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Sept. 30, 2021 A Proclamation on National Disability Employment Awareness Month, 2021 Pres. Joe Biden
Sept. 28, 2021 Vice President Harris Statement on Federal Agency Actions to Promote Voter Participation Kamala Harris
Sept. 28, 2021 Tweet - "Our nation is stronger when everyone participates, and weaker when anyone is left out. As we celebrate #NationalVoterRegistrationDay, we must continue the work of protecting the fundamental right to vote." Kamala Harris
Sept. 28, 2021 Tweet - "Today I visited @GeorgeMasonU for #NationalVoterRegistrationDay. In 2020, young people voted in record numbers. This year, over 30 anti-voter laws have passed in 18 states. These laws have cut back early voting, limited polling locations, and make it harder for people to vote." Kamala Harris
Sept. 28, 2021 Tweet - "As my friend, American hero Representative John Lewis, reminded us shortly before he passed, 'Democracy is not a state. It is an act.' This National Voter Registration Day, and every day, we are committed to defending, strengthening, and expanding the sacred right to vote." Pres. Joe Biden
Sept. 28, 2021 Tweet - "The right to vote in free and fair elections, and to have our vote counted, is a sacred and fundamental part of our nation's character. On National Voter Registration Day, I encourage all eligible Americans to make sure they are registered to vote at http://IWillVote.com" Kamala Harris
Sept. 21, 2021 Tweet - "We must defend the constitutional right of women to make decisions about their own bodies. S.B. 8 in Texas threatens that right and violates precedent set under Roe v. Wade." Kamala Harris
Sept. 21, 2021 Remarks by President Biden Before the 76th Session of the United Nations General Assembly Pres. Joe Biden
Sept. 20, 2021 Statement by President Joe Biden on the Tenth Anniversary of the Repeal of Don't Ask, Don't Tell Pres. Joe Biden
Sept. 17, 2021 Tweet - "For 50 years, @TheBlackCaucus has fought to ensure that every American has equal opportunity--and a voice in our democracy. Congratulations on this milestone. You truly are the conscience of Congress." Kamala Harris
Sept. 17, 2021 Tweet - "On this Constitution Day, we must recommit to protecting the rights enshrined in our Constitution, including the right to vote. The right to vote unlocks all other rights--and gives people a voice in our democracy." Kamala Harris
Sept. 16, 2021 Tweet - "Our Administration will always fight to defend the right of women to make decisions about their own bodies. It is non-negotiable." Kamala Harris
Sept. 16, 2021 A Proclamation on Constitution Day and Citizenship Day, and Constitution Week, 2021 Pres. Joe Biden
Sept. 15, 2021 Tweet - "This year alone, 18 states have passed 30 anti-voter laws. These laws disproportionately impact communities of color--and are designed to make it harder for people to vote. The Senate must pass the Freedom to Vote Act and the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act." Kamala Harris
Sept. 15, 2021 Statement by President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. on the International Day of Democracy Pres. Joe Biden
Sept. 15, 2021 Tweet - "Democracy is stronger when everyone participates--and is weaker when people are left out. On this International Day of Democracy, we recommit to ensure everyone has the power to determine their own future." Kamala Harris
Sept. 14, 2021 Tweet - "POTUS and I applaud the senators who came together to write the Freedom to Vote Act and we support this legislation. We must do everything we can to protect the fundamental right to vote." Kamala Harris
Sept. 14, 2021 Tweet - "To the brave LGBTQ+ service members who have served in our military--thank you. Your service and dedication to our nation have made us a safer. POTUS and I will not rest until everyone has equal protection under the law." Kamala Harris
Sept. 14, 2021 Tweet - "The sacred right to vote is under attack across the country -- and we need to take urgent action to protect it. I strongly support The Freedom to Vote Act and thank the eight Senators who came together to draft it. Let's get this passed." Pres. Joe Biden
Sept. 10, 2021 Remarks by Vice President Harris During Classroom Visit to Discuss Voting Rights Kamala Harris
Sept. 10, 2021 Tweet - "What's happening in Texas, in Georgia, and across our country with policies attacking women's rights, reproductive rights, voting rights, worker rights--Republicans think if they can win in California, they can do this anywhere. We won't let them win." Kamala Harris
Sept. 9, 2021 Remarks by Vice President Harris Before a Reproductive Rights Roundtable Kamala Harris
Sept. 7, 2021 Tweet - "We're facing an all-out assault on our democracy. We need to pass the For the People Act and the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act to protect the sacred right to vote. I urge Congress to send them to my desk immediately." Pres. Joe Biden
Sept. 7, 2021 Tweet - "The new voting law in Texas signed by Gov. Abbott is one of the most restrictive in the nation. The bill limits the options that enabled a historic number of Texans, especially citizens of color, to vote safely in our last election." Kamala Harris
Sept. 5, 2021 Tweet - "Each generation has fought to expand voting rights, and we owe it to the next generation to continue to fight for every American's right to vote and have their vote counted." Kamala Harris
Sept. 2, 2021 Statement by President Joe Biden on Supreme Court Ruling on Texas Law SB8 Pres. Joe Biden
Sept. 2, 2021 Tweet - "The Supreme Court's overnight ruling is an unprecedented assault on constitutional rights and requires an immediate response. We will launch a whole-of-government effort to respond, looking at what steps we can take to ensure that Texans have access to safe and legal abortions." Pres. Joe Biden
Sept. 2, 2021 Tweet - "The Supreme Court's ruling overnight is an unprecedented assault on constitutional rights under Roe v. Wade. Complete strangers will now be empowered to inject themselves in the most private of health decisions. The law does not even allow exceptions in cases of rape or incest." Pres. Joe Biden
Sept. 1, 2021 Tweet - "Texas law SB8 will significantly impair people's access to the health care they need--particularly for communities of color and individuals with low incomes. We are deeply committed to the constitutional right established in Roe v. Wade and will protect and defend that right." Pres. Joe Biden
Sept. 1, 2021 Tweet - "Texas law SB8 blatantly violates the constitutional right established under Roe v. Wade nearly five decades ago. It will disproportionately affect communities of color and individuals with low incomes from getting access to the health care they need. We must protect that right." Kamala Harris
Sept. 1, 2021 Statement by Vice President Harris on Texas Law SB8 Kamala Harris
Sept. 1, 2021 Tweet - "Today, a new law takes effect in Texas that directly violates the precedent established in the landmark case of Roe v. Wade. This all-out assault on reproductive health effectively bans abortion for the nearly 7 million Texans of reproductive age." Kamala Harris
Sept. 1, 2021 Tweet - "The Texas legislature passed sweeping legislation with a singular aim: making it harder for Texans to vote. Congress must act to protect voting rights for all Americans by passing the For the People Act and the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act." Kamala Harris
Sept. 1, 2021 Statement from the Vice President on New Texas Voting Restrictions Kamala Harris
Aug. 31, 2021 Tweet - "Let me be clear: We will continue to support the Afghan people through diplomacy, international influence, and humanitarian aid. We will continue to speak out for basic rights of the Afghan people -- especially women and girls -- as we do around the world." Pres. Joe Biden
Aug. 28, 2021 Tweet - "58 years ago today, hundreds of thousands of Americans marched on Washington in the name of equality, freedom, and justice. Today, we continue to fight for the right to vote. The Senate must pass the For the People Act and the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act." Kamala Harris
Aug. 26, 2021 A Proclamation on Women's Equality Day, 2021 Pres. Joe Biden
Aug. 26, 2021 VP Kamala Harris Vietnam Press Conference Transcript Kamala Harris
Aug. 25, 2021 Tweet - "Now that the House has passed John Lewis' namesake legislation, the Senate must pass the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act, making it the law of the land and protecting voters across the country." Kamala Harris
Aug. 24, 2021 Tweet - "Congressman John Lewis was an American hero who dedicated his life to fighting for our nation's highest ideals. Today, the House of Representatives honored Congressman Lewis by passing his namesake legislation, which restores and expands the historic Voting Rights Act." Kamala Harris
Aug. 23, 2021 Remarks by President Biden Welcoming the WNBA Champions, the Seattle Storm Pres. Joe Biden
Aug. 19, 2021 Statement by President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. on World Humanitarian Day Pres. Joe Biden
Aug. 18, 2021 Tweet - "Human rights must be the center of our foreign policy, not the periphery. But the way to do it is not through endless military deployments." Pres. Joe Biden
Aug. 17, 2021 Tweet - "Today, the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act was introduced in the House. It will provide @TheJusticeDept the tools it needs to protect voters against racial discrimination in voting. It is time for Congress to pass this bill and the For the People Act." Kamala Harris
Aug. 16, 2021 Remarks by President Biden on Afghanistan Pres. Joe Biden
Aug. 12, 2021 Tweet - "The right to vote is not a "Democratic" or "Republican" issue--it's an American issue." Kamala Harris
Aug. 8, 2021 Tweet - "This week, @POTUS and I met with leaders from the Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander communities. We discussed stopping anti-Asian hate crimes, passing federal legislation to protect the right to vote, and ensuring all families have the support they need." Kamala Harris
Aug. 8, 2021 Tweet - "The right to vote is fundamental, and we must do everything we can to protect it. We must pass the For the People Act and the John Lewis Voting Rights Act." Kamala Harris
Aug. 6, 2021 Tweet - "Fifty-six years ago today - surrounded by Democrats and Republicans, activists and leaders including Dr. Martin Luther King, John Lewis, and Rosa Parks - President Lyndon Baines Johnson signed the Voting Rights Act of 1965 into law." Kamala Harris
Aug. 6, 2021 Statement by Vice President Kamala Harris on the Anniversary of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 Kamala Harris
Date Title Politician
Sept. 30, 2021 A Proclamation on National Disability Employment Awareness Month, 2021 Pres.Joe Biden
Sept. 28, 2021 Vice President Harris Statement on Federal Agency Actions to Promote Voter Participation Kamala Harris
Sept. 28, 2021 Tweet - "Our nation is stronger when everyone participates, and weaker when anyone is left out. As we celebrate #NationalVoterRegistrationDay, we must continue the work of protecting the fundamental right to vote." Kamala Harris
Sept. 28, 2021 Tweet - "Today I visited @GeorgeMasonU for #NationalVoterRegistrationDay. In 2020, young people voted in record numbers. This year, over 30 anti-voter laws have passed in 18 states. These laws have cut back early voting, limited polling locations, and make it harder for people to vote." Kamala Harris
Sept. 28, 2021 Tweet - "As my friend, American hero Representative John Lewis, reminded us shortly before he passed, 'Democracy is not a state. It is an act.' This National Voter Registration Day, and every day, we are committed to defending, strengthening, and expanding the sacred right to vote." Pres.Joe Biden
Sept. 28, 2021 Tweet - "The right to vote in free and fair elections, and to have our vote counted, is a sacred and fundamental part of our nation's character. On National Voter Registration Day, I encourage all eligible Americans to make sure they are registered to vote at http://IWillVote.com" Kamala Harris
Sept. 21, 2021 Tweet - "We must defend the constitutional right of women to make decisions about their own bodies. S.B. 8 in Texas threatens that right and violates precedent set under Roe v. Wade." Kamala Harris
Sept. 21, 2021 Remarks by President Biden Before the 76th Session of the United Nations General Assembly Pres.Joe Biden
Sept. 20, 2021 Statement by President Joe Biden on the Tenth Anniversary of the Repeal of Don't Ask, Don't Tell Pres.Joe Biden
Sept. 17, 2021 Tweet - "For 50 years, @TheBlackCaucus has fought to ensure that every American has equal opportunity--and a voice in our democracy. Congratulations on this milestone. You truly are the conscience of Congress." Kamala Harris
Sept. 17, 2021 Tweet - "On this Constitution Day, we must recommit to protecting the rights enshrined in our Constitution, including the right to vote. The right to vote unlocks all other rights--and gives people a voice in our democracy." Kamala Harris
Sept. 16, 2021 Tweet - "Our Administration will always fight to defend the right of women to make decisions about their own bodies. It is non-negotiable." Kamala Harris
Sept. 16, 2021 A Proclamation on Constitution Day and Citizenship Day, and Constitution Week, 2021 Pres.Joe Biden
Sept. 15, 2021 Tweet - "This year alone, 18 states have passed 30 anti-voter laws. These laws disproportionately impact communities of color--and are designed to make it harder for people to vote. The Senate must pass the Freedom to Vote Act and the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act." Kamala Harris
Sept. 15, 2021 Statement by President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. on the International Day of Democracy Pres.Joe Biden
Sept. 15, 2021 Tweet - "Democracy is stronger when everyone participates--and is weaker when people are left out. On this International Day of Democracy, we recommit to ensure everyone has the power to determine their own future." Kamala Harris
Sept. 14, 2021 Tweet - "POTUS and I applaud the senators who came together to write the Freedom to Vote Act and we support this legislation. We must do everything we can to protect the fundamental right to vote." Kamala Harris
Sept. 14, 2021 Tweet - "To the brave LGBTQ+ service members who have served in our military--thank you. Your service and dedication to our nation have made us a safer. POTUS and I will not rest until everyone has equal protection under the law." Kamala Harris
Sept. 14, 2021 Tweet - "The sacred right to vote is under attack across the country -- and we need to take urgent action to protect it. I strongly support The Freedom to Vote Act and thank the eight Senators who came together to draft it. Let's get this passed." Pres.Joe Biden
Sept. 10, 2021 Remarks by Vice President Harris During Classroom Visit to Discuss Voting Rights Kamala Harris
Sept. 10, 2021 Tweet - "What's happening in Texas, in Georgia, and across our country with policies attacking women's rights, reproductive rights, voting rights, worker rights--Republicans think if they can win in California, they can do this anywhere. We won't let them win." Kamala Harris
Sept. 9, 2021 Remarks by Vice President Harris Before a Reproductive Rights Roundtable Kamala Harris
Sept. 7, 2021 Tweet - "We're facing an all-out assault on our democracy. We need to pass the For the People Act and the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act to protect the sacred right to vote. I urge Congress to send them to my desk immediately." Pres.Joe Biden
Sept. 7, 2021 Tweet - "The new voting law in Texas signed by Gov. Abbott is one of the most restrictive in the nation. The bill limits the options that enabled a historic number of Texans, especially citizens of color, to vote safely in our last election." Kamala Harris
Sept. 5, 2021 Tweet - "Each generation has fought to expand voting rights, and we owe it to the next generation to continue to fight for every American's right to vote and have their vote counted." Kamala Harris
Sept. 2, 2021 Statement by President Joe Biden on Supreme Court Ruling on Texas Law SB8 Pres.Joe Biden
Sept. 2, 2021 Tweet - "The Supreme Court's overnight ruling is an unprecedented assault on constitutional rights and requires an immediate response. We will launch a whole-of-government effort to respond, looking at what steps we can take to ensure that Texans have access to safe and legal abortions." Pres.Joe Biden
Sept. 2, 2021 Tweet - "The Supreme Court's ruling overnight is an unprecedented assault on constitutional rights under Roe v. Wade. Complete strangers will now be empowered to inject themselves in the most private of health decisions. The law does not even allow exceptions in cases of rape or incest." Pres.Joe Biden
Sept. 1, 2021 Tweet - "Texas law SB8 will significantly impair people's access to the health care they need--particularly for communities of color and individuals with low incomes. We are deeply committed to the constitutional right established in Roe v. Wade and will protect and defend that right." Pres.Joe Biden
Sept. 1, 2021 Tweet - "Texas law SB8 blatantly violates the constitutional right established under Roe v. Wade nearly five decades ago. It will disproportionately affect communities of color and individuals with low incomes from getting access to the health care they need. We must protect that right." Kamala Harris
Sept. 1, 2021 Statement by Vice President Harris on Texas Law SB8 Kamala Harris
Sept. 1, 2021 Tweet - "Today, a new law takes effect in Texas that directly violates the precedent established in the landmark case of Roe v. Wade. This all-out assault on reproductive health effectively bans abortion for the nearly 7 million Texans of reproductive age." Kamala Harris
Sept. 1, 2021 Tweet - "The Texas legislature passed sweeping legislation with a singular aim: making it harder for Texans to vote. Congress must act to protect voting rights for all Americans by passing the For the People Act and the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act." Kamala Harris
Sept. 1, 2021 Statement from the Vice President on New Texas Voting Restrictions Kamala Harris
Aug. 31, 2021 Tweet - "Let me be clear: We will continue to support the Afghan people through diplomacy, international influence, and humanitarian aid. We will continue to speak out for basic rights of the Afghan people -- especially women and girls -- as we do around the world." Pres.Joe Biden
Aug. 28, 2021 Tweet - "58 years ago today, hundreds of thousands of Americans marched on Washington in the name of equality, freedom, and justice. Today, we continue to fight for the right to vote. The Senate must pass the For the People Act and the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act." Kamala Harris
Aug. 26, 2021 A Proclamation on Women's Equality Day, 2021 Pres.Joe Biden
Aug. 26, 2021 VP Kamala Harris Vietnam Press Conference Transcript Kamala Harris
Aug. 25, 2021 Tweet - "Now that the House has passed John Lewis' namesake legislation, the Senate must pass the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act, making it the law of the land and protecting voters across the country." Kamala Harris
Aug. 24, 2021 Tweet - "Congressman John Lewis was an American hero who dedicated his life to fighting for our nation's highest ideals. Today, the House of Representatives honored Congressman Lewis by passing his namesake legislation, which restores and expands the historic Voting Rights Act." Kamala Harris
Aug. 23, 2021 Remarks by President Biden Welcoming the WNBA Champions, the Seattle Storm Pres.Joe Biden
Aug. 19, 2021 Statement by President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. on World Humanitarian Day Pres.Joe Biden
Aug. 18, 2021 Tweet - "Human rights must be the center of our foreign policy, not the periphery. But the way to do it is not through endless military deployments." Pres.Joe Biden
Aug. 17, 2021 Tweet - "Today, the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act was introduced in the House. It will provide @TheJusticeDept the tools it needs to protect voters against racial discrimination in voting. It is time for Congress to pass this bill and the For the People Act." Kamala Harris
Aug. 16, 2021 Remarks by President Biden on Afghanistan Pres.Joe Biden
Aug. 12, 2021 Tweet - "The right to vote is not a "Democratic" or "Republican" issue--it's an American issue." Kamala Harris
Aug. 8, 2021 Tweet - "This week, @POTUS and I met with leaders from the Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander communities. We discussed stopping anti-Asian hate crimes, passing federal legislation to protect the right to vote, and ensuring all families have the support they need." Kamala Harris
Aug. 8, 2021 Tweet - "The right to vote is fundamental, and we must do everything we can to protect it. We must pass the For the People Act and the John Lewis Voting Rights Act." Kamala Harris
Aug. 6, 2021 Tweet - "Fifty-six years ago today - surrounded by Democrats and Republicans, activists and leaders including Dr. Martin Luther King, John Lewis, and Rosa Parks - President Lyndon Baines Johnson signed the Voting Rights Act of 1965 into law." Kamala Harris
Aug. 6, 2021 Statement by Vice President Kamala Harris on the Anniversary of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 Kamala Harris
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