My thoughts and prayers are with his friends and family as they mourn his loss." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Jan. 7, 2021 Tweet - "Time and circumstances may mitigate against invoking the 25th amendment, which I support, but there is time for impeachment which seems appropriate." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Jan. 7, 2021 Timmons Statement on Domestic Terrorism at the U.S. Capitol Rep.William Timmons
Jan. 6, 2021 Tweet - "I have faced violent hatred before. I was not deterred then, and I will not be deterred now. Tonight, Congress will continue the business of certifying the electoral college votes." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Jan. 5, 2021 Scott to Introduce Bill Establishing Election Integrity Commission Sen.Tim Scott
Jan. 3, 2021 Tweet - "Yesterday marked 56 years since Martin Luther King Jr. led a voter registration drive opposing rampant voter discrimination and intimidation in Selma, Alabama. Today we honor his legacy by showing up, speaking up, and remembering the work is not over." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Dec. 28, 2020 Tweet - "The president's veto of the National Defense Authorization Act is reckless and endangers our military and national security. A bipartisan Congress passed the NDAA. Now we must override this veto to enact it into law." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Dec. 22, 2020 Tweet - "The 50% + 1 voting requirement purposefully diluted Black votes & produced decades of white-only elected officials. I'm hopeful the 117th Congress & new admin will demonstrate that we have learned from our history & not repeat sordid mistakes of our past." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Dec. 21, 2020 More Than A Dozen Scott Provisions Included in COVID Relief, Year End Funding, and Tax Bills Sen.Tim Scott
Dec. 14, 2020 Scott and colleagues celebrate passage of bill to train pilots, support ROTC students at HBCUs Sen.Tim Scott
Dec. 14, 2020 Tweet - "8 years ago 26 innocent children & adults were gunned down at Sandy Hook Elementary School. Last year the House passed bipartisan legislation taking steps to #EndGunViolence. The Senate can't continue to ignore the gun violence crisis in this country. It's time for them to act." Rep.Jim Clyburn
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