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Robin Kelly

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Robin Lynne Kelly is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for Illinois's 2nd congressional district since 2013. A member of the Democratic Party, she has focused on issues such as healthcare, gun control, and economic development throughout her tenure. Kelly has been an advocate for policies aimed at improving the lives of her constituents and addressing systemic inequalities. She has also been vocal on national issues, often expressing her views on the actions of former President Trump and other significant legislative matters.

Quotes by year · 2009–2026514 total · peak 2019 (153)
2009: 5 quotes2010: 1 quote2011: 3 quotes2014: 10 quotes2015: 61 quotes2016: 19 quotes2017: 69 quotes2018: 35 quotes2019: 153 quotes2020: 45 quotes2021: 69 quotes2022: 34 quotes2023: 3 quotes2024: 1 quote2025: 1 quote2026: 5 quotes
Mar 5, 2019

Report after report from technology companies continue to show a lack of diversity in their workforces.

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Mar 5, 2019

I am glad that this subcommittee is committed to addressing the issue of diversity in tech.

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Mar 5, 2019

Approximately 20 million Americans have gained health coverage through the laws' various coverage protections.

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Mar 5, 2019

Leadership instability at the VA as a major risk factor.

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Mar 5, 2019

I'm concerned that the VA is failing to make progress on reforms that are desperately needed to better serve our veterans.

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Feb 25, 2019

I am just concerned about the future because I have seen these studies that, you know, going forward we won't be able to do these important health outcome studies in the EU.

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Feb 25, 2019

As we have heard, repeated news stories about breaches and data collection malpractice have shown that it is time for Federal privacy legislation.

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Feb 12, 2019

These junk plans could unwittingly leave, as we have heard, families on the hook for thousands of dollars of healthcare costs.

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Feb 12, 2019

The Trump administration has recklessly expanded junk health plans that do not offer comprehensive coverage.

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Feb 5, 2019

I am here today to urge Congress to pass immediately meaningful gun reform legislation.

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Feb 5, 2019

I want to thank Congresswoman Robin Kelly for arranging this opportunity.

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Sep 26, 2018

The United States should not step back from engaging and pushing countries to adopt open markets and good government practices.

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Sep 26, 2018

I was disappointed to see the President's request of foreign assistance for this region represent a 28 percent decrease.

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Sep 25, 2018

Something that has always been a concern to me--and part of it is when I go back to my district and I visit my companies. They always talk about the lack of a qualified workforce.

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Sep 25, 2018

Our government does not have big enough emphasis on promoting STEM education and our immigration policy is broken so that we can't get the numbers of STEM employees from overseas that we need.

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Sep 25, 2018

I think some of the recommendations related to developing a comprehensive artificial intelligence strategy...could be a way of pushing back.

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Sep 25, 2018

China is mounting a serious challenge to the United States for global leadership in technology and innovation.

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Sep 5, 2018

One of the stated aims of his new approach was to support the Cuban people.

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Jul 24, 2018

GAO's report highlights the need for the administration to develop and execute a more comprehensive Federal strategy for national cybersecurity.

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Jul 24, 2018

GAO found key deficiencies that could hinder the government's progress in strengthening the Nation's cyber defenses.

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Jul 10, 2018

We must get to the root problems that are causing increased migration with families giving up everything for the chance of a better life.

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Jun 27, 2018

Putin's illegal annexation of Crimea and interference in European elections cannot be forgotten.

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Jun 27, 2018

This important resolution calls for continued U.S. support for NATO allies and the European Deterrence Initiative.

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Jun 27, 2018

Protecting our diplomats overseas should be a top priority, which is why I was disappointed to see the Trump administration budget request a 28.4 percent decrease for fiscal year 2019 from 2018 enacted levels for Embassy security and…

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Jun 13, 2018

It is sad that it took me too little time to find the names of 250 Americans killed by gun violence, sad because we could save lives but refuse to do so. We could save other families from enduring this trauma and pain if the majority could…

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