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Jim Clyburn's Public Statements

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

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08/11/2022 Tweet - "The Inflation Reduction Act & Biden Admin executive action will lower health care costs for SC families: ➡️ Saves $1110/yr for SC median-income family with employer-based coverage ➡️ Saves $2470/yr for SC median-income family with exchange-based coverage"
08/11/2022 Tweet - "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."
08/09/2022 Tweet - "Reminder: Americans earning less than $400,000 a year won't pay one cent more in income taxes under the Inflation Reduction Act."
08/05/2022 Tweet - "The House passed the Consumer Fuel Price Gouging Prevention Act to tackle Big Oil's price gouging head on and lower costs at the pump. Not one Republican voted for it. #PoliticsOverPeople"
08/04/2022 Tweet - "Clean air and safe water are a human right. As Democrats are working to protect this right, Republicans are trying to dismantle it by gutting the Clean Water Act and Clean Air Act. We must put #PeopleOverPolitics."
08/03/2022 Tweet - "The average national gas price has fallen for the last 8 weeks in a row, declining over 80 cents since June. @POTUS is delivering on his promise to address the Putin Price Hike."
08/03/2022 Tweet - "Because Democrats passed the American Rescue Plan, the uninsured rate has hit a record low of 8%. The Inflation Reduction Act will maintain this historic progress. Republicans want to reverse it. #PeopleOverPolitics"
08/02/2022 Tweet - "The #CHIPSandScience Act will help rebuild our reputation on the world stage as leaders in semiconductor production. For far too long, we've sent these good-paying jobs overseas. Let's restore our competitive edge and make more goods on American soil."
08/02/2022 Tweet - "Tonight, the Senate overcame Republican opposition, put #PeopleOverPolitics & passed the Honoring Our PACT Act for our toxic-exposed vets. Vets put their lives on the line for our country. The least we can do is ensure they receive proper benefits & care when they return home."
08/01/2022 Tweet - "Telehealth services provided essential care throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. The House has passed a bill to ensure Medicare recipients can continue to receive telehealth services making quality care more accessible and affordable."
07/28/2022 Tweet - "Last night, Senate Republicans blocked a bill that would expand access to care and disability benefits for combat veterans exposed to toxic substances during their service. The @GOP continues to put politics over people."
07/28/2022 Tweet - "With the passing of the CHIPS and Science Act, we have just set America on a trajectory of success. This bill will create jobs and lower costs of consumer products by boosting chip manufacturing right here at home. I'm proud to support this groundbreaking legislation."
07/27/2022 Tweet - "From creating better paying jobs to lowering costs for families, Democrats are fighting to put #PeopleOverPolitics and build an America that works for everyone--not just those at the top."
07/26/2022 Tweet - "Today marks 32 years of the Americans with Disabilities Act, landmark legislation to help ensure every American has equal opportunity in our society. As we celebrate our progress, may we continue the work to build a more inclusive, equitable and accessible America."
07/25/2022 Tweet - "Today, I celebrate the life and legacy of McKinley Washington. He was a fierce advocate for the Sea Islands of SC and spent his life fighting for equity and a better quality of life for the communities he represented. May he rest in power."
07/25/2022 Tweet - "House Democrats have already passed legislation that will benefit American families; like our bills to cap the monthly cost of insulin at $35, protect access to contraception, and protect marriage equality. We need the Senate to send these bills to the President's desk."
07/22/2022 Tweet - "Today, I was honored to present the President's Volunteer Service Award to Ms. Emily Meggett for her contributions to Gullah Geeche Culinary. Many have sought her meals not simply because of the food on their plates but also for the love & warmth she has provided over the years."
07/21/2022 Tweet - "Thank you all for the warm wishes on my birthday. It is my honor to represent the residents of South Carolina's 6th district and serve my House colleagues as Majority Whip. May today bring many blessings and joy your way."
07/21/2022 Tweet - "The House Republican assault on women's rights continues. 197 just refused to vote for a bill to protect access to contraception. This extremist party must be stopped, and we must fight to repair the damage they've already done."
07/21/2022 Tweet - "Not only does South Carolina produce 3 times more peaches than Georgia, but we're home to premium peaches from Titan Farms! I'm excited to continue the tradition of sharing this home grown deliciousness with my colleagues in D.C."
07/21/2022 Tweet - "1 million American households have signed up to lower their monthly internet costs through the bipartisan infrastructure bill's Affordable Connectivity Program. Closing the digital divide will help bring every community into the 21st century."
07/20/2022 Tweet - "10 years ago today, the Aurora shooting shattered a community & claimed 12 lives. Similar tragedies have been far too common. @HouseDemocrats continue to fight for common-sense gun violence prevention measures, including with today's @HouseJudiciary #AssaultWeaponsBan markup."
07/19/2022 Tweet - "In a concurrent opinion ripping away women's right to choose, Justice Thomas outlined next steps--including ending marriage equality. Today, @HouseDemocrats will pass the Respect for Marriage Act to enshrine marriage equality in federal law & stop state efforts to curb this right."
07/18/2022 Southern Campaign of the Revolution National Heritage Corridor Act of 2021
07/18/2022 Tweet - "When I was elected president of my local @NAACP youth council at age 12, I never imagined I would one day earn their highest honor: the Spingarn Medal. I hope to live long enough and serve well enough to prove myself worthy of this prestigious honor."
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