Political Quotes

Tammy Duckworth: “Well, I was incredulous, and I checked to make sure that he actually said it and I cannot believe that he would think…”

On the recordJuly 10, 2023
Well, I was incredulous, and I checked to make sure that he actually said it and I cannot believe that he would think that White nationalists were not racist. In fact, I think that it is an insult to all military men and women of all different backgrounds who wear the uniform of this great nation, and we should be focusing on supporting them and not defending White nationalists as he is doing.
Said by
Tammy Duckworth
Democratic · Illinois

Editor's note · Context

Senator Duckworth expresses disbelief at Tuberville's comments on White nationalism and its implications for military personnel.

Share

More from Tammy Duckworth

Oct 10, 2026

Our unions help protect the workers and law enforcement officers who keep our communities safe, ensuring they have a voice on the job.

duckworth.senate.gov
Oct 9, 2026

“With this report out, there are simply no more excuses keeping the DoD and FAA from immediately implementing and exceeding the urgent safety recommendations handed down by both the Army and NTSB.

duckworth.senate.gov
Oct 10, 2026

A federal judge has made clear that this agreement must be reinstated, and the Trump Administration cannot simply ignore a court order because it doesn’t like the outcome.

duckworth.senate.gov
Oct 10, 2026

The danger and barriers to due process immigrant children face right now are unprecedented.

duckworth.senate.gov

Other voices in this conversation