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Jim Clyburn's Issue Positions (Political Courage Test)

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

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  • Rated 100% by Planned Parenthood Action Fund. (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "Today is the 46th anniversary of #RoevWade, where@SCOTUS made the landmark decision recognizing that women have the right to make their own health decisions. We must keep fighting to protect women's rights so that they can continue to have access to reproductive health care." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 3755 "Women's Health Protection Act of 2021." (votesmart.org)
  • "We should have codified Roe v. Wade into law years ago. @RepJudyChu ought to be commended for her steadfast commitment to this issue and I hope we pass the Women's Health Protection Act in the upcoming weeks." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "We must close the Medicaid coverage gap. Securing health care for low-income uninsured Americans will help break the cycle of health inequity." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "Thanks to Democrats' expansion of the Child Tax Credit, working families in SC received a $246.7 million tax cut last month. That's money for food, housing, child care, and more. Eligible families ought to visit by November 15 to claim theirs." (GetCTC.org)
  • "Social Security isn't an 'entitlement.' It's the insurance hard-working Americans have paid for with every paycheck. The Social Security 2100 Act ensures this earned benefit will be available for the current generation of retirees and the generations to come. #Secure2100" (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Rated 100% by Alliance for Retired Americans. (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 1 "For the People Act of 2021." (votesmart.org)
  • "In the 5 yrs since #SCOTUS gutted the VRA, states have made it harder for millions of Americans to vote. Russia attacked our election. Secret money is flooding the system & the culture of corruption is alive & well in the Trump Administration #RestoreTheVote #RestoreTheVRA (1/2)" (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Rated 95% by End Citizens United. (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "10 years ago, the #CitizensUnited decision authorized unlimited spending in our elections by outside groups & donors. We need a democracy that works for the people, not private interests. We must #EndCitizensUnited & restore power to the American people. #DemocracyForAll" (twitter.com)
  • "H.R. 1280, the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act, takes a comprehensive approach to addressing the epidemic of police brutality and unequal justice. It makes structural changes to our law enforcement institutions to increase transparency and hold bad actors accountable. It reforms policing by banning chokeholds, no-knock warrants, and discriminatory profiling based on race and religion. It holds law enforcement officials accountable by eliminating qualified immunity, establishing a misconduct registry, and collecting data on transgressions. It authorizes grants to help reimagine policing and makes lynching a federal hate crime." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • ""The House passed the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act over two months ago, and we continue to call on the Senate to take up this bipartisan bill without delay," said Whip Clyburn. This legislation gives us an opportunity to live up to what Alexis de Tocqueville observed about America's greatness when he wrote, "America is not great because it is more enlightened than any other nation, but rather because it has always been able to repair its faults.' It is long overdue for us to repair some faults in our policing system and apply the greatness of America equitably to all of our citizens."" (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "The problem is qualified immunity has always been absolute immunity. When I consult the law dictionary, qualified means partial, it means limited. It doesn't mean absolute. We need to find out where we can get between what is today & the elimination, which is what I would want." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 1280 "George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2021." (votesmart.org)
  • "The House passed the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act over two months ago, and we continue to call on the Senate to take up this bipartisan bill without delay," said Whip Clyburn. This legislation gives us an opportunity to live up to what Alexis de Tocqueville observed about America's greatness when he wrote, "America is not great because it is more enlightened than any other nation, but rather because it has always been able to repair its faults.' It is long overdue for us to repair some faults in our policing system and apply the greatness of America equitably to all of our citizens." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "Pleased to see the National Defense Authorization Act for FY2022 pass the House tonight. This legislation takes significant steps to combat military sexual assault, invest in our servicemembers, and fulfill our Congressional duty to ensure the security of our nation." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Rated 5% by Center for Security Policy. (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "Tonight the House passed critical bipartisan legislation to keep Americans safe and support our servicemembers. The #FY22NDAA will help deliver results for survivors of military sexual assault, advance our technological potential, and secure our position on the world stage." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of S 1605 "National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022." (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 5376 "Build Back Better Act." (votesmart.org)
  • "Good news: The Infrastructure Law will provide $17 billion for hundreds of projects to repair our ports, harbors and inland waterways, including over $12.2 million for 4 SC projects. This critical funding will strengthen our water infrastructure and create good-paying jobs." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "The #AmericanRescuePlan, coupled with the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, marks a historic commitment to make high-speed Internet accessible and affordable for all. We are already delivering on this commitment, and there is much more to come." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 3684 "Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act." (votesmart.org)
  • "Americans cannot afford any more delays in getting them much needed COVID relief. The American Rescue Plan will help defeat the virus, put money in pockets, get children safely back to school, and get Americans back to work. I look forward to passing it in the House next week." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "The 1st round of the Paycheck Protection Program was grossly inequitable. Because of Democrats' advocacy, the House approved improvements providing access for underserved businesses. More must be done to ensure equity in all COVID-19 relief efforts." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 266 "Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act" (votesmart.org)
  • "Struggling Americans have waited far too long for another round of COVID relief. They cannot afford any more delays.The House will pass the American Rescue Plan tonight and move the nation one step closer to crushing this virus and getting our economy back on track." (twitter.com)
  • "Decades of trickle-down economics have led to extreme wealth and income inequality and a tax system that only benefits the rich. The Inflation Reduction Act puts #PeopleOverPolitics by ensuring rich corporations pay their fair share." (twitter.com)
  • "@HouseDemocrats just sent the #InflationReductionAct—historic climate action, the path to fighting inflation, and a new tool to lower costs and drug prices—to the President's desk. Dems are putting #PeopleOverPolitics to build an America that works for everyone." (twitter.com)
  • "The irony is not lost on me that Republicans have been vocal about inflation, yet every single House Republican voted against the #BuildBackBetter Act, which would strengthen our economy and lower costs. #BuildBackBetter is good for the economy, the country, and its people." (twitter.com)
  • Voted in favor of H.R. 5376 "Inflation Reduction Act of 2022" (votesmart.org)
  • "Almost 45 Million Americans have over $1.5 Trillion in student loan debt. @SenWarren and I are combatting this crisis with the Student Loan Debt Relief Act which will cancel up to $50K in student loan debt for borrowers who make up to $100K. #CancelMyDebt " (twitter.com)
  • "For far too many students & families, the cost of higher education has meant daunting debt & a lifetime of student loan repayments. I look forward to working with @SenWarren on legislation to provide affordable access to education for all Americans. #CancelMyDebt" (twitter.com)
  • "Last year, @SenWarren and I introduced our Student Loan Debt Relief Act. Cancelling student loan debt would provide a much-needed boost to our economy and would provide financial relief for millions of Americans." (twitter.com)
  • "Students go to college in hopes of improving their future job opportunities and earning potential, however, student loan debt becomes a huge weight that is keeping Americans from achieving success. #CollegeAffordabilityAct" (twitter.com)
  • "55 years ago, the 24th amendment was ratified, eliminating poll taxes. Yet we are still seeing evidence of poll taxes today in the form of voter ID laws. In a democracy such as ours, we must not have any impediments to voting." (twitter.com)
  • "#HR4 is a good step to right the wrongs that've dismantled the fundamental right to vote through Voter ID laws, purging voter rolls & closing majority-minority polling places. Upholding the voter protections in the VRA is critical to realizing the promise of democracy for all." (twitter.com)
  • Voted in favor of H.R. 4 “John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act of 2021” (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of H.R. 5746 “Freedom to Vote: John R. Lewis Act” (votesmart.org)
  • "Investing in clean energy will create good-paying jobs and help us tackle the climate crisis. @AppropsDems and all @HouseDemocrats are fighting for #ClimateActionNow." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "Tourism and fishing economies on the Atlantic and Pacific coasts depend on clean water and healthy beaches. Offshore drilling threatens that. It's time to invest in renewable energy technologies and build sustainable economies. #ProtectOurCoast" (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 4447 "Expanding Access to Sustainable Energy Act of 2019." (votesmart.org)
  • "Trump’s decision to pull out of the Paris Climate Agreement 2 years ago was completely dismissive of the threat of climate change. The world is embarking on a new journey with clean energy. We can either lead or be left behind. That’s why I supported #ClimateActionNow Act." (twitter.com)
  • "I have always strongly opposed offshore drilling along South Carolina's coast. Tourism is one of our state's largest and most profitable industries, and we cannot afford to risk destroying our beaches and coastal environments. Drilling for oil and natural gas can permanently contaminate and injure our vital coastal ecosystems. I firmly believe that Congress should act swiftly to block this dangerous expansion of offshore drilling and I am thankful to have a fierce new ally in Representative Joe Cunningham fighting with me to protect the environment and our state's natural beauty." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "Now more than ever, we see how necessary clean energy is to our future. Thanks to @POTUS ' Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, Democrats are making historic investments to cut toxic pollution. This #EarthDay @HouseDemocrats remain committed to taking action to fight the #ClimateCrisis." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Rated 100% by League of Conservative Voters. (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 9 "Climate Action Now Act." (votesmart.org)
  • "I am pleased by the House votes today in support of common-sense measures to close loopholes that have enabled the transfer of weapons to people who are not eligible to own them. The passage of these two landmark pieces of legislation responds to the concerns of more than 90 percent of the American people, including many gunowners, who support background checks before the sale of firearms." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "No one wants to take law-abiding citizens' guns away. That's not what gun reform is about. It's about keeping firearms out of the hands of those that ought not have them. Universal background checks and closing the Charleston Loophole will help ensure that. #JointSession" (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Rated 100% by Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence. (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 1446 "Enhanced Background Checks Act of 2021." (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of H.R. 1425 “Patient Protection and Affordable Care Enhancement Act” (votesmart.org)
  • "Expanding Medicaid in the 12 holdout states would do more than improve the lives of everyday Americans—it would save lives. We must make health care accessible and affordable for all." (twitter.com)
  • "On this day 12 years ago, President Obama signed the #AffordableCareAct into law—making health care more accessible & affordable for millions. Democrats will continue to protect this life-saving legislation. And we must close the coverage gap to make health care a right for all." (twitter.com)
  • "Today, President Biden took significant steps towards making health care accessible and affordable for all by acting to fix the ACA’s “family glitch” and signing an Executive Order to further strengthen the ACA and Medicaid. Health care ought to be a right, not a privilege." (twitter.com)
  • "Families should not be forced to choose between their jobs and having children or taking care of a sick family member.The #FAMILYAct ensures that they no longer have to by guaranteeing paid leave." (twitter.com)
  • "The COVID-19 crisis has highlighted the need that American workers have for paid leave. Today we celebrate the anniversary of the Family and Medical Leave Act, but we do so knowing that we must work to secure guaranteed paid leave to all full-time workers." (twitter.com)
  • "There are 43 million private-sector workers w/o paid sick leave. Working families deserve the time they need to recover from illnesses.#SOTU" (twitter.com)
  • Voted in favor of H.R. 6201 “Families First Coronavirus Response Act” (votesmart.org)
  • "Americans should not have to choose between paying their bills or paying for their medications. We must reign in the astronomical prices of prescription drugs. Americans deserve a patient-first plan. #EndRXMonopolyPrices" (twitter.com)
  • "People shouldn't be forced to choose between buying their life-saving medication and buying groceries or paying their electric bill. We must make prescription drugs affordable to those who need them." (twitter.com)
  • Voted in favor of H.R. 3 “Lower Drug Costs Now Act of 2019” (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of H.R. 6833 “The Affordable Insulin Now Act” (votesmart.org)
  • "This president’s attempt to strip funds from our military in order to fund his ineffective, wasteful border wall makes America less safe, disrespects military families, & dishonors the Constitution. We must terminate his executive order & return those funds to the military." (twitter.com)
  • "Bipartisanship means real smart border security solutions like sensors and drones, not a medieval edifice." (twitter.com)
  • "The president cannot continue to hold federal workers hostage while he throws a temper tantrum over his ineffective border wall. We need smart border security, not a concrete edifice. We must #EndTheShutdown." (twitter.com)
  • "The President’s decision to steal money from the military for his ineffective, wasteful border wall is a violation of the Constitution and undermines America's safety and the military’s morale. The House will continue to fight this egregious abuse of power." (twitter.com)
  • "Dreamers are our neighbors, friends, colleagues, and classmates. They fully contribute to our economy and are vital to what makes this country great. Their #HomeIsHere and the Dream Act will ensure that they can call America home, permanently." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "The #NoBanAct will prevent xenophobic acts, like the Trump Administration's Muslim Ban, from ever becoming law again. Our nation was built on freedom from religious persecution. It's time we return to the foundation of our democracy & get the No Ban Act to the President's desk." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 1333 "NO BAN Act." (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 6 "American Dream and Promise Act of 2021." (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 1333 "NO BAN Act." (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 6 "American Dream and Promise Act of 2021." (votesmart.org)
  • "Congress must take bipartisan action to pass tough sanctions against the Russian regime, and Russia should extradite the 25 indicted individuals in the name of the just rule of law. Republicans must fully fund and support efforts to immediately secure the 2018 election." (twitter.com)
  • "Today, the House took a significant step to hold Putin & his enablers accountable for this unnecessary war. This legislation will ban the import of Russian oil and energy products, weaken Russian global trade, and allow us to impose further sanctions for human rights violations." (twitter.com)
  • Voted in favor of H.R. 6968 “Suspending Energy Imports from Russia Act” (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of H.R. 7691 “Making emergency supplemental appropriations for assistance for the situation in Ukraine for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2022, and for other purposes.” (votesmart.org)
  • "This morning, my colleagues and I heard a powerful message from President Zelenskyy about the horrors his people are enduring from Putin's unjust war. We must continue to work with our allies and partners to responsibly get Ukraine the resources they need. #StandWithUkraine" (twitter.com)
  • "Today, Congress sent bipartisan legislation to expedite the delivery of military assistance to Ukraine to the President's desk. This is a humanitarian crisis of Putin's making. We are committed to holding Putin accountable & supporting Ukraine in this unprovoked & unjust war." (twitter.com)
  • Voted in favor of H.R. 7691 “Making emergency supplemental appropriations for assistance for the situation in Ukraine for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2022, and for other purposes.” (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of S. 3522 “Ukraine Democracy Defense Lend-Lease Act of 2022” (votesmart.org)
  • "With President Biden's #BuildBackBetter Framework, we can help ensure the wealthiest pay their fair share and working Americans get a fair shot. Let's get this done #ForthePeople." (twitter.com)
  • "Decades of trickle-down economics have led to extreme wealth and income inequality and a tax system that only benefits the rich. The Inflation Reduction Act puts #PeopleOverPolitics by ensuring rich corporations pay their fair share." (twitter.com)
  • "Today the House took a critical step toward passing the Build Back Better Act — a historic plan to create jobs, cut taxes for families, lower care costs, and more, paid for by ensuring the wealthiest Americans pay their fair share. This is how we deliver progress for the people." (twitter.com)
  • Voted in favor of H.R. 5377 “Restoring Tax Fairness for States and Localities Act” (votesmart.org)
  • "The U.S. Mexico Canada Agreement (USMCA): -Will boost the economy -Support workers -Protect the environment -And improve access to affordable prescription drugs It's a win for Americans and a model for future trade agreements." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "This President's trade war w/ China is hurting Americans. It's forcing Boeing to cut production for the second time at its SC facility that employs 7,000. It's time we address China's unfair trade practices w/ a strategy that benefits Americans." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 5430 "United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement Implementation Act." (votesmart.org)
  • "This president’s threat to shut down the U.S.-Mexico border or impose auto-tariffs as an attempt to stop asylum is outrageous Any implementation of auto-tariffs would threaten jobs and our economy. We need real immigration reform, not extremist demands." (twitter.com)

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