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Andy Beshear
@andybeshear· Democratic · KY· Jun 28, 2026

This is a serious flooding event, where teams have already had to conduct multiple water rescues from vehicles and homes across the commonwealth.

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Andy Beshear
@andybeshear· Democratic · KY· Jun 27, 2026

We’ve sadly already received reports of fatalities that we are working to confirm, and we need everyone to stay alert and do what’s needed to keep each other safe.

kentuckylantern.com
Jared Polis
@jaredpolis· Democratic · CO· Jun 27, 2026

Supporting Coloradans who rely on taxpayer-funded SNAP benefits to make healthy choices, including avoiding sugary drinks, is an important way to improve health and lower healthcare costs.

coloradonewsline.com
Jared Polis
@jaredpolis· Democratic · CO· Jun 27, 2026

I’m disappointed in this ruling, which will lead to higher diabetes rates and more tooth decay and dental bills for people.

coloradonewsline.com
Kathy Hochul
@kathyhochul· Democratic · NY· Jun 27, 2026

We have a long, long history of standing up for people who are oppressed, who need our help.

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Kathy Hochul
@kathyhochul· Democratic · NY· Jun 27, 2026

We're banning masks for immigration enforcers as well as anyone who wears a badge. We should know who you are.

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Kathy Hochul
@kathyhochul· Democratic · NY· Jun 27, 2026

Today, hundreds of thousands of individuals woke up with this dread, this fear in their hearts because their rights are being abandoned by the Trump administration and the Supreme Court of the United States.

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Kathy Hochul
@kathyhochul· Democratic · NY· Jun 27, 2026

Making sure students have access to healthy meals improves their mental wellbeing and their academic performance.

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Kathy Hochul
@kathyhochul· Democratic · NY· Jun 27, 2026

It’s simple: No kid should go hungry, which is why we introduced free school meals statewide,

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Kathy Hochul
@kathyhochul· Democratic · NY· Jun 27, 2026

The Empire State Service Corps supports local communities across New York State, while engaging students in meaningful paid service opportunities.

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Kathy Hochul
@kathyhochul· Democratic · NY· Jun 27, 2026

For those experiencing homelessness, supportive services and a stable home can be life-changing.

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Kathy Hochul
@kathyhochul· Democratic · NY· Jun 27, 2026

These smart investments will strengthen vital upstate travel corridors for everyone – businesses, commuters, college students, residents, and visitors alike.

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Tim Kaine
@timkaine· Democratic · VA· Jun 27, 2026

Additive manufacturing in defense technologies has enormous capacity to boost our military readiness by enabling us to quickly develop parts and munitions and strengthen our supply chains. Virginia is home to many innovative additive…

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Mark R. Warner
@markrwarner· VA· Jun 27, 2026

Outcomes-Based Financing is a promising way to finance higher education and a more desirable alternative to high-interest student loans.

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Mike Rounds
@mikerounds· Republican · SD· Jun 27, 2026

I firmly believe that this year’s NDAA takes great strides to secure our nation and put us in a position to fight away games rather than on our own soil.

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Mike Rounds
@mikerounds· Republican · SD· Jun 27, 2026

Dismemberment abortions are among the most brutal methods of abortion, accounting for around 80% of second trimester abortions.

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Mark Warner
@markwarner· Democratic · VA· Jun 27, 2026

Outcomes-Based Financing is a promising way to finance higher education and a more desirable alternative to high-interest student loans.

young.senate.gov
Maggie Hassan
@maggiehassan· Democratic · NH· Jun 27, 2026

Rural America depends on the post office for a lot of things. The last mile delivery is critically important.

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Maggie Hassan
@maggiehassan· Democratic · NH· Jun 27, 2026

On time delivery for first-class mail in the New Hampshire region has fallen by more than 10 percentage points over the last eight years and is now more than five percentage points below the postal service's own target of 87%.

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Maggie Hassan
@maggiehassan· Democratic · NH· Jun 27, 2026

This un-American plan will inevitably result in some law-abiding U.S. citizens not being able to receive the ballots they're entitled to and reduce citizen participation in our democracy.

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Wes Moore
@wesmoore· Democratic · MD· Jun 27, 2026

Maryland’s federal delegation is strong, and together we are showing up as a united front to ensure no Marylander is left behind.

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Angus King
@angusking· Independent · ME· Jun 27, 2026

We’re not going to balance budgets on the back of veterans’ benefits.

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Angus King
@angusking· Independent · ME· Jun 27, 2026

These cuts would strip disabled veterans of earned compensation and health care benefits – they should be rejected outright.

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