Senator Cortez Masto

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Finally, they told me that the only reason they are free today is because their husbands were all dual citizens who could advocate for their release from safe countries. But they still carry the scars of their time there. — PolitiTweet.org

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And when they tried to speak out, they received threats against their family. One of the women learned that her family members had been taken to a camp as a consequence of her choice to speak up. They told her, "if you stop, they will be released." But one of them was killed. — PolitiTweet.org

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But the worst came when they were sent to the Uyghur internment camps. There, they shared with me the trauma of being forcibly sterilized, "like animals," with no regard for their health or bodily autonomy. — PolitiTweet.org

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Even their cemeteries were not safe. The CCP ordered families to disinter their relatives and move them to assigned plots - many so small that the bones of their loved ones would need to be broken to fit. — PolitiTweet.org

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Around their villages, they had to carry booklets where, if they angered a Communist Party guard, they would receive demerits. Too many demerits, and you were sent to the camps. — PolitiTweet.org

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At their homes, CCP officials were placed to monitor their behavior and report on them if they practiced their religion. Every day, they faced the threat of being sent to internment camps for their beliefs. — PolitiTweet.org

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They told me that it started slowly. One of them had a third child, in violation of Chinese law. So they were given a fine of over US $2,500. But from there, it escalated. — PolitiTweet.org

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Yesterday, I heard powerful testimony from a group of women, whose stories I want to share with you this #InternationalWomensDay. They are Uyghurs, from the Xinjiang province of China. And they are survivors of the Uyghur internment camps run by the Chinese Communist Party. 🧵 https://t.co/pFz0Bay4nr — PolitiTweet.org

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Nevada firefighters are on the front lines of the effort to protect our homes, businesses, and entire communities from the devastation of fire season. It was great to speak with the Professional Firefighters of Nevada today to discuss what we can do to support their work. https://t.co/vTDZiOa20b — PolitiTweet.org

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I'm proud to work every day to secure the benefits and services veterans earned in the line of duty. Thank you to the VFW Department of Nevada for coming by today to talk about your priorities for this Congress. And thank you for your advocacy on behalf of Nevada’s veterans. https://t.co/daOkAOV2kT — PolitiTweet.org

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There’s no reason that DACA recipients and TPS holders shouldn’t be allowed to work in Congress. https://t.co/R5B4Gh3GRr — PolitiTweet.org

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This was wrong under Trump and it's wrong now. The administration needs to work with us to fix our border and asylum system instead of reviving failed strategies like family detention. https://t.co/KCStOUHTof — PolitiTweet.org

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Thank you @TahoeAgency for joining me as I re-introduced the Lake Tahoe Restoration Act. Lake Tahoe isn't just a place for recreation, it supports small businesses and communities across Northern Nevada. I will never stop fighting to protect this national treasure. — PolitiTweet.org

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Our Tribal partners are an essential part of the effort to bring good-paying, clean energy jobs to our communities. Thanks to my bill, which was signed into law as part of the Inflation Reduction Act, we're bringing those opportunities to Nevada. — PolitiTweet.org

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I was especially happy to see Sofie this morning, who I first met 3 years ago at a Battle Born Breakfast - I can't believe how much you've grown! It makes me proud to fight for young Nevadans every single day. https://t.co/u3rCPM5s0T — PolitiTweet.org

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Another wonderful Battle Born Breakfast this morning with Nevadans and @SenJackyRosen! We had some great conversations about the issues facing our state. https://t.co/sk1DBF1ZXQ — PolitiTweet.org

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Wishing a happy Purim to everyone celebrating in Nevada, and across the world this evening. I hope your holiday is filled with family and joy. — PolitiTweet.org

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I've urged the White House to redesignate TPS for Nicaraguans and protect immigrant families in Nevada and across the country. This is the right call. https://t.co/YtAP8RL6BL — PolitiTweet.org

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Always a treat to chat with my Senate paw-leagues. https://t.co/aFs3vuqbIe — PolitiTweet.org

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My dad loved to fish up in Elko. He, like so many Nevada sportsmen, knew how important it was to protect our lakes and rivers. I'm proud to announce a new @USFWS grant coming to Nevada to keep our environment healthy for generations to come. — PolitiTweet.org

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Are you interested in applying for an internship with my office? We have summer positions in Washington, D.C., Las Vegas, and Reno now open for applications. See more details here and come join my team to work for Nevada! https://t.co/hVwAmivNXd — PolitiTweet.org

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If House Republicans pass their national sales tax, they'll be voting to add trillions to the deficit while raising prices on everything you buy at the store. We need a real plan to address our debt - not this policy that would hurt working families. https://t.co/zb7g6MLMLh — PolitiTweet.org

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One judge in Texas shouldn't get to take away a woman's access to medication abortion here in Nevada. Nevada is a proud pro-choice state, and I will do everything I can to protect our reproductive rights. — PolitiTweet.org

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Our veterans put their lives on the line to defend our country, they deserve to have the best care possible when they come home. I'm calling on @POTUS to authorize a new veterans' hospital in Reno, so we can deliver the care veterans need. https://t.co/arRonKD8N6 — PolitiTweet.org

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As we continue to build our clean energy future, geoscientists and geologists will be critical to our work to develop our natural resources responsibly while protecting the environment. — PolitiTweet.org

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The award features a piece of barite from the Carlin Gold Trend in Nevada, near Elko. Our state leads the country in barite production, which is used in energy production, manufacturing, and health care. https://t.co/k4okR2FnvW — PolitiTweet.org

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I was honored to receive the Pick and Gavel Award from the Association of American State Geologists. The unbiased scientific work geologists do provides critical information to better understand and use our natural resources, and I look forward to continuing our work together. https://t.co/Ko998TKn3s — PolitiTweet.org

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Congratulations to the “We The People Team” at Reed High School! I’m proud to see young Nevadans stepping up to the task and getting involved. https://t.co/ZZHQ1jf2UB — PolitiTweet.org

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I joined my colleagues on legislation to strengthen penalties against anyone who violates child labor laws. Corporations taking advantage of vulnerable children is outrageous and unacceptable - and we must hold them accountable. https://t.co/OA9dXf6cIr — PolitiTweet.org

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My office is currently accepting applications for summer internships. If you're interested in applying, you have until Mar. 15. Scholarship opportunities are available. Apply here and join the team to deliver for Nevadans. ⬇️ https://t.co/hVwAmivg7F — PolitiTweet.org