Tammy Duckworth

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

My staff was in Beardstown and Jacksonville today to host mobile office hours and help constituents with federal issues. Reaching as many people across the state and hearing their concerns is one of my top priorities, and these mobile office hours help reach that goal. https://t.co/8ifRKEO53a — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

After hearing from @McDonalds workers late last year, I asked their CEO how they would address these widespread problems. I’ll continue to push for progress because no one should EVER work at a place that's unsafe & where they're unable to report harassment without retaliation. https://t.co/J5CaEgfIRu — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

I’m proud of Brittany, Maribel, Jamelia and the many courageous workers who are speaking out against sexual harassment and the systematic workplace safety problems at @McDonalds and restaurants nationwide. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

After hearing from @McDonalds' workers late last year, I asked their CEO how they would address these widespread problems. I’ll continue to push for progress because no one should EVER work at a place that's unsafe & where they're unable to report harassment without retaliation. https://t.co/NxdDWi95Pv — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

I’m proud of Brittany, Maribel, Jamelia and the many courageous workers who are speaking out against sexual harassment and the systematic workplace safety problems at @McDonald’s and restaurants nationwide. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

Last year, I wrote an op-ed opposing his appointment as a federal judge. You can read it here: https://t.co/cO3eNyRPRf — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

Torture is illegal, immoral and it puts our troops in greater danger. Those who participate or refuse to condemn it have absolutely NO place serving in the US Government. The Senate should be strong in this conviction and #StopNielson by rejecting his nomination today. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

I appreciate the visit today from @IllinoisAFP. Thank you for sharing your priorities with me. I look forward to working together to improve our nation’s healthcare system and strengthen the family medicine workforce. https://t.co/III9QeG5Fy — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

In light of recent safety incidents involving faulty Angle of Attack sensors, I’m calling on the @FAANews to publis… https://t.co/F6VF1hwZaK — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

Last week @SenatorDurbin & I announced over $140,000 in federal funding from @USDA to assist rural communities in Southern & Central IL with water & waste disposal projects. Investments like these are critical in helping rural communities across the state. https://t.co/7SA2PhvKvt — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

These proposals are commonsense & the next generation of Americans can’t afford for us to do nothing. Congress must take action ASAP to make college more affordable. No student should have to worry about drowning in student debt for their foreseeable future.🎓8/8 — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

Millennials are facing a mountain of student debt and it’s no coincidence that they’re waiting longer than previous generations to buy their first homes, get married, have kids and do things that used to be considered part of the American Dream. 7/ https://t.co/GG5Bsl1XLY — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

We can pass legislation I have introduced to improve childcare access for student-parents through the CCAMPIS program, so student parents can focus on raising their children and getting an education. 6/ — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

We can pass my ACTION for National Service Act which would give students the equivalent of four years of an average in-state tuition if they complete two full terms of national service, giving back to their community. 5/ — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

We can pass my Community College to Career Fund, which creates a grant program to support apprenticeship programs and partnerships between two year colleges and businesses – so students can graduate with the skills they need without a mountain of debt 4/ — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

We can pass The America’s College Promise Act from @SenatorBaldwin to help waive community college tuition. We can increase Pell Grants and pass @SenWarren’s proposals to let former students refinance their student loans at more affordable interest rates. 3/ — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

Everyone should be able to follow their dreams without having to worry about how they’ll make their next student loan payment. Mr. Smith’s example of paying it forward should push Congress to do its part by taking action to make higher education more affordable. 2/ — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

THREAD: This act of kindness speaks volumes about Robert Smith, but it should not take the generosity of a billionaire for students to graduate college without the devastating burden of student debt. 1/ — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

Glad to see Chicagoans and @IndivisibleChi rallying today to save Roe and defend reproductive rights! ✊ A woman’s medical decisions should be between her and her doctor, NOT dictated by politicians and government officials. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

Brendan and too many of his peers have stared down the barrel of a gun and sacrificed their lives to save their classmates. No more. Let’s pass legislation to address this epidemic that's robbing our children of the chance to pursue their dreams. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

Congratulations to @chicagosmayor Lori Lightfoot, Treasurer Melissa Conyears-Ervin and @chicityclerk Anna Valencia! Honored to attend your inauguration today and eager to work together for the people of Chicago. https://t.co/bHZxtrjORa — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

The city of Rockford & all Illinois has lost a critical voice, a trusted writer & an irreplaceable source of knowledge today. My thoughts go out to the Sweeny family, the staff at @rrstar & the entire community. Chuck will be sorely missed by all who knew him & read his writing. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

The city of Rockford and Illinois has lost a critical voice, a trusted writer & an irreplaceable source of knowledge today. My thoughts go out to the Sweeny family, the staff at @rrstar & the entire community. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him and read his writing. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

Waiting to celebrate the historic swearing in of our new Chicago Mayor, Lori Lightfoot! 🎉 https://t.co/jnJ2WNISwK — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

So glad to see the State of Illinois dedicate a section of Interstate 55 near Bloomington as the Sergeant Anthony R. Maddox Memorial Highway. Anthony died serving his country in Afghanistan in 2013. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

America’s resolve & commitment to the Iraqi people must remain strong to prevent a resurgence of ISIS. For the sake of the people of Iraq, America & the world, we can't leave this work unfinished. Read the op-ed I wrote w/ @SenAngusKing & @SenatorIsakson: https://t.co/E6pERSMB6v — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

Black & brown kids on the South + West sides of Chicago are 8x MORE LIKELY to die from asthma than their white peers. Millions of Americans risk lead poisoning in their schools & homes. We created the #EnvironmentalJusticeCaucus to address these issues https://t.co/PqKet0NcCz — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

I launched the Senate's first-ever Environmental Justice Caucus w/ @SenBooker & @SenatorCarper because every American deserves access to clean air & water, no matter their zip code, their income or the color of their skin. Read our op-ed in @Suntimes here: https://t.co/r018KQZYBT — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

I’m proud to be one of the #AAPI women in Congress. Our nation will only prosper when children can look to Congress & see themselves in their representatives. Here’s what I told @Bustle when they asked for my advice for the next generation of leaders: https://t.co/jE1owHJD8z — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

Trump’s Interior Secretary says he isn’t losing any sleep over climate change. He should – the science is clear and we must set aside politics and act now before it’s too late. — PolitiTweet.org