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@RepPeterDeFazio

Representing the 4th Congressional District in Oregon

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Joined February 2011
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  1. Pinned Tweet
    Oct 11

    Not only does climate change affect our weather and sea levels, it is extending wildfire season by months and making fires burn hotter. We must take action to reduce greenhouse gasses and combat the serious effects of climate change.

    44 replies 40 retweets 94 likes
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  2. Dec 22

    Don’t take my word for it. Incoming COS Mulvaney said a fence or wall doesn’t stop anybody who wants to get across. End the and fund the government. Show some leadership.

    11 replies 29 retweets 78 likes
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  3. Dec 21

    This high school student has a better understanding than President Trump and congressional Republicans of the urgency of climate change. I’m looking forward to taking steps to address this crisis in the Democrat-led congress.

    6 replies 20 retweets 58 likes
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  4. Dec 21

    Federal workers could be on the job without pay over the holidays: Secret Service and the Coast Guard protecting the President; TSA, border patrol, and air traffic controllers during a busy travel season. For what? A wall that doesn’t work. Oppose the .

    43 replies 113 retweets 283 likes
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  5. Dec 19

    Meanwhile, worker bonuses are up a mere 2 cents since the tax cuts. In the new Congress, the Democratic agenda will make the economy work for working Americans (2/2)

    6 replies 7 retweets 25 likes
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  6. Dec 19

    This week, corporations celebrated the anniversary of the GOP tax bill by reaching a record trillion dollars in stock buybacks. A windfall for investors, but where are the promised benefits to the American worker? (1/2)

    6 replies 7 retweets 19 likes
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  7. Dec 17

    I will do everything in my power to fight back against the Texas ruling, which would slash coverage for the 312K in my district with pre-existing conditions and allow bare-bones plans that don’t cover essential health benefits.

    16 replies 22 retweets 107 likes
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  8. Dec 14

    “This is the existential threat to the future of the planet. I don't think we can have too many members actively involved."

    12 replies 20 retweets 107 likes
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  9. Dec 12

    The Trump Administration hid a report that showed was taking advantage of students. must do its job and protect consumers, not be beholden to the interests of banks.

    3 replies 14 retweets 19 likes
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  10. Dec 12

    3 years after the , Republicans and Trump still ignore the existential threat of in order to prop up polluters. Democrats will keep fighting for a cleaner environment.

    21 replies 20 retweets 76 likes
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  11. Dec 12

    You can select health coverage for you and your family right now through December 15. Evaluate plans & learn more about how to before the end of open enrollment at

    1 reply 9 retweets 6 likes
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  12. Dec 6

    Today I announced $20 million for improvements to the Coos Bay Rail Line. These improvements will make it easier for businesses in the Coos Bay area to bring their goods to market and boost SW Oregon's economy.

    7 replies 15 retweets 80 likes
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  13. Dec 6

    Ahead of tonight’s Capitol Christmas Tree lighting, I met with officials from Sweet Home to discuss issues facing the city, as well as to congratulate them on the city’s 125th anniversary!

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  14. Retweeted
    Dec 5

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  15. Retweeted
    Dec 5

    "We need infrastructure designs that are more resilient, like roads and bridges that can withstand earthquakes, fires, and the environmental impacts of Climate Change" - Ranking Member

    2 replies 9 retweets 12 likes
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  16. Retweeted
    Dec 5

    . shares his Penny for Progress proposal to finance infrastructure issues across America

    Penny for Progress to address infrastructure issues
    #AtlanticFixIt
    3 replies 5 retweets 10 likes
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  17. Dec 3

    Open Enrollment only lasts until December 15. Don’t miss your chance to on for 2019!

    1 reply 3 retweets 9 likes
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  18. Dec 1

    Although we had our differences, I have always respected George Bush’s many decades of public service and devotion to our nation. My thoughts go out to the entire Bush family.

    2 replies 4 retweets 51 likes
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  19. Retweeted
    Nov 29

    Excellent to see with & now joining in seeking to kill key job offshoring incentives in Trump/GOP tax bill discussed below. How the Tax Plan Will Send Jobs Overseas by

    21 retweets 56 likes
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  20. Nov 29

    Do you support restoring rules? Today is the Day of Action and this is our final push on the CRA discharge petition. Time is running out to restore the free and open internet!

    5 replies 66 retweets 132 likes
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  21. Nov 28

    Met with , including Eric Garcetti and the Mayor of Columbia, SC Stephen Benjamin today to talk about transportation and infrastructure needs across the country. Office dogs Sophie and Elsie pushed hard for more dog parks!

    3 retweets 15 likes
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