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Eleanor Holmes Norton

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Eleanor Holmes Norton is an American attorney and politician serving as the U.S. Representative for the District of Columbia since 1991. A member of the Democratic Party, she has been a strong advocate for D.C. statehood and local autonomy. Throughout her tenure, Norton has focused on issues such as civil rights, education, and public safety, often emphasizing the unique challenges faced by residents of the District of Columbia. She has been vocal against federal interference in local governance, arguing for the rights of D.C. residents to have representation and control over their own affairs.

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Sep 28, 2021

How does the Biden Administration's new strategy help to better equip the Federal Government in its fight against white supremacist and other far-right violence?

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Sep 28, 2021

The Trump Administration's obsession with antifa hindered Federal law enforcement's attempts to counter the rising tide of right-wing violence.

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Sep 28, 2021

there is no evidence that left-wing groups were linked to the attack on the Capitol, but said that the individuals there were tied to white supremacy and right-wing militia extremism.

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Sep 28, 2021

It is important to look at what kind of domestic violent extremism most threatens Americans.

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Sep 27, 2021

As we work to build a transportation system that is better, more innovative, sustainable, and equitable, we must ensure that the Federal Government is a strong partner for those operating ferry service.

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Sep 22, 2021

When FAA Administrator Steve Dickson announced that there would be a zero-tolerance policy on January 13, he was recognizing that there was a new threat here.

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Sep 22, 2021

I took note of the fact that the FAA Administrator, Steve Dickson, had issued an order enforcing, whatever that means, a zero-tolerance policy against violent or threatening passengers.

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Jul 28, 2021

The only rational conclusion that we can draw is that this is an attempt at voter suppression.

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Jul 28, 2021

this hearing on voter suppression means a great deal to me and to them.

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Jul 28, 2021

I appreciate that you set target dates, and that, apparently, these dates are being adhered to.

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Jul 28, 2021

Thank you, Mr. Chairman, and thank you for this important hearing.

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Jul 28, 2021

I very much appreciate this hearing, as we try to focus on what we have learned for the future.

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Jul 28, 2021

I can only thank you that your own extraordinary steps have educated the rest of the country on just how important voting is.

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Jul 26, 2021

I urge passage of S. 272, and I yield back the balance of my time. The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. Kahele). The question is on the motion offered by the gentlewoman from the District of Columbia (Ms. Norton) that the House suspend the rules…

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Jul 26, 2021

If the gentleman from Pennsylvania has no further speakers, I am prepared to close, and I reserve the balance of my time.

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Jul 26, 2021

I strongly support this bill and urge my colleagues to do the same. I yield back the balance of my time. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The question is on the motion offered by the gentlewoman from the District of Columbia (Ms. Norton) that the…

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Jul 26, 2021

I urge passage of H.R. 3599, and I yield back the balance of my time. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The question is on the motion offered by the gentlewoman from the District of Columbia (Ms. Norton) that the House suspend the rules and pass…

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Jul 26, 2021

I urge passage of the bill, and I yield back the balance of my time. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The question is on the motion offered by the gentlewoman from the District of Columbia (Ms. Norton) that the House suspend the rules and pass the…

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Jul 26, 2021

I urge passage of H.R. 2485, and I yield back the balance of my time. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The question is on the motion offered by the gentlewoman from the District of Columbia (Ms. Norton) that the House suspend the rules and pass…

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Jul 26, 2021

I urge passage of H.R. 1204, and I yield back the balance of my time. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The question is on the motion offered by the gentlewoman from the District of Columbia (Ms. Norton) that the House suspend the rules and pass…

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Jul 26, 2021

I urge passage of H.R. 3533, and I yield back the balance of my time. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The question is on the motion offered by the gentlewoman from the District of Columbia (Ms. Norton) that the House suspend the rules and pass…

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Jul 26, 2021

I urge passage of H.R. 2617, and I yield back the balance of my time. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The question is on the motion offered by the gentlewoman from the District of Columbia (Ms. Norton) that the House suspend the rules and pass…

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Jul 26, 2021

With a detailed poll showing that 54 percent of the American people now support statehood for our Nation's capital, the District of Columbia, we are optimistic about passage in the Senate of H.R. 51. I thank the House for passage of our…

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Jul 26, 2021

If the gentleman from Pennsylvania has no further speakers, I am prepared to close.

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Jul 26, 2021

I thank my good friend for yielding. Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong support of S. 848, the Consider Teachers Act of 2021. I introduced the companion bill with Congresswoman Victoria Spartz. I would like to thank Senators Mike Braun and…

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