Senator Mazie Hirono

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

I’ll continue working with my colleagues in Congress, military leadership, and our partners in Hawaii to help ensure the success of this critical mission and protect the health and safety of the people of Hawaii. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

Rear Admiral John Wade has been appointed to serve as Commander of the Joint Task Force responsible for safely defueling and closing Red Hill. I look forward to meeting with him to discuss the work ahead and importance of collaboration and transparency throughout this process. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

Proud to join my colleagues in introducing the Women’s Business Center Improvement Act. Last month, I visited Hawaii's only Women’s Business Center—the Patsy T. Mink Center for Business & Leadership—where I saw how these centers are supporting female entrepreneurs' success. https://t.co/I6VeXKaxvY — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

Immigrant health care workers are extremely important in Hawaii. They make up nearly half of all health aids and about 20% of all physicians. It's past time to address Hawaii's health care worker shortage by updating our country's immigration policies. https://t.co/vnpwb9NxaV — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

For 75 years, the @usairforce has taken to the skies to protect our country and defend our democracy. Happy birthday, Air Force - here's to 75 more years of reaching new heights! #AimHigh — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

It's disgraceful how much Republicans have dismantled our country's progress on equality. Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg spent her life advancing women’s rights and the fundamental right for a woman to choose what she does with her body. I will keep fighting to uphold her legacy. https://t.co/bcVgzvkw0p — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

Some states have begun investigating and punishing people seeking abortion care. To protect patients and providers, I joined @PattyMurray and my colleagues in urging @HHSGov take all available action to safeguard people’s privacy and their ability to safely seek medical care. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

America is experiencing a severe health care workforce shortage. Immigrants play a huge role in our country's health care system, but far too many face barriers to obtain permanent residency. We need to pass bipartisan immigration reforms to fix this national emergency. https://t.co/JMIOKY5U74 — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

It's disgusting that Republicans are using human beings as pawns in their non-stop assault on immigrants. They have no shame. I'm grateful to the communities that are stepping up and treating migrants with dignity. We need to work together to fix our immigration system. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

Members of our military who are captured as prisoners of war or never returned home are national heroes. We owe them and their families a debt of gratitude. Please join me in honoring our brave held and missing service members this POW/MIA Recognition Day. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

This is not a hypothetical debate, or “hysteria.” If Republicans take control of the Senate, they will work to pass a national abortion ban. If they succeed, abortion would be illegal in states like Hawaii where abortion is currently legal. We can't let that happen. https://t.co/YEIxLYyj0Z — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

My bicameral bipartisan Speak Out Act with @gillibrandny passed out of @JudiciaryDems and now advances to the full Senate. Our bill provides survivors of sexual harassment and assault who've signed a predispute NDA the option to break their silence and share their story. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

When the MAGA SCOTUS overturned Roe, Republicans lauded this horrendous decision, saying that a woman’s right to an abortion should be left to the states. This was never about states’ rights. It was always about controlling women and our bodies. https://t.co/4h2eZWwMEr — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

Our country, our culture, and our communities have been shaped and strengthened by the contributions and achievements of Latino Americans. As we honor #HispanicHeritageMonth, let’s recommit to breaking down the barriers that Latino communities continue to face. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

Dr. Geeta Gupta has spent decades advancing women’s human rights, but Senate GOP are blocking her nomination to serve as US Ambassador for Global Women’s Issues all because she supports access to abortion. Proving again, Republicans don't care about women's rights and freedoms. https://t.co/Gg4Teb0zaB — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

This is not some sort of hypothetical debate. If Republicans take control of the Senate, we now know what they will do—they will work to pass a national abortion ban. The stakes have never been this high, Democrats have to hold the Senate this November. https://t.co/T2Hgq7KVso — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

RT @SenateDems: “This is an outright attack on women in this country.” Sen. @MazieHirono on Senate Republicans’ National Abortion Ban: htt… — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

The pandemic exacerbated Hawaii’s health care workforce shortage. Many of our health professionals are immigrants—nearly half of all health aids and a quarter of all nurses. It’s past time to update US immigration policies to address the health care worker shortage in Hawaii. https://t.co/YbXuHXfRqG — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

Mr. Zatko revealed Twitter’s mishandling of data and information presents a serious threat to privacy and national security, and that Twitter is not doing much to address or resolve this issue. Tech companies need to be held accountable when they fail to protect personal data. https://t.co/1E1I2goKCO — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

Over 280,000 seniors in Hawaii have health care through Medicare. The Inflation Reduction Act will lower their health care costs by allowing Medicare to negotiate drug prices, capping their out-of-pocket costs to $2,000 a year, and making all of their vaccines free. https://t.co/aI85gdXrNE — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

This has never been about states’ rights. This has always been about Republicans wanting to control women and our bodies. We need to elect at least two more pro-choice Democrats to the Senate this November. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

About to question Mr. Peiter “Mudge” Zatko about Twitter’s alleged mishandling of data and information. Tune-in to watch here ⬇️ https://t.co/Z8P0ApWjc3 — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

The pandemic put a spotlight on the importance of having reliable health insurance. Thanks to the American Rescue Plan, the US uninsured rate was the lowest in history earlier this year. The Inflation Reduction Act will continue this good work and help more people get coverage. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

Republicans are blocking every effort to defend reproductive health care rights. The majority of people in this country support access to reproductive care, so why aren’t Senate Republican willing to work with Democrats to protect this fundamental right. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

9/11 is a somber day for our nation. I'm sending my condolences to everyone who lost a loved one 21 years ago on this day. We must #NeverForget the brave heroes and first responders who rushed into danger by continuing to provide the support and resources they need and deserve. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

Here in Michigan cheering on @HawaiiFootball tonight.   Leighton and I are a house divided. I'll always be a UH Rainbow Warrior and he's a @UMichFootball Wolverine.   Let’s #GoBows! 🌈 https://t.co/m1R2ap8lo0 — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

Proud to join my colleagues in urging @DeptofDefense to allow people living with well-managed HIV and HBV to enlist in the military. The policy banning these individuals from enlisting is outdated. Anyone qualified and willing to serve should be allowed to do so. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

Last week, @DeptVetAffairs announced they will be providing abortion care in specific instances to veterans and eligible dependents. For information about abortion services at VA, visit the website below and click on “Abortion Services.” https://t.co/fZlVGq8YSD — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

Funds from @SBAgov STEP have helped Hawaii's small businesses expand into overseas markets, creating hundreds of jobs across the state and generating over $80 million in new exports over the last decade. I’ll keep supporting local small businesses and the workers who power them. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

Proud to announce the Hawaii Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism is set to receive $500,000 from @SBAgov's State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) to help local small businesses and entrepreneurs expand into overseas markets and create new jobs. — PolitiTweet.org