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July 12, 2021 Tweet - "Today, I spoke with activists about how we can defend and strengthen voting rights in Michigan and across the country. Our vote is our power--and we can't let anyone take it away." Kamala Harris
July 12, 2021 Remarks by Vice President Harris Before Air Force Two Departure Kamala Harris
July 12, 2021 Remarks by Vice President Harris During a Voting Rights Listening Session Kamala Harris
July 9, 2021 Tweet - "From investing in America's infrastructure to making voting more accessible, @POTUS & I see county leaders and local elected officials as true partners. Today I had the opportunity to thank them for all their hard work at the National Association of Counties Annual Conference." Kamala Harris
July 8, 2021 Tweet - "With voting rights under attack across the country, it's more important than ever that we act. Today, the Vice President and I met with civil rights leaders to discuss how we protect the sacred right to vote and ensure everyone can make their voice heard at the ballot box." Pres. Joe Biden
July 8, 2021 Readout of President Biden's Meeting With Leaders from Legacy Black Civil Rights Organizations Pres. Joe Biden
July 1, 2021 Tweet - "50 years ago, the 26th amendment was ratified, lowering the voting age to 18--a clear example of a bipartisan effort to strengthen our democracy by expanding the right to vote to more Americans. Today, @POTUS and I are fighting to protect that fundamental right." Kamala Harris
July 1, 2021 Tweet - "Today's decision by the Supreme Court undercuts voting rights in this country -- and makes it all the more crucial to pass the For the People Act and the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act to restore and expand voting protections. Our democracy depends on it." Pres. Joe Biden
July 1, 2021 Statement by President Joe Biden on the Supreme Court's Voting Rights Decision in Brnovich v. Democratic National Committee Pres. Joe Biden
June 30, 2021 Remarks by Vice President Harris at the Generation Equality Forum Kamala Harris
June 30, 2021 A Proclamation on the 50th Anniversary of the 26th Amendment Pres. Joe Biden
June 30, 2021 Tweet - "In 2020, Americans voted in record numbers--and now some states are trying to make voting more difficult. Thank you @GovernorTomWolf for vetoing legislation that would have created barriers to voting in Pennsylvania. Our democracy is stronger when everyone participates." Kamala Harris
June 29, 2021 Readout of President Joe Biden's Meeting on Voting Rights Pres. Joe Biden
June 29, 2021 Statement by President Joseph Biden on the Women, Peace, and Security Report Pres. Joe Biden
June 29, 2021 Tweet - "The right to vote is not a Democratic right or a Republican right. It is an American right." Kamala Harris
June 28, 2021 Tweet - "It was an honor to marry Sandy Stier and Kris Perry after the courts lifted California's ban on marriage equality in 2013. Two years later, for the first time in our history, every American had the right to marry the person they love." Kamala Harris
June 28, 2021 Tweet - "52 years ago, the Stonewall riots sparked a revolution. We have made incredible progress towards equality since then--and we cannot stop until every American has equal protection under the law." Kamala Harris
June 25, 2021 President Biden Announces U.S. Special Envoy to Advance the Human Rights of LGBTQI+ Persons Pres. Joe Biden
June 25, 2021 Tweet - "Eight years ago, the Supreme Court's 5-4 ruling in Shelby County opened the door to unprecedented attacks on voting rights in many states. The need to protect and strengthen the right to vote is more critical than ever. On this anniversary, let's be clear: the fight continues." Kamala Harris
June 25, 2021 Executive Order on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility in the Federal Workforce Pres. Joe Biden
June 25, 2021 Tweet - "So far this year, hundreds of anti-LGBTQ bills have been introduced in state legislatures -- many of them target transgender children. Let's be clear: This is bullying against kids disguised as legislation -- and it must stop. Enough is enough." Pres. Joe Biden
June 24, 2021 Remarks by President Biden on the Bipartisan Infrastructure Deal Pres. Joe Biden
June 24, 2021 Tweet - "It is our duty, at every opportunity, to protect and strengthen the right to vote." Kamala Harris
June 24, 2021 Statement by President Joe Biden on Hong Kong's Apple Daily Pres. Joe Biden
June 23, 2021 Tweet - "For me, Pride has always been both a joy-filled celebration--and a time to recommit to the fight for equality. Today I met with LGBTQ+ advocates to discuss the progress our nation has made, and the work we must do to achieve full equality." Kamala Harris
June 23, 2021 Remarks by Vice President Harris Before a Listening Session with Civil Rights and Voting Rights Groups Kamala Harris
June 23, 2021 Remarks by Vice President Harris Before a Listening Session on Pride Month Kamala Harris
June 23, 2021 Tweet - "Today, I met with civil rights and voting rights leaders to discuss the work ahead. Because we are not giving up or giving in. We are continuing the fight to protect and strengthen the right to vote." Kamala Harris
June 22, 2021 Tweet - "Our democracy is stronger when everyone participates--and it is weaker when people are denied meaningful access to participation. Today, as Senate Democrats united around the For The People Act, Senate Republicans voted against advancing it. My Statement:" Kamala Harris
June 22, 2021 Tweet - "Today, @SenSchumer and I held our latest strategy call on getting the For the People Act to my desk. Democrats are united and committed to passing this landmark legislation to protect voting rights, ensure the integrity of our elections, and repair and strengthen our democracy." Pres. Joe Biden
June 22, 2021 Statement by President Joe Biden on the For the People Act Pres. Joe Biden
June 22, 2021 Statement by Vice President Kamala Harris on the For the People Act Kamala Harris
June 22, 2021 Tweet - "We can't sit idly by while democracy is in peril -- here, in America. We need to protect the sacred right to vote and ensure "We the People" choose our leaders, the very foundation on which our democracy rests. We urgently need the For The People Act. Send it to my desk." Pres. Joe Biden
June 21, 2021 Tweet - "Throughout our nation's history, many have fought--and even died--to ensure that all eligible Americans can have their vote counted. Today, that hard-won progress is under assault." Kamala Harris
June 20, 2021 Tweet - "When Americans vote, they have a say in what happens to them and in their communities. We must make sure all Americans can exercise their right to vote." Kamala Harris
June 19, 2021 Tweet - "Juneteenth marks both the long, hard night of slavery and subjugation -- and the promise of that brighter morning to come. It's a day of profound weight and power. Today and every day, we must work to ensure our nation finally lives up to its promise of equality for all." Pres. Joe Biden
June 19, 2021 Tweet - "To honor the true meaning of Juneteenth, we have to continue toward that promise of equality for all." Pres. Joe Biden
June 17, 2021 Tweet - "We cannot rest until the promise of equality is fulfilled -- for every one of us, in every corner of this nation. That is the meaning of Juneteenth." Pres. Joe Biden
June 17, 2021 Remarks by President Biden at Signing of the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act Pres. Joe Biden
June 16, 2021 Tweet - "The right to vote is fundamental in our democracy. Today, I met with Texas state legislators to discuss how we can stop legislation that will make it harder for Americans to exercise their right to vote." Kamala Harris
June 16, 2021 Remarks by President Biden in Press Conference Pres. Joe Biden
June 16, 2021 Remarks by Vice President Harris in a Meeting with Members of the Texas State Senate and Texas House of Representatives Kamala Harris
June 15, 2021 Tweet - "We're seeing a coordinated attack on voting rights in this country. It's Jim Crow in the 21st century, and it must end. Congress must enact legislation to make it easier for all eligible Americans to access the ballot box and prevent attacks on the sacred right to vote." Pres. Joe Biden
June 15, 2021 Excerpts from Remarks as Prepared for Delivery by Vice President Harris to the Brussels Forum Kamala Harris
June 15, 2021 U.S.-EU Summit Statement Pres. Joe Biden
June 14, 2021 Tweet - "Democracy thrives when the infrastructure of democracy is strong; when people have the right to vote freely, fairly, and conveniently; when a free and independent press pursues the truth; when the law applies equally to everyone, regardless of who they are or what they look like." Pres. Joe Biden
June 14, 2021 Tweet - "Today, I met with local leaders in South Carolina who are fighting to protect the fundamental right to vote. We discussed their work to register people to vote, strengthen election infrastructure, and expand voting rights." Kamala Harris
June 13, 2021 Tweet - "When "We, the people" includes all the people, our democracy is stronger. We must continue to fight to protect Americans' fundamental right to vote." Kamala Harris
June 13, 2021 Tweet - "LGBTQ Americans, I want you to know: We see you. We hear you. President Joe Biden and I will not rest until everyone has equal protection under the law. Happy #Pride" Kamala Harris
June 11, 2021 Tweet - "History has shown that when more Americans are able to vote, our democracy is stronger. That's why our Administration is taking unprecedented action to defend the fundamental right to vote." Kamala Harris
Date Title Politician
July 12, 2021 Tweet - "Today, I spoke with activists about how we can defend and strengthen voting rights in Michigan and across the country. Our vote is our power--and we can't let anyone take it away." Kamala Harris
July 12, 2021 Remarks by Vice President Harris Before Air Force Two Departure Kamala Harris
July 12, 2021 Remarks by Vice President Harris During a Voting Rights Listening Session Kamala Harris
July 9, 2021 Tweet - "From investing in America's infrastructure to making voting more accessible, @POTUS & I see county leaders and local elected officials as true partners. Today I had the opportunity to thank them for all their hard work at the National Association of Counties Annual Conference." Kamala Harris
July 8, 2021 Tweet - "With voting rights under attack across the country, it's more important than ever that we act. Today, the Vice President and I met with civil rights leaders to discuss how we protect the sacred right to vote and ensure everyone can make their voice heard at the ballot box." Pres.Joe Biden
July 8, 2021 Readout of President Biden's Meeting With Leaders from Legacy Black Civil Rights Organizations Pres.Joe Biden
July 1, 2021 Tweet - "50 years ago, the 26th amendment was ratified, lowering the voting age to 18--a clear example of a bipartisan effort to strengthen our democracy by expanding the right to vote to more Americans. Today, @POTUS and I are fighting to protect that fundamental right." Kamala Harris
July 1, 2021 Tweet - "Today's decision by the Supreme Court undercuts voting rights in this country -- and makes it all the more crucial to pass the For the People Act and the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act to restore and expand voting protections. Our democracy depends on it." Pres.Joe Biden
July 1, 2021 Statement by President Joe Biden on the Supreme Court's Voting Rights Decision in Brnovich v. Democratic National Committee Pres.Joe Biden
June 30, 2021 Remarks by Vice President Harris at the Generation Equality Forum Kamala Harris
June 30, 2021 A Proclamation on the 50th Anniversary of the 26th Amendment Pres.Joe Biden
June 30, 2021 Tweet - "In 2020, Americans voted in record numbers--and now some states are trying to make voting more difficult. Thank you @GovernorTomWolf for vetoing legislation that would have created barriers to voting in Pennsylvania. Our democracy is stronger when everyone participates." Kamala Harris
June 29, 2021 Readout of President Joe Biden's Meeting on Voting Rights Pres.Joe Biden
June 29, 2021 Statement by President Joseph Biden on the Women, Peace, and Security Report Pres.Joe Biden
June 29, 2021 Tweet - "The right to vote is not a Democratic right or a Republican right. It is an American right." Kamala Harris
June 28, 2021 Tweet - "It was an honor to marry Sandy Stier and Kris Perry after the courts lifted California's ban on marriage equality in 2013. Two years later, for the first time in our history, every American had the right to marry the person they love." Kamala Harris
June 28, 2021 Tweet - "52 years ago, the Stonewall riots sparked a revolution. We have made incredible progress towards equality since then--and we cannot stop until every American has equal protection under the law." Kamala Harris
June 25, 2021 President Biden Announces U.S. Special Envoy to Advance the Human Rights of LGBTQI+ Persons Pres.Joe Biden
June 25, 2021 Tweet - "Eight years ago, the Supreme Court's 5-4 ruling in Shelby County opened the door to unprecedented attacks on voting rights in many states. The need to protect and strengthen the right to vote is more critical than ever. On this anniversary, let's be clear: the fight continues." Kamala Harris
June 25, 2021 Executive Order on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility in the Federal Workforce Pres.Joe Biden
June 25, 2021 Tweet - "So far this year, hundreds of anti-LGBTQ bills have been introduced in state legislatures -- many of them target transgender children. Let's be clear: This is bullying against kids disguised as legislation -- and it must stop. Enough is enough." Pres.Joe Biden
June 24, 2021 Remarks by President Biden on the Bipartisan Infrastructure Deal Pres.Joe Biden
June 24, 2021 Tweet - "It is our duty, at every opportunity, to protect and strengthen the right to vote." Kamala Harris
June 24, 2021 Statement by President Joe Biden on Hong Kong's Apple Daily Pres.Joe Biden
June 23, 2021 Tweet - "For me, Pride has always been both a joy-filled celebration--and a time to recommit to the fight for equality. Today I met with LGBTQ+ advocates to discuss the progress our nation has made, and the work we must do to achieve full equality." Kamala Harris
June 23, 2021 Remarks by Vice President Harris Before a Listening Session with Civil Rights and Voting Rights Groups Kamala Harris
June 23, 2021 Remarks by Vice President Harris Before a Listening Session on Pride Month Kamala Harris
June 23, 2021 Tweet - "Today, I met with civil rights and voting rights leaders to discuss the work ahead. Because we are not giving up or giving in. We are continuing the fight to protect and strengthen the right to vote." Kamala Harris
June 22, 2021 Tweet - "Our democracy is stronger when everyone participates--and it is weaker when people are denied meaningful access to participation. Today, as Senate Democrats united around the For The People Act, Senate Republicans voted against advancing it. My Statement:" Kamala Harris
June 22, 2021 Tweet - "Today, @SenSchumer and I held our latest strategy call on getting the For the People Act to my desk. Democrats are united and committed to passing this landmark legislation to protect voting rights, ensure the integrity of our elections, and repair and strengthen our democracy." Pres.Joe Biden
June 22, 2021 Statement by President Joe Biden on the For the People Act Pres.Joe Biden
June 22, 2021 Statement by Vice President Kamala Harris on the For the People Act Kamala Harris
June 22, 2021 Tweet - "We can't sit idly by while democracy is in peril -- here, in America. We need to protect the sacred right to vote and ensure "We the People" choose our leaders, the very foundation on which our democracy rests. We urgently need the For The People Act. Send it to my desk." Pres.Joe Biden
June 21, 2021 Tweet - "Throughout our nation's history, many have fought--and even died--to ensure that all eligible Americans can have their vote counted. Today, that hard-won progress is under assault." Kamala Harris
June 20, 2021 Tweet - "When Americans vote, they have a say in what happens to them and in their communities. We must make sure all Americans can exercise their right to vote." Kamala Harris
June 19, 2021 Tweet - "Juneteenth marks both the long, hard night of slavery and subjugation -- and the promise of that brighter morning to come. It's a day of profound weight and power. Today and every day, we must work to ensure our nation finally lives up to its promise of equality for all." Pres.Joe Biden
June 19, 2021 Tweet - "To honor the true meaning of Juneteenth, we have to continue toward that promise of equality for all." Pres.Joe Biden
June 17, 2021 Tweet - "We cannot rest until the promise of equality is fulfilled -- for every one of us, in every corner of this nation. That is the meaning of Juneteenth." Pres.Joe Biden
June 17, 2021 Remarks by President Biden at Signing of the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act Pres.Joe Biden
June 16, 2021 Tweet - "The right to vote is fundamental in our democracy. Today, I met with Texas state legislators to discuss how we can stop legislation that will make it harder for Americans to exercise their right to vote." Kamala Harris
June 16, 2021 Remarks by President Biden in Press Conference Pres.Joe Biden
June 16, 2021 Remarks by Vice President Harris in a Meeting with Members of the Texas State Senate and Texas House of Representatives Kamala Harris
June 15, 2021 Tweet - "We're seeing a coordinated attack on voting rights in this country. It's Jim Crow in the 21st century, and it must end. Congress must enact legislation to make it easier for all eligible Americans to access the ballot box and prevent attacks on the sacred right to vote." Pres.Joe Biden
June 15, 2021 Excerpts from Remarks as Prepared for Delivery by Vice President Harris to the Brussels Forum Kamala Harris
June 15, 2021 U.S.-EU Summit Statement Pres.Joe Biden
June 14, 2021 Tweet - "Democracy thrives when the infrastructure of democracy is strong; when people have the right to vote freely, fairly, and conveniently; when a free and independent press pursues the truth; when the law applies equally to everyone, regardless of who they are or what they look like." Pres.Joe Biden
June 14, 2021 Tweet - "Today, I met with local leaders in South Carolina who are fighting to protect the fundamental right to vote. We discussed their work to register people to vote, strengthen election infrastructure, and expand voting rights." Kamala Harris
June 13, 2021 Tweet - "When "We, the people" includes all the people, our democracy is stronger. We must continue to fight to protect Americans' fundamental right to vote." Kamala Harris
June 13, 2021 Tweet - "LGBTQ Americans, I want you to know: We see you. We hear you. President Joe Biden and I will not rest until everyone has equal protection under the law. Happy #Pride" Kamala Harris
June 11, 2021 Tweet - "History has shown that when more Americans are able to vote, our democracy is stronger. That's why our Administration is taking unprecedented action to defend the fundamental right to vote." Kamala Harris
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