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Bobby Rush

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Bobby Rush is a former U.S. Representative from Illinois, serving from January 5, 1993, to January 3, 2021. A member of the Democratic Party, Rush was known for his advocacy on issues related to children's safety and consumer protection. He worked closely with colleagues to strengthen agencies responsible for safeguarding children and emphasized the need for legislative changes to ensure the safety of products available to families. Rush's tenure in Congress was marked by his commitment to social justice and community empowerment, reflecting his deep roots in the civil rights movement.

May 21, 2019

This bill will provide enormous help to my constituents, and it goes beyond just the empty rhetoric and partisan posturing.

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May 21, 2019

the President told the Speaker and the other Democratic leaders there that they had a choice of either investigations or infrastructure.

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May 16, 2019

Mr. Chairman, I thank the full committee chairman for giving me this time. Mr. Chairman, I am proud, on behalf of the people of the First District of Illinois, to rise today in support of H.R. 987, which includes my legislation, the…

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May 8, 2019

Meaning no disrespect. You are on a hard deadline here.

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May 8, 2019

many of these proposed cuts are nonstarters, as far as I am concerned, as these reductions would severely impact federally funded investments in clean energy research and development, harming our economy and global status

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May 8, 2019

Will you commit to this committee that you will make sure that we receive the data in a timely fashion?

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May 8, 2019

I must say that you are on a hard deadline.

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May 8, 2019

As you can imagine, many of these proposed cuts are nonstarters as far as I am concerned as these reductions would severely impact federally funded investment in clean energy research and development, harming our economy and global status…

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May 8, 2019

The energy workforce overall is currently dominated by older, white, male workers.

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May 8, 2019

This committee has been very focused on how we can lower drug prices and it is a top concern for my neighbors back home.

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