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Debbie Dingell's Issue Positions (Political Courage Test)

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On The Ballot: Running, Democratic for U.S. House (MI) - District 6

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Debbie Dingell did not provide voters with positions on key issues covered by the 2022 Political Courage Test, despite repeated requests from Vote Smart and voters like you.

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Issue Positions

For Presidential and Congressional candidates who refuse to provide voters with their positions, Vote Smart has researched their public records to determine their likely responses. These issue positions are from 2022.

  • "If the Supreme Court overturns Roe, no fundamental right in this country will be safe. Abortion is a choice made by a woman, her doctor, and her faith. Not unelected, unaccountable judges." (twitter.com)
  • Rated 100% by Planned Parenthood Action Fund (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "The decision to get an abortion is a difficult one, but it’s a decision made between a women, her doctor, and her faith. PERIOD. Today I join the people standing together in support Roe v. Wade that guarantees a women’s right to privacy and choice. #StopTheBans" (twitter.com)
  • Rated 98% by Alliance for Retired Americans (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "In the midst of a global pandemic, the President is working to undermine Social Security, Medicare, and the Postal Service. This is an attack on the Americans who rely on these vital programs." (twitter.com)
  • Rated 100% by National Committee to Preserve Social Security and Medicare (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Rated 87% by Common Cause (twitter.com)
  • Voted in favor of H.R. 1 "For the People Act of 2021" (votesmart.org)
  • "The undemocratic Citizens United decision has allowed undisclosed dark money to infiltrate our election process and weaken the public’s voice. It’s time to end Citizens United and give our Democracy back to the people. #EndCitizensUnited" (twitter.com)
  • "2 yrs ago, George Floyd was murdered. We can’t wait any longer to make our communities and law enforcement safer. We must finally pass #JusticeInPolicing." (twitter.com)
  • Voted in favor of H.R. 1280 "George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2021" (votesmart.org)
  • "With the George Floyd #JusticeInPolicing Act being reintroduced, Congress must act swiftly to pass this critical bill & finally address the roots of systemic racism in this country, while continuing work to ensure equitable treatment under the law for ALL Americans." (twitter.com)
  • Voted in favor of S 1605 "National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022" (votesmart.org)
  • "@POTUS made a promise to the American people that included the #BuildBackBetter Act and the Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill - not one or the other. We need both to create jobs, expand health care, protect the environment & rebuild this country. Failure is not an option." (twitter.com)
  • "The #BuildBackBetter Act will secure a better future for workers and for our children – all while creating more jobs, securing tax cuts for middle class families, and lowering costs for families." (twitter.com)
  • Voted in favor of H.R. 2 "Moving Forward Act" (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of H.R. 5376 "Build Back Better Act" (votesmart.org)
  • "A bipartisan framework for moving forward on desperately needed COVID relief has been made. Now, it’s time to get this done. The American people are demanding it, and it’s our job." (twitter.com)
  • "The American Rescue Plan provides the funding we need to get on top of vaccine manufacturing and distribution, as well as critical funding to build back the economy." (twitter.com)
  • Voted in favor of H.R. 1319 "American Rescue Plan Act of 2021" (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of H.R. 266 "Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act" (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of H.R. 9 "Climate Action Now Act" (votesmart.org)
  • Rated 100% by League of Conservation Voters (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "The USPS fleet makes up the largest share of the U.S. government’s nonmilitary vehicles. If we’re serious about combatting the #ClimateCrisis, creating jobs, & transitioning to a clean energy economy, USPS must commit to electrifying its fleet." (twitter.com)
  • Voted in favor of H.R. 4447 "Expanding Access to Sustainable Energy Act of 2019" (votesmart.org)
  • Rated 100% by League of Conservation Voters (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "After failing to gut the #CleanAirAct in Congress, Republicans are asking SCOTUS to do it for them. For decades, the Clean Air Act has been vital in protecting families from toxic pollution. This court challenge poses a significant threat to public health & our environment." (twitter.com)
  • "Republicans have launched an all-out attack on the #CleanAirAct—taking a case to SCOTUS to gut critical life-saving clean air protections. Proud to stand with my Dem colleagues today in fighting to protect Americans from toxic greenhouse gas pollution in the air we breathe." (twitter.com)
  • Voted in favor of H.R. 9 "Climate Action Now Act" (votesmart.org)
  • "Last night, @POTUS laid out a comprehensive plan to address growing gun violence across the country. It is now Congress’ time to come together and deliver on real and meaningful reforms for the American people." (twitter.com)
  • Rated 100% by Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of H.R. 1446 "Enhanced Background Checks Act of 2021" (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of H.R. 8 "Bipartisan Background Checks Act of 2021" (votesmart.org)
  • "1 yr ago, the House passed the #AmericanDream & Promise Act—historic legislation that would finally give Dreamers & TPS recipients a pathway to citizenship. We must fulfill the creed that if you work hard & give back to your community, you can have a chance at the American Dream." (twitter.com)
  • "Debbie has been a strong advocate for comprehensive immigration reform in Congress and has stood in strong opposition to Donald Trump’s cruel and inhumane immigration policies. She co-sponsored the Keep Families Together Act and the Family Reunification Act, opposed the detention and possible removal of Iraqi Chaldeans living in the United States, condemned Trump’s zero-tolerance policy that is separating children from their families at the border and continues to fight against travel bans that target Muslim Americans and their families in our district and all across this country." (debbiedingellforcongress.com)
  • "The 700,000 DACA recipients across the country are just like us. They show up, work hard, and contribute to the American Dream. We as a country must stand with Dreamers today and every day." (twitter.com)
  • "1 yr ago, the House passed the #AmericanDream & Promise Act—historic legislation that would finally give Dreamers & TPS recipients a pathway to citizenship. We must fulfill the creed that if you work hard & give back to your community, you can have a chance at the American Dream." (twitter.com)
  • Rated 1% by NumbersUSA (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "The 700,000 DACA recipients across the country are just like us. They show up, work hard, and contribute to the American Dream. We as a country must stand with Dreamers today and every day." (twitter.com)
  • "For too long, unfair trade practices have shuttered #steel plants in Michigan & across the country. I've said I'd work w @POTUS on trade because it is critical we level the playing field. The tariff announcement is a good 1st step, but can't be the only" (twitter.com)
  • "The threat of tariff’s on Mexico would have created an economic disaster for Michigan. This reckless action threw a grenade into NAFTA discussions and we still don’t know the details. Auto workers need stability, not turmoil." (twitter.com)
  • "This is absurd. Tariffs are economic tools used to balance trade. Our immigration system is broken but we don’t need tariffs to fix it – we need tough, effective border security, permanent protections for Dreamers, & humane policies that don’t tear families apart." (twitter.com)
  • Voted in favor of H.R. 5430 "United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement Implementation Act" (votesmart.org)

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