Members on the Record (Automated) for Sun December 26, 2021

Apartheid

Barragán (D-CA-44) 12/26/2021: Tweet – “As we mourn the loss of a peace leader &human rights activists, let us remember Archbishop Desmond Tutu's advice to do your little bit of good where you are. Years ago I was lucky to see him officiate a dear friend's wedding. We are all better for his blessings and wisdom. Link to quoted tweetArchbishop Desmond Tutu, the Nobel Peace prize laureate who helped end apartheid in South Africa, has died aged 90 (Desmond Tutu: South Africa anti-apartheid hero dies aged 90 - BBC News)”

Beyer (D-VA-8) 12/26/2021: Retweet of @RepJeffries – “Thankful for the transformational life and legacy of Archbishop Desmond Tutu. A freedom fighter extraordinaire, his powerful voice helped dismantle the evil Apartheid regime in South Africa. Rest in Power. 👑👑👑🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦 Link to image”

Brown (D-OH-11) 12/26/2021: Tweet – “We honor the life and legacy of civil and human rights leader Archbishop Desmond Tutu. Thank you for being a voice for the voiceless and your unwavering commitment to humanity. Link to quoted tweetArchbishop Desmond Tutu, the Nobel Peace Prize-winning Anglican cleric whose inspiring message and work for civil and human rights made him a revered leader during the struggle to end apartheid in his native South Africa, has died. He was 90. (Archbishop Desmond Tutu dies at 90 - CNN)”

Evans (D-PA-3) 12/26/2021: Tweet – “The world has lost a hero. May he Rest in Power. Link to quoted tweetDesmond Tutu, South Africa's Nobel Peace Prize-winning activist for racial justice and LGBT rights, has died at 90. An uncompromising foe of apartheid, Tutu worked tirelessly, though non-violently, for its downfall. (Desmond Tutu, South African equality activist, dies at 90 | AP News)”

Horsford (D-NV-4) 12/26/2021: Retweet of @TheBlackCaucus – “We are deeply saddened by the news of Archbishop Desmond Tutu's passing. He was a powerful force for good and a giant among men. May his memory be a blessing. Desmond Tutu, Whose Voice Helped Slay Apartheid, Dies at 90... | nytimes.com”

Jeffries (D-NY-8) 12/26/2021: Tweet – “Thankful for the transformational life and legacy of Archbishop Desmond Tutu. A freedom fighter extraordinaire, his powerful voice helped dismantle the evil Apartheid regime in South Africa. Rest in Power. 👑👑👑🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦 Link to image”

Kim (D-NJ-3) 12/26/2021: Tweet – “What I remember most about Tutu was his distinct laugh. When I was 17 he spoke at my school. Someone sneezed and Tutu said “you are blessed my son” and then giggled. I remember thinking that I haven't met a person so good hearted before, especially after all he went through Link to quoted tweetArchbishop Desmond Tutu, the Nobel Peace Prize laureate and veteran of South Africa's struggle against white minority rule, died at the age of 90 (Nobel Prize-winning anti-apartheid hero Desmond Tutu dies aged 90 | Reuters) (Link to twitter.com)”

McGovern (D-MA-2) 12/26/2021: Tweet – “This is truly an awful loss. Archbishop Tutu dedicated his life to opposing injustice, and he inspired many others to do the same. His relentless campaign to end apartheid & his work for truth & reconciliation changed South Africa—and the world. He will be so very deeply missed. Link to quoted tweetJUST IN: Desmond Tutu, a towering figure who helped bring an end to apartheid in South Africa, has died at 90 (Desmond Tutu, anti-apartheid icon, dies at 90 : NPR | n.pr)”

Norcross (D-NJ-1) 12/26/2021: Tweet – “Desmond Tutu was a fearless advocate for freedom and Justice. His passing is a loss for all of us that wake up and wish to live in a safer, more peaceful society. #DesmondTutu Link to quoted tweetDesmond Tutu, South Africa's Nobel Peace Prize-winning activist for racial justice and LGBT rights, has died at 90. An uncompromising foe of apartheid, Tutu worked tirelessly, though non-violently, for its downfall. (Desmond Tutu, South African equality activist, dies at 90 | AP News)”

Stansbury (D-NM-1) 12/26/2021: Tweet – “So deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Archbishop Tutu. A monumental figure in South Africa's struggle to end Apartheid and architect of the Truth & Reconciliation Commission that sought to bring justice and healing to a nation and a world in the aftermath. A massive loss. Link to quoted tweetBreaking News: Desmond Tutu has died at 90. The archbishop, whose powerful voice helped slay apartheid in South Africa, earned a Nobel Peace Prize in 1984. (Desmond Tutu, Whose Voice Helped Slay Apartheid, Dies at 90... | nyti.ms)”

Stansbury (D-NM-1) 12/26/2021: Tweet – “Beyond words at the loss of Desmond Tutu. A man who dedicated his life to working to end Apartheid, healing a nation, and social justice globally. Living in South Africa briefly during the TRC process I was deeply impacted by his work which continues to inspire my service today. Link to image”

Suozzi (D-NY-3) 12/26/2021: Twitter thread – ““There comes a point where we need to stop just pulling people out of the river. We need to go upstream and find out why they're falling in.” ~Desmond Tutu Archbishop Desmond Tutu, South African anti-apartheid leader, dies at 90... | nbcnews.to I have begun to use this Desmond Tutu quote often after hearing it from Mayor-elect Eric Adams while campaigning together. We must bring our existing social services into our schools to help prevent social problems from stunting our children's opportunity to succeed. The world has lost a great man. While he is best known for his work to help undo apartheid and leading the Truth and Reconciliation Commission for Nelson Mandela, I think we can learn many lessons from all aspects of his life of service.”

Suozzi (D-NY-3) 12/26/2021: Twitter thread – ““There comes a point where we need to stop just pulling people out of the river. We need to go upstream and find out why they're falling in.” ~Desmond Tutu Archbishop Desmond Tutu dies at 90... | cnn.it I have begun to use this Desmond Tutu quote often after hearing it from Mayor-elect Eric Adams while campaigning together. We must bring our existing social services into our schools to help prevent social problems from stunting our children's opportunity to succeed. The world has lost a great man. While he is best known for his work to help undo apartheid and leading the Truth and Reconciliation Commission for Nelson Mandela, I think we can learn many lessons from all aspects of his life of service.”

Coons (D-DE) 12/26/2021: Twitter thread – “Archbishop Desmond Tutu was a source of inspiration and encouragement to me, as he was to millions of others around the world. Link to image His deep faith, passion for justice, and lifelong work for liberation and reconciliation both challenged and inspired me as he helped his nation find its way forward with intensity, accountability, and grace. As a young man, I had the chance to volunteer for the South African Council of Churches in Cape Town and Johannesburg for three months, just as the apartheid regime was fighting its hardest to retain power during a ‘state of emergency.' As Archbishop Tutu directed a nationwide group of advocates and faith leaders with humility, humor, and determination, I saw closeup how he acted tirelessly to advance righteousness with a fierce sense of justice that would help free Nelson Mandela and end apartheid. In 2016, I had the blessing of visiting South Africa and Archbishop Tutu again, as part of a pilgrimage with Rep. John Lewis, Kerry Kennedy, and many others hosted by the Faith & Politics Institute. In a memorable lunch meeting, I had a chance to listen as Lewis and Tutu spoke about the struggle to which they had both dedicated their lives and the work that remained ahead. Link to image Today, Archbishop Tutu has joined Congressman Lewis in eternity, and while their fierce passion for justice and impish good humor may have left us, I hope everyone will pause to reflect on the example they set and the work that remains to be finished. Link to image”

Sanders (I-VT) 12/26/2021: Tweet – “Archbishop Tutu helped end apartheid in South Africa by reminding us, “if you are neutral in situations of injustice, you have chosen the side of the oppressor.” We remember this hero as we continue the work for equality and justice.”

Schumer (D-NY) 12/26/2021: Tweet – “Desmond Tutu helped bring an end to apartheid in South Africa. He was a champion for human rights and a hero to all of us. May he rest in peace. Desmond Tutu, Whose Voice Helped Slay Apartheid, Dies at 90... | nytimes.com”

Algeria

Greene (R-GA-14) 12/25/2021: Tweet – “Are they vaccinated? Link to quoted tweetNEW - 3 football players died of heart attacks in the last 5 days. - Croatian Marin Cacic, 23 years old. - Algerian Soufiane Lokar, 30 years old. - Omani Makhlid Al Raqadi, 29 years old. (Link to twitter.com)”

Jewish, Anti-semitism

Greene (R-GA-14) 12/25/2021: Retweet of @Mostofsky – “So @mtgreenee was right... Just wrong country (for now). If the @adl & other "Jewish" orgs don't apologize to her, they are antisemetic! Link to quoted tweet”

Afghanistan

Mast (R-FL-18) 12/26/2021: Tweet – “I'll be forever grateful for those like Geeta Bakshi who stepped up for our Afghan allies when the Biden Administration failed them. Former CIA officer surrendered life dream to help Afghan refugees resettle in US... | foxnews.com”

Miller-Meeks (R-IA-2) 12/26/2021: Tweet – “Unacceptable that so many who risked their lives to help us were abandoned to die. UN sounds alarm over extrajudicial killings in the Taliban's Afghanistan... | ow.ly”

Ernst (R-IA) 12/26/2021: Tweet – “While the tragic exit from Afghanistan may have moved off of the front pages, American citizens and Afghan allies are still stranded behind enemy lines.   We cannot let them be forgotten. Wall Street Journal editorial calls for more attention to Americans still stranded in Afghanistan... | foxnews.com”