Tammy Duckworth

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

New year, same COVID guidelines—wear a mask and watch your distance. Let's keep each other safe. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

It says a lot that Trump said nothing about democracy. Nothing about free and fair elections or election integrity. He knows he lost or he wouldn't ask to "find more votes." And my Republican colleagues engaging in this dangerous, futile political theater know it too. Enough. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

For too long, women have volunteered to go into harm's way and have been forced to wear body armor designed for men—myself included. With the provision I secured, that's finally going to change. https://t.co/HAAxKTNN3s — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

We all know Trump has never been above cheating, intimidation and abuse of power to achieve his political goals. This is no different—demanding a public official “find votes” to overturn the will of the people is a blatant, un-American attack on our democracy. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

This means making sure our economy, healthcare system, education system and environmental protections work for everyone. Let’s do this. https://t.co/vKNY00G62L — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

Now that the 117th Congress has begun, we must immediately get to work to ensure every family—no matter their zip code, the color of their skin or the size of their wallet—is able to rise out of this pandemic stronger than ever. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

Honored to join my friend and mentor, @SenatorDurbin, as he was sworn in to serve our fellow Illinoisans for another term in the U.S. Senate. I can think of no better partner to continue our work to empower hardworking Illinois families and small businesses for years to come. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

If the Commander in Chief cared about our troops and their families half as much as his own political fortunes, we never would have needed today’s vote to override his NDAA veto. I’m relieved to finally put an end to Trump’s temper tantrum and support our national security. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

Happy New Year, everyone! Let's leave all the fear and division in 2020. I'm ready to build back better and secure a future that works for all Americans. https://t.co/QTNePMMq2n — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

Folks, in just a few hours, 2020 will be behind us. Let's give ourselves a head start on a better new year by cancelling the in-person parties, staying home and having a safe New Year's Eve. Cheers. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

It’s not often that @SenateDems are on the same page w/Trump, but we agree that American families deserve $2,000 direct payments NOW. Mitch McConnell, it’s time for a straight vote on the House bill. If @SenateGOP cared about struggling families, they’d stop blocking it. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

This is alarming and so dangerous. For the good of our national security and our entire country, I implore those at the Defense Department to fully cooperate with @Transition46—it’s not only the right thing to do, but it’s the patriotic thing to do. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

With nearly 25% of listed endangered species still lacking final recovery plans, we must fully fund conservation initiatives under the Endangered Species Act and build on its success. We can’t be complacent. These animals are depending on us. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

From the bald eagle to the gray wolf, the Endangered Species Act has helped save our planet’s most precious animals from the brink of extinction for 47 years. This is their home as much as it is ours and any effort to weaken this law is despicable to its core. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

Our nation is in crisis—millions have lost unemployment benefits, people are sick, thousands are dying a day, the clock is ticking on a government shutdown and Trump is *checks notes* golfing. Golfing and refusing to send relief to Americans. Sign the bill. Do your job. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

My thoughts are with the victims of tonight’s shooting in #Rockford and their loved ones. Thanks to the brave first responders who quickly secured the scene. While we don’t know everything yet, we know it’s long past time for commonsense gun safety measures. #Enough — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

A very happy #Kwanzaa to all who are celebrating in Illinois and across the country. May this week's celebrations be full of joy, peace and prosperity. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

While I'm able to spend today at home with my family, I can’t help but think of all those who made that possible. To every brave servicemember protecting our nation and safeguarding everything we hold dear this holiday season, thank you. Your sacrifice and service means so much. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

From my family to yours, merry Christmas! While this year's celebrations may look different, let us hold in our hearts what today's holiday is really all about: Peace, love and good will toward all. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

Tonight, I'm thinking of how lucky we are to have gotten the COVID vaccine to so many of our frontline workers and nursing home residents this month. To all the brave Americans who participated in the clinical trials, the scientists, the experts—thank you. What a gift. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

To everyone who made the hard decision not to travel home for the holidays, remember, staying safer this year helps make sure we can all have a happy holiday season *next year.* Our hospitals, frontline workers, loved ones and communities thank you. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

“Law and order for you—but not for me, my friends, war criminals, my estates, my income taxes and elections I don’t win.”  27 days left of 45’s lawlessness. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

By passing the NDAA and a well-deserved pay raise for our troops, Congress showed how much we value their service. By vetoing, Trump showed he cares more about traitors, his tweets and well—Trump. I will vote to override. — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

Body armor that doesn't fit correctly leaves gaps—gaps that expose our troops to shrapnel or even snipers.   Our military's readiness would be nothing without female servicemembers. I secured this provision to ensure they are properly equipped for combat. https://t.co/C4RMKbF39b — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

Make no mistake, this isn’t enough. We need to pass funding for local governments to support first responders and additional assistance for struggling small businesses and restaurants.   And I won't stop fighting until the work is done. https://t.co/jP5PT20922 — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

PASSED:   —$11.8 million for environmental justice programs✅ —$5 million increase for women’s health research✅ —$69 billion for COVID-19 healthcare-related expenses, including testing, contact tracing and containment✅ — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

PASSED: My Relief for Working Families Act to help fix a bureaucratic error that was forcing working families to pay back unemployment overpayments they had nothing to do with✅ — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

PASSED:   —$57 million for the SBA Microloan Program✅ —$64 million to support minority-owned small businesses and underserved small business interests✅ —$250 million for Head Start✅ —Millions in funding toward equipment, training and support for our servicemembers✅ — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

PASSED: @SenatorDurbin and my provision to block the Trump administration’s shameful effort to cut off Illinois’s Senior Living Facilities from SNAP benefits—saving healthy meals for over 8,000 Illinoisans✅ — PolitiTweet.org

Tammy Duckworth @SenDuckworth

Yes, there were things I wish were included. But Americans need COVID relief NOW so I’m proud we were able to secure so many good things for our state—regardless of Trump’s threat to pull the plug on this bipartisan compromise.   Let’s review👇 — PolitiTweet.org