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Oct. 16, 2021 Tweet - "On this day 53 years ago, Tommie Smith & John Carlos gestured the Black Power Salute at the 1968 Olympics, in protest of growing racial injustice. Decades later, the division they protested against endures. We must follow their example of bravery & stand up against injustice." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Oct. 15, 2021 Tweet - "The #BuildBackBetter Act is our opportunity to address the systemic inequities exposed and exacerbated by COVID-19. This is a not a red state/blue state issue. This is a moral issue for all Americans." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Oct. 14, 2021 Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States- Hagerty, Rubio, Colleagues Urge Biden to Fire VP Harris as Border Czar Sen. Tim Scott, ...
Oct. 8, 2021 Tweet - "When we discuss health, we must include mental health. The COVID-19 pandemic has had unprecedented effects on the mental health of people across the country. National Mental Illness Awareness Week is an opportunity to #endthestigma and stand with those suffering. #MIAW21" Rep. Jim Clyburn
Oct. 7, 2021 Letter to Hon. Merrick Garland, Attorney General - On DOJ Intentions on What's Classified as Criminal Conduct Rep. Ralph Norman, ...
Oct. 7, 2021 Letter to Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security- Blackburn, GOP Colleagues Press DHS for Answers On Release Of Haitian Migrants Into U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham, ...
Oct. 7, 2021 Letter to Hon. Merrick Garland, United States Attorney General - Sens. Cruz, Grassley, Judiciary Republicans Push Back on Justice Department Crackdown on Free Speech of Parents Protesting School Boards Sen. Lindsey Graham, ...
Oct. 7, 2021 Tweet - "Under a FEMA program established by Congress, nearly $26 million in COVID-19 funeral assistance has been provided to 3,700+ SC families impacted by this pandemic. It cannot erase their grief, but this program can ease the financial burdens associated with losing a loved one." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Oct. 6, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas - Secretary of Homeland Security - Provide Answers on Release of Haitian Migrants into US Sen. Tim Scott, ...
Oct. 6, 2021 Tweet - "Yesterday's Senate introduction of the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act is an important step toward protecting minority voting rights, which have been under attack across the nation. I urge its swift passage to protect the most fundamental right in our democracy." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Oct. 5, 2021 Tweet - "From the debt limit to the Senate's ability to filibuster constitutional rights, Congress has some archaic rules that we need to get rid of." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Oct. 4, 2021 Tweet - "I hear from people every day who support the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act, the #ForThePeople Act, and the Freedom to Vote Act. The efforts to nullify votes pose a great threat to our democracy. We must not rest until the right to vote is secured." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Oct. 1, 2021 Tweet - "Each of the nearly 700,000 flags in the #InAmericaRemember exhibit represents an American life--a friend, family member, and neighbor we've lost to COVID-19. May we never forget the immense toll of this pandemic, and may we do what is necessary to stop further loss of life." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Oct. 1, 2021 Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States- Blackburn, Graham To President Biden: Tell Migrant Caravan To Turn Around Sen. Lindsey Graham, ...
Oct. 1, 2021 Letter to Hon. Joe Biden, President - Biden's Effort to Increase Oversight, Regulations on Guns Sen. Tim Scott, ...
Oct. 1, 2021 Letter to Hon. Muriel Bowser, Mayor of the District of Columbia - Comer, Republicans Express Concerns over D.C. Mayor's Failure to Address Surging Violent Crime Rep. Ralph Norman, ...
Sept. 30, 2021 Tweet - "I am honored to receive the 2021 March on Washington Film Festival John Robert Lewis Lifetime Legacy Award presented by my friend, @RepUnderwood . I just hope I live long enough to prove myself worthy of this award I have been given in his name." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Sept. 30, 2021 Tweet - "With today's vote, @HouseDemocrats successfully ensured the federal government remains open and ready to support families across the country. I'm proud to support the Extending Government Funding and Delivering Emergency Assistance Act #ForThePeople." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Sept. 29, 2021 Tweet - "Few have felt the impact of the pandemic like those working on the front lines of our health care system. They put their lives on the line to help our communities. We owe it to them to keep them safe." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Sept. 28, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Joe Biden, President of the United States - Cassidy, Marshall, Colleagues: Biden Administration Must Not Support International Oversight of Americans' 2nd Amendment Rights Sen. Tim Scott, ...
Sept. 28, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Joe Biden, President of the United States - Sens. Marshall, Moran, Inhofe: Biden Administration Must Not Support International Oversight of Americans' 2nd Amendment Rights Sen. Lindsey Graham, ...
Sept. 28, 2021 Tweet - "With voting rights under attack across the country, it's more important than ever that every eligible American is registered to vote. This #NationalVoterRegistrationDay, I urge you to use your voice and update your registration today at http://vote.gov." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Sept. 28, 2021 Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - Sens. Moran, Marshall Request Clarification Regarding Administration's Intent to Open Second Amendment Rights to International Regulation Sen. Lindsey Graham, ...
Sept. 23, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Merrick Garland, Attorney General of the United States Department of Justice, the Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of the United States Department of Health and Human Services, and the Hon. Francis Collins, Director of the United States Department of Health and Human Services - Cassidy, Colleagues Demand DOJ Investigation on Illegal Fetal Tissue Research Rep. William Timmons, ...
Sept. 17, 2021 Tweet - "Dr. King, John Lewis, & many others pushed the political pendulum toward justice in the 1960s. Now, more than 50 years later, forces in the country are trying to pull it back toward voter suppression & nullification. We must protect the right to vote." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Sept. 15, 2021 Tweet - "Attacks on voting rights chip away at the foundation of our democracy. We must act now to protect the sacred right to vote. I urge swift passage of the Senate's Freedom to Vote Act. It will strengthen our democracy and provide voter protections in all 50 states." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Sept. 14, 2021 Graham, Waltz Urge State Department To Designate Afghan Taliban As A Foreign Terrorist Organization Sen. Lindsey Graham
Sept. 13, 2021 Tweet - "Since 1994, the #ViolenceAgainstWomenAct has saved countless lives by protecting the rights and bolstering the safety of women facing sexual and domestic violence. The House voted to reauthorize #VAWA in March. The Senate must act." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Sept. 11, 2021 Tweet - "On this 20th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attack, may we honor the memories of those we lost and remain grateful for the bravery of the first responders who rushed to the scene. #NeverForget" Rep. Jim Clyburn
Sept. 3, 2021 Tweet - "Substance abuse and mental health disorders continue to erode at the qualities of lives and livelihoods for too many Americans. I commend @POTUS for declaring September #RecoveryMonth. We all ought to come together to #EndTheStigma and support those in recovery." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Sept. 2, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Miguel Cardona, Secretary of the Department of Education - Owens Joins Letter Questioning Education Department's Investigation of States' Masking Policies Rep. Joe Wilson, ...
Aug. 30, 2021 Tweet - "My thoughts and prayers are with the people in the Gulf Coast region as the peril of Hurricane Ida persists. I commend the whole-of-government effort to deliver efficient and effective relief to every family affected by this devastating storm." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Aug. 28, 2021 CNN "CNN Newsroom" - Transcript: Interview with James Clyburn Rep. Jim Clyburn
Aug. 27, 2021 Tweet - "As we near the 58th anniversary of the #MarchOnWashington, we are reminded of the civil rights leaders who fought and died to protect the sacred right to vote. We ought to honor and continue their legacy with the passage of both HR 4 and HR 1 #ForThePeople." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Aug. 27, 2021 Tweet - "During World War I, the Harlem Hellfighters engaged in brutal trench warfare for 191 days to protect our freedoms, despite prevailing racism in America. I commend @RepTomSuozzi for spearheading this effort to honor these unsung heroes with the Congressional Gold Medal." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Aug. 26, 2021 Senator Scott Statement on the Attack in Afghanistan Sen. Tim Scott
Aug. 26, 2021 Tweet - "As we celebrate #WomensEqualityDay today, we must recommit ourselves to the fight for equal pay, equal access, and equal opportunity for all women." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Aug. 25, 2021 Letter to Dick Durbin, Chair of Senate Judiciary Commnittee - Sen. Cruz, Judiciary Republicans Push for Fentanyl Hearing as Life-Saving Deadline Looms Sen. Lindsey Graham, ...
Aug. 24, 2021 Tweet - "There are 49 states that have introduced legislation to suppress the vote within Black and Brown communities. We saw it happen down in Georgia. We're watching it unfold in Texas. Passing #HR4 will help ensure every American has unfettered access to the ballot box." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Aug. 24, 2021 Tweet - "After my Dad first registered to vote, he put a sign in the window of our house so anyone walking in that door read: "I am registered. Are you?" That stayed with me. My vote on #HR4 was for him. It was for my grandchildren. It was to ensure our country will have a better future." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Aug. 24, 2021 Tweet - "Thinking of my dear friend John Lewis today. He knew the future of our democracy was not guaranteed and dedicated his life to preserving it. Today we have the opportunity to honor his legacy and send the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act to the Senate. I'm ready." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Aug. 24, 2021 Representatives Bucshon, Ruiz Introduce DIVERSE Trials Act Sen. Tim Scott, ...
Aug. 19, 2021 Letter to Hon. Merrick Garland, United States Attorney General - Sen. Cramer, Colleagues Demand Durham Report Be Made Public Sen. Tim Scott, ...
Aug. 19, 2021 Tweet - "Thank you to the U.S. Capitol Police and all other law enforcement agencies who responded to the security threat near the U.S. Capitol complex today. Time and time again these officers risk their own lives to protect all of us. We owe them our gratitude." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Aug. 19, 2021 Letter to Hon. Merrick Garland, United States Attorney General - Hoeven to AG Garland: Allow for Completion and Public Release of Durham Report Sen. Lindsey Graham, ...
Aug. 19, 2021 Letter to Hon. Joe Biden, President of the United States - Rep. Jackson, Armed Services Committee Republicans Press Biden For A Plan On Afghanistan Rep. Joe Wilson, ...
Aug. 18, 2021 Letter to Hon. Merrick Garland, United States Attorney General; and Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Sen. Cramer, Colleagues Demand Justice for Conscience Rights of Health Care Workers Rep. William Timmons, ...
Aug. 18, 2021 Tweet - "The 19th Amendment was ratified 101 years ago today, granting the sacred right to vote to some women. Despite these advances, the foundation of our democracy remains under attack. We must do what is necessary to protect the fundamental right to vote for all." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Aug. 17, 2021 Tweet - "Proud to join @RepTerriSewell & @RepJerryNadler to introduce the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act. This bill will fulfill my dear friend John Lewis' sacred commitment to voting as a fundamental right and a touchstone of the greatest democracy the world has ever known." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Aug. 17, 2021 Tweet - "What we're seeing across the country now are voter nullification tactics on steroids. To protect the cornerstone of our democracy and honor the sacrifices of those who have dedicated their lives to protecting access to the ballot box, we must pass #HR4. #RestoretheVote" Rep. Jim Clyburn
Date Title Politician
Oct. 16, 2021 Tweet - "On this day 53 years ago, Tommie Smith & John Carlos gestured the Black Power Salute at the 1968 Olympics, in protest of growing racial injustice. Decades later, the division they protested against endures. We must follow their example of bravery & stand up against injustice." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Oct. 15, 2021 Tweet - "The #BuildBackBetter Act is our opportunity to address the systemic inequities exposed and exacerbated by COVID-19. This is a not a red state/blue state issue. This is a moral issue for all Americans." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Oct. 14, 2021 Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States- Hagerty, Rubio, Colleagues Urge Biden to Fire VP Harris as Border Czar Sen.Tim Scott, ...
Oct. 8, 2021 Tweet - "When we discuss health, we must include mental health. The COVID-19 pandemic has had unprecedented effects on the mental health of people across the country. National Mental Illness Awareness Week is an opportunity to #endthestigma and stand with those suffering. #MIAW21" Rep.Jim Clyburn
Oct. 7, 2021 Letter to Hon. Merrick Garland, Attorney General - On DOJ Intentions on What's Classified as Criminal Conduct Rep.Ralph Norman, ...
Oct. 7, 2021 Letter to Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security- Blackburn, GOP Colleagues Press DHS for Answers On Release Of Haitian Migrants Into U.S. Sen.Lindsey Graham, ...
Oct. 7, 2021 Letter to Hon. Merrick Garland, United States Attorney General - Sens. Cruz, Grassley, Judiciary Republicans Push Back on Justice Department Crackdown on Free Speech of Parents Protesting School Boards Sen.Lindsey Graham, ...
Oct. 7, 2021 Tweet - "Under a FEMA program established by Congress, nearly $26 million in COVID-19 funeral assistance has been provided to 3,700+ SC families impacted by this pandemic. It cannot erase their grief, but this program can ease the financial burdens associated with losing a loved one." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Oct. 6, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas - Secretary of Homeland Security - Provide Answers on Release of Haitian Migrants into US Sen.Tim Scott, ...
Oct. 6, 2021 Tweet - "Yesterday's Senate introduction of the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act is an important step toward protecting minority voting rights, which have been under attack across the nation. I urge its swift passage to protect the most fundamental right in our democracy." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Oct. 5, 2021 Tweet - "From the debt limit to the Senate's ability to filibuster constitutional rights, Congress has some archaic rules that we need to get rid of." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Oct. 4, 2021 Tweet - "I hear from people every day who support the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act, the #ForThePeople Act, and the Freedom to Vote Act. The efforts to nullify votes pose a great threat to our democracy. We must not rest until the right to vote is secured." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Oct. 1, 2021 Tweet - "Each of the nearly 700,000 flags in the #InAmericaRemember exhibit represents an American life--a friend, family member, and neighbor we've lost to COVID-19. May we never forget the immense toll of this pandemic, and may we do what is necessary to stop further loss of life." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Oct. 1, 2021 Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States- Blackburn, Graham To President Biden: Tell Migrant Caravan To Turn Around Sen.Lindsey Graham, ...
Oct. 1, 2021 Letter to Hon. Joe Biden, President - Biden's Effort to Increase Oversight, Regulations on Guns Sen.Tim Scott, ...
Oct. 1, 2021 Letter to Hon. Muriel Bowser, Mayor of the District of Columbia - Comer, Republicans Express Concerns over D.C. Mayor's Failure to Address Surging Violent Crime Rep.Ralph Norman, ...
Sept. 30, 2021 Tweet - "I am honored to receive the 2021 March on Washington Film Festival John Robert Lewis Lifetime Legacy Award presented by my friend, @RepUnderwood . I just hope I live long enough to prove myself worthy of this award I have been given in his name." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Sept. 30, 2021 Tweet - "With today's vote, @HouseDemocrats successfully ensured the federal government remains open and ready to support families across the country. I'm proud to support the Extending Government Funding and Delivering Emergency Assistance Act #ForThePeople." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Sept. 29, 2021 Tweet - "Few have felt the impact of the pandemic like those working on the front lines of our health care system. They put their lives on the line to help our communities. We owe it to them to keep them safe." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Sept. 28, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Joe Biden, President of the United States - Cassidy, Marshall, Colleagues: Biden Administration Must Not Support International Oversight of Americans' 2nd Amendment Rights Sen.Tim Scott, ...
Sept. 28, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Joe Biden, President of the United States - Sens. Marshall, Moran, Inhofe: Biden Administration Must Not Support International Oversight of Americans' 2nd Amendment Rights Sen.Lindsey Graham, ...
Sept. 28, 2021 Tweet - "With voting rights under attack across the country, it's more important than ever that every eligible American is registered to vote. This #NationalVoterRegistrationDay, I urge you to use your voice and update your registration today at http://vote.gov." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Sept. 28, 2021 Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - Sens. Moran, Marshall Request Clarification Regarding Administration's Intent to Open Second Amendment Rights to International Regulation Sen.Lindsey Graham, ...
Sept. 23, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Merrick Garland, Attorney General of the United States Department of Justice, the Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of the United States Department of Health and Human Services, and the Hon. Francis Collins, Director of the United States Department of Health and Human Services - Cassidy, Colleagues Demand DOJ Investigation on Illegal Fetal Tissue Research Rep.William Timmons, ...
Sept. 17, 2021 Tweet - "Dr. King, John Lewis, & many others pushed the political pendulum toward justice in the 1960s. Now, more than 50 years later, forces in the country are trying to pull it back toward voter suppression & nullification. We must protect the right to vote." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Sept. 15, 2021 Tweet - "Attacks on voting rights chip away at the foundation of our democracy. We must act now to protect the sacred right to vote. I urge swift passage of the Senate's Freedom to Vote Act. It will strengthen our democracy and provide voter protections in all 50 states." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Sept. 14, 2021 Graham, Waltz Urge State Department To Designate Afghan Taliban As A Foreign Terrorist Organization Sen.Lindsey Graham
Sept. 13, 2021 Tweet - "Since 1994, the #ViolenceAgainstWomenAct has saved countless lives by protecting the rights and bolstering the safety of women facing sexual and domestic violence. The House voted to reauthorize #VAWA in March. The Senate must act." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Sept. 11, 2021 Tweet - "On this 20th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attack, may we honor the memories of those we lost and remain grateful for the bravery of the first responders who rushed to the scene. #NeverForget" Rep.Jim Clyburn
Sept. 3, 2021 Tweet - "Substance abuse and mental health disorders continue to erode at the qualities of lives and livelihoods for too many Americans. I commend @POTUS for declaring September #RecoveryMonth. We all ought to come together to #EndTheStigma and support those in recovery." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Sept. 2, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Miguel Cardona, Secretary of the Department of Education - Owens Joins Letter Questioning Education Department's Investigation of States' Masking Policies Rep.Joe Wilson, ...
Aug. 30, 2021 Tweet - "My thoughts and prayers are with the people in the Gulf Coast region as the peril of Hurricane Ida persists. I commend the whole-of-government effort to deliver efficient and effective relief to every family affected by this devastating storm." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Aug. 28, 2021 CNN "CNN Newsroom" - Transcript: Interview with James Clyburn Rep.Jim Clyburn
Aug. 27, 2021 Tweet - "As we near the 58th anniversary of the #MarchOnWashington, we are reminded of the civil rights leaders who fought and died to protect the sacred right to vote. We ought to honor and continue their legacy with the passage of both HR 4 and HR 1 #ForThePeople." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Aug. 27, 2021 Tweet - "During World War I, the Harlem Hellfighters engaged in brutal trench warfare for 191 days to protect our freedoms, despite prevailing racism in America. I commend @RepTomSuozzi for spearheading this effort to honor these unsung heroes with the Congressional Gold Medal." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Aug. 26, 2021 Senator Scott Statement on the Attack in Afghanistan Sen.Tim Scott
Aug. 26, 2021 Tweet - "As we celebrate #WomensEqualityDay today, we must recommit ourselves to the fight for equal pay, equal access, and equal opportunity for all women." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Aug. 25, 2021 Letter to Dick Durbin, Chair of Senate Judiciary Commnittee - Sen. Cruz, Judiciary Republicans Push for Fentanyl Hearing as Life-Saving Deadline Looms Sen.Lindsey Graham, ...
Aug. 24, 2021 Tweet - "There are 49 states that have introduced legislation to suppress the vote within Black and Brown communities. We saw it happen down in Georgia. We're watching it unfold in Texas. Passing #HR4 will help ensure every American has unfettered access to the ballot box." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Aug. 24, 2021 Tweet - "After my Dad first registered to vote, he put a sign in the window of our house so anyone walking in that door read: "I am registered. Are you?" That stayed with me. My vote on #HR4 was for him. It was for my grandchildren. It was to ensure our country will have a better future." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Aug. 24, 2021 Tweet - "Thinking of my dear friend John Lewis today. He knew the future of our democracy was not guaranteed and dedicated his life to preserving it. Today we have the opportunity to honor his legacy and send the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act to the Senate. I'm ready." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Aug. 24, 2021 Representatives Bucshon, Ruiz Introduce DIVERSE Trials Act Sen.Tim Scott, ...
Aug. 19, 2021 Letter to Hon. Merrick Garland, United States Attorney General - Sen. Cramer, Colleagues Demand Durham Report Be Made Public Sen.Tim Scott, ...
Aug. 19, 2021 Tweet - "Thank you to the U.S. Capitol Police and all other law enforcement agencies who responded to the security threat near the U.S. Capitol complex today. Time and time again these officers risk their own lives to protect all of us. We owe them our gratitude." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Aug. 19, 2021 Letter to Hon. Merrick Garland, United States Attorney General - Hoeven to AG Garland: Allow for Completion and Public Release of Durham Report Sen.Lindsey Graham, ...
Aug. 19, 2021 Letter to Hon. Joe Biden, President of the United States - Rep. Jackson, Armed Services Committee Republicans Press Biden For A Plan On Afghanistan Rep.Joe Wilson, ...
Aug. 18, 2021 Letter to Hon. Merrick Garland, United States Attorney General; and Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Sen. Cramer, Colleagues Demand Justice for Conscience Rights of Health Care Workers Rep.William Timmons, ...
Aug. 18, 2021 Tweet - "The 19th Amendment was ratified 101 years ago today, granting the sacred right to vote to some women. Despite these advances, the foundation of our democracy remains under attack. We must do what is necessary to protect the fundamental right to vote for all." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Aug. 17, 2021 Tweet - "Proud to join @RepTerriSewell & @RepJerryNadler to introduce the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act. This bill will fulfill my dear friend John Lewis' sacred commitment to voting as a fundamental right and a touchstone of the greatest democracy the world has ever known." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Aug. 17, 2021 Tweet - "What we're seeing across the country now are voter nullification tactics on steroids. To protect the cornerstone of our democracy and honor the sacrifices of those who have dedicated their lives to protecting access to the ballot box, we must pass #HR4. #RestoretheVote" Rep.Jim Clyburn
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