Senator Ben Cardin

Senator Ben Cardin @SenatorCardin

@POTUS The Senate needs to make the right decision about upholding American values and human rights. Lives are at stake. We should not allow any president to use emergency powers when an emergency does not exist. https://t.co/WCanwXKF7A — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Ben Cardin @SenatorCardin

@POTUS The Senate needs to make the right decision about upholding American values and human rights. Lives are at stake. We should not allow any president to use emergency powers when an emergency does not exist. https://t.co/unp7orULZy — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Ben Cardin @SenatorCardin

If we allow @POTUS to go forward with these arms sales under "emergency circumstances", we forever could lose the ability of the legislative branch to weigh in on arms sales. R or D president - it should not make any difference in our respect for necessary checks and balances. — PolitiTweet.org

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America's strength is our values. We cannot remain complicit in the humanitarian disaster in #Yemen. Over 1000 have been killed as a result of the Saudi-led coalition attacks. We must ensure US weapons are not used to harm civilians or abuse human rights. https://t.co/1tinv7Axev — PolitiTweet.org

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The Senate is about to vote on whether we support our responsibilities as members of the United States Senate and can take the necessary action to protect the powers of #checksandbalances and to make the right decision about American values and human rights. https://t.co/5yN4TrXll0 — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @SenateDems: TUNE IN: @SenatorCarper and @SenSchumer lead @SenateDems to reject President @realDonaldTrump’s repeal of the Clean Power P… — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @SenatorMenendez: Just when you thought it was safe to go outside... https://t.co/gos1kRP86d — PolitiTweet.org

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This is a matter of public health, make no mistake about it. #dirtypowerplan https://t.co/MGaHGjOLP7 — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Ben Cardin @SenatorCardin

Regionally, we’ve come together and been able to make a 40% reduction since 2009. But we’re down wind and need the help of national standards. This rule is basically saying the federal government’s not going to take a stand. That’s wrong. It should be rejected. #DirtyPowerPlan — PolitiTweet.org

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In Maryland each year, more than 85 million pounds of nitrogen pollution, or one-third of the Chesapeake Bay’s total yearly load, comes from air pollution. States have acted as members of https://t.co/2Ez78hH9E2 and it’s worked. — PolitiTweet.org

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The largest source of carbon pollution in the US comes from power plants - 40% of total carbon emissions. @POTUS is demoting the current emission standards, which were real and based on science, to a mere suggestion. That’s not what the federal govt should be doing. #publichealth — PolitiTweet.org

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Through commonsense gun safety reforms that would make background checks more efficient and close loopholes, I am confident we can do it. States that require background checks on all handgun sales have seen less than half as many mass shooting incidents as states without. — PolitiTweet.org

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We can end the tragic cycle of violence, but it will require us to come together in full urgency and honesty. I know we can protect innocent Americans from further senseless gun violence while still protecting the constitutional rights enjoyed for hunting and self-defense. — PolitiTweet.org

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According to the Coalition to Stop Gun Violence, 181 Marylanders have been killed by gun violence since the House passed its legislation. Inaction should not be the norm when lives are at risk. We, as a nation, must stem the tide of bloodshed and the hatred that drives it. — PolitiTweet.org

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It has been over 100 days since H.R. 8, the Bipartisan Background Checks Act, passed the House 240-190 in February 2019. Leader McConnell has effectively turned the Senate into a #legislativegraveyard refusing to put bipartisan bills on the floor that have passed the House. — PolitiTweet.org

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In June, we remember the lives lost at mass shootings at the Capital Gazette in Annapolis, the Pulse Nightclub in Orlando, Florida, the Mother Emanuel AME Church in Charleston, and those lost to the everyday gun violence that plagues our country. #gunviolenceawarenessmonth — PolitiTweet.org

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The 1-country/2-systems that was developed after the UK relinquished control in 1997, was a commitment by China that Hong Kong would be a capitalistic system and that the way of life in place before the transfer would be unchanged. China has not lived up to its commitment. — PolitiTweet.org

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Our strength as a nation is in our values. Democracy. Human rights. The basic human dignity of people. It is important that the people of the United States stand united with the people of Hong Kong. https://t.co/I18dUisAFO — PolitiTweet.org

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Love is love and it is stronger than hate. If we are to live up to the democratic ideals that set the foundation for this country, we must ensure that all Americans have an equal opportunity to live freely and successfully, and we must treat all with respect and dignity. — PolitiTweet.org

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Congratulations on another incredible Baltimore Pride, celebrating the diversity of our City. LGBT Americans are musicians, artists, inventors, business leaders, educators, and healers. They are lawmakers and activists, but also our neighbors and family members. — PolitiTweet.org

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Meeting the creative minds behind Southern MD's innovative tech startups today. Incubators like @TechPortUMD connect these entrepreneurs and small businesses to the capital, manufacturers and talent they need to turn their ideas into reality and advance our high-tech industries. https://t.co/K7BzWbu400 — PolitiTweet.org

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At the University of Maryland Unmanned Aircraft Systems Test Site in St. Mary's County learning more about emerging technologies that are making people's lives better. Amazing innovations and regional economic benefits, and incredible opportunities for MD students. https://t.co/tga71GmNSH — PolitiTweet.org

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Clay Mitchell also was responsible for firmly establishing UMMS, now the 3rd largest private employer in the Baltimore metro region, as an independent entity and a world-class medical facility. I offer my heartfelt condolences to his family. Our entire state mourns his passing. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Ben Cardin @SenatorCardin

I will always remember our debates when I was Speaker and Clay served as the Appropriations Chair for the House of Delegates. He may have described himself as ‘low-key’ but he was tough and provided us with fiscal leadership that left a positive imprint on our state. — PolitiTweet.org

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Clay Mitchell will be missed. He was a dear friend, colleague and a dedicated public servant. His death is a great loss for our state and the Eastern Shore, which he loved with every fiber in his being. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Ben Cardin @SenatorCardin

Those we honor on currency make a statement about our nation and our values, including #equality ... This could happen, but clearly @POTUS doesn't want it to. https://t.co/PpjFzBOmyc — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Ben Cardin @SenatorCardin

In Southern Maryland today to discuss local priorities with Calvert County commissioners and law enforcement leaders. Learning more about their impressive efforts to confront the opioid epidemic and critical transportation links in need of updates. https://t.co/eJaUikDhMo — PolitiTweet.org

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Bolstering our election security is a good place to start. https://t.co/e2S1qvZtki — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Ben Cardin @SenatorCardin

This. Is. Not. Normal. This is not diplomacy. This is not theoretical. A president is supposed to put our country first and not invite foreign countries to dig up dirt on political opponents. https://t.co/Ky41UyWwLn — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Ben Cardin @SenatorCardin

Thank you for another incredible season! #FeartheTurtle — PolitiTweet.org