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Debbie Wasserman Schultz

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Debbie Wasserman Schultz is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for Florida's 23rd congressional district since 2005. A member of the Democratic Party, she has held various leadership roles, including serving as the chair of the Democratic National Committee from 2011 to 2016. Throughout her tenure, Wasserman Schultz has focused on issues such as healthcare, education, and women's rights, advocating for policies that aim to improve the lives of her constituents. She has been an outspoken advocate for gun control and has worked on legislation addressing the needs of veterans and military families.

Jun 7, 2022

Mr. Speaker, I thank the gentleman for yielding. And I congratulate him on this incredible work product and a remarkable career. I rise today in support of H.R. 7776, the Water Resources Development Act. This bill will advance the economic…

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Jun 7, 2022

Marketing mass killing machines to a civilian customer base by using imagery and words that suggests that is the purpose of their product is gross and immoral.

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Jun 7, 2022

It is clear who gunmakers are marketing to.

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Jun 7, 2022

Gun manufacturers didn't always market weapons to civilians, and, until recently, trade shows didn't make military-style guns available to the general public.

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Jun 7, 2022

Without meaningful gun reform, students are forced to practice mass shooting drills.

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May 24, 2022

I am angry, I am in disbelief to be here once again.

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May 24, 2022

It is a senseless attack. It is absolutely heartbreaking, but it isn't anything new.

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May 18, 2022

Mr. Speaker, I thank the gentleman for yielding, and for both gentlemen's remarks. Mr. Speaker, 17 years ago, the first legislation I passed as a Member of Congress declared the month of May as Jewish American Heritage Month, or JAHM, and…

Congressional Record · 2022-05-18
May 18, 2022

This is not about enhancing parental authorities. It is a direct attack on the LGBTQ+ community that will adversely affect the health and well-being of thousands of Florida students.

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May 18, 2022

Governor DeSantis is bringing a brand of authoritarianism to Florida that Putin, Maduro, or Castro would applaud.

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May 18, 2022

It is not enough to just describe Ron DeSantis as a culture warrior. We should call him what he is, a tyrant who is using his position and power to install repressive and hateful policies in Florida.

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