Kyrsten Sinema

Kyrsten Sinema @SenatorSinema

@DeptofDefense @RedCross "And it’s exactly why, as Arizona’s senior Senator, I won’t spend my time focusing on areas of disagreement - because spending energy on the latest tweet, the latest insult, and petty politics simply doesn’t move the needle for everyday people like the Somers." — PolitiTweet.org

Kyrsten Sinema @SenatorSinema

@DeptofDefense @RedCross "And it’s exactly why, as Arizona’s senior Senator, I won’t spend my time focusing on areas of disagreement - because spending energy on the latest tweet, the latest insult, and petty politics simply don’t move the needle for everyday people like the Somers." — PolitiTweet.org

Kyrsten Sinema @SenatorSinema

@DeptofDefense @RedCross "But it’s exactly the kind of work that matters. It matters to Sergeant Somers’ parents and to veterans across my state. It matters to military families and loved ones. It matters to Arizona." — PolitiTweet.org

Kyrsten Sinema @SenatorSinema

@DeptofDefense @RedCross "It wasn’t a political scandal, or a partisan food-fight to which members of Congress were pressured to respond. It’s not what reporters in the Capitol hallways ask me about, and it’s not what people tweet at me on a daily - or hourly - basis." — PolitiTweet.org

Kyrsten Sinema @SenatorSinema

@DeptofDefense @RedCross "The story of Sergeant Somers and his parents - the failure of the VA bureaucracy to provide the support this Arizona veteran needed, and the resulting tragedy - is not a story that dominated the national headlines." — PolitiTweet.org

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@DeptofDefense @RedCross "As we continue this work, I am urging my colleagues to join me in expanding this critical program. Together we can help ensure that all veterans have networks to turn to so they never have to face their challenges alone." — PolitiTweet.org

Kyrsten Sinema @SenatorSinema

@DeptofDefense @RedCross "And, working as a team across party lines, we successfully included the Network of Support legislation in the national defense bill passed by both the Senate and the House over the past few weeks." — PolitiTweet.org

Kyrsten Sinema @SenatorSinema

@DeptofDefense "Our legislation requires each new servicemember be asked for the names of loved ones he or she considers to be part of a network of support. In return, the @DeptofDefense and the @RedCross will provide information about benefits and services available to military members." — PolitiTweet.org

Kyrsten Sinema @SenatorSinema

"Now, it’s time to take the next innovative step to provide the support our servicemembers and veterans have earned. The Somers family and I have worked over the past several months with the @DeptofDefense on new legislation to create a “Network of Support." — PolitiTweet.org

Kyrsten Sinema @SenatorSinema

"While serving in the House, I worked with Howard & Jean to develop and pass into law the Daniel Somers Classified Veterans Access to Care Act–legislation that ensures veterans who serve in a classified capacity receive behavioral health services in an appropriate care setting." — PolitiTweet.org

Kyrsten Sinema @SenatorSinema

SGT Somers’ parents "Howard and Jean faced the world, bravely shared SGT Somers’ story, and created a mission of their own. Their mission is to ensure that SGT Somers’ story brings to light America’s deadliest war: the 20 veterans we lose to suicide in this country every day." — PolitiTweet.org

Kyrsten Sinema @SenatorSinema

"I am committed to ensuring no veteran feels trapped like Sergeant Somers did - and that all of our veterans have access to appropriate mental health care." — PolitiTweet.org

Kyrsten Sinema @SenatorSinema

"We lost Sergeant Daniel Somers to suicide. Americans returning home from serving our nation must always have somewhere to turn for support." — PolitiTweet.org

Kyrsten Sinema @SenatorSinema

"Sergeant Somers struggled with the VA bureaucracy. His disability appeal had been pending for more than two years without any resolution. And he didn’t get the help he needed in time." — PolitiTweet.org

Kyrsten Sinema @SenatorSinema

"The VA enrolled Sergeant Somers in group-therapy sessions - sessions which he could not attend, for fear of disclosing classified information. Despite repeated requests for individualized counseling... the VA delayed providing him with suitable support and care." — PolitiTweet.org

Kyrsten Sinema @SenatorSinema

"Sergeant Somers needed help - and he and his family did what all families facing similar challenges are urged to do: they asked for help. But when the VA’s answer came, it demonstrated exactly what happens when America’s veterans are left behind." — PolitiTweet.org

Kyrsten Sinema @SenatorSinema

"Like many veterans, Sergeant Somers was haunted by the war when he returned home. He suffered from flashbacks, nightmares, depression, and other symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder - all made worse by a traumatic brain injury." - Kyrsten WATCH: https://t.co/KEOIYNIVcX — PolitiTweet.org

Kyrsten Sinema @SenatorSinema

"I promised Arizona I would do the hard work - and that approach has produced results." - Kyrsten WATCH: https://t.co/KEOIYNIVcX — PolitiTweet.org

Kyrsten Sinema @SenatorSinema

WATCH: Kyrsten is live on the Senate floor – giving her maiden speech as Arizona’s senior Senator. Here’s the link: 📺 https://t.co/KEOIYNIVcX — PolitiTweet.org

Kyrsten Sinema @SenatorSinema

WATCH: we will be live with Kyrsten’s maiden speech from the Senate floor at 8:15 am AZ time. Watch here: https://t.co/zIfEzpNxSF — PolitiTweet.org

Kyrsten Sinema @SenatorSinema

Tucson: Meet our team for mobile office hours if you’re having issues with Social Security, Medicare, or any federal agency. We're here to help: 📅 Wednesday, July 24 ⏰ 1:30-3:00PM 📍Joel D Valdez Main Library 2nd Floor, 101 N Stone Ave (Find more dates: https://t.co/kMlhkvkgxH) https://t.co/I2K467ryk8 — PolitiTweet.org

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Arizona veterans have earned our full support. We're standing up for: - Blue Water Navy Veterans - vets who need jobs - veterans living in homelessness - military spouses and children If you’re an AZ vet and need help, call us at 602-598-7327. — PolitiTweet.org

Kyrsten Sinema @SenatorSinema

Walking Down Ranch in Lakeside offers transitional housing, food, clothes, medical transport, medication, & more to veterans and their families. We're working together to make sure veterans get the support they've earned. https://t.co/0SvK9SVWR7 — PolitiTweet.org

Kyrsten Sinema @SenatorSinema

Congratulations, Monsoon Chocolate - one of our team's favorite Tucson small businesses! https://t.co/nD7tnbY2ul https://t.co/3Y2iWol6LW — PolitiTweet.org

Kyrsten Sinema @SenatorSinema

Tolleson: Meet our team for mobile office hours if you’re having issues with Social Security, Medicare, or any federal agency. We're here to help: 📅 Wednesday, July 24 ⏰ 9:00-10:30AM 📍Tolleson Senior Center, 9555 W. Van Buren St. (Find upcoming dates: https://t.co/kMlhkvBRpf) https://t.co/4BFILoztl2 — PolitiTweet.org

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#DidYouKnow Northern Arizona’s volcanic cinders and craters have been a training ground for EVERY astronaut who walked on the moon? https://t.co/PoYBfoFfLj https://t.co/mlrJ9JWXyv — PolitiTweet.org

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Since 1968, @SpecialOlympics has made sports more inclusive and inspired countless young people. Happy birthday! #InclusionRevolution https://t.co/JSo2SzuBPK — PolitiTweet.org

Kyrsten Sinema @SenatorSinema

Tuba City: Meet our team for mobile office hours if you’re having issues with Social Security, Medicare, or any federal agency. We're here to help: 📅 Monday, July 22 ⏰ 12:30-2:00PM 📍Tuba City Public Library, 78 Main Street (Find upcoming dates: https://t.co/kMlhkvBRpf) https://t.co/wwWl5JSC5b — PolitiTweet.org

Kyrsten Sinema @SenatorSinema

#OnThisDay in 1969, Neil Armstrong became the 1st man to walk on the Moon. #Apollo11 🇺🇸🌖 https://t.co/6NMw0huR4L — PolitiTweet.org

Kyrsten Sinema @SenatorSinema

Sandra Day O’Connor is one of my heroes. She committed her life to civil discourse and paved the way for women in public service. Her home represents her work as a consensus builder—I'm glad to see it placed on the National Register of Historic Places. https://t.co/AMbFvsLvO7 https://t.co/DCtHXB6xeg — PolitiTweet.org