Hillary Scholten
@HillaryScholten
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Proud West Michigander, mother of two, and former DOJ attorney. Congresswoman for Michigan’s Third District. Follow my official office @RepScholten.
Joined March 2019
I set out to build a new political home in West Michigan, and with this decisive victory, we've proven that what we made is built to last. It truly is a new day in West Michigan. It has been the honor of my lifetime to serve you in Congress, and I'm ready to get back to work.
BREAKING: Democrat Hillary Scholten wins reelection to U.S. House in Michigan's 3rd Congressional District. #APRaceCall at 3:01 a.m. EST.
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With @justinamash vacating his seat to run for President, he's left a vacuum in this toss-up district that will either be filled by a pro-Trump extremist, or me--a proven leader. Together we can win this seat and build a better America for all, but we'll need your help.
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My. Opponent. Is. Attacking. Me. For. Wearing. A. Mask. Shameful and unbelievable. I have no words. (1/2)
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President Biden has served his country well, but for the sake of our democracy, he must pass the torch to a new candidate for the 2024 election.
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I'm running for Congress because that's what girls do. And today, I'm incredibly excited to add Senator Elizabeth Warren to our team of supporters working to "rewrite the rules of power in our country." It's never been more important that we dream big for a better future.
.@HillaryScholten knows what it means to stand up for what's right, even at personal cost. I know that she will lead from her values and make real and lasting change for the people of West Michigan. That’s why I’m proud to stand by her side in this fight.
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Here in Washington, DC with the other incoming members of the 118th Congress. We’re getting set up to hit the ground running to serve the people of West Michigan on Day One.
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What an honor to take my oath earlier this morning with my family by my side. Thank you, West Michigan. I’m here to serve, and READY to get to work!
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BREAKING—the DCCC just announced its list of vulnerable incumbents for 2024, and I’m on it. I flipped a 50-year Republican stronghold in a toss-up race. We worked hard to win this seat, and now we have to protect what we won.
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UNBELIEVABLE. John Gibbs just backed out of ANOTHER debate. We just heard Gibbs backed out of a live audience education forum we both agreed on in Muskegon next week. He won’t answer voters’ questions. From parents. About their kids' education. Unreal. I’ll be there, Muskegon.
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Today I'm excited to announce that I'm running for Congress in the brand new #MI03! As a former attorney for the DOJ, a mother of 2, and an invested member in my church and community, I’ve got the experience + vision to lead West Michigan forward. I hope you'll join me!
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There's no path to the presidency without West Michigan. Help me raise for @KamalaHarris and support my West Michigan battleground House seat in the process. We'll need a democratic majority to help our POTUS deliver important wins, on healthcare, reproductive rights, and
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It’s official, our race has moved from Toss up —> Lean D! . We’re flipping this seat from RED to BLUE! The energy and momentum on the ground in West Michigan is palpable. We are ready for change. We are ready to make history this November!.
NEW at @CookPolitical: five House rating changes. Notably, #NE02 Rep. Don Bacon (R) moves from Likely R to Toss Up and #MI03 OPEN (R) moves from Toss Up to Lean D as Dems show signs of life. Full analysis:
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I am a woman, a mother, a Christian. I’m pro-woman, pro-child, pro-choice. And I’m going to make sure we hold the House majority in 2022 by flipping this Biden+9 seat Blue. Give a like or a follow, and chip in whatever you can.
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Thank you to everyone who came out today! It was great to meet with @PeteButtigieg, @Chasten, @mayorbliss and so many energized voters. We’ve got 15 days left and we need your help to win this race. #GOTV #VotinforScholten
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I’m running for Congress in a Republican-held open seat where polling has us in a statistical tie. Chip in to my Democratic campaign so we can beat a guy who attacks his opponent for wearing a mask. (2/2).
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Ladies and gentlemen, todays @GOP. The assault on women’s rights is in full force. Not on my watch.
NEW: John Gibbs, a top GOP congressional candidate ran a think tank in the early 2000s that argued against women's right to vote, being in the workplace, and government. He also repeatedly praised an organization trying to repeal women's right to vote.
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I came to Washington to get things done for West Michigan. The Republican chaos is wasting everyone’s time, preventing us from getting to work and has real consequences.
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The DeVos family has already poured tens of thousands of dollars into my Republican opponent's race. But we know our grassroots campaign can beat them. Can you make a matched contribution to our emergency fund to flip this seat?
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Thank you, @RepMeijer! I’m grateful for your service to this country. I look forward to working with you to continue the tradition of service-oriented leadership that has defined West Michigan for decades.
Just got off the phone with @hillaryscholten to congratulate her on her win in #MI03. Let’s welcome her as West Michigan’s newest Representative (and first congresswoman!) for the success of our district. (1/2).
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This weekend was the 1 year anniversary of the passage of the Women’s Health Protection Act through the House. Since then, women’s rights are under attack like never before. When I’m elected, I’ll do everything I can to codify Roe + secure women’s rights for generations to come.
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There were so many directions the co-chair of @MIGOP could have taken her leadership on this day remembrance, and yet she chose homophobia, division, hate, and perpetuating a trope that being a girl is an insult. We're choosing love and unity here today, and every day.
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Women are the most powerful voting block in the country, yet only make up 28% of Congress. It’s beyond time for West Michigan to send a woman to Washington–someone who knows what communities across MI-03 need. I’m ready.
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I’m honestly still beaming from that rally!! Thanks for showing up, West Michigan!
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What an honor to host @PeteButtigieg in Grand Rapids this morning. I’ve known Pete for a while—and I instantly connected with him on the importance of practical, service-oriented leadership. It’s so important that we elect leaders that always put people over politics.
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I am in the final week of one of the most competitive races in the country. And if the Presidential election is contested & goes to the House, my 1st vote could determine the presidency. We must win this seat - for the House & the White House. Join me:
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Tomorrow, we’ll show the country what West Michigan is really about–and we’ll send the first pro-choice woman from this side of the state to U.S. Congress.
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My @GOP opponent doesn’t want women to vote. Let’s send him a message and put the first woman in Congress from MI-03.
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I've heard from Republicans and Democrats alike at my town halls and one thing is certain: higher costs and a crashing stock market are not what people voted for.
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What an honor to host Rep.@AdamSchiff today. His work on the Jan. 6th committee has been focused, determined, and essential for ensuring that we never repeat the mistakes of the past. Our Democracy is worth the fight - we must protect it from enemies foreign and domestic.
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Congratulations to my friend and our senator-elect, @ElissaSlotkin!. No matter what lies ahead, I look forward to continuing our work together on behalf of ALL Michiganders.
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If Roe v. Wade is overturned–against the wishes of over 60% of voters–safe & legal abortions will become criminal in Michigan. This is - without a doubt - the issue that convinced me to run again. 1/3.
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This is a time for moral clarity and courage. Donald Trump is in Grand Rapids for the third election cycle to make his closing arguments. West Michigan, we know better than to believe his lies. Proud to stand alongside courageous leaders like @stabenow, @UptonForAllOfUs, and
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We have stopped an anti-woman, anti-democracy candidates in West Michigan before. We’re ready to do it again. #LetWomenVote
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It’s common sense. As a mother of two young boys, I won’t accept this new normal of active shooter drills and gun violence in our country. Proud to receive the @MomsDemand candidate distinction to be a voice for common-sense gun safety reforms.
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With Jesse going door to door to drop off some lit on this blustery Sunday afternoon. Give us a wave if you see us! 👋
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Desperate and divisive attack ads started against us this week. They attack us because we are winning—and because our message of unity and courage is more powerful than their message of division and hate. We won’t be distracted from showing up for the people of West Michigan.
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My opponent is too focused on pedaling his crazy conspiracy theories with Steve Bannon to answer to the people of West Michigan—I’ll always keep my promise. I’ll see you next Tuesday, West Michigan. Read my statement on Gibbs backing out of the debate below.
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I’m part of a freshman class who raised their hands to run after the January 6 insurrection. We knew what we were getting into—and we are committed to doing the work to bring our country together.
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So excited to attend Muskegon’s FIRST ever #Pride festival! . We’re going to make history together this fall when we send an LGBTQ+ champion to Congress from West Michigan!
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Out knocking on doors in Grand Haven today. I’ll be honest, I never thought I’d see this kind of enthusiasm in Ottawa County—but it’s here, and it’s real. In just 3 days, we’re going to make history and send a strong message about who we are and what we stand for here in W MI.
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@justinamash Tonight, @justinamash tried to argue that voting against a bill designed to punish those involved in lynchings is actually good for communities of color, because of. states' rights -- the same defense segregationists used for 100 years to stop lynching laws.
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Tonight, I answered questions from people in the community about adult education and school funding. My opponent was supposed to be there, but he didn’t show up—again. My priorities are with the voters. Always.
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This is what today’s Republican party has become. It’s disgusting, vile, and cruel. And it’s why good-hearted West Michiganders are rejecting it in droves.
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Ratings change alert–Sabato’s now says MI-03 “tilts Democratic.” This change affirms what I see on the ground every day. West Michiganders are ready for change, and they’re ready to elect the first Democratic woman from this side of the state in November.
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ICYMI: We had such a successful day canvassing last week — shoutout fellow Michigander @PeteButtigieg for firing us up and joining us out in the community to canvass for @JohnforMI. We're putting in the work to make sure we reach every voter in these last few days!
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Thank you @PeteButtigieg for your partnership in this race and for coming out to #MI03. We are proud of what we’re building here and excited to have your support. 🙌🏼
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In my opinion, the women of West Michigan deserve a representative who doesn’t have to clarify her stance on the 19th amendment. #VoteScholten
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From Grand Rapids to Detroit, Michigan is FIRED UP for @KamalaHarris and @Tim_Walz. Let’s go win this thing in November!
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This isn’t the end of our fight for low cost, accessible health care, clean water, and an economy that works for everyone. I am honored by your incredible support and enthusiasm.
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Donut you want to send the first woman from this district to Congress?
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Ope, sorry to bother you! Can I count on your vote to save our democracy?
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Ladies--this is why we do not let politicians make choices for our bodies. Sir. do you know how this [gestures wildly] works?!?.
Reporter: Do you have a reaction to the Alabama Supreme Court ruling?. GOP Sen. Tuberville: I was all for it. We need to have more kids. Reporter: But IVF is used to have more children and IVF services are paused at some clinics
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Blown away by this turnout. Folks, the momentum is on our side—and we’re only getting started.
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Right now Trump is holding a press conference in my backyard about immigration. Bold move for someone who just killed a bipartisan border deal so he can talk about it more. Trump is taking advantage of our community in a time of tragedy. But he’s all talk and no action.
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We are SO on this!! We're actually already enlisting helpers to make a stockpile of election day friendship bracelets. Let us know if you want to help!.
In Response to right wing commentator Charlie Kirk claiming Taylor Swift will lead to a spike in young women voting, swifties are now planning to make friendships bracelets (as Taylor’s fandom does for her concerts) for polling locations and voter registration. I love this 💙🗳️
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@justinamash It doesn't take 13 tweets to explain my position on lynching. It's hateful, disgusting, and wrong.
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Unbelievable turnout downtown at GR City Hall—mostly first time voters!
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Brutal for Gibbs, even more brutal for the women of America that this guy is the new poster child for @GOP.
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This vote is just the latest example of @RepAmash's extreme ideology standing in the way of doing what's right. I'm running to be a leader who will stand up for the values of people here in West Michigan. That means saying unequivocally that lynching was -- and is -- wrong.
House passes historic anti-lynching bill after Congress’s century of failure
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It’s election eve and the choice in MI-03 is crystal clear. My opponent continues to deny the results of the 2020 election and spreads conspiracy theories. I’m a fourth generation West Michigan mom who’s got her sleeves rolled up and is ready to get to work for us all.
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Jesse and I greeted voters at precincts across Grand Rapids and Wyoming this morning–I’m so inspired by the energy on the ground. West Michigan is ready for something new.
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Here, @CLFSuperPAC, fixed it for ya!. ❗️worked at the nation’s top law enforcement agency. ❗️only candidate to be endorsed by law enforcement in this race. ❗️ proven leader, community-builder and unifier . ❗️and that’s not even me in your picture…
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This is what it looks like when a district moves from a Trump+3 to a Biden+8. Brand new district, brand new day! . We’re going to give everything we’ve got towards flipping this seat - will you join us?
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Disgusting. How can we expect a man who disrespects our service members to be Commander-in-Chief?. I condemn this behavior with every fiber of my being, and I hope my Republican colleagues will do the same.
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My statement on my opponent’s refusal to debate.
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Amazing turnout at our pro-choice canvass. Sorry we couldn’t fit everyone in the photo! Wow. If you would have told me 10 years ago that it would be standing room only at a pro-choice event in West Michigan, I wouldn’t have believed it. Momentum is on our side!
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Congratulations to the Buttigiegs on Mayor Pete’s historic nomination. We’re eager for Pete’s leadership on critical transportation issues. @Chasten and @PeteButtigieg!
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This campaign is building something new in West Michigan—a broad coalition of Democrats, Independents, and Republicans who want a representative who will lead with integrity and accountability. We’re fired up and ready to win.
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I'm full of gratitude today. For family, friends and the honor of getting to represent our wonderful community in the U.S. Congress. I look forward to our shared work together to build a stronger, more equitable community for all. From my family to yours, Happy Thanksgiving!
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From my family to yours, Merry Christmas. I hope everyone is able to spend some time with family and friends this holiday season! Stay warm and stay safe.
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Wishing @KamalaHarris a happy birthday! You’re making history as you work towards a future worthy of our great nation – I hope today is filled with as much joy as you bring to others!
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Voting has never been easier in Michigan! Cast my ballot on my way to DC to vote! Don’t forget to vote by 8pm tomorrow!
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My thoughts and prayers and, most importantly, my actions are with the victims, witnesses, and loved ones who were impacted by the violence at Club Q in Colorado Springs. Hate has no home in our country.
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Join us tomorrow at 9am for a canvass launch with Pete Buttigieg! Find information and sign up at the link here:
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When I was an attorney with the DOJ under President Obama, I took an oath to defend the Constitution from all enemies, foreign and domestic. But I never thought the danger would have been the President of the United States.
NEW - NYT got hold of two memos related to a Trump slate of electors, which began as part of the Wisconsin lawsuit and morphed into a component of the Giuliani strategy for alternate electors
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I’ll always protect a woman’s right to choose, and I’ll always show up to answer the questions of voters in West Michigan.
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Literally, do not come for our rights. We're serious guys. Congratulations @MarilynForAL !!.
BREAKING: Democrat @marilynforAL has defeated Republican Teddy Powell, who just conceded in the special election for Alabama House District 10, a Huntsville-area swing district, by what looks like will be a pretty big margin (district was Trump +1, Doug Jones +5 in 2020)
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Top-notch reporting by these talented women journalists. What an embarrassment for our community that this is the content. Gibbs says he “doesn't want to talk about it anymore.” But we have SO MANY more questions, and voters deserve answers. (1/2)
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My opponent and his party support cutting Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security. Every day I talk to hard-working families and seniors struggling to stay afloat during hard times. I won’t let greedy politicians yank away their life preserver and sell it to the highest bidder.
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Thank you, West Michigan. Now more than ever, I’m ready to get back to work.
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A week into the second Trump Administration, and I know many of you are either glued to the news or trying to stay far away from it. Either way, here’s what you need to know — Republicans have shown us who their priorities are: the ultra wealthy oligarchy and anti-American.
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Congratulations one and all. 🇺🇸.
The line for this morning’s naturalization ceremony for new citizens in Grand Rapids
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MI-03 is Ground Zero in the fight for the future of our democracy. Every day I connect with voters about the most crucial issues of our time--healthcare, protecting our environment, ending horrible and inhumane immigration practices. 1/2.
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West Michigan is ready for change. What an honor to stand side by side with so many incredible leaders today at GVSU. We’re going to win big on Election Day, because we’re building something new.
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Incredible youth turnout at GVSU—huge numbers showed up to register today. Register and vote!.
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There’s no way I’d rather start this monumental day than to join the Congressional Bipartisan Prayer Service in Washington, DC with my family this morning. My faith grounds me, and motivates me to lead with a humble heart and a service-oriented perspective.
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Republicans are making a mockery of our Congress. Every hour they waste with grandstanding, we’re not…. —Investing critical infrastructure dollars. —Passing funding for small businesses. —Supporting working families. I’m ready to get to work.
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This is about country over party. It's the West Michigan way.
The daughter of former President Gerald R. Ford has come out to endorse Vice President Kamala Harris.
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It’s time to send an LGBTQ+ advocate from West Michigan to Congress. My opponent wants to send LGBTQ+ people back to the stone age. My promise to the LGBTQ+ community in West Michigan and across the country: you have an ally in me.
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It was an honor today to be joined by family, friends, and supporters at our swearing-in ceremony in Grand Rapids.
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No better way to start the day than a regular walk and talk with @WinnieBrinks about moving West Michigan forward.
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Today, we’re announcing a groundbreaking slate of endorsements from Republicans and Independents that are crossing the aisle to endorse our campaign. Read my statement about the endorsements below.
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Yikes. Nothing family friendly about this content. Unfit to govern.
🚨 When speaking to voters today, MI GOP gubernatorial candidate Tudor Dixon invoked graphic kidnap and murder plot imagery––making light of the plot against Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's life. 🚨 via @GrantHermes.
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The John Gibbs scandal is now making INTERNATIONAL news. As a leader in the free world, the U.S. cannot let this kind of anti-democratic sentiment take hold. There’s so much on the line this November, including our national reputation. #letwomenvote.
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We need to talk more about what it means to be fully pro-choice. When women feel that abortion is the only option, that’s no choice at all! When I’m in Congress, I’ll fight for choice.
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Thank you @justinamash for standing with us in our fight for a better democracy. My opponent's latest attack against me won't go unchecked. I'll never apologize for defending refugees fleeing religious persecution. We can't late hatred and division win. That is not who we are.
Speaking of #MI03, I hate the negative ads coming from both sides, but the recent NRCC ads against @HillaryScholten are particularly bad. Protecting civil liberties is a good thing. These hyperbolic ads embrace the same demagoguery used to justify all sorts of government abuses.
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