Tom Perez

Tom Perez @TomPerez

I've lived in Maryland most of my life. My wife & I raised 3 kids in Takoma Park as proud grads of Montgomery Co. public schools. I served on Montgomery County Council as its first Latino member & president. It’s important to me that every family in MD has a bright future. — PolitiTweet.org

Tom Perez @TomPerez

My mentor Ted Kennedy always told me that civil rights is the unfinished business of America. The thing is, civil rights aren’t just America’s unfinished business – they are Maryland’s, and they are mine. — PolitiTweet.org

Tom Perez @TomPerez

After law school, I was a civil rights attorney at the US Department of Justice’s Civil Rights Division – where, every day, I advocated for justice and fairness for communities facing discrimination. — PolitiTweet.org

Tom Perez @TomPerez

I’m the son of Dominican immigrants, and I fought to put myself through college by working as a trash collector, umpiring baseball games, working at a warehouse, and more. We need to build a Maryland where if you work hard, you are able to succeed. — PolitiTweet.org

Tom Perez @TomPerez

For those who don't know me, I look forward to meeting you soon. I’m committed to spending the next year crisscrossing all of Maryland, talking to voters about what matters most to them. Here's a little bit of my story. — PolitiTweet.org

Tom Perez @TomPerez

I’m running for Governor of Maryland. I’ll fight for Maryland communities and families. For good jobs, affordable health care, racial equity, and quality public education – just like I’ve done throughout my life. If you share this vision, join us at: https://t.co/QGF8LZbqxP https://t.co/3KDQeO64d1 — PolitiTweet.org

Tom Perez @TomPerez

Today I remember my father, who passed away when I was 12, and who taught me to always leave the ladder down for those who come after you. Wishing a meaningful Father’s Day to you and yours. https://t.co/Kc6th1rrn9 — PolitiTweet.org

Tom Perez @TomPerez

This Juneteenth, I’m honoring those who have led the fight for freedom and equality right here in Maryland – from Harriet Tubman, to Frederick Douglass, and Thurgood Marshall. I believe civil rights is the unfinished business of America, and we must continue that fight today. — PolitiTweet.org

Tom Perez @TomPerez

Obamacare is here to stay.   Thanks to @barackobama & @joebiden millions have affordable health insurance. Once again, SCOTUS stopped Republican attempts to dismantle it. Now let’s continue the work to expand access to coverage, and bring costs down. — PolitiTweet.org

Tom Perez @TomPerez

This is unacceptable. We need transparency. The Ocean City Police must release the full footage and an accounting of what happened. https://t.co/hMfmSaZidP — PolitiTweet.org

Tom Perez @TomPerez

So honored to be in Virginia tonight with The next Gov of The Commonwealth, Terry McAuliffe. I am very excited about Hala Ayala’s historic victory. I was honored to knock on doors in her district as DNC Chair when she first ran for Delegate in 2017. Onward to victory. https://t.co/FwfJvgyJE4 — PolitiTweet.org

Tom Perez @TomPerez

Congratulations to all the candidates, including Jennifer Carroll Foy & Sen. Jen McClellan, on a hard fought race in VA. We must keep the state blue & do everything we can to elect my friends Gov. Terry McAuliffe, Hala Ayala, and Mark Herring. They will deliver for VA! — PolitiTweet.org

Tom Perez @TomPerez

This is one of the most outrageous court opinions I have seen. Judge compared assault weapons to Swiss Army knife. How many mass killings have taken place with a Swiss Army knife? Elections matter. Another terrible decision by a Bush II appointee. https://t.co/id2gAj04OR — PolitiTweet.org

Tom Perez @TomPerez

These vetoes are further evidence that Maryland is punching below its weight bc of this Governor. The veto of two bills to expand collective bargaining rights is another slap at workers. It’s time to put the interests of the people over politics. https://t.co/fXoPmuhs28 — PolitiTweet.org

Tom Perez @TomPerez

Rather than ending jobless benefits for worthy Marylanders early, Gov Hogan should focus on processing unemployment claims in a timely fashion. Marylanders are waiting months to get their UI benefits bc of the incompetence of the administration. https://t.co/wwUc3UcXn3 — PolitiTweet.org

Tom Perez @TomPerez

We must never forget. https://t.co/m72yD14wrT — PolitiTweet.org

Tom Perez @TomPerez

A key to success is hiring the best team. Thx Bob for stepping up at a critical time to secure our democracy. The D.N.C. Didn’t Get Hacked in 2020. Here’s Why. https://t.co/OgLR2qJ4Gk — PolitiTweet.org

Tom Perez @TomPerez

Governor Hogan’s vetoes target those who came here seeking a better life, those seeking a second chance, and those suffering from the disease of addiction. His actions create fear & demonize communities. https://t.co/2RIyi8HDin — PolitiTweet.org

Tom Perez @TomPerez

Congratulations to Kristen Clarke the 1st Black woman confirmed as Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights. @KristenClarkeJD has the experience and integrity to protect the civil rights of marginalized Americans, including combating police misconduct, during this pivotal time — PolitiTweet.org

Tom Perez @TomPerez

But we can take meaningful steps forward. Democrats already passed sweeping reform in Maryland and Congress can swiftly pass the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act. — PolitiTweet.org

Tom Perez @TomPerez

We cannot erase our nation’s past and present racism in one year. We can’t bring back George Floyd or the 1,100 people who died at the hands of police just last year. — PolitiTweet.org

Tom Perez @TomPerez

Today we mark the first anniversary of a day that will live infamy. George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Daunte Wright. It all too frequently seems like the more things change, the more they stay the same. — PolitiTweet.org

Tom Perez @TomPerez

Can someone wake up Ted Cruz and tell him to read the immigration reform that was introduced day one of the Biden administration? — PolitiTweet.org

Tom Perez @TomPerez

Thank you @POTUS for calling for swift passage of the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act. The most impt tool a police officer has is the trust of the community. Let’s get it done! NOW! — PolitiTweet.org

Tom Perez @TomPerez

Isn’t it so cool to see @SpeakerPelosi and @VP Harris on the dais?! When women succeed, America succeeds. #JointAddress — PolitiTweet.org

Tom Perez @TomPerez

Congratulations to @LisaMonaco and @VanitaGuptaCR on their confirmation as Deputy AG and Associate AG. They are superbly qualified for their jobs. Personnel is policy. Across the federal government, Team Biden-Harris is assembling top flight leaders to tackle today’s challenges. — PolitiTweet.org

Tom Perez @TomPerez

We can’t bring back George Floyd, but we can bring accountability for his family. That’s exactly what @keithellison and his team did. This verdict was a critical step, but we also need systemic reform. So long as Black Americans cannot breathe, we cannot rest. — PolitiTweet.org

Tom Perez @TomPerez

RIP Walter Mondale. His legacy on civil rights runs deep. He was a key force behind the passage of the Fair Housing Act days after the assassination of MLK. Walter F. Mondale https://t.co/PdzvEGfOxB — PolitiTweet.org

Tom Perez @TomPerez

The Civil Rights Division is the crown jewel of DOJ. It defends our most basic rights, which both Rs + Ds should support. ⁦@KristenClarkeJD⁩ was a DOJ career atty, would be the 1st woman confirmed, & is qualified to lead during this critical time https://t.co/rYUpeW2lEe — PolitiTweet.org

Tom Perez @TomPerez

Maryland Democrats just enacted important police reforms a couple days ago, unfortunately with no help from the Governor. Reform can and must be done. — PolitiTweet.org