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Oct. 27, 2018 Tweet - "From Louisville, KY to now Pittsburgh, PA, my heart breaks for yet another community shattered by hatred & violence. To the Jewish community, know that we stand with you, now and always. 1/2" Sen. Patty Murray
Sept. 26, 2018 Tweet - "You only need to hear one story of a teacher accidentally firing a gun in a classroom, leaving it where a child can get access to it, or threatening a child with a gun to know we need fewer firearms in schools--not more." Sen. Patty Murray
Sept. 25, 2018 Tweet - "In the aftermath of many school shootings, we should be doing everything we can to address gun violence and make our schools safer. Unfortunately, Secretary @BetsyDeVosED is heading in the opposite direction by allowing schools to use federal funds to purchase guns for teachers." Sen. Patty Murray
Sept. 25, 2018 Tweet - "It only takes one story of a teacher accidentally firing a gun in a classroom, leaving a gun in a school bathroom, or threatening a child with a gun, to know we need fewer firearms in schools--not more. I call on @BetsyDeVosED to end this dangerous proposal immediately." Sen. Patty Murray
Sept. 25, 2018 Hearing of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee - Opening Statement of Sen. Murray, Hearing on the Every Student Succeeds Act: States Leading The Way Sen. Patty Murray
Sept. 12, 2018 Tweet - "By allowing schools to use federal funds to buy firearms, @BetsyDeVosED is making our schools more dangerous and our students less safe. I'm going to keep fighting this deeply harmful proposal every step of the way." Sen. Patty Murray
Sept. 11, 2018 Tweet - "I appreciate @ChrisMurphyCT leading the charge calling for @BetsyDevosED to testify on allowing schools to use federal money to buy guns. This isn't what these funds are meant for & more guns in the classroom will only make students & teachers less safe." Sen. Patty Murray
Sept. 8, 2018 Tweet - "It's no wonder the NRA immediately applauded this nomination. Judge Kavanaugh has taken a far more expansive interpretation of the 2nd Amendment, and has vigorously argued that assault weapon bans are unconstitutional. #StopKavanagh" Sen. Patty Murray
Aug. 31, 2018 Tweet - "This editorial from @EverettHerald hits the nail squarely on the head (Special Character) "There are other solutions to increasing safety that don't turn schools into armed camps. Putting more "good guys with guns' into schools would actually make our children less safe." Sen. Patty Murray
Aug. 31, 2018 Tweet - "Using federal funds to arm teachers in our schools isn't what students or parents want, what our teachers want, or what Congress intended. There are better ways to keep our kids safe--period." Sen. Patty Murray
Aug. 30, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of Education - Abandon Proposals to Use Taxpayer Dollars to Arm Teachers Sen. Patty Murray, ...
Aug. 28, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of Education - House Democrats to Secretary DeVos: Don't Spend Education Money on Guns Rep. Pramila Jayapal, ...
Aug. 28, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos - Don't Spend Education Money on Guns Rep. Adam Smith, ...
Aug. 25, 2018 Tweet - "Using these funds to add more firearms into schools is not only the opposite of what Congress intended, it is wrong and will make schools more dangerous and students less safe." Sen. Patty Murray
Aug. 23, 2018 Tweet - "It's well past time @BetsyDeVosED stops bowing down to the gun lobby and starts following the law and listening to the parents and students she is supposed to be working for." Sen. Patty Murray
Aug. 23, 2018 Murray: Using Taxpayer Dollars to Add More Guns to Schools "Is Wrong and Will Make Schools More Dangerous and Students Less Safe" Sen. Patty Murray
Aug. 23, 2018 Tweet - "It's not surprising that @BetsyDeVosEd would have the gall to try to sneak guns into schools through a program intended to support students and provide academic enrichment opportunities, but I'm going to stand with students, teachers, and parents across the country to fight it." Sen. Patty Murray
Aug. 23, 2018 Tweet - "Using these funds to add more firearms into schools is not only the opposite of what Congress intended, it is wrong and will make schools more dangerous and students less safe." Sen. Patty Murray
Aug. 22, 2018 Tweet - "Allowing blueprints online that help people to print guns is a direct rebuke to the wishes of the majority of people who want more common sense gun safety reforms, not fewer. Congress must come together to address this issue before it's too late." Sen. Patty Murray
Aug. 1, 2018 Tweet - "The overwhelming majority of people in the US have made it clear they want more common sense gun safety reforms to keep their families safe, not fewer--proud to join the many calls across the country & in WA to address this issue before it's too late" Sen. Patty Murray
July 31, 2018 Senator Murray Cosponsors New Legislation to Block Efforts to Make Blueprints for 3D Guns Publicly Accessible Sen. Patty Murray
July 30, 2018 Tweet - "So glad to see Washington state leading the way. I'm joining @AGOWA in calling for action to address this issue before it's too late." Sen. Patty Murray
July 30, 2018 Tweet - "The overwhelming majority of Americans have made it clear they want more common sense gun safety reforms to keep their families safe, not fewer--& the Trump Administration's decision to allow 3-D printing for guns is a direct rebuke to their wishes, & the health & safety of ppl." Sen. Patty Murray
July 30, 2018 Tweet - "At a time when we are seeing community after community, and family after family being devastated by gun violence, it's unconscionable that the Trump administration would simply shrug off this potential threat." Sen. Patty Murray
June 21, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of Education - Take Action Now to Prevent Gun Violence by Promoting Safe Storage Sen. Patty Murray
June 21, 2018 Tweet - "Since Columbine, over 210,000 students have experienced a shooting on campus--and 85% of the firearms used in these incidents have come from home or a family member. Safe gun storage and responsible firearm ownership are key to protecting our children. #AskingSavesKids" Sen. Patty Murray
June 21, 2018 Tweet - "Last year, GAO looked at programs to promote safe gun storage (like Lok-It-Up in King County) to better prevent gun-related harm, parents must safely store firearms so children do not encounter them in the first place. #AskingSavesLives https://www.gao.gov/assets/690/687239.pdf …" Sen. Patty Murray
June 12, 2018 Tweet - "With stories from Sante Fe, Texas & Parkland, Florida--to Marysville, in my home state--we should all know by now that there is no school, no family, no community that is exempt from the tragedy of gun violence." Sen. Patty Murray
June 11, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of Education - On the Heels of Student-Led Weekend of Action Against Gun Violence in Washington State & Nationwide, Senator Murray Questions Secretary DeVos' Inaction, Lack of Public Input, and Contradictory Statements on Gun Safety Commission Sen. Patty Murray
June 2, 2018 Tweet - "This weekend I urge you to join me in recognizing National Gun Violence Awareness Weekend. It's time for us to stand up and join together and fight back because I believe if we come together we can finally begin to address this critical issue in our country. #WearOrangeWeekend" Sen. Patty Murray
June 2, 2018 In New Video, Senator Murray Urges Washingtonians to Get Involved During National Gun Violence Awareness Month Sen. Patty Murray
June 1, 2018 Tweet - "I'm wearing orange because across the country we have seen gun violence in every community, from Sante Fe, Texas, to Parkland, Florida, to Washington state, in way too many communities. It's time for us to stand up and join together and fight back. #WearOrange" Sen. Patty Murray
May 29, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Jeff Sessions, Attorney General - Implement STOP School Violence Act Rep. Dan Newhouse, ...
May 23, 2018 Tweet - "We should all know by now that no family, no school, no community is exempt from the tragedy of gun violence. We can't stand by doing nothing & expect the status quo to change. It's beyond time to pass common-sense gun reforms." Sen. Patty Murray
May 23, 2018 Tweet - "From Marysville Pilchuck to Freeman to Santa Fe, there have been too many communities hurt by senseless gun violence. The stakes are too high for our families to allow Republicans in Congress to pretend we don't need action." Sen. Patty Murray
May 18, 2018 Tweet - "News coming out of TX is heartbreaking & unfortunately, far too familiar. Every student deserves to feel safe at school and no parent should have to worry about their child returning home safely. We must work together to prevent another tragedy like this from happening again." Sen. Patty Murray
April 20, 2018 Tweet - "Today marks the 19th anniversary of the Columbine High School massacre--another reminder that we must keep fighting to end the scourge of gun violence impacting lives & shattering communities nationwide. Enough is enough. The time is now to pass meaningful gun safety laws." Sen. Patty Murray
April 4, 2018 Tweet - "Honored to meet Bailie and Sarah yesterday in Longview, two people working to make a difference on gun safety. They know it's not enough to just stay home when you get mad at the status quo. You have to roll up your sleeves and fight for the change you believe in" Sen. Patty Murray
March 24, 2018 Tweet - "To all the students marching today: never doubt that your voices are powerful and are being heard. I'm so proud of all those in WA and nationwide who are refusing to let their elected leaders ignore the violence that has shattered communities for far too long. #MarchForOurLives" Sen. Patty Murray
March 23, 2018 Tweet - "Ahead of tomorrow's #MarchForOurLives, thank you to the Marysville Pilchuck HS survivors and families for making the trip from Washington state to the other Washington to make your voices heard. We're standing with you. #MPstrong" Sen. Patty Murray
March 22, 2018 Bipartisan Group Introduces Legislation to Raise Minimum Age to Purchase Firearms Rep. Pramila Jayapal, ...
March 21, 2018 Senator Murray to Keep Pushing HHS for Gun Violence Research Following Bipartisan Affirmation of Department's Role Sen. Patty Murray
March 21, 2018 Tweet - "It is well past time we prioritized research into gun safety. While we should be doing more, I'm glad Republicans are finally willing to join Democrats in affirming the Department of Health and Human Services' authority to conduct this critical research." Sen. Patty Murray
March 21, 2018 Senator Murray to Keep Pushing HHS for Gun Violence Research Following Bipartisan Affirmation of Department's Role Sen. Patty Murray
March 20, 2018 Tweet - "People who have real experience with gun violence are critical to solving this problem and they're absolutely critical to getting anything done. Their voices should be heard." Sen. Patty Murray
March 20, 2018 Tweet - "This confirms my worst fear for President Trump's gun commission: no survivors of gun violence, families of victims, or experts on gun safety or mental health will have a voice or seat at the table." Sen. Patty Murray
March 20, 2018 Tweet - "Following my meeting with @BetsyDeVosED last week, I have no confidence that this commission will be anything other than a tool for continued distraction and delay. This is unacceptable." Sen. Patty Murray
March 18, 2018 Tweet - "We know going up against the NRA and stubborn politicians won't be easy, but like you, I believe it a fight worth taking on." Sen. Patty Murray
March 17, 2018 Tweet - "I believe it is so critically important that members of Congress, students, parents, and teachers are provided with information about the entity charged with addressing one of the most serious and pressing issues in our country." Sen. Patty Murray
March 17, 2018 Tweet - "We need to work together to make sure no student has to go through the horrific violence we've seen repeated over and over again in this country." Sen. Patty Murray
Date Title Politician
Oct. 27, 2018 Tweet - "From Louisville, KY to now Pittsburgh, PA, my heart breaks for yet another community shattered by hatred & violence. To the Jewish community, know that we stand with you, now and always. 1/2" Sen.Patty Murray
Sept. 26, 2018 Tweet - "You only need to hear one story of a teacher accidentally firing a gun in a classroom, leaving it where a child can get access to it, or threatening a child with a gun to know we need fewer firearms in schools--not more." Sen.Patty Murray
Sept. 25, 2018 Tweet - "In the aftermath of many school shootings, we should be doing everything we can to address gun violence and make our schools safer. Unfortunately, Secretary @BetsyDeVosED is heading in the opposite direction by allowing schools to use federal funds to purchase guns for teachers." Sen.Patty Murray
Sept. 25, 2018 Tweet - "It only takes one story of a teacher accidentally firing a gun in a classroom, leaving a gun in a school bathroom, or threatening a child with a gun, to know we need fewer firearms in schools--not more. I call on @BetsyDeVosED to end this dangerous proposal immediately." Sen.Patty Murray
Sept. 25, 2018 Hearing of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee - Opening Statement of Sen. Murray, Hearing on the Every Student Succeeds Act: States Leading The Way Sen.Patty Murray
Sept. 12, 2018 Tweet - "By allowing schools to use federal funds to buy firearms, @BetsyDeVosED is making our schools more dangerous and our students less safe. I'm going to keep fighting this deeply harmful proposal every step of the way." Sen.Patty Murray
Sept. 11, 2018 Tweet - "I appreciate @ChrisMurphyCT leading the charge calling for @BetsyDevosED to testify on allowing schools to use federal money to buy guns. This isn't what these funds are meant for & more guns in the classroom will only make students & teachers less safe." Sen.Patty Murray
Sept. 8, 2018 Tweet - "It's no wonder the NRA immediately applauded this nomination. Judge Kavanaugh has taken a far more expansive interpretation of the 2nd Amendment, and has vigorously argued that assault weapon bans are unconstitutional. #StopKavanagh" Sen.Patty Murray
Aug. 31, 2018 Tweet - "This editorial from @EverettHerald hits the nail squarely on the head (Special Character) "There are other solutions to increasing safety that don't turn schools into armed camps. Putting more "good guys with guns' into schools would actually make our children less safe." Sen.Patty Murray
Aug. 31, 2018 Tweet - "Using federal funds to arm teachers in our schools isn't what students or parents want, what our teachers want, or what Congress intended. There are better ways to keep our kids safe--period." Sen.Patty Murray
Aug. 30, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of Education - Abandon Proposals to Use Taxpayer Dollars to Arm Teachers Sen.Patty Murray, ...
Aug. 28, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of Education - House Democrats to Secretary DeVos: Don't Spend Education Money on Guns Rep.Pramila Jayapal, ...
Aug. 28, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos - Don't Spend Education Money on Guns Rep.Adam Smith, ...
Aug. 25, 2018 Tweet - "Using these funds to add more firearms into schools is not only the opposite of what Congress intended, it is wrong and will make schools more dangerous and students less safe." Sen.Patty Murray
Aug. 23, 2018 Tweet - "It's well past time @BetsyDeVosED stops bowing down to the gun lobby and starts following the law and listening to the parents and students she is supposed to be working for." Sen.Patty Murray
Aug. 23, 2018 Murray: Using Taxpayer Dollars to Add More Guns to Schools "Is Wrong and Will Make Schools More Dangerous and Students Less Safe" Sen.Patty Murray
Aug. 23, 2018 Tweet - "It's not surprising that @BetsyDeVosEd would have the gall to try to sneak guns into schools through a program intended to support students and provide academic enrichment opportunities, but I'm going to stand with students, teachers, and parents across the country to fight it." Sen.Patty Murray
Aug. 23, 2018 Tweet - "Using these funds to add more firearms into schools is not only the opposite of what Congress intended, it is wrong and will make schools more dangerous and students less safe." Sen.Patty Murray
Aug. 22, 2018 Tweet - "Allowing blueprints online that help people to print guns is a direct rebuke to the wishes of the majority of people who want more common sense gun safety reforms, not fewer. Congress must come together to address this issue before it's too late." Sen.Patty Murray
Aug. 1, 2018 Tweet - "The overwhelming majority of people in the US have made it clear they want more common sense gun safety reforms to keep their families safe, not fewer--proud to join the many calls across the country & in WA to address this issue before it's too late" Sen.Patty Murray
July 31, 2018 Senator Murray Cosponsors New Legislation to Block Efforts to Make Blueprints for 3D Guns Publicly Accessible Sen.Patty Murray
July 30, 2018 Tweet - "So glad to see Washington state leading the way. I'm joining @AGOWA in calling for action to address this issue before it's too late." Sen.Patty Murray
July 30, 2018 Tweet - "The overwhelming majority of Americans have made it clear they want more common sense gun safety reforms to keep their families safe, not fewer--& the Trump Administration's decision to allow 3-D printing for guns is a direct rebuke to their wishes, & the health & safety of ppl." Sen.Patty Murray
July 30, 2018 Tweet - "At a time when we are seeing community after community, and family after family being devastated by gun violence, it's unconscionable that the Trump administration would simply shrug off this potential threat." Sen.Patty Murray
June 21, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of Education - Take Action Now to Prevent Gun Violence by Promoting Safe Storage Sen.Patty Murray
June 21, 2018 Tweet - "Since Columbine, over 210,000 students have experienced a shooting on campus--and 85% of the firearms used in these incidents have come from home or a family member. Safe gun storage and responsible firearm ownership are key to protecting our children. #AskingSavesKids" Sen.Patty Murray
June 21, 2018 Tweet - "Last year, GAO looked at programs to promote safe gun storage (like Lok-It-Up in King County) to better prevent gun-related harm, parents must safely store firearms so children do not encounter them in the first place. #AskingSavesLives https://www.gao.gov/assets/690/687239.pdf …" Sen.Patty Murray
June 12, 2018 Tweet - "With stories from Sante Fe, Texas & Parkland, Florida--to Marysville, in my home state--we should all know by now that there is no school, no family, no community that is exempt from the tragedy of gun violence." Sen.Patty Murray
June 11, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of Education - On the Heels of Student-Led Weekend of Action Against Gun Violence in Washington State & Nationwide, Senator Murray Questions Secretary DeVos' Inaction, Lack of Public Input, and Contradictory Statements on Gun Safety Commission Sen.Patty Murray
June 2, 2018 Tweet - "This weekend I urge you to join me in recognizing National Gun Violence Awareness Weekend. It's time for us to stand up and join together and fight back because I believe if we come together we can finally begin to address this critical issue in our country. #WearOrangeWeekend" Sen.Patty Murray
June 2, 2018 In New Video, Senator Murray Urges Washingtonians to Get Involved During National Gun Violence Awareness Month Sen.Patty Murray
June 1, 2018 Tweet - "I'm wearing orange because across the country we have seen gun violence in every community, from Sante Fe, Texas, to Parkland, Florida, to Washington state, in way too many communities. It's time for us to stand up and join together and fight back. #WearOrange" Sen.Patty Murray
May 29, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Jeff Sessions, Attorney General - Implement STOP School Violence Act Rep.Dan Newhouse, ...
May 23, 2018 Tweet - "We should all know by now that no family, no school, no community is exempt from the tragedy of gun violence. We can't stand by doing nothing & expect the status quo to change. It's beyond time to pass common-sense gun reforms." Sen.Patty Murray
May 23, 2018 Tweet - "From Marysville Pilchuck to Freeman to Santa Fe, there have been too many communities hurt by senseless gun violence. The stakes are too high for our families to allow Republicans in Congress to pretend we don't need action." Sen.Patty Murray
May 18, 2018 Tweet - "News coming out of TX is heartbreaking & unfortunately, far too familiar. Every student deserves to feel safe at school and no parent should have to worry about their child returning home safely. We must work together to prevent another tragedy like this from happening again." Sen.Patty Murray
April 20, 2018 Tweet - "Today marks the 19th anniversary of the Columbine High School massacre--another reminder that we must keep fighting to end the scourge of gun violence impacting lives & shattering communities nationwide. Enough is enough. The time is now to pass meaningful gun safety laws." Sen.Patty Murray
April 4, 2018 Tweet - "Honored to meet Bailie and Sarah yesterday in Longview, two people working to make a difference on gun safety. They know it's not enough to just stay home when you get mad at the status quo. You have to roll up your sleeves and fight for the change you believe in" Sen.Patty Murray
March 24, 2018 Tweet - "To all the students marching today: never doubt that your voices are powerful and are being heard. I'm so proud of all those in WA and nationwide who are refusing to let their elected leaders ignore the violence that has shattered communities for far too long. #MarchForOurLives" Sen.Patty Murray
March 23, 2018 Tweet - "Ahead of tomorrow's #MarchForOurLives, thank you to the Marysville Pilchuck HS survivors and families for making the trip from Washington state to the other Washington to make your voices heard. We're standing with you. #MPstrong" Sen.Patty Murray
March 22, 2018 Bipartisan Group Introduces Legislation to Raise Minimum Age to Purchase Firearms Rep.Pramila Jayapal, ...
March 21, 2018 Senator Murray to Keep Pushing HHS for Gun Violence Research Following Bipartisan Affirmation of Department's Role Sen.Patty Murray
March 21, 2018 Tweet - "It is well past time we prioritized research into gun safety. While we should be doing more, I'm glad Republicans are finally willing to join Democrats in affirming the Department of Health and Human Services' authority to conduct this critical research." Sen.Patty Murray
March 21, 2018 Senator Murray to Keep Pushing HHS for Gun Violence Research Following Bipartisan Affirmation of Department's Role Sen.Patty Murray
March 20, 2018 Tweet - "People who have real experience with gun violence are critical to solving this problem and they're absolutely critical to getting anything done. Their voices should be heard." Sen.Patty Murray
March 20, 2018 Tweet - "This confirms my worst fear for President Trump's gun commission: no survivors of gun violence, families of victims, or experts on gun safety or mental health will have a voice or seat at the table." Sen.Patty Murray
March 20, 2018 Tweet - "Following my meeting with @BetsyDeVosED last week, I have no confidence that this commission will be anything other than a tool for continued distraction and delay. This is unacceptable." Sen.Patty Murray
March 18, 2018 Tweet - "We know going up against the NRA and stubborn politicians won't be easy, but like you, I believe it a fight worth taking on." Sen.Patty Murray
March 17, 2018 Tweet - "I believe it is so critically important that members of Congress, students, parents, and teachers are provided with information about the entity charged with addressing one of the most serious and pressing issues in our country." Sen.Patty Murray
March 17, 2018 Tweet - "We need to work together to make sure no student has to go through the horrific violence we've seen repeated over and over again in this country." Sen.Patty Murray
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