Tammy Duckworth

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

I’d get to my gate, look around and realize there was no clean, private space for me to breastfeed. I was told to pump in a bathroom stall – we wouldn’t ask anyone to each their lunch in an airport bathroom, why should we feed our kids on a toilet seat? 3/ — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

For example, it wasn’t until I had my first daughter that I realized how hard it is for mothers to do the things they need to do for their babies. When I was a Congresswoman, I spent a lot of time in airports, traveling between IL and D.C. 2/ — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

THREAD: I’ve spent my life in male-dominated fields: first in the military and now in Congress. From flying helicopters in Iraq to passing bills here in the Senate, I’ve learned time and again the good that arises from bringing a different perspective to the conversation. 1/ — PolitiTweet.org

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U.S. Senate Pages have the unique experience of spending their days with us in Congress, learning firsthand about the policy making process and public service. It was good to be able to meet with Illinois’s Page, Arjun Nageswaran. https://t.co/wNeZaQPYQt — PolitiTweet.org

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This #BumpDay, let’s recommit to doing everything we can to help ALL moms-to-be have healthy pregnancies, safe births and access to quality health care to for their baby. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

Good. Now pay all 50 of your employees with intellectual disabilities a living wage. https://t.co/YsN6nqcgKt — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

RT @FullFrontalSamB: Sam’s got a new show complete with a sidekick, band, and special guest @SenDuckworth tonight at 10:30 on TBS! #Samanth… — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

Flying for my country was one of the greatest joys of my life. I’m glad I could meet with @AOPA to discuss how we can work together to help more people discover what flight has to offer. https://t.co/KnQw46Fu17 — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

There shouldn’t be a moment’s hesitation when it comes to passing the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund. This is indefensible, the heroes who put their health on the line to save others should be taken care of. The Senate owes it to them to reauthorize this fund immediately. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

We need more girls who aren’t afraid to fight for what they believe in. I’m glad I got to speak with a few members of @Girls_inc today. You all have a partner in me as we work together to create a better, fairer world. #StrongSmartBold https://t.co/Xhl90McGpu — PolitiTweet.org

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Mourning the loss of Chicago-native John Paul Stevens, a remarkable man, the second longest-serving #SCOTUS Justice in our nation's history & a formidable judicial mind. America is better because of his work, & his mark on so many aspects of the law will be felt for generations. — PolitiTweet.org

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.@SenateDems and I are done waiting around for Republicans to act on climate change. Today, @SenDemsClimate is holding our first hearing on how the federal government can work with cities to build a clean energy future. Tune in: — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @TVietor08: The WH tries to end asylum as we know it. The global reaction to our President’s racism. Updates out of Iran and North Korea… — PolitiTweet.org

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WATCH: At a cmte hearing, @EsperDOD agreed the existing AUMFs do NOT give Donald Trump the legal authority to start a war with Iran. Only Congress can declare war – which we have NOT done. The hawks in the Trump Administration should remember that and give diplomacy a try... https://t.co/qwK8mm26Do — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @RepHastingsFL: ICYMI, @NBC2 ran this story on my bill H.R.3166 with @SenDuckworth requiring DoD to update its forms currently using rac… — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

RT @crookedmedia: New #PodSaveTheWorld! @TVietor08 & @brhodes give an Iran update, discuss the global response to Trump's racism, Biden's f… — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @FullFrontalSamB: On tomorrow's all new Full Frontal, Sam takes her rightful place...behind a desk. With special guest @SenDuckworth! Tu… — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

Caps off to the Chicago White Sox for extending netting to protect fans from foul balls. A souvenir ⚾ is nice, but it’s not worth any fan or child getting seriously injured. Senator Dick Durbin and I hope every #MLB team follows the lead of the #WhiteSox. — PolitiTweet.org

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Finally, I returned to Cairo to meet with newly-elected Mayor Thomas Simpson. We talked about how we can work together to help the families of Cairo to rebuild their local community and generate economic growth. https://t.co/1MuT2HolnY — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

I also met with leaders from Alexander, Union, Randolph & Jackson counties to discuss the impacts of extreme flooding in the area. This flooding has devastated so many families, & I will keep working with local leaders to help provide federal support to repair these communities. https://t.co/nCUDkS3mGN — PolitiTweet.org

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I toured Southern Illinois Healthcare System’s Cancer Institute with President and CEO Rex Buddle, where we discussed expanding healthcare access in rural communities, because every Illinoisan—no matter their zip code—deserves the same access to quality health services. https://t.co/PrDP5nMMNP — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

I had a great weekend in Southern Illinois where I met with local officials and hosted a town hall with hundreds of residents to hear about what they need from their leaders in Washington and how I can help. https://t.co/PCPne8DH0b — PolitiTweet.org

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Update: This is STILL a disgusting and racist attack on four American women of color elected by fellow American citizens. It’s STILL ignorant, shameful and utterly despicable. And it should be condemned by EVERYONE across the political spectrum. https://t.co/47cTMi2gQY — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

RT @SenDuckworth: This is a disgusting and racist attack on four American women of color elected by fellow American citizens. Typical Trump… — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

WATCH: Servicemembers have enough to worry about while they’re deployed, which is why it’s critical that the next Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff understands the importance of protecting military families from deportation. https://t.co/oBQFVlM4gB — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

This is a disgusting and racist attack on four American women of color elected by fellow American citizens. Typical Trump: ignorant, shameful and utterly despicable. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

Imagine the conditions when the cameras aren’t on. How can Vice President Pence or anyone else claim this is humane?! — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

#LGBTQ servicemembers + Veterans deserve access to care + benefits they've earned, the same as anyone defending us. My bill authorizes @DeptVetAffairs to truly “serve all who served” by requiring VA to include #LGBTQ servicemembers+Veterans in their surveys, outreach+advocacy. — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @ChrisYuWPSD: “I think it is fundamental to our democracy and who we are as a nation, and it sets us apart from other nations..." @SenD… — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @CrainsChicago: As this weekend's ICE raids loom, @SenDuckworth is taking aim at a new move by the Trump admin to deport family members… — PolitiTweet.org