Rashida Tlaib
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Rashida Tlaib is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for Michigan's 13th congressional district since January 3, 2019. A member of the Democratic Party, Tlaib is known for her progressive policies and advocacy for social justice. She is one of the first two Muslim women elected to Congress and has been a vocal advocate for issues such as affordable housing, environmental justice, and healthcare reform. Tlaib has also been involved in efforts to address systemic racism and economic inequality.
Feb 5, 2019
Oh, I just want--the constituent you spoke about, do you know in 2017, for example, Saudi lobbyists spent $217,000 to reserve rooms at Trump-owned hotels.
Feb 5, 2019
I cannot believe this is not illegal already. That this is not something that we push up against, and say, Enough.
Feb 5, 2019
I think For the People, H.R. 1, is important in trying to restore public trust and to this institution.
Jan 28, 2019
One of the things--I have the 13th congressional district in Michigan, third poorest congressional district, very diverse.
Jan 28, 2019
I would like to thank you so much for your leadership, leadership with compassion.
Jan 3, 2019
And I say, 'Baby, they don't because we're going to go in there and we're going to impeach the mother (INAUDIBLE).'
Jan 3, 2019
And when your son looks at you and said, 'Mama, look, you won, bullies don't win'. And I said, 'Baby, they don't because we're going to go in there and we're going to impeach the motherfucker'.
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