Senator Tina Smith

Senator Tina Smith @SenTinaSmith

In order to honor George Floyd, Philando Castile, and all the names we don’t know because their deaths were not captured on video, we must change systems that perpetuate injustice. We cannot squander this moment and must pass the Justice in Policing Act into law. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Tina Smith @SenTinaSmith

This morning I visited business owners and organizers in North Minneapolis to listen to their experiences over the past few weeks and hear their hopes for rebuilding this vital Minnesota community. Thank you to those who came to share their thoughts with me. https://t.co/B7Qzd0yVHz — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Tina Smith @SenTinaSmith

It’s Breonna Taylor's 27th birthday today. Instead of being able to celebrate, she was killed over two months ago in her own home by police and the officers responsible walk free to this day. We must stand together, do what is right, and demand justice for Breonna. #SayHerName — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Tina Smith @SenTinaSmith

What can you say about a President who needs to teargas people so he can go out on the street? And now, he’s building a wall around the White House and amplifying people calling the protestors terrorists so he doesn’t hear America’s voices. You can’t build walls to escape truth. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Tina Smith @SenTinaSmith

Today, America honored George Floyd. After I left the memorial, I wrote some thoughts about this moment & the call to action. Especially to those who have never feared the police, and to those who’ve never felt this injustice. My reflection on today here: https://t.co/B2ocWwAFzL — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Tina Smith @SenTinaSmith

I’m at George Floyd’s memorial, and you can watch the livestream here: https://t.co/eoP1NaKphz — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Tina Smith @SenTinaSmith

We have a long path ahead to fix the systemic racism and bias in our justice system, but this is an important step towards justice for George Floyd. https://t.co/e2n00LlkPF — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Tina Smith @SenTinaSmith

People are peacefully protesting to make our country better. Donald Trump responds with tear gas. For a picture. In our Nation’s Capitol. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Tina Smith @SenTinaSmith

I am joining today with @GovTimWalz as well as faith and community leaders. To all Minnesotans: raise up your voices in righteous protest. But then stay home tonight at 8 pm, to keep your neighbors, your family and yourself safe. https://t.co/08rt4cDflv — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Tina Smith @SenTinaSmith

RT @LtGovFlanagan: The ground where George Floyd was murdered is sacred, and it is our right to come together and mourn in that place. But… — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Tina Smith @SenTinaSmith

The people destroying our community are exploiting the tragedy of George Floyd’s murder to sow chaos. Lift up your voice in protest, but protect our community and your loved ones by going home by 8. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Tina Smith @SenTinaSmith

Former Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin has been taken into custody and charged with murder and manslaughter in the death of George Floyd. This is an important first step toward accountability and justice. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Tina Smith @SenTinaSmith

This is a wrenching and painful time. I spoke with @InsightNews to discuss what is unfolding in Minneapolis. https://t.co/VhnxCs6d5n — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Tina Smith @SenTinaSmith

100,000 Americans lost to COVID. Let’s commit to remembering them, the lives they didn’t finish living, and the grieving families they left behind. In the memory of this staggering loss, let’s be careful, be safe, and all do our part to keep ourselves and those around us healthy. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Tina Smith @SenTinaSmith

I’m praying for peace and healing tonight in Minneapolis, as I hear sirens and explosions across our green city. Our community is in so much pain. Dr. King said, “I can only close the gap in broken community by meeting hate with love.” — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Tina Smith @SenTinaSmith

I’m thinking of my friend Valerie Castile, and all the mothers who lost their children because they were black. Enough. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Tina Smith @SenTinaSmith

Archie and I are going to become grandparents in a few weeks, and I feel such a responsibility to join the work of building a community worthy of all our grandchildren. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Tina Smith @SenTinaSmith

I’ll be honest, I didn’t sleep much last night. The path to a more perfect union seems especially long and rocky today, but I’m picking myself up this morning and heading down that path. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Tina Smith @SenTinaSmith

We need justice and accountability. https://t.co/jwkgOtiF3k — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Tina Smith @SenTinaSmith

You can read my complete statement here: https://t.co/n26zUjt52l — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Tina Smith @SenTinaSmith

We are once again traumatized by the tragic scene of a black man pleading for his life at the hands of a white police officer. It is in our power to end this pattern of abuse and death against black people. https://t.co/pm4jngrGoX — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Tina Smith @SenTinaSmith

First and foremost, on Memorial Day we honor the fallen service members who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Keeping in mind all veterans, gold star families and those currently serving around the world. https://t.co/0CmVcSkQbr — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Tina Smith @SenTinaSmith

Eid Mubarak! Wishing a peaceful, joyous, and safe end to #Ramadan for Muslim families throughout Minnesota. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Tina Smith @SenTinaSmith

The path to reopening is paved with testing and yet, despite us being months into this pandemic, Trump has yet to put forward a national testing plan. This shouldn’t be that difficult, we’ve been calling for this for months. Slow walking this is doing nothing but costing lives. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Tina Smith @SenTinaSmith

Glad to have you as a partner, Senator, in this important fight to give Americans access to the health care they need. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Tina Smith @SenTinaSmith

RT @GrayDCnews: Minnesota Senators @amyklobuchar and @SenTinaSmith spoke to Gray DC about the @USDA's new grants for renewable fuel. WATCH… — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Tina Smith @SenTinaSmith

Communities of color faced higher rates of poverty and less access to banks well before COVID-19. Now, a former bank CEO is rewriting a rule—in his last days in office—that could leave communities w even less access to mortgages, bank accounts & biz loans. https://t.co/CoTxvkmVNi — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Tina Smith @SenTinaSmith

We can’t lose sight of how critical it is to keep seeking routine care during COVID-19. Seeking health care is an essential service and health care facilities are working to make their spaces safe during the pandemic. Call your clinic if you have any questions and take care. https://t.co/WX4Uh0BPlV — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Tina Smith @SenTinaSmith

We can’t lose sight of how critical it is to keep seeking routine during COVID-19. Seeking health care is an essential service and health care facilities are working to make their spaces safe during the pandemic. Call your clinic if you have any questions and take care. https://t.co/9XmpwL4lNF — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Tina Smith @SenTinaSmith

After conversations I had w/ MN advocates, I teamed up w/ @SenAmyKlobuchar to help expand access to programs that help survivors of domestic violence safely exercise their constitutional right to vote while protecting their address from public disclosure. https://t.co/T41MCHFxVp — PolitiTweet.org