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Jim Clyburn's Public Statements on Issue: Civil Liberties and Civil Rights

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

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08/24/2021 Tweet - "Thinking of my dear friend John Lewis today. He knew the future of our democracy was not guaranteed and dedicated his life to preserving it. Today we have the opportunity to honor his legacy and send the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act to the Senate. I'm ready."
08/24/2021 Tweet - "There are 49 states that have introduced legislation to suppress the vote within Black and Brown communities. We saw it happen down in Georgia. We're watching it unfold in Texas. Passing #HR4 will help ensure every American has unfettered access to the ballot box."
08/18/2021 Tweet - "The 19th Amendment was ratified 101 years ago today, granting the sacred right to vote to some women. Despite these advances, the foundation of our democracy remains under attack. We must do what is necessary to protect the fundamental right to vote for all."
08/17/2021 Tweet - "Proud to join @RepTerriSewell & @RepJerryNadler to introduce the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act. This bill will fulfill my dear friend John Lewis' sacred commitment to voting as a fundamental right and a touchstone of the greatest democracy the world has ever known."
08/17/2021 Tweet - "What we're seeing across the country now are voter nullification tactics on steroids. To protect the cornerstone of our democracy and honor the sacrifices of those who have dedicated their lives to protecting access to the ballot box, we must pass #HR4. #RestoretheVote"
08/10/2021 MSNBC "The Beat with Ari Melber" - Transcript: Interview with Jim Clyburn
08/06/2021 Tweet - "There are 48 states that have now introduced or enacted voter suppression laws to block access to an effective franchise -- many reserving the right to overturn fair elections. The fight for voting rights is about whether we will have a democracy or an autocracy."
08/03/2021 Tweet - "#BlackWomenCantWait for equal pay for equal work. It's long past time we address the systemic inequalities in our economy and pay Black women the equitable wages they deserve. #BlackWomensEqualPayDay"
08/02/2021 Tweet - "Today, Republicans at every level of government are leading the assault on the right to vote. We can't wait on bipartisan support to protect it. @RepMondaire and I agree: we need a constitutional rights exception to the filibuster."
07/26/2021 Tweet - "Today marks the 31st anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act -- landmark legislation that expanded protections for those with disabilities. As we recognize #ADA31, we must reaffirm our commitment to treat everyone with the dignity and respect they deserve."
07/21/2021 Letter to Hon. Pete Buttigieg, Secretary of Transportation - Vice Chair Strickland Leads CBC in Call for Equity in American Rail Infrastructure
07/21/2021 Tweet - "We all have a role to play in the fight to protect voting rights. While the powerful women I joined with today are out there advocating, Congress has to do its part and get HR1 and the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act to the President's desk. #OurPowerOurMessage"
07/20/2021 Tweet - "Texas Republicans are seeking to abridge Texans' fundamental right to vote. Texas Democrats are showing Congress and the American people what's at stake. It was a privilege to hear from them today. We've got to channel their urgency and act to protect our democracy."
07/14/2021 Tweet - "Our democracy works best when every American has unfettered access to the ballot box. Thank you to the 160 companies who recognize this and are working to ensure Americans can exercise their fundamental right to vote."
07/13/2021 Tweet - "Our democracy is at a dangerous inflection point. Carving out an exception to the filibuster for constitutional and voting rights would ensure we can continue our pursuit of a more perfect union. Like @POTUS said today, "The whole world is watching.""
07/12/2021 Tweet - "The filibuster is not a law. It's not in the Constitution. It's a tradition that's been misused throughout history to deny civil and voting rights. Our constitutional rights ought not be subject to the filibuster."
06/30/2021 Lee, Hoyer, Clyburn, Beatty, Bass, and Butterfield Applaud House Passage of Legislation to Remove Hate
06/29/2021 I often say that the Hall of Congress is America's classroom. We ought to teach and honor, in this hall, that which makes our country great -- not celebrate those who were proponents of racial inequity and hatred. It is long past time we #RemoveHate from the U.S. Capitol."Tweet - "
06/29/2021 Replacement of Bust of Roger Brooke Taney with Bust of Thurgood Marshall
06/26/2021 Tweet - "Today marks the anniversary of the Obergefell v. Hodges decision that established marriage equality in the United States. While we celebrate marriage equality today, we must also continue to fight until we achieve equality in all aspects of life for LGBTQ+ Americans."
06/25/2021 Tweet - "Shelby v. Holder decision, 8 years ago, gutted voter protections and led to states enacting laws making it harder for communities of color to vote. We must pass the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act so every American has equal access to the ballot box. #RestoreTheVote"
06/22/2021 Tweet - "Tonight's Senate vote was only the beginning of the process. Democrats are going to keep fighting for S.1 and the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act. We will not rest until every American has unfettered access to the ballot box."
06/19/2021 Tweet - "When it comes to the fundamental right to vote, it ought not be subjected to the filibuster. Using the filibuster to subvert access to the ballot box will be disastrous for the future of our democracy."
06/16/2021 Tweet - "Today I met the Texas state legislators who stood strong in defense of the fundamental right to vote against those seeking to subvert the will of the people. It is our responsibility to protect our democracy from all threats."
06/16/2021 Tweet - "Our democracy is on fire & the Senate is fiddling away precious time. Fueled by the big lie, free & fair elections are being suppressed. The Senate makes an exception to the filibuster for the budget -- they ought to do the same to protect voting rights."
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