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Democracy depends on bipartisanship. BPC works across the aisle to craft viable solutions that improve lives.

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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
6 years
. @IvankaTrump to lawmakers: "Don’t shut down the conversation as it’s gaining momentum. We need a bipartisan solution if this is actually going to be signed into law." #BPClive #paidfamilyleave
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
2 years
A message from @WCKitchen 's @chefjoseandres on child #nutrition : Child nutrition programs play an essential role in ensuring food and nutrition security for the nation's youth.
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
6 years
Former Mexican President @VicenteFoxQue : "I don’t want to see the world move back towards extreme nationalism, I would rather see us go forward and look at the bright future we have ahead."
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
4 years
"Election officials will continue to carry out the vote counting process with integrity. Despite what any candidate says today and in the days to come, keep calm and let the counting carry on.” - @MichaelSteele & @donnabrazile . Read the full statement:
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
3 years
Now is the time to pass bipartisan immigration reform and modernize our legal immigration system. @Sadikshya_Nepal highlights Reps. @RepZoeLofgren (D- CA) and @RepJohnCurtis ' (R-UT) EAGLE Act as an opportunity to do just that:
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
3 years
“The unused green cards are entirely the result of the administration not focusing on clearing that backlog." - @BPC_TBrown . Read the full piece by the @washingtonpost 's @NickMiroff :
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
1 year
Our new poll found that American voters recognize increased access to highly skilled legal #immigration as a key element to growing the economy and bolstering U.S. competitiveness. Dive into the expert analysis from @BPC_TBrown and @BenGitis .
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
4 years
The results you usually hear on election night are just projections. On #ElectionNight and the days following, election officials will release updated results as more votes are counted. @mattiweil , @RachelOrey , @ThorningMichael , and @CFernekes have more:
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
6 years
#Brexit architect @Nigel_Farage says that the conversations him and @VicenteFoxQue have engaged on this week with @Steamboat_Inst have been really important in teaching young people that great debate between different political ideologies is possible.
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
6 years
Former Mexican President @VicenteFoxQue says that we can't negotiate and lead by fear and pressure, we must work together.
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
10 years
What's the best thing about Congress? What's the worst? Americans weigh in. http://t.co/E2kyYbxy4x #EngageUSA http://t.co/g9GttoxNfn
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
6 months
Clearing green card backlogs would result in trillions of dollars in GDP gains over 10 years, primarily driven by the new immigrants entering the U.S. Learn more in our #Immigration report.
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
3 years
“We cannot afford partisanship when it comes to food, to nutrition, and to hunger.” - @chefjoseandres , @WCKitchen #BPClive
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
3 years
Congress has attempted and failed to pass legal immigration reform to modernize our high-skilled immigration in the past. @RepZoeLofgren (D-CA) and @RepJohnCurtis (R-UT)'s EAGLE Act is an opportunity for bipartisan immigration reform:
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
3 years
All star lineup of guests to kick off episode 100 feat. @itsBlakeJohnson , @jordanlapier , @HunterLoy , @rachiacono , @DaveLapanDC , @CramonMigration , @allenorresq , @LHallDC , @rewasem , @cchiggins , Alan Bersin, and Charles Kamasaki! Take a listen:
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
5 years
Congress’ work is far from over. The immigration system is still broken. It’s complex, unfair, outdated, and inflexible. It’s time to change that.
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
6 years
Join us next week for a discussion with @HARRISFAULKNER .
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
5 years
"...carbon removal technologies are important tools that hold the potential to create economic value as part of a global energy transition. " - @ByronDorgan and @HaleyBarbour on the importance of the Direct Air Capture Advisory Council. Read more here:
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
3 years
We're kicking off Friday with some bipartisanship! For our latest ACE trip, @RepMeijer (R-MI) is visiting @RepAngieCraig 's (D-MN) district to find what issues matter to their districts.
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
2 years
"We have enough nutritious food to feed every child in America in our schools and in our communities." - @chefjoseandres , @WCKitchen #BPClive
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
6 years
Former Mexican President @VicenteFoxQue says that trade is a win-win situation, and proof that all economies involved can improve and grow.
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
3 years
We are excited to launch our Food and Nutrition Security Task Force today to improve access to healthy foods for all Americans with co-chairs former SOAs @DanRGlickman and Ann M. Veneman; @WCKitchen 's @chefjoseandres ; and @FMI_ORG 's Leslie Sarasin!
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
6 years
Early childhood development is the type of issue that ought to unite lawmakers given the enormity of the stakes.
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
1 year
“Rising above the gridlock requires much of our elected officials, especially as more and more Americans have come to believe our government is at a standstill,” writes @MichaelSteele . Read his expert view essay for @PGPFoundation .
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
3 years
One month after the Jan. 6 attack, former members of Congress and staff want those who work on Capitol Hill to know we stand with them. #CapitolStrong
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
3 years
Congress has attempted and failed to pass legal immigration reform to modernize our high-skilled immigration in the past. @RepZoeLofgren (D-CA) and @RepJohnCurtis (R-UT)'s EAGLE Act is an opportunity for bipartisan immigration reform:
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
6 years
BPC's @billhoagland : The 2017 tax bill enactment has left some of us who follow the federal budget wondering whether we are headed the way of Kansas. @rollcall
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
2 years
📆 Talks about “killer acquisitions” and “kill zones” can be the scarier side of the antitrust debates about mergers and acquisitions in the tech sector. Register to join us on Halloween to discuss M&A in the tech sector.
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
2 years
Thank you @ChrisMurphyCT and @senrobportman for displaying the creativity and courage required to govern a divided nation, and @NikolenDC for moderating #TheSenateProject debate tonight.
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
6 years
. @RepVirginiaFoxx and @RepSusanDavis are working to increase bipartisanship in an unlikely way: by visiting each other’s district.
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
9 years
Investment in clean energy innovation has fallen. U.S. competitiveness & security are at risk: http://t.co/wPcgcolbZD http://t.co/CXrhjlL1ky
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
2 years
"When we talk about a bright future for our country, there is nothing more essential than ensuring we give our children every opportunity to grow and develop into healthy, productive members of society." - @chefjoseandres , @WCKitchen #BPClive
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
10 years
Presidents of both parties have advanced the cause of national & community service: http://t.co/pSoaVv3C3T #EngageUSA http://t.co/pXzxGQqU5R
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
3 years
Last week we had on @SecretaryPete to discuss solutions for clean infrastructure mobilization to support a net-zero economy. Find the full event at:
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
9 years
America must bridge a huge funding gap to address our infrastructure needs: http://t.co/XatN2aDXBL #transportation http://t.co/JMgzktbnoU
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
3 years
Happy #InfrastructureWeek ! To kick-off the week, we will be running a contest to find the worst pothole in America. Tweet us your photo by 5/18, and the top three entries will get a $250 gift card to apply toward a tire alignment, chiropractor or used bicycle!
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
10 months
A new interactive explainer by @grace_gordon724 visualizes the complex network of federal involvement in elections in the United States:
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
2 years
America suffers from a severe shortage of affordable homes. Increasing the supply of homes is an essential response if America is to overcome its #AffordableHousing crisis.
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
10 years
Happy birthday, Bob Dole. The BPC co-founder and Senate Majority Leader is 91 today. RT to wish him a happy birthday! http://t.co/jax0R1JfRn
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
2 years
An investment in food = an investment in our future. Check out the rest of the interview with @WCKitchen 's @chefjoseandres on the latest BPC Weekly:
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
11 years
How can the U.S. offset its aging workforce? Immigration reform would help: http://t.co/vDQAQLCEjA http://t.co/i7kVSi5XiI
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
4 years
"We have cities in this country now with 12-year life expectancy differences from one end to another...Race, income, and zip code now are the greatest predictors of health outcomes." - @ASlavitt highlighting America's health disparity challenges #BPCLive
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
6 years
Happy 95th Birthday, Senator Dole! Today, we are happy to share chocolate milkshakes in your honor and continue your great work building consensus in government. We wish you a happy celebration and a wonderful year to come! #Dole95
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
2 years
What a great launch to the Senate Project debate series! Special thank you to @EMKInstitute , @OrrinHatch , @foxnation , @BretBaier , @LindseyGrahamSC , and @SenSanders for your partnership and participation. Stay tuned for more details on the second debate.
@OrrinHatch
Orrin G. Hatch Foundation
2 years
A huge thanks to our partners @BPC_Bipartisan , @EMKInstitute , @bretbaier , and @foxnation for helping us pull off the first Senate Project debate--the first of many to come!
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
9 years
Several immigration reform scenarios have the potential to reduce deficits: http://t.co/LTp78SIiss http://t.co/q3uOhn2qRn
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
7 years
"Neither party has a monopoly on good ideas, and we must work together to put together a bipartisan bill." Well said, @SenatorCollins .
@SenatorCollins
Sen. Susan Collins
7 years
Sen. Collins' statement on health care vote.
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
6 years
We're excited to announce the four recipients of our 2018 Legislative Action Awards: @SenCoryGardner (R-CO), @SenAngusKing (I-ME), Rep. @SusanWBrooks (R-IN), and @CongressmanRuiz (D-CA).
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
2 years
New report: 13 #bipartisan recommendations to improve child #nutrition , including: free school meals, investments in kitchen equipment & infrastructure, expanded access to out-of-school nutrition programs. Read all of the Task Force recommendations:
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
7 years
Listen to our #podcast to learn more about #CHIP and the uncertain future of the program.
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Andy Slavitt 🇺🇦
7 years
Every day #CHIP isn't enacted is a day we aren't meeting our commitment to children. Today is Day 20.
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
11 years
22% of men have considered running for office. Only 8% of women have done the same: http://t.co/Cl4S8bugQy #EngageUSA http://t.co/8UvX9Mg7pr
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
10 months
Only 6️⃣ days until @SBAgov 's 70th anniversary! Learn how retaining current immigrant workers and attracting more high-skilled immigrants could ensure U.S. small businesses have the workforce to maintain competitiveness.
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
2 years
📆AI policy has sparked debates on both sides of the Atlantic with major questions around the appropriate role of regulation and standards. Follow @tomromanoff & join our 9/14 webinar as we look at different approaches + how policies may affect the U.S.
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
3 years
Transportation innovation is key to a net-zero carbon future. @SecretaryPete joins BPC on July 8 to discuss why infrastructure plays a critical role in and unlocking a low-carbon energy transition. Register here:
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
10 years
Fewer and fewer Americans aspire to careers in public service: http://t.co/CHotEaPhoh #EngageUSA http://t.co/0xFu4DxxJP
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
2 years
A few #AffordableHousing solutions: ✔ Increase support for the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit program ✔ Enact the Neighborhood Homes Investment Act ✔ Rehabilitate and modernize public housing stock ✔ Support new technologies that can reduce housing construction costs
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
7 years
. @SenJohnMcCain in @washingtonpost today: “Congress should return to regular order.” We couldn’t agree more.
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
7 years
Thomas Kean & Lee Hamilton, 9/11 Commission Chairmen: To defeat terrorists, we must defeat their ideas. @USATODAY
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
1 year
We're pleased to present our prestigious Patriot Award to President George W. Bush! This honor recognizes outstanding public servants who have demonstrated political courage and exceptional leadership throughout their careers. Learn more:
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
2 years
What’s Dr. Fauci’s recommendation for holiday gatherings in 2021? We were also joined by @DrLeanaWen , @JeromeAdamsMD , and @AParekhBPC to get their thoughts on what's to come next year:
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
8 years
New report offers concrete ways to improve health outcomes for seniors #OlderAmericansMonth
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
10 months
📆 Join us tomorrow for a panel discussion with @kreighbaum , @TheDipPatel , @JonEBase , @David_J_Bier , and Martin Kim on the challenges facing our legal #immigration system and promising paths forward. Register now.
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
3 years
Digitizing its form filing system could be helpful in relieving resource strains for UCSIS. BPC's Andrew Lee makes the case for the digitized system:
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
3 years
We are out to find America's worst potholes! Tweet us your pothole photo by 5/21 for a chance to win a $350 gift card to apply towards anything you want! Winning photos will also be shared with the Sec. of Transportation, @USDOTFHWA , and members of Congress! #InfrastructureWeek
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
3 years
It's not a question of if the next pandemic will occur. @BPC_Bipartisan Future of Health Care leader @DrLeanaWen offers critical steps for policymakers to strengthen the U.S. public health system:
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
7 years
We believe the American answer will always rest in harnessing the best ideas from both parties. Watch our statement of belief.
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
7 years
Honored to have @Avik & @ASlavitt join BPC as Senior Advisors.
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
3 years
ICYMI: Last week we had on @SecretaryPete to get his thoughts on how we can start building the #infrastructure needed to transition to a net-zero economy:
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
7 years
At 3pm, we'll discuss our bipartisan approach to help the Appalachia region chart a path toward greater prosperity.
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
3 years
TOMORROW: BPC and @WithHonorAction will have a conversation with veteran members of Congress on the diplomatic, military and humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan feat. @RepDonBacon , @RepJasonCrow , @RepKahele , and @RepMeijer . You don't want to miss this:
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
3 years
After November 2020, the landscape of elections changed overnight. This evening at 5pm ET, @grace_panetta will lead a discussion about emerging threats to election administration with @stephen_richer , @nado1377 , and @RachelOrey : #ElectionTwitter
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
4 years
In our latest health care report, we highlight that most Democratic and Republican voters surveyed chose to improve the current system (Obamacare/the Affordable Care Act) as their preference for health care reform. Read our full report to learn more:
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
3 years
COVID-19 has made clear that America’s safety, health, and economic prosperity is dependent on a resilient, robust public health system. @BPC_Bipartisan Future of Health Care leader @DrLeanaWen shares her thoughts:
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
6 years
@SenatorCantwell . @SenatorCantwell : We need to address our affordability crisis to make sure the physical and mental well being of our communities are also addressed. #BPCLive
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
2 years
Congratulations to our inaugural Freedom Award recipient, @JudyWoodruff ! #BPC15 📷: @GregGibson
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
2 years
"Congress changed the law completely for the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico with the Stafford Act to allow for resiliency so that we're no longer building things as they were at the time of the storm, but building as things should be." - @StaceyPlaskett #BPCLive
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
7 months
We're excited to announce the new Election Workforce Advisory Council, made up of a diverse group of experts. This council will work to improve recruitment, retention, and training within election administrations. Read more about the council!
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
3 years
The incoming Secretary of Transportation, @PeteButtigieg , will face many challenges with the poor state of repair of much of America’s infrastructure. We provide ten key questions to Mayor Buttigieg to understand how he plans to tackle these challenges:
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
5 years
A special thank you to @SenRickScott , all of our expert panelists, and everyone who attended today's drug pricing report release! In case you missed the discussion, you can watch our webcast here:
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
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We were thrilled to co-host a celebration of the House and Senate Bipartisan Paid Family Leave Working Groups last night with @BPCAction . As the leaders, @SenGillibrand @SenBillCassidy @RepBice & @RepHoulahan , reminded us: much has been accomplished, but much work remains.
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
3 years
Building out a strong domestic supply chain for critical minerals will help keep our economy competitive while addressing climate change concerns. We had on @lisamurkowski yesterday to get her thoughts:
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
2 years
🚨🚨🚨Set those reminders! BPC’s @mattiweil , @RSI ’s @mattgermer , and @uniteamerica ’s @NickTroiano will be talking #VotingRights and election reform as part of tomorrow’s report release!
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
6 years
. @DoleFoundation joins us in celebrating Senator Bob Dole's Birthday.Thanks for joining us! #Dole95
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Bipartisan Policy Center
6 years
BPC is saddened to learn of the passing of an American hero, @SenJohnMcCain . Our thoughts are with his family tonight.
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
10 years
The truncated, mismatched congressional calendar is in dire need of a refresh: http://t.co/pSoaVv3C3T #EngageUSA http://t.co/TyyVKO7reg
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
2 years
🚨🚨Time to talk elections! @mattiweil , @bcburden , and @MKE_VOTE will be live TODAY at 4:00 pm ET to talk about the release of the #Wisconsin 2020 election report. #ElectionTwitter
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
1 year
🧵 Our #ElectionsSummit22 is finally here! Follow along for updates throughout the day and tune in beginning at 9:00 a.m.
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
6 years
Congratulations to our Immigration intern Tim O'Shea and our Democracy intern Joshua Ferrer for winning the 2018 Robert F. Bennett Internship Award! Thank you to @ByronDorgan and his wife Kim for joining us, and, of course, to our summer interns for all of their great work!
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
6 years
Americans overwhelmingly believe immigration helps the Untied States and feel it is necessary to continue this strong tradition. View our survey results to find out more:
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
2 years
"Senator Dole was a fierce political competitor, the quintessential man in the arena. But he knew when to put country ahead of partisanship. He saw politics as the means to an end." - @JasonGrumet :
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
8 years
Turkish Government Seizes Opposition Newspaper: What Next? #Zaman #PressFreedom
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@BPC_Bipartisan
Bipartisan Policy Center
6 years
Research indicates that foreign-born residents commit fewer crimes per capita, not more, than natives. Read more here: #StateOfTheUnion #SOTU
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