Senator Jeff Merkley

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

Working families should have a lower income tax rate than billionaires—it’s time to flip the script in America. If we’re serious about building back better, we need to pass changes to the tax code in the Build Back Better plan. #RewardWorkNotWealth — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

Republicans are bending over backward to prevent a vote on raising the debt ceiling to pay the tab they ran up during the Trump admin. First they rip off $2 trillion from our Treasury for the richest Americans; then they hide from responsibility for the resulting debt. Shameful. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

During the pandemic, billionaires in America grew richer and richer, while many folks struggled to make ends meet. There’s something seriously wrong with that picture. I'm fighting for the Build Back Better plan to give everyone the tools they need to thrive. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

Here’s what at stake with the GOP threat to block a routine increase in the debt ceiling and force the U.S. to default: ❌ Social security checks ❌ #ChildTaxCredit payments ❌ Closing the care gap And much more. Republican refusal to pay the bills means everyone suffers. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

Glad to see @POTUS recognize the importance of expanding regional and local vaccine production during last week’s Global COVID-19 Summit. @CongressmanRaja's and my #NOVIDAct would do just that. We need it funded through the Build Back Better bill. https://t.co/CNqyzIoiBp — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

Another devastating impact of wildfires across the West this year: record CO2 emissions. In Oregon, we saw 10 times the amount of climate chaos-driving carbon pollution released this summer than last year. This is a global risk, not just a Western issue. https://t.co/OytZZGdOAR — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

RT @OregonOEM: Resources are available in multiple languages to help everyone prepare for the natural hazards we face in Oregon: wildfires,… — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

Billionaires in America pay an average of 8.2% in income taxes. That is outrageous—raise your hand if you pay more! Part of building back better is making our tax code fair—and ensuring billionaires pay their fair share in taxes every year. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

Got the chance to see an electric tractor up close Friday in Hood River. We can support our farmers while moving toward our clean energy future. This is what the future looks like—plus, it was a fun ride! https://t.co/n8fQW0iwUJ — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

RT @SecDebHaaland: #NationalPublicLandsDay is a day to celebrate the majesty of our public lands. From wildlife refuges to national parks,… — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

The Build Back Better plan contains historic tax cuts for the middle class—impacting more than 50 million families. That’s what I call giving folks the tools they need to thrive. That’s what I’m fighting for in the Senate. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

Even the clown show "audit" conducted by amateurs, violating all kinds of standards, intended to bolster the Big Lie, proved the Big Lie to be… a lie. What a waste of money. https://t.co/GEdrBRVRvj — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

Solidarity with all of the young people in Oregon and around the world who are striking for climate action and to #UprootTheSystem! We in Congress have a responsibility to you to combat climate chaos, and I'm fighting in the Senate to make the action you demand a reality. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

RT @Ilhan: We need a national commitment to ensure that every American has a high-quality home they can afford. Today, Rep. Omar introdu… — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

RT @RepSaraJacobs: Earlier this month I led a letter with @SenJeffMerkley and 32 others pressing the Admin to issue general licenses to all… — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

Glad to see the Women’s Health Protection Act pass the House and now we need to #PassWHPA in the Senate. People's freedom to make their own health decisions is more important than arcane Senate filibuster rules. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

There is ONE person who should make the complicated decision about whether you end your pregnancy: you. Not politicians. Not Supreme Court justices handpicked by the Federalist Society. Not your boss. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

Last month, I sent a letter pressing the Biden administration to make sure humanitarian aid can flow to Afghanistan despite sanctions on the Taliban. As Afghanistan teeters on the brink of humanitarian crisis, I'm glad this step is being taken to ensure aid gets to those in need. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

American taxpayers fund cutting-edge research for drug development, and we should get the best prices—not the worst. More information about the End Price Gouging for Medications Act that I introduced earlier this year ⬇️ https://t.co/CfOdwpnoro — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

No one should have to choose between paying rent or putting food on the table and filling a prescription. I introduced a bill to stop folks from getting ripped off and lower the price of prescription drugs. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

On average, Americans spend more annually on prescription drugs than patients in any other country—largely due to sky high prescription drug prices set by drug companies who care about profits over people. That’s just plain wrong. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

Una forma de honrar el #HispanicHeritageMonth es con la acción: luchando por políticas que beneficien a las comunidades hispanas, como trabajos mejor pagados, acceso a cuidado infantil, licencia familiar remunerada y atención médica más asequible en Build Back Better. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

One way to honor #HispanicHeritageMonth is with action—fighting for policies that benefit Hispanic communities, like the better paying jobs, access to child care, paid family leave, and more affordable health care in the Build Back Better bill. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

El #MesDeLaHerenciaHispana es una oportunidad para celebrar el impacto de los hispanoamericanos y las comunidades latinas en Oregon y nuestro país. ¡Gracias por sus contribuciones a Oregon y nuestra nación! — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

#HispanicHeritageMonth is a chance to celebrate the impact of Hispanic Americans and Latino communities across Oregon and our country. Thank you for your contributions to Oregon and our nation! — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

RT @RepNikema: Prison labor is slave labor. The time is NOW to pass the #AbolitionAmendment and eliminate the slavery loophole. Thank you… — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

This racist display and the series of pervasive racist events in the school district must not be tolerated, especially in an educational setting. I support the staff, parents, and students calling on the school district to prioritize student well-being and root out racism. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

I stand with leaders and community members to unequivocally condemn the use of blackface by a Newberg School District staff member. https://t.co/Pe6jmm3oDo — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

The 13th Amendment abolished slavery—except as a punishment for crime. Earlier this year, @RepNikema and I introduced the #AbolitionAmendment to end this loophole, and @KendraPHL’s Philadelphia City Council resolution to #EndTheException has my full support. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

Republicans threatening to hold the debt ceiling as a political hostage is reckless. They’re willing to flirt with disaster to play politics—it’s all risk and no reward. Today, Sen. Kaine and I introduced a bill to de-weaponize the debt ceiling. https://t.co/CzWnSCwAN6 — PolitiTweet.org