What Republicans are doing is engaging in psychological warfare against the American people and acting as if that is the way you are supposed to govern.
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We owe it to our constituents to be as bold as possible. I look forward to continuing to work with the White House, tenant advocates, and Congress to pass legislation like my Emergency Price Stabilization Act to create a future where housing really is a human right.
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We need actions that will address skyrocketing housing costs, keep people housed, and end corporate profiteering. We’re letting corporate landlords make insane profits at the expense of renters. It’s another example of how our plantation capitalist system operates.
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But as I and 50 lawmakers outlined in our recent letter, I believe that the Administration can go significantly further to help tenants struggling to pay rent as soon as next week.
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Housing is a human right. No one should be unhoused in the wealthiest nation on Earth or have to choose between paying rent and basic needs. Tenants cannot afford their rent. That’s why @SenWarren and I asked @POTUS for executive action to protect renters from price gouging rent.
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For too long, elected officials have ignored renters, siding with the landlord lobby instead. I see this announcement as a turning point in the right direction and I look forward to working with the Administration on the next steps outlined in this blueprint.
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Today, following a letter that and I led to the White House and months of tenant advocacy, we are seeing take the first steps toward reining in a rental market that prioritizes people over profits. Check it out ⬇️
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The senseless violence and hatred needs to end. On a day meant for celebration we're yet again mourning the loss of life.
I'm standing with our AAPI community. Everyone deserves to celebrate without fearing for their lives.
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It was an honor to join today to help him announce plans to secure funding so Southwest Yonkers can finally have access to the resources it needs to create greenspace, bike paths, better access to public transportation, and more.
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I was so enraged I didn’t correct the spell check!
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Rom DeSantis wants to ban our history.
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Tenants are still struggling and need to be listening to them as we design our policies.
must take action to protect working Americans from the devastating effects of price gouging rent.
Let's get it done ✊🏿
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If you missed our town hall the other day you can watch it here: fb.watch/i9e2px-4YT/?mi
My team and I introduced ourselves to the new parts of NY-16, went over our legislative priorities, and went over how we can assist you with federal agencies.
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We cannot continue to let members of Congress be controlled by dark money and corporations.
That's why I'm a cosponsor on the Democracy for All Amendment, which would overturn Citizens United v. FEC.
Americans deserve representatives who aren't influenced by dark money.
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BREAKING: We've introduced a constitutional amendment to overturn Citizens United and the irresponsible SCOTUS decisions that came before it.
Unrestricted dark money has no place in our elections or democracy. We need to return power to people. Once and for all.
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Community schools are the future of our public school system and we need to continue to support their growth.
Check out these resources the put out to help community school leaders learn about what funding is available to them.
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The White House is weighing a range of actions to expand tenant protections, including sealing eviction records, standardizing fair leases and taking on abusive corporate landlords.
Progressives like and want the WH to go further:
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We're honoring and celebrating Colonel Johnnie Pantanelli and her incredible accomplishments. NY-16 was lucky to have her as part of our community, may she rest in peace.
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You can join us right now!
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Our first town hall of the year is coming up next week! You'll have the opportunity to hear from myself and my team about our 2023 priorities and the services we offer our constituents.
If you're new to our district, welcome to NY-16, and if you've been here, welcome back!
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Today on #MLKDay let us recommit and center our work on the values and future that he believed in to better serve our communities and our country.
We must uplift Dr. King's ideals of unconditional love and unarmed truth in all of the work we do.
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The rent is too damn high.
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Check it out! We secured over $20 million for incredible community projects in NY-16.
Excited to see our community thrive and grow. Let's go!
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The housing movement is on fire, and we’re bringing that energy to Congress! 🔥 Thank you to the organizers fighting the good fight for rent caps, good cause eviction (shoutout NY!), and affordable housing for all!
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It’s 2023 and the rent is still too damn high.
Yesterday @RepBowman and @SenWarren led a letter to @POTUS urging executive action to combat rent gouging. The #HomesGuarantee is one of 80+ groups supporting the call. Big thanks to our champs in Congress for their leadership.
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Renters across the country are being crushed by ever-rising housing costs. and I are asking the Biden administration to take a whole-of-government approach to bring down rents for American families.
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Housing is a human right. No one should be unhoused in the wealthiest nation on Earth or have to choose between paying rent and basic needs. Tenants cannot afford their rent. That’s why @SenWarren and I asked @POTUS for executive action to protect renters from price gouging rent.
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We need a serious national conversation on China policy - not more xenophobia, Cold War posturing, and scapegoating from the GOP. Why would anyone trust them to lead responsibly on this important issue? I am voting NO on their push for a new Select Committee.
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Corporate price gouging of hardworking families has made the cost of rent skyrocket in communities across America—and it’s imperative that @POTUS & the administration take action to lower costs.
Proud to join @RepBowman in this effort to protect tenants & keep families housed. twitter.com/RepBowman/stat…
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Our first town hall of the year is coming up next week! You'll have the opportunity to hear from myself and my team about our 2023 priorities and the services we offer our constituents.
If you're new to our district, welcome to NY-16, and if you've been here, welcome back!
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Thanks for all of your awesome work on protecting tenants!
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We are proud to join @RepBowman, @SenWarren, and over 80 groups in urging the Biden Administration to crack down on rent-gouging and protect tenants. twitter.com/RepBowman/stat…
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There are still 7000 who are waiting for a fair contract and going on strike today.
I'm tired of living in the wealthiest country in the world, yet the we never have enough money for those who save lives.
Nurses need a fair contract NOW!
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I grew up in rent controlled apartments and public housing, and that housing stability is what allows me to be here today. I’m grateful to my colleagues and organizers who are fighting to ensure everyone has access to high-quality, affordable housing.
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Housing is a human right. No one should be unhoused in the wealthiest nation on Earth or have to choose between paying rent and basic needs. Tenants cannot afford their rent. That’s why and I asked for executive action to protect renters from price gouging rent.
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Hey 👋🏿 You’re right it’s crazy! Companies are raising prices when they don’t have to just for profit. Taking advantage of working people.
I introduced the Emergency Price Stabilization Act to fix this.
Really need your help to get other congresspeople to support.
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2 years ago today our Capitol was under attack by white supremacists and Members of Congress who refused to certify the election results of President Biden.
January 6th was an attack on our democracy and the American people. We must always fight to protect our democracy.
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We should be making our asylum process easier for our most vulnerable, not expanding Trump-era immigration policies that disproportionately harm Black and Brown immigrants. I stand with my constituents and advocates fighting for a humane immigration system, we must do better.
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STATEMENT: In response to @POTUS' immigration announcement today, our Co-Director of Organizing @YariMendez05 said:
"The President’s immigration announcement is more like ‘crumbs and batons’ than ‘carrots and sticks.’"
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BREAKING: Trump comes in last place in the Speakers race.
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The chaos over the last two days has been manufactured by the Republican Party. They are incapable of governing.
We cannot introduce or pass legislation, and our staff and committee staff might not get paid until Republicans get their act together.
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Our good mood is continuing into day 2! @GOPLeader still doesn't have the votes.
The Republican party is a mess!
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