Senator Jeff Merkley

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

Justice is not a foregone conclusion. It is the end point that we must constantly push towards, and that we will reach only through dogged and unrelenting determination (5/). — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

Systems of inequality and inequity resist change with all their might, and those in power do not like to see their power wane. (4/) — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

Today, we're more familiar with Parker's words through the words of another: Martin Luther King, Jr. Their words remind us that that progress and freedom and change do not come easily, even when they are in the absolute right. (3/) — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

"The arc is a long one. My eye reaches but little ways. I cannot calculate the curve and complete the figure by experience of sight. I can divine it by conscience. And from what I see, I am sure it bends towards justice." (2/) — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

In 1853, abolitionist Theodore Parker delivered a sermon I find myself thinking about today, as we commemorate Juneteenth and the freeing of the final remnants of slavery 2 yrs after the Emancipation Proclamation. He said, "I do not pretend to understand the moral universe.” (1/) — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

RT @asmith83: .@SenJeffMerkley: "The first foundation is passing the For The People Act...which takes on gerrymandering, voter suppress and… — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

Forcing refugees from Central + South America to wait in Mexico for U.S. asylum hearings will create a whole new crisis at our border. We are throwing vulnerable people—many of them CHILDREN—into danger and chaos. https://t.co/gxT6u2jv3c — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

Article I, Section 8, Clause 11 of the U.S. Constitution grants Congress the power to declare war, grant letters of marque and reprisal, and make rules concerning captures on land and water. Where are Congress’s constitutional conservatives?? https://t.co/yJkMTA0MHp — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

.@BetsyDevosED: I'm deeply disturbed by your Dept's refusal to help victims of college scams. Your disregard in this matter is harming thousands of families. Please communicate to my office the status of remaining claims & enforce the borrower defense rule without further delay. https://t.co/zI2DpFi4fM — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

.@realdonaldtrump: stop targeting the health, well-being, and quality of life of Americans who weren’t lucky enough to be born with a platinum spoon – $400 million from Daddy Trump – like you. It’s despicable and we see what you’re doing. https://t.co/rBE4qAjAWB — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

RT @USGLC: “The soft power that comes from economic development is absolutely essential.“ - @SenJeffMerkley #WeTheUSGLC https://t.co/NN7eW9… — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

Nearly two years old and little Constantin still can't walk on his own or speak. We have no idea the long-term damage we're causing these children. Grateful he had a caring foster family, but many aren't even that lucky. https://t.co/GAYG7rNFLw — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

RT @highcountrynews: A series of bills proposed by Oregon @SenJeffMerkley hopes to create fire resilient communities and offset economic im… — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

RT @DFAaction: Higher education should open doors, not close them. @SenJeffMerkley is working to solve the student debt crisis. https://t.… — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

RT @OregonGovBrown: A beautiful day to celebrate #pride! #portlandprideparade #loveislove https://t.co/oUlJnbIqWs — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

So proud of you. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

One year ago today, I was at the border for #FathersDayOfAction. Now another Father’s Day is passing with more than 13,000 children still locked in prisons and detention centers. Don’t look away. Don’t stop fighting this. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

Looking for that perfect weekend jam? How about a new pro #EqualityAct song from @taylorswift13. I’m told it’s a “bop.” (I don’t know what that means.) https://t.co/2peKnlflHV https://t.co/LygKzK0iu8 — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

RT @TUSK81: .@SenJeffMerkley: "After my emergency call to DHS, they say this family will be released immediately .. this cruelty must be st… — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

RT @KOINNews: Senators @RonWyden and @SenJeffMerkley met with LGBTQ activists today to hear suggestions on how the U.S. can be made safer f… — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

It was great to have you in the office, Jennifer! Your commitment to tackling the climate crisis at both a local and national level is exactly the kind of leadership we need to protect at-risk communities and future generations. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

RT @DFAaction: Student debt is a profound drag on our economy and the individual realities of growing income inequality. We are proud to s… — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

RT @SenatorShaheen: Retweet if you think the Trump administration should stop blocking the design of the new $20 bill. (image via @nytimes)… — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

Why should students pay higher interest rates than big banks do? How is that helping our economy or their future? Proud to team up w/ @SenBooker + @GillibrandNY to introduce a bill to let student loan borrowers refinance federal loans at better rates. https://t.co/nHgOJI3xhC — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

Happy birthday and #tbt to America’s Cap, @ChrisEvans. Pretty spry for 101 years old! You should be proud of how you’ve used your platform to speak out for the equality of every human being, and how you’ve inspired others to do the same. #HappyBirthdayChrisEvans https://t.co/4AjZuBbNWB — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

Women of color, low-income women, rural women, & LGBTQ individuals still face unfair obstacles in accessing affordable birth control. Proud to be a part of this coalition led by @PattyMurray @AyannaPressley @AOC @RepBera + @RepKatieHill to tear down these barriers & #freethepill. https://t.co/8BoAe9CoVM — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

We must invest in preventive measures to contain wildfires, and we must help communities cope with intense smoke and recover from its damage. That’s why I introduced a package of bills that tackles this serious problem from many angles. https://t.co/ex7ZtY5yfz — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

Last August in Rogue Valley, I looked up at a sun that was neon pink through a thick haze of wildfire smoke. Businesses and organizations lost revenue and inventory, and individuals were even experiencing respiratory problems indoors b/c HVAC systems couldn’t handle the smoke. https://t.co/reixtl1pbE — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

This is an unacceptable attack on agricultural research and science that is likely to push experienced researchers out of public service. This not only hurts these workers and their families, but could have devastating impacts on America’s farmers as well. https://t.co/TtYkQp56gE — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Jeff Merkley @SenJeffMerkley

RT @Alyssa_Milano: Thank you so much for this, @SenJeffMerkley and thank you to everyone who used their voices to get this family the help… — PolitiTweet.org