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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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12/13/2022 Tweet - "Today, @POTUS signed the Respect for Marriage Act into law -- landmark legislation to ensure same-sex and interracial couples are always recognized under federal law. Every family deserves the freedom to love without fear and to be treated with dignity and respect."
12/12/2022 Tweet - "Reminder: this Congress has been the most productive since the Great Society. With Democrats at the helm, we've passed: ✔️ CHIPS and Science Act ✔️ Inflation Reduction Act ✔️ Infrastructure Law ✔️ Safer Communities Act ✔️ American Rescue Plan ✔️ PACT Act #PeopleOverPoltics."
12/08/2022 Tweet - "I am very pleased that Brittney Griner has been freed from Russian custody just in time to spend the holidays with her loved ones, here on American soil. Thank you to the Biden-Harris Administration for your continued efforts to secure her release. Welcome home, BG."
12/05/2022 Tweet - ". @FCC has released its initial draft for its new broadband maps--showcasing its current estimate of where internet access is and isn't in SC and across the country. These maps will inform our historic investments to make high-speed internet accessible and affordable for all."
12/02/2022 Tweet - "Giving recently incarcerated individuals the tools to rebuild their lives reduces the chance they'll re-offend, making our communities safer. I'm proud @HouseDemocrats passed the One Stop Shop Community Reentry Program Act to make it easier for people to get the help they need."
11/30/2022 Tweet - "A national rail shutdown right before the holidays would devastate our economy, harm hardworking Americans, and put undue stress on U.S. businesses. Today, @HouseDemocrats did our part to avert this shutdown and ensure railroad workers get much-needed paid sick leave."
11/29/2022 Tweet - "Justice Thomas has already outlined a plan that includes ending marriage equality. Today, the Senate passed the Respect for Marriage Act and will now send the bill to the House to ensure protections for same-sex and interracial marriages remain the law of the land."
11/23/2022 Tweet - "Good news: @SecCardona has extended the federal student loan payment pause through June 30, 2023. I am hopeful the Supreme Court will rule in favor of hardworking Americans by allowing @POTUS to deliver permanent relief."
11/23/2022 Tweet - "I'm horrified by the reports of yet another mass shooting--this time in Chesapeake, VA. My thoughts are with the family and loved ones of those lost in this tragedy, right before the holiday season. We must enact stronger gun violence prevention laws to protect our communities."
11/20/2022 Tweet - "Horrifying that as we mark #TransDayofRemembrance today, we are met with the news of a deadly shooting targeting the LGBTQ+ community in Colorado Springs. Hate and guns are a lethal mix. We must stamp out hatred and prevent perpetrators of hate crimes from obtaining firearms."
11/14/2022 Tweet - "This #WorldDiabetesDay, I'm grateful @HouseDemocrats passed legislation to cap the cost of insulin for Medicare recipients at $35/month. I know firsthand the financial burden of diabetes and remain committed to the fight to make the monthly cost of insulin affordable for all."
11/14/2022 Tweet - "It's long past time we stop all of this foolishness. Democrats and Republicans ought to come together in this lame duck session and pass the Freedom to Vote: John R. Lewis Act to preserve the integrity of our elections."
11/10/2022 Tweet - "Last week we learned job growth remains strong. Today we learned inflation is easing. Democrats are putting #PeopleOverPolitics to lower costs and build an economy that works for everyone. Republicans have no solutions and are putting #PoliticsOverPeople."
11/08/2022 Tweet - "Republicans want to pass a national abortion ban with virtually no exceptions and deny emergency medical treatment for women experiencing serious pregnancy complications. They want complete control over women's bodies. Not on our watch."
11/07/2022 Tweet - "No House Republican voted for a bill to cap the cost of insulin, address inflation, lower kitchen-table costs for American families, and ensure big corporations pay their fair share. Not one of them. Their plan to address inflation doesn't exist."
11/05/2022 Tweet - "If we do not learn the lessons from our past, we will be doomed to repeat our mistakes. From putting systems in place to overturn elections to discrediting the press, our country is headed down a dangerous path. Americans must march to the ballot box to save our democracy."
11/01/2022 Tweet - "Congressional Republicans want to repeal the $35/month cap on insulin for Medicare recipients and the $2,000 annual cap on prescription drug costs for seniors. Democrats are fighting tooth and nail to protect these life-saving benefits. #PeopleOverPolitics"
11/01/2022 Tweet - "The ACA open enrollment period starts today. Thanks to the #InflationReductionAct, families will see savings up to $2,400. This is your chance to purchase reliable, affordable health care coverage. #GetCovered before December 15 at http://HealthCare.gov."
10/28/2022 Tweet - "Great News: The economy exceeded expectations and grew at 2.6% pace last quarter. We have more people working now than before the pandemic. While Republicans want to take away your rights and freedoms, Democrats are putting #PeopleOverPolitics to get our economy back on track."
10/28/2022 Tweet - "I wish Paul Pelosi a swift and full recovery from this abhorrent attack. Threats facing our elected officials and their families must be taken seriously, and violence in any form, for any reason, cannot be tolerated."
10/27/2022 Tweet - "President Biden and Congressional Democrats have taken bold action to combat Putin's price hikes at the pump. Republicans voted against reducing our dependency on foreign oil and providing incentives to help us make clean energy right here on American soil. #PeopleOverPolitics"
10/26/2022 Tweet - "Bank overdraft fees. Credit card late fees. Hidden hotel booking fees. Contract termination charges. All of these surprise "junk fees" take extra dollars out of hardworking Americans' pockets. Today, @POTUS committed to cracking down on those unfair charges. #PeopleOverPolitics"
10/24/2022 Tweet - "Democrats reversed the pandemic's devastating impact on people's health, education and livelihoods. Now we're putting #PeopleOverPolitics and addressing inflation by tackling the costs of gas prices, healthcare, prescription drugs and education."
10/24/2022 Tweet - "This #WorldPolioDay, I'm thinking about the friends I lost to polio growing up and how the vaccine saved countless lives in my community. The near eradication of the disease in the U.S. is proof that #VaccinesWork. Now is the time to stop the spread for good."

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