"In the wake of more threats levied against Spelman College, Howard University, and Winston-Salem State University in the past weeks, our Nation is being forced to once again recon with our history of racism and discrimination. Now, is the time to respond as a Nation, as a Congress, and as individual..."
"I also want to take this opportunity to address the perpetrators of these crimes."
"I pray for our beloved HBCUs this past week."
"Terrorism and racism have no place in college campuses or anywhere else."
"The trust was created for use during times of exceptional need, and the acute hunger crises that too many people are experiencing justifies the use of these funds."
"How is the Rural Energy for America Program able to deal with this?"
"Improving access for all agriculture stakeholders to the assistance programs that fall under commodity support programs is a priority for me."
"By passing this Act, Congress can ensure that the USDA works within their own motto: 'do right and feed everyone.'"
"the broader question is affordability of college and the affordability of pursuing any kind of credential or degree through higher ed."
"The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, SNAP, is one of the most effective tools that we have to combat hunger and food insecurity."
"the waiver in place to expand SNAP eligibility for college students will expire, and many will lose access to this very important vital lifeline that they have."