Senator Dick Durbin

Senator Dick Durbin @SenatorDurbin

Had the chance to ask @SecBlinken today about efforts to bring Illinoisan Mark Frerichs home from Afghanistan, where he has spent the last two plus years in Taliban captivity. I appreciate his attention to this issue & look forward to working together to finally bring Mark home. — PolitiTweet.org

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Putin's vicious and unprovoked attack on Ukraine is indefensible. Any attempt to defend it—especially coming from a sitting U.S. Senator—is extremely unfortunate. Many other European nations were invaded and then occupied by the USSR. That doesn't mean they belong to Putin. https://t.co/wJ9Gv3ntNQ — PolitiTweet.org

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Restaurants are the lifeblood of our communities. I enjoyed meeting with @IlliniRestAssoc today to discuss how I can continue to be a strong federal partner to Illinois’ restaurant industry as it deals with the ongoing economic challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. https://t.co/2O0xM1HX2p — PolitiTweet.org

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In December, I led Illinois Congressional delegation Democrats in calling on Amazon to improve emergency action readiness at its warehouses. I applaud the Biden Administration for following up and further pressing Amazon to prevent another disaster like Edwardsville. — PolitiTweet.org

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I was proud to vote to confirm Justice Jackson—but equally important is filling our trial and appellate courts with qualified judges who understand the difference between the role of an advocate and a judge. All five nominees appearing before @JudiciaryDems today meet this bar. — PolitiTweet.org

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Enjoyed meeting with @SenPacioneZayas, @OmarAquinoIL2, and members of Chicago’s Puerto Rican Cultural Center today to discuss self-determination and other issues important to Puerto Rico. https://t.co/dLYuLEWhQX — PolitiTweet.org

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Pleased to join with @SenatorBraun to introduce bipartisan legislation—supported by @CRN_Supplements, @AmerMedicalAssn, and @pewtrusts—to give consumers better peace of mind about the safety of their supplements. — PolitiTweet.org

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Americans deserve a more safe and transparent dietary supplement market, and it’s past time that Congress delivers it for them. — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @JudiciaryDems: WATCH LIVE: The Supreme Court matters—but equally important is filling our trial and appellate courts with highly qualif… — PolitiTweet.org

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Sexual harassment and misconduct in agency ranks always demand immediate action. Any efforts by an OIG to obscure or downplay the seriousness or pervasiveness of the issue, or to improperly delay releasing evidence of misconduct, are inappropriate. — PolitiTweet.org

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Enjoyed sitting down with @IHAhospitals leaders to express my gratitude for their work across Illinois. Their staff have given everything to their communities throughout the pandemic. I assured them I would continue to be a strong federal partner for our health care workforce. https://t.co/a7eTspLJ2A — PolitiTweet.org

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My full statement on President Biden’s clemency grants and plan to expand opportunities for formerly incarcerated persons: https://t.co/rZKt20iPhc — PolitiTweet.org

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Policy actions like these are critical to undoing the decades of harm that the failed ‘war on drugs’ caused—particularly in communities of color. I commend President Biden for a plan that upholds the values of dignity, fairness, and belief in second chances. — PolitiTweet.org

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Today I met with Rob Jeffreys, Director of the Illinois Dept. of Corrections, to discuss his efforts to reform programming and reentry services in our state’s correctional system. By improving our criminal justice system, we can increase public safety and reduce recidivism. — PolitiTweet.org

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Had a productive meeting with @SecMartyWalsh today about building a budget that supports American workers and continues to boost our economy in the wake of COVID-19. We'll both continue to push for budgets and policies that support hardworking Illinoisans and their families. https://t.co/7cxGStCPmJ — PolitiTweet.org

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Since becoming Chair, I have prioritized restoring the Judiciary Committee’s oversight role. And as I have stated on several occasions, I welcome any efforts to work together on good faith, bipartisan solutions to fix our badly broken immigration system. — PolitiTweet.org

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As we search for new ways to reduce violence, the work of hospitals I convened under the Chicago HEAL Initiative should serve as a model for collaboration and community engagement to tackle the root causes of gun violence. My op-ed here: https://t.co/oy4QvCJzL0 — PolitiTweet.org

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Speaking live on the Senate floor: https://t.co/s3uAPL1d3U — PolitiTweet.org

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I could not agree more—additional COVID-19 funding is needed now to stay ahead of the virus. Republicans should join us to fund vaccines, treatments and tests so we can continue our path out of this pandemic. https://t.co/89eN8Tczg2 — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @JudiciaryDems: The horrific abuse Nassar's victims faced is more than a tragedy—it is a systemic failure. To survivors everywhere: we… — PolitiTweet.org

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I joined @SenWarren in urging the Biden Administration to help student loan borrowers currently in default. More than 7 million Americans are living with this hanging over their head—a fresh start would be good for both them and our economy. https://t.co/rHMQiFOHH4 — PolitiTweet.org

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Putin's cowardly treatment of Vladimir Kara-Murza exposes just how fearful he is of democracy and truth telling in Russia. https://t.co/cPIJd0Rs1D — PolitiTweet.org

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I’m live on the Senate floor, discussing the latest on Russia’s invasion and how the U.S. can continue to support Ukraine. Watch here: https://t.co/acbpadgfO9 — PolitiTweet.org

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We also know about the success of READI thanks to the researchers at @UChiUrbanLabs. Last year I announced new NIH funding to support this research and I remain committed to providing resources to study and develop strategies to reduce gun violence. https://t.co/Ef5x2VIOTD — PolitiTweet.org

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I've sat down with READI Chicago participants & heard firsthand how this program is changing lives. That’s why I secured $500,000 in the FY22 budget for @heartlandhelps to support READI & its ongoing efforts to reduce violence & address trauma in Chicago. https://t.co/NX3Qrw8iaF — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @UofIResearch: “Now, more than ever, it’s important to invest in research and development. Science makes us safer.” @SenatorDurbin speak… — PolitiTweet.org

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National Science Foundation funding is fundamental to bolstering our nation’s scientific progress. That’s why I am working in the Senate to pass legislation that would significantly expand the @NSF. These investments create jobs and unlock discoveries that will change the world. — PolitiTweet.org

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Today I joined @NSF Director Sethuraman Panchanathan at @UofIllinois to discuss the importance of federal funding for scientific research and to announce new awards for @UofIResearch’s groundbreaking work in computer science and supercomputing applications. https://t.co/KoW6HvbhYT — PolitiTweet.org

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It’s #EarthDay today—a reminder that there is only one Earth and it is our duty to protect it. If we are going to leave our kids and grandkids with a hospitable planet, it will take determination and innovation. I’ll continue doing everything in my power to get that done. https://t.co/2pNaocgWjz — PolitiTweet.org

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I also toured @LurieChildrens Mobile Health Unit, which can drive right to neighborhoods in need to provide care. I recently secured federal funding that will allow Lurie Children’s Hospital to purchase another mobile health van and expand their reach. https://t.co/FlaiUCGoDO — PolitiTweet.org