Senator Jeff Merkley

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

We often hear, “Didn’t the Founders establish the filibuster?” Answer: Absolutely not. The Articles of Confederatio… https://t.co/1EW1FOidGQ — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

Listen to 2005 McConnell: The filibuster has been used to deny civil rights and voting rights to Black Americans. Too bad 2021 McConnell wants to use his veto power to deny those rights to Black Americans. We can’t let the McConnell veto block the For The People Act. #S1 #HR1 — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

Proud to have the @BlkLivesMatter endorsement for the For The People Act. We will never be able to overcome systemic racism as long as Black Americans have their voting rights continually suppressed and denied. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

The Family Reunification Task Force is a milestone in the fight to reunite families. I will never forget the pain of the parents I met who had their kids ripped from their arms or the shock at seeing little children in dog kennels. We will not give up in the fight for justice. https://t.co/4J2EZTraIn — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

The pro-democracy movement in Hong Kong has worked tirelessly to try to protect the freedoms that China is trampling. I’m proud to stand with a bipartisan group of lawmakers to nominate these activists for the Nobel Peace Prize. And I’m proud to #StandWithHongKong. — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @OregonAFLCIO: This is the sort of leadership workers expect, deserve, and can be proud to see from our U.S. Senators. Thank you, @Ron… — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

RT @OregonSOS: Well well, @RonWyden and @SenJeffMerkley. Like Oregon wine and Tillamook cheese, the River Democracy Act pairs nicely w/ SOS… — PolitiTweet.org

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Our rivers and streams are some of the most special natural treasures Oregon has to offer. We can protect the health of these delicate ecosystems, strengthen access to high-quality drinking water, improve wildfire resilience, and boost recreation economies for years to come. — PolitiTweet.org

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We need to do all that we can to contain this virus, while also creating jobs and helping Americans get back to work. That’s why hiring more Americans to close the critical shortage of contact tracers is a commonsense win-win that should be included in the next relief package. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

RT @nytopinion: “Why should it only take a simple majority to do tax cuts for the rich but it takes a supermajority to address the integrit… — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

With 51 votes, Republicans can raid the Treasury for the rich. When Democrats fight for health care, housing, education, living wage jobs for ordinary Americans? Right now that can’t pass with 51 votes. We have an opportunity to level the playing field and deliver for the people. — PolitiTweet.org

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Let’s show we value the environment and the rights of Indigenous communities more than the profits of outdated fossil fuel industries. It’s time to stand for environmental justice and shut down the Dakota Access Pipeline! #NoDAPL — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

Essential workers have put their lives on the line to keep our communities running during this pandemic. It’s time that they–and all American workers–are paid a living wage. — PolitiTweet.org

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Finally! Elections matter. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

Republicans have continually claimed that trickle-down economics works—but it never does. Democrats fight to invest in working families & are willing to learn from the past on how to strengthen the economy. A handy reminder as we debate President Biden’s proposed recovery plan… — PolitiTweet.org

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If we’re going to advocate for racial justice, we must be prepared to take on the racial wealth gap. One step we can take to close that gap is investing in Black-owned business this month and every month. #BHM https://t.co/W3vLV6eFcs — PolitiTweet.org

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This sums up the need for #S1 pretty well. “U.S. democracy needs an overhaul—not to restrict voting but to shut down politicians who seek to tilt the rules at the people’s expense.” It’s time to push back on politicians who want to restrict our democracy & empower We The People. — PolitiTweet.org

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Millions are out of work through no fault of their own. Biden’s plan would give them stability through Sept. Rs want to cut weekly payments & cut them off completely at the end of June. We need to support our fellow Americans until vaccines can allow life to return to normal. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

US backing of the Saudi-led military coalition inflicting terrible human suffering in Yemen has been a stain on our nation. I’m glad to see @POTUS withdraw American support for the war, & will continue to push for much-needed humanitarian assistance to reach the people of Yemen. — PolitiTweet.org

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The American Rescue Plan invests $170 billion dollars on safely reopening schools. The Republican counteroffer? “Let’s cut almost 90% of that.” Unbelievable. We should be helping kids get back in the classroom safely! — PolitiTweet.org

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Bipartisanship? ☑️ Unity? ☑️ The American people—Republicans, Democrats and Independents—are united in their support for more relief and for this package. — PolitiTweet.org

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Why should it only take a simple majority to do tax cuts for the rich but it takes a supermajority to address the integrity of our elections? This is the McConnell veto and it makes no sense. Access to the ballot shouldn’t have a higher hurdle than helping the rich get richer. — PolitiTweet.org

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The relief bill Dems have proposed invests $350b to help state, local & tribal gov'ts keep teachers & firefighters working. It increases tax credits for kids, cutting child poverty in half. $30b to help with rent & prevent evictions. Republicans want to ZERO this out. All of it. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

The LGBTQ community around the world will once again know that America stands with them and will protect their rights. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

Yesterday I called for expediting the placement of refugee children with sponsors more quickly by hiring more case management staff. Today ORR responded and took exactly that action. Well done to everyone who lobbied for this change! — PolitiTweet.org

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I’m 100% onboard with @SenWarren and @SenSchumer and their plan to #CancelStudentDebt. For millions who are crushed by debt for seeking an education, this would be life-changing. The good news is that the Biden administration already has the power make it happen. — PolitiTweet.org

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I know @POTUS is determined to treat refugee children w/ respect & full attention to their health & welfare. But big shelters are not the best option. A better immediate approach is to hire more caseworkers—or put current ones on overtime—to get children to sponsors more quickly. — PolitiTweet.org

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John Sweeney was a giant in the labor movement. His fight for working people has rippled across our economy and our nation. My prayers are with his family and his colleagues at @AFLCIO. https://t.co/yEPz4UutKB — PolitiTweet.org

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The Biden administration has placed a renewed emphasis on diplomacy—and not a moment too soon. The extension of this critical treaty is a testament to their quick work on one of the most important issues facing humanity. The whole world is safer for it. — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @RepKatiePorter: No one chooses to get sick and take on medical debt, and yet many Americans become saddled with a lifetime of financial… — PolitiTweet.org