Tammy Duckworth

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

This Fourth of July, let's remember that immigrants helped build this country and have served in uniform to defend it for generations. It’s time to provide them a pathway to citizenship.   I have several bills to do just that 🧵 — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

It was an honor to recognize Peoria Veterans and help dedicate the new addition to the county's war memorial, commemorating our first female fighter pilots. We will never be the more perfect union our founders dreamed of until we learn to truly embrace the power of our diversity. https://t.co/Vhw7JdXZP4 — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

Happy Independence Day! Today, let’s celebrate our progress and never stop working to create that more perfect Union our founders envisioned. https://t.co/xKxLj6QU4U — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

What an absolute honor—thank you to @CityofPeoria_IL Mayor Rita Ali for presenting me with the key to the city today. I look forward to continuing to work together, and I'll keep doing all that I can to represent the people of Peoria in Washington. https://t.co/dKl80295aJ — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

Illinoisans—today, my colleagues and I are getting together to ask you to take 5 seconds out of your day to tell 5 people to #GetCovered at https://t.co/YFvaIQsuwW. https://t.co/sazW4ubKhm — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

We can start by passing my bills to make it easier for Servicemembers and Veterans to become citizens, enable them to live here with their families and ensure they can access the life-saving VA care they earned through their tremendous sacrifices. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

Today’s steps by the Biden Administration will help right some of these wrongs and finally take action to help these Veterans access the benefits they have earned through their service, but it is still critical Congress change the laws that allowed this to happen. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

It is simply wrong that many brave men and women willing to wear our uniform were later deported by the same nation they sacrificed to defend as a result of unnecessary and complex barriers in the naturalization process. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

Each year, the anniversary of the Civil Rights Act offers us a moment to reflect on the leaders of the civil rights movement and on what we all can do to keep up their work for equal rights for all: Ending voter suppression would be an excellent start. https://t.co/c2ZeAZPwyO — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

We need to update and pass the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act. Pass it on. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

Deeply disappointing decision that will impact so many voters. We must redouble our efforts to pass legislation to protect the right to vote for all Americans and strengthen the Voting Rights Act. There's not a minute to waste. Our democracy could depend on our actions now. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

Republicans voted against the January 6th commission. Republicans filibustered the For The People Act. Republicans cheer on states while they usher in Jim Crow 2.0. Defending our democracy and voting rights shouldn’t be partisan. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

For more than a decade, the Post 9/11 GI Bill has provided thousands of servicemembers, Veterans and their families the chance to attend college and pursue the opportunities of their dreams—myself included. They earned this benefit. Let's protect it. Let's expand it. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

My Drinking Water and Wastewater Infrastructure Act would help significantly increase access to clean, safe water. It also has overwhelming bipartisan support. This can't wait. The Senate has passed it with 89 votes. Now, it's up to the House to send it to the President's desk. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

Today, we remember the heroism and courage shown by trans women of color and LGBTQ+ Americans when the Stonewall Inn was raided. This night changed the course of history, but we still have work to do to ensure everyone can be who they are, love who they want & live without fear. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

The Supreme Court, June 26, 2015: Marry who you love—regardless of gender. #LoveIsLove https://t.co/IplMMquq6B — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

As we draw down troops from Afghanistan, it’s critical that we secure the safe return of American hostage Mark Frerichs as well. I hope @POTUS raises this concern today with Afghanistan President Ashraf Ghani so we can help #BringMarkHome. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

The men and women of the National Guard were deployed at record numbers to help us beat this pandemic. But now, hunger among them is double the national average. Every member of Congress should be outraged. You can be sure I'm working hard to correct this.https://t.co/C9BLkJZ8cv — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

Voting isn't partisan, it's American. Making it harder to exercise that constitutional right goes against everything our nation stands for. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

Right now, too many serve honorably just to turn around and get deported by the same nation they sacrificed to defend. Yesterday, I unveiled a package of bills to help immigrant servicemembers and Veterans gain the citizenship they've earned. https://t.co/EqsXEH3iQQ — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

Doing what we can to protect those whose lives could be at risk because they helped our country is absolutely the right thing to do. Thank you, @POTUS, for helping keep our nation’s promises to these brave individuals. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

In 2013, the Supreme Court gutted the Voting Rights Act. In 2015, OTD, Democrats introduced the Voting Rights Advancement Act to restore the vote. In 2020, instead of expanding voting rights—GOP state legislatures ushered in Jim Crow 2.0. Enough. Our democracy is at stake. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

Yesterday, I testified before @JudiciaryDems about the barriers immigrant servicemembers face when trying to become citizens after proudly serving the nation they love. Veterans like Miguel did their duty. It’s time Congress does ours and provides them a pathway to citizenship. https://t.co/OkTLL0v8Qq — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

RT @HuffPostPol: Sen. Tammy Duckworth lambasted policies that allowed the U.S. to deport noncitizen veterans, and called on lawmakers to he… — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

It's simple. Every American deserves access to the prescription drugs they need and a healthcare system that actually cares about their well-being more than Big Pharma. My op-ed in @thehill: the Senate must act on drug pricing reform. https://t.co/6gYxcOUx7t — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

Welcome, @SecondGentleman! Thanks for coming out to help Chicagoans get vaccinated. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

Thank you @POTUS for your leadership. These actions will help address root causes of violent crime—like the flow of firearms into cities—and allow state, local and tribal governments to use American Rescue Plan funds to prevent gun violence and help make communities safer. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

Excellent news—and long overdue! Congratulations to Brig. Gen. Boyd, who will become the first African American to command the Illinois Army National Guard. Our nation is best served when there’s diversity across our military leadership and ranks. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

Immigrants willing to serve and defend our nation deserve a real opportunity to obtain the citizenship they’ve earned—not unnecessary barriers. It is the U.S. government's responsibility to uphold this promise for those who bravely served. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

Five years ago, John Lewis and House Democrats said enough is enough. We held a sit-in on the House floor to demand action on gun violence. Five years later, the GOP still refuses to consider actions most Americans support. Seriously? Lives are at stake.https://t.co/MZCRxIVK8W — PolitiTweet.org