Senator Jeff Merkley

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

RT @civilrightsorg: Amen. Congress must pass the For the People Act and enact transformational change to build a democracy that works for e… — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

The lies Trump & his GOP enablers told about our election are being used to drive new laws blocking citizens from voting. We fight back with the truth. We fight back by ensuring voting rights are protected across the country. We fight back by passing the For The People Act. #S1 — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

Who wants their tax dollars to be used boosting polluters and propping up the fossil fuel industry? Count me in on this, @EvergreenAction. We must end government-funded pollution. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

The last time Democrats had power, we saw the lengths to which Republicans will go to obstruct progress. We can’t let that obstruction stand in our way this time. We must be bold and ensure that we take meaningful steps to better the lives of working Americans. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

This is heartbreaking. In the richest nation in the history of the world, no one should be going hungry. We must expand SNAP to ensure that our fellow Americans have food on the table. This is a policy failure that can and must be solved, NOW. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

Prisons have been vehicles for profit for far too long. This is an important first step–now let’s also get private prisons out of immigration detention, and pass the #AbolitionAmendment. https://t.co/b0AFgnLIiM — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

McConnell wielded the GOP majority to deliver tax breaks for Wall Street & stack SCOTUS with justices—shattering centuries of precedent to do it. Democrats must be equally determined to deliver popular policies that will improve life for working Americans. https://t.co/UtBuGxiF7Z — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

Americans who didn’t properly receive their stimulus payments in 2020 will have to file taxes to receive those resources. I’m asking the IRS to set up video conferencing and other programs to assist Americans who need help navigating the process of getting what they’re owed. https://t.co/uvBtjbqNdO — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

People of color are almost two-thirds the DC population. Coincidence that they don’t get statehood? 150 years after the 14th Amendment and it’s still a constant struggle to give Black and Brown Americans the full measure of citizenship. #DCStatehood — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

Voter suppression is set to explode across the country in red & purple states. This is a huge form of systemic racism & set to get much worse. We must defend access for all Americans to the ballot box! We must pass #S1 to stop voter suppression, dark money, and gerrymandering! — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

We deserve a watchdog for America, not a lapdog for Putin. A President who stands up for America against Russia? It’s a beautiful thing. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

For the first time in a long time, we’re seeing America act to combat climate chaos. We’re no longer on the defensive. We’re taking progressive action to leave a legacy for future generations that we can be proud of. Looking forward to more announcements from @POTUS! — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

If representation is good for the 580,000 Americans in Wyoming and the 650,000 Americans in Vermont, the 705,000 Americans in DC deserve full rights too. Full citizenship is not optional. #DCStatehood. NOW. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

A utility shutoff moratorium will save lives. It’s that simple. Let us put people over profit and ensure that as many Americans as possible survive this pandemic. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

Thank you, @RevJJackson for supporting #S1. When we fight to expand access to the ballot we’re fighting for racial justice. When we fight against gerrymandering we’re fighting for racial justice. When we fight dark money we’re fighting for racial justice. https://t.co/5J2L6G3wUL — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

Zero tolerance will go down as one of the most horrific chapters in US history. Now we need accountability for those who committed these crimes, reunifications for the families that were separated, and mental health care and resources for those who were traumatized. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

Hundreds of lives, our sacred Capitol, and the bedrock principles of this democratic republic were attacked on Jan. 6. The American people deserve to know exactly what happened & how it was handled by those who are supposed to keep us safe. No more lies, and no more cover-ups. https://t.co/JoyjqeoZkA — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

The filibuster is a Jim Crow relic used primarily over the decades to keep Black Americans from voting. This systemic racism must end. We can’t let Mitch McConnell have a veto over Americans’ fundamental rights. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

McConnell’s stunt to delay the new Senate shows the lengths he’ll go to grind the Senate to a halt. His delay and obstruct strategy is designed to prevent solving big challenges so he can argue that Dem leadership has failed. We’ve seen this before. Let’s not let it replay now. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

Every American—regardless of what they look like, where they live, or how much money they make—deserves a voice in our ‘We the People’ government. Nothing about that should be controversial or partisan. Let’s get it done. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

In the midst of crisis, Democrats have won control of the Senate, the House, and the Presidency. The American people have trusted us with a great responsibility. We can’t waste this opportunity. It’s time to deliver the progress the people need. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

Great to have @SenSchumer on @maddow joining the call for President Biden to declare a climate emergency. "Trump used it for a stupid wall, which wasn't an emergency. If there ever was an emergency, climate is it." https://t.co/UDevVEzOu4 — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

Every senator was a witness; every senator experienced the threat to the very foundation of our democracy. We must treat it with absolute seriousness and conduct the trial accordingly. 3/3 — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

Our responsibility is to hear all the evidence related to this article of impeachment—which states that Donald Trump incited an insurrection against the U.S. government—and render our judgment. This is about the most serious crime against the constitution one could imagine. 2/ — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

Articles of Impeachment have arrived at the Senate. Only 3 of 50 Republican senators showed up. Very disturbing to see this visual message that they don’t plan to take seriously their constitutional responsibility. 1/ — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

Janet Yellen has proven herself to be a champion for broad-based economic growth that reaches everyone in our country. Her confirmation today breaks a long-standing glass ceiling for women in leadership and I look forward to working with her as we set out to unrig our economy. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

Joe Biden led the recovery from the Great Recession. He knows that if we don’t make things in America, we won’t have a middle class in America. I’ve pushed for years to make sure that our taxpayer dollars buy Made in America whenever possible. This is a big win! — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

There are still too many families who are just one missed payment away from losing access to water, electricity, or internet. @POTUS has the power to change that. https://t.co/4sM6K6MgSX — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

This discriminatory policy was driven by hate. I’m glad to see it repealed. Another win for equality. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

After losing in GA, the GOP isn’t trying to run better campaigns. They’re hard at work trying to suppress voters. We must beat this tactic by passing #S1, the For The People Act, to ensure every American can cast their vote free from the obstacles these politicians are creating. — PolitiTweet.org