Tammy Duckworth

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

That’s why I’ve introduced legislation to increase funding for the CCAMPIS program to expand access to affordable childcare services on college campuses to meet this critical need. I urge Congress to increase funding for this critical initiative. https://t.co/zI9j911usa — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

It's hard to get your education when you have to worry how you'll pay for childcare on top of tuition, books, rent and food. I'm proud to read about how Brittany was able to achieve her education while caring for Rowan, but it shouldn’t have to be this hard. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

RT @SenatorBaldwin: Politicians may think they know better than women & their doctors. The fact is they don’t. #RoevWade is under attack… — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

Guess who were the first Senators to show up for Senate Armed Services Committee quorum? Women getting it done! https://t.co/52Z8p0NmUL — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

The #AlabamaAbortionBan would also endanger women’s lives and re-victimize survivors of sexual violence. Politicians in Washington and the #AlabamaSenate do NOT know better than women and their doctors. We must oppose these coordinated assaults on women’s freedoms + healthcare. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

The extreme #AlabamaAbortionBan would throw doctors in jail for up to 99 years simply for providing medical care. That’s horrific and it puts politics ahead of women's health. A woman’s medical decisions should be between her and her physician, NOT dictated by politicians. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

Good to meet with members from the @CAGTC to discuss how vital it is to invest in infrastructure throughout Illinois, and the need to look at our nation’s rail, highway, waterway and freight transportation networks from a systems perspective. #InfrastructureWeek https://t.co/wEeSId7Ias — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

I'm pleased to announce $9 million in funding for @FlyRFD with @RepCheri and @SenatorDurbin. Investing in our airport infrastructure is vital to the strength of our state’s transportation systems and our local economies. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

When I was recovering at Walter Reed, my goal wasn’t to get back to normal but to accomplish more than I’d achieved before. That’s why I’ve completed four Chicago Marathons – and I’m honored that was selected by @washingtonpost as a top athletic feat by an elected official. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

I was honored to keynote the @APAICS Gala last night! It's critical we reflect on how far the AAPI community has come while recognizing the work still left to be done to ensure that every Asian American – & every other person, regardless of race – can achieve the American Dream. https://t.co/lUqR5zANwo — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

Hey everyone, it’s actually #InfrastructureWeek! It’s a perfect time to talk about how investing in infrastructure boosts our economy & bolsters our national security – and why Congress and the administration must work together to pass major legislation to make it happen. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

So I wrote an op-ed in the @latimes about how elevating more women to elected office will help make that happen and why passing family-friendly legislation will strengthen our country and our economy. Read here ⬇️ 4/4 https://t.co/AnH0D6llai — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

The United States is the ONLY developed country that doesn’t guarantee all workers paid parental leave and we have a working culture that lets women fall out of the workforce — costing our economy dearly — and lets families fall into poverty. That needs to change. 3/ — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

I’m endlessly grateful that my colleagues changed Senate rules to allow me to fulfill my responsibilities to my constituents and my family, but it’s frustrating how many workplaces in the U.S. remain unfriendly and sometimes outright discriminatory towards working parents. 2/ — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

Last weekend, I celebrated Mother’s Day with my daughter Maile, who made history last year when she was 10 days old and became the first child allowed onto the Senate floor. 1/ — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

RT @APAICS: “To me, America became a country defined by its empathy. Not by its military might, but by its values. I saw a nation that was… — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

Women Veterans face many unique challenges + barriers as they transition out of the military. I'm excited to work w/@RepBrownley to raise awareness of these issues, improve care at VA + pass legislation to better the lives of women Veterans across our nation #WomenVetsTaskForce — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

The drums of war are getting louder so I made one thing clear: POTUS does NOT have the legal or constitutional authority to go to war without Congressional approval. Read my full statement on the meeting here⬇️ https://t.co/VcC3ExEGi2 — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

I had the chance to ask Acting Secretary Shanahan about this report today and express my concerns with the Trump Admin’s increasingly reckless approach to Iran. Sending tens of thousands of American forces into the region could put our national security at an even greater risk. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

I appreciated the opportunity to meet with @JUFChicago members today to hear their concerns and talk about the importance of non-profit security grant programs that help Jewish Community Centers, daycares & schools keep their community members and students safe. https://t.co/E8SaTDKgox — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

We also asked @EPA to use the full extent of its enforcement authority, impose fines on facilities illegally emitting high levels of manganese AND require companies to clean up land they've contaminated. Polluters, not families, should be on the hook to pay for any cleanup costs. https://t.co/KAAHD9p2Tp — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

Children on Chicago's Southeast Side are being exposed to unsafe levels of manganese – which negatively affects brain development – in violation of state + national air protections. @SenatorDurbin, @RepRobinKelly & I asked @EPA to take immediate action to protect Chicago families — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

Had a great meeting with LGBTQ servicemembers and Veterans last week at @AIDSChicago. If you are willing to risk your life for our country and can do the job, you should be able to serve—no matter your gender identity or sexual orientation. https://t.co/4N2vyyfK7n — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

RT @latimespolitics: "The reality is, this country can’t afford to wait 229 more years to pass laws that look out for families beyond the S… — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

I feel like the luckiest person in the world because I get to wake up on #MothersDay and spend today being a mom. I'd like to wish everyone a Happy Mother’s Day and hope you each get to enjoy quality time with your family. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

Robbing critical military priorities of another $1.5 billion to fund Trump’s border wall isn’t just wasteful, it’s harmful to our country. This will hurt military readiness and undermine the missions we have tasked our troops with carrying out. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

RT @jbf1755: This week, historyfellow & I talk women in Congress on @BackStoryRadio. I had the honor of interviewing Sen. Tammy Duckworth,… — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

I was honored to speak at the @ELPCenter gala this evening on the work I’ve been doing in the Senate to protect families against environmental harm. You don’t have to be a policy wonk to get why this is important—climate change is real https://t.co/GIMRxCIGl9 — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

Rudy Giuliani has reportedly been paid by foreign gvts + political parties, including in Ukraine, but FAILED to register as a foreign agent as the law requires. This is EXACTLY why I joined @SenatorTomUdall to ask DOJ to investigate. We never got a reply. https://t.co/1KPm7fHqlD — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

Trump @CFPBDirector Kathy Kraninger is trying to roll back protections from Americans and make it possible for payday lenders to trap consumers in a vicious cycle of debt with interest rates as high as 390%! @CFPB is taking comments until May 15th here: https://t.co/bFLMDSd3Yo — PolitiTweet.org