New Jersey Senator, public servant, and dad to two troublemaking little boys. Whether you voted for me or not, you’re my boss, I’m here to serve you.
Moorestown, NJ
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We just won our Senate race! As a son of immigrants, a public school kid, I never could’ve imagined I’d get to serve as a US Senator. I’m deeply humbled and grateful to NJ and for everyone who got us here. I promise I’ll serve with honor and integrity as a public servant for all.
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My wife wasn’t thrilled when I put this Lego Millennium Falcon on our wedding registry. To not seem completely self-indulgent, I told her I’d wait until we had kids to build it. Today, after 10 patient years, the adventure begins. #MayThe4th #MayThe4thBeWithYou
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My 5 yr old boy came home and asked me why bigger kid kept calling him Chinese Boy. My son, confused, told the boy I’m a New Jersey Boy. He laughed it off but my eyes welled up. 50 yrs ago my parents immigrated here but we cannot shake shadow of foreignness. #StopAsianHate THREAD
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Ok I have to share this. My boys just got a telescope for Christmas. I found my oldest now set up in the sunroom birdwatching. Then I saw he has a checklist. Melts my heart.
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It was a month ago when I found this broken eagle while cleaning the Capitol after the insurrection. I kept it as a tender reminder of the enormous work ahead to heal. This is one of several symbols I want to share with you as we think what comes next for our nation (THREAD)
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6 months ago today I wore this blue suit as I cleaned the Capitol after the insurrection, now I just donated it to the Smithsonian. Jan6 must never be forgotten. While some try to erase history, I will fight to tell the story so it never happens again. Here is one story…(THREAD)
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When Clarence Thomas said he wanted to take away a woman’s right to birth control, some told me that is just his opinion. But now I saw 195 of my Republican colleagues reject protection for contraceptives. This is not just an opinion of one man. This is their plan.
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Many of you asked me why I cleaned the Capitol on Jan 6. I want to show you this photo. This is my mom, an immigrant from Korea, bringing me to DC for the first time. She took me to the Capitol and taught me to love and care for this nation that gave us everything.
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I just talked to the family of Officer Brian Sicknick, who was killed on Jan 6. He grew up in NJ, served his nation, but was assaulted and killed. His assailants sentenced to prison until pardoned by Trump. Let us lift up Sicknick’s name and memory: THREAD
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Just got my welcome package to start up in the Senate! We start orientation in 4 days. No time for a breather but I’m ready to get to work.
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In 2020 I was one of 7 dems that won a district that Trump won, so I held a series of listening sessions with people who voted for Trump and voted for me to understand their actions. I reread the transcripts yesterday and much of it felt like it could have been said today. THREAD
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I was originally going to hold off on commenting on nominations at this stage but I cannot stay quiet here. I don’t need a confirmation hearing to know that Matt Gaetz is not qualified for Attorney General. I will not support his confirmation.
BREAKING: President-elect Donald Trump says he will nominate loyalist Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz to be his attorney general. apnews.com/live/election-hou…
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I’m excited to announce that I’ll be speaking prime time tonight at the DNC Convention! When my son heard I’ll be speaking he asked to buy his very first suit so he could wear it to “dad’s special night.” I think he looks amazing and I’m grateful for this opportunity to share.
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I was on House floor as decision striking Roe was announced. I realized it happened because I saw Marjorie Taylor Greene and others jump up and high five each other. I overheard what they said. One said he always dreamt of this day. Other said something that hit me hard…THREAD
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As some of you know my kids like to birdwatch. I told my kids to be really quiet and not let the birds see them. Now I found them dressed in ninja costumes while birdwatching.
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Remember what Republican leaders said before amnesia set in. I took notes that night:
Mitch McConnell (Jan6): "The mob was fed lies. They were provoked by the president and other powerful people...They tried to disrupt our democracy, they failed…This failed insurrection.” THREAD
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5 years ago this week, I walked my family into the Oval Office. I watched my immigrant mom speechless as she shook hands with Pres Obama while he held my 6 m/o baby boy. Three generations of my family in the Oval with the President. I kept thinking “This is America”(THREAD)
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I just moved into my new office! Yes it’s a bare wall windowless transition space in the basement that looks like the set of the show Severance, but that won’t stop me from being proud of what it took to get here to the Senate and excited for the opportunity.
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This photo of 600+ Afghans squeezed into a C-17 is so powerful; take a moment to put yourself in their shoes. No luggage. May never see their home country again. They risk it all for freedom. Let America be a nation that welcomes them. Feeds them. Clothes them. THREAD
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Yesterday we stood with each other in response to the backsliding of rights. But what about today? What about tomorrow? What about next week or next month? What about November? We need to sustain this solidarity and convert this energy into action. Let’s make that promise. END
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My two boys printed their own business cards to give out to people at the Capitol during my Senate Swearing-In today. Here they are giving their cards to VP Kamala Harris. They told her to “stay in touch.”
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After calls to resign, Senator Menendez said “I am not going anywhere.” As a result, I feel compelled to run against him. Not something I expected to do, but NJ deserves better. We cannot jeopardize the Senate or compromise our integrity. Please join me:
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I just brought my kids to go vote! Proud for them to see their dad’s name on the ballot for US Senator. My parents immigrated to America 50 yrs ago and today I could become the first ever Korean American Senator in history. Thank you everyone for staying in line to vote!
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It was 50 yrs ago that my mom immigrated from South Korea to America despite not knowing anyone else in the entire western hemisphere of Earth. Tonight I got to bring her to the White House for the State Dinner between the US and South Korea. I feel blessed to share this moment.
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A year later, the most vivid memory I have of Jan 6 is the moment I returned to the House chamber after the riot had been quelled. I stepped over broken glass to get into the chamber. What ensued over the next hour was the most powerful experience of my career. THREAD
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I learned Senate floor desks have drawers where every Senator who used that desk carves their name. I just pulled out my drawer. 1 name jumped out. INOUYE. WWII Medal of Honor. Senator for ~ 50 yrs. AAPI trailblazer. I cannot believe I get to sit at the desk of a hero of mine.
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That’s right. I just introduced legislation requiring Director of National intelligence and other national security positions to disclose any finance transactions with foreign governments. We wrote this bill well before Nov 5. This is not about politics, it’s about our security.
New legislation from Sen.-elect Andy Kim (D-NJ) would require Presidential appointees, including Director of National Intelligence, to "publicly disclose information about recent financial transactions with foreign governments"
congress.gov/bill/118th-cong…
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Before he was the Mayor or the Secretary, he was just a college kid with high hopes. Couldn’t be more proud of my friend @PeteButtigieg. Excited to see the bridges you’ll build and the road ahead.
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The hotel where I declared victory on election night was where my family lived for several weeks when I was 5 yrs old and first moved to NJ. I chose to return to this hotel 37 yrs later as a tribute to my parents and NJ for giving a kid like me opportunity and a chance to dream.
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Brought my kids down to the Capitol to cheer on @CoryBooker as he approaches the record breaking moment! Let’s go Cory! So proud of you.
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Her name is Kyal Sin and she was brutally murdered this week. She wore this black shirt that said “Everything will be OK” when she was shot in the head by Burmese military. Know her courage. Here’s how her memory may stop this coup and help protect democracies everywhere (THREAD)
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One Republican congressperson said something like “let’s keep this going now.” The words reinforced that this has always been their plan. It’s only the beginning. Republican leadership is hell bent on transforming America by rolling back our rights. Rolling back out progress 2/11
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Last year I met with a mother holding her diabetic toddler in her lap. She had one ask — that the lifesaving insulin she needs to keep her daughter alive not cost her over $400 a month. Shame on all the Republican senators that just blocked the $35 a month cap for insulin.
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I’ll never forget the feeling when I learned that my own government questioned my loyalty. Before Congress I worked in diplomacy at StateDept. I once received a letter banning me from working on Korea issues just because of my last name. I was stunned. (THREAD) #StopAsianHate
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It was disturbing to see lawmakers celebrating the removal of rights from Americans. To see them fist-pumping and hollering in the House chamber. This is a sacred space. The same room where the 19th Amendment passed giving rights to women to vote. 4/11
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After the photo of me cleaning the Capitol went viral, people kept saying to me the phrase “Look For The Helpers.” I grew up with Mister Rogers and felt comfort in those words. But now, 3 yrs after Jan 6, I have come to learn an entirely different lesson from this phrase… THREAD
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Last night a Republican delegate from NJ accused me of wearing a North Korea flag on my tie and questioned my allegiance to America. This is a disgusting attack and I urge NJ Republican leaders including @BobHugin and @CurtisBashaw to condemn this xenophobia. THREAD
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I’ve never seen 217 people work so hard around the clock to screw over veterans, people struggling with hunger, and people just trying to live with dignity and decency.
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Next up it’s marriage equality, birth control, gay rights. It’s not speculation as Clarence Thomas made that clear in his published opinion yesterday. Right out in the open for all to see. 3/11
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Just saw the news. Thank you for this incredible win! What we achieved over the last 8 months is remarkable. We built a stunningly powerful grassroots movement that took down the unfair ballot line and changed NJ politics forever. Now we are ready to take our movement for change to the US Senate!
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When I was a kid, I stayed up to watch State of the Union speeches. Never did I imagine I would one day sit in the chamber and watch a President talk about surrendering to Russia and brag about raising prices on families through tariffs. What a stain on the history of our nation.
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My boys woke up this morning and said last night was “magical.” Thanks everyone in the arena, at home in Jersey, and across the country cheering us on. Now let’s convert this energy into action and win the White House, Senate and House in 75 days!
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This House chamber is a room meant to protect Americans. To give us rights instead of take them away. To make laws to help solve problems instead of throwing our country into disarray. I walked out of the chamber after votes and headed across the street. I need to step away. 5/11
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I walked across the street to the Supreme Court. Being there at the epicenter felt profound. That this building and 9 people inside could change our way of life. To see words “Equal Justice Under Law” etched into stone but knowing reality of the removal of rights from women. 6/11
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I wanted to share this photo of my family standing by a historic part of the White House that was just torn down today by Trump. We didn’t need a billionaire-funded ballroom to celebrate America. Disgusting what Trump is doing.
JUST IN: The White House has begun DEMOLISHING portions of the East Wing of the White House to build Trump’s $250 million ballroom — despite earlier claiming it wouldn’t “interfere” with the existing White House structure. (Washington Post)
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For anyone who wants to thank @jamie_raskin for defending our democracy, please consider donating to his family’s fund to honor the passing of his son last month. He didn’t even have time to mourn properly before he stepped up for our nation. cfncr.wufoo.com/forms/md97cd…
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I asked Tammy Duckworth to escort me for my Senate swearing in because she’s an American hero. The embodiment of courage and service and I’m in awe that I get to work in the Senate alongside her. Thank you Tammy!
Proud to have escorted Senator Kim down the aisle as he was sworn into the 119th Congress—congratulations! 🎉
ALT Senators Kim and Duckworth smiling while passing through a Senate hallway.
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I started finding these sweet notes all over the house. On my pillow. In the fridge. On the dining table. Turns out my son is learning how to write and this is how he practices. I’m going to save these forever.
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Last night I went out with local police to spot drone flying over New Jersey, here’s what I saw. We drove to Round Valley Reservoir and the officer pointed to lights moving low over the tree line. Sometimes they were solid white light, others flashed of red and green.THREAD
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The morning light coming through the stainglass at the National Cathedral as we prepare to honor President Carter is simply stunning. What a gorgeous place to honor a humble public servant.
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It would be an episode of Veep if it wasn’t so dangerous and just plain dumb. Really dumb and epically irresponsible. People need to lose their jobs over this. Preferably Hegseth.
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I just took the oath to become a U.S. Senator. I’m overwhelmed by this chance to serve at a moment of profound anxiety about what comes next for our nation. I promise I won’t lose myself along the way. I won’t let the job change me, instead I will work to change the job. THREAD
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I’m in the shadow of the Washington monument looking out at 676,286 flags on the day this pandemic became the largest mass casualty event in American history. I didn’t realize families of those lost wrote personal messages on flags. It hurts to read. Here are some.THREAD
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Today was my final vote in the House. As I walk out of the chamber for last time, I wanted to share something almost no one notices. The center aisle, the one the President walks down for SOTU, the aisle that divides the R and D sides, ends at an inscription of “Tolerance.”THREAD
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I kept trying to tell my kid that “Easter bear” wasn’t a thing but what do I know. Happy Easter everyone!
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But what was most profound was the feeling of solidarity. The crowd growing up against the perimeter fence. More people showing up by the minute. We chanted loudly as if we could with our voices cancel out the damages emanating from this square block of America. 7/11
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People there knew that the day was a gut punch. But they didn’t want the Court to have the last word. Thousands of people showed up to say that this dangerous court decision does not reflect America and what we stand for. I felt a profound solidarity. 8/11
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I’m back in the Rotunda for the first time since the January 6th insurrection. It looks more beautiful than ever.
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I promised my boys that we’d have a Star Wars movie night right after Election Day. A New Hope is what we all need.
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SYMBOL OF RESILIENCE: I saw this quote over a door in the Capitol. It reminded me that healing is more than about accountability of the President and others that participated that day. “Oppressions and injustice and hatred is a wedge designed to attack our civilization”
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We are ready to serve our nation. Ready for the Senate. Ready for this moment.
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SYMBOL OF LOSS: This week, we paid our respects to Officer Sicknick. I learned that over 140 police were injured. Suffered from cracked ribs, smashed spinal discs, stabbed with metal fence stake, one officer lost an eye.
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I was in the room in Munich for VP Vance’s speech. No talk about Russia, Ukraine, China. Just criticisms of our allies and focus on “the threat from within.” His speech is going to embolden our adversaries who will see this as a green light to act while America is distracted/divided.
Vance at the Munich Security Conference: "The threat that I worry that most about vis a vis Europe is not Russia, it's not China, it's not any other external actor. What I worry about is the threat from within."
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SYMBOL OF HOPE: When I arrived at my office this week, there were hundreds of cards from all over the country expressing hope from the image of me cleaning the rotunda. One woman said the actions reminded her of her immigrant mother and father who taught her humility.
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Go Birds! My boys’ very first football game ever. They said they’ll remember it forever. Time for the Super Bowl!
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I felt proud. Really proud that my community came together. We showed solidarity. I spoke and said that their energy is my energy and my energy is theirs. We help each other through these tough moments. And our community stood in solidarity with towns all across America 10/11
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I got in my car and drove back home to NJ. I got word that the community was pulling together a rapid response rally. When I arrived I saw hundreds of people with many more pulling up in their cars. The parking lot was overflowing. Cars honking their horns as they passed. 9/11
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I’m walking through the Capitol this morning and took some photos in the same spots as what we saw 4 years ago
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SYMBOL OF THREAT: This shattered window on the center doors of the Capitol is the last remaining major damage I saw left as I walked around the Capitol last night. It remains as a symbol of the hate that penetrated our democracy and flooded inside.
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SYMBOL OF GRATITUDE: The reminders of trauma have been met with incredible kindness and compassion. The attacks, meant to break our democratic process, have instilled a newly strengthened resolve to protect it. 100s of signs thanking Capitol Police line tunnel under the Capitol.
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I’m going to get ready to have that talk with my son. I’m a bit nervous. He’s such a sweet boy and I don’t know how he will take it. He’s 5 so I won’t go into everything but I think it’s good to get conversation started as they grow up fast. I’ll let you know how it goes. END
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To our public servants, I’m sorry you are being threatened. You deserve so much better. I remember how proud I was when I first swore my oath as a civil servant. Honor of a lifetime. Remember why you chose to serve. Stay strong. I and many others will be right by your side.
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After going out with police to observe reports of possible drones, I was with the help of civilian pilots and others able to do deeper analysis and concluded that most of the possible drone sightings that were pointed out to me were almost certainly planes. Let me explain: THREAD
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And finally, we need to recognize that this is the job of all of us - not just those at the Capitol. We are part of a singular American story. I am working on some ideas to do just this and I hope to work with all of you. I hope that is the true legacy of Jan 6. (end)
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I keep running into this guy in the Capitol. Clarence the police comfort dog is just the best. Sad he is leaving tomorrow but I think we should get one permanently here at Capitol.
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We cannot, for a moment, treat the attack of 1/6 as something normal that happened. It was a truly dark day in our nation's history and it deserves a response of that magnitude.
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SYMBOL OF COMMUNITY: I still see members of Congress, staff continuing to struggle with their own trauma and grief. I get text messages regularly from my colleagues with a simple “how are you doing?” I appreciate that they are looking out for me and I for them.
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More people need to see this. It cannot be understated. Trump is trying to criminalize the service of Habitat for Humanity and go after nonprofits who help people when they need it most. It is political retribution. It is unjust and it is a direct threat to our democracy.
The FBI is now moving to criminalize groups like Habitat for Humanity for “conspiracy to defraud the United States.”
This comes after EPA Director Lee Zeldin eliminated the EPA headquarters in D.C. and 10 other regional offices.
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It’ll be surreal to one day take my kids to the Smithsonian and show them the blue suit behind glass. I hope they grow to know the truth of Jan6, but I also hope the story ultimately is one of hope and resilience. I hope that is what they and others see in the blue suit. END
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SYMBOL OF UNCERTAINTY: I now have to pass through two layers of razor wire fencing to get to work at the Capitol. I walked the perimeter this week with the National Guard and they said they have no idea how long this protection will be necessary.
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For no particular reason I’m sharing photos of me playing Pokémon with my little boys.
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When I brought my little boys back from the Capitol after witnessing @CoryBooker’s extraordinary 25hr speech, my wife asked my 7 yr old what he learned. He said “justice and rights.” Amen little man.
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I’m finally catching my breath today. Thank you everyone for the kind words of support. Let us also show our respect and appreciation to First Lady Tammy Murphy for her continued service to our state and country. It’s important to take a step back and remember that we are all a part of something bigger than all of us. We are here at this moment today because of the extraordinary grassroots movement growing in NJ. And I can promise you we are going to keep running the strongest possible campaign imaginable through Election Day. Let’s keep it going!
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This photo is of my mom and me moments after I announced my election win for Congress in Nov2018. Perhaps more than any other photo I have, this one captures & embodies the raw love, pride, and care we have for each other as mother and son. Happy Mother’s Day mom and to all moms!
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Say it with me, New Jersey is a BLUE state!
BREAKING: Democratic Rep. Mikie Sherrill has been elected New Jersey governor, defeating Trump-backed Republican Jack Ciattarelli in a race closely watched as a bellwether for the 2026 midterms. apnews.com/article/mikie-she…
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Gov employee told me he supports doing everything to stand up to lawlessness even at cost of his job. He understood the odds are tough with Republican control. But our nation was founded on long odds against authoritarianism. I’ll say again, I’m voting NO on cloture/CR tomorrow.
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What we do next with that resolve is on my mind today. Do we let this moment fade, let those who brought our country to the brink of disaster be held unaccountable, or let the conditions that led to this attack go unaddressed? No.
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The actions of those who perpetrated this attack - from inciting it to the death of a police officer - must be punished as to send a clear signal that violence is not an acceptable path to political change.
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My mom said she would tell me about racism I may face and then follow up with “You are very special. Keep being yourself. You are never alone. Whatever problems come, let us know and we will go through together.” The opposite of feeling foreign is to be loved in a community. 8/13
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This month is 20 yrs since I started serving the country, first as an intern and now today I’m on the ballot to be the Dem nominee for Senate. I’ve been blessed to serve, working my way up from a desk in the photocopy room. But I always remembered my 1st lesson in service. THREAD
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That we use Jan6 to renew our understanding and appreciation for our democracy. The goal is not to reset the clock to Jan5, but instead to understand clearly the job in front of us. Our job is to be caretakers. Our job is to heal this country and hand it off to our successors.END
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I am getting lots of inquiries from people in Afghanistan or people who know those trying to get to safety. I am compiling names to try and push for evacuation. I cannot promise anything but will do everything I can. Email RepKimEvac@mail.house.gov
Here are more resources: THREAD
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We must also work to strengthen the very institutions placed under attack. Our democracy is far too fragile if a demagog with a social media account and a megaphone can incite an insurrection.
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