Last updated on Sun November 13, 2022 at 12:48 PM Washington DC time.
Lebanon
Long (R-MO-7) 11/12/2022: Twitter thread – “Lebanon #Missouri native, @MissouriState alum, Radio Hall of Famer, #VietnamVeteran and one of my best friends 'Jimbo' Jim Bohannon got to see one last Veteran's Day yesterday before succumbing to #Cancer today. Prayers to Annabelle and the family. Man am I gonna miss that laugh. Per @Wikipedia... As a teen growing up in Lebanon #Missouri, Annabelle (Arnold) Bohannon was a frequent babysitter of a young @clairecmc (future U.S. Senator) and her sisters.”
Iran
Quigley (D-IL-5) 11/12/2022: Tweet – “The current situation in Iran is alarming. The regime's archaic views on women and their abuse of those who criticize it must change immediately. I've signed onto legislation demanding Iran end its human rights violations and release all arbitrarily detained individuals NOW.”
Egypt
Long (R-MO-7) 11/13/2022: Tweet – “Don't forget the 400 private jets (non of them battery operated) the climate enthusiasts flew to Egypt on for #COP27 And oh, by the way just how big of a glass would it take for a $125.00 cocktail? @Starbucks doesn't even charge that... yet. Link to quoted tweetThey want us to reduce our meat and alcohol consumption, eat insects and tell farmers to reduce methane emissions in livestock, but meanwhile at #COP27 they scoff on meat and indulge on lavish cocktails. They want to control us but continue to do as they please. (Link to twitter.com)”
Pelosi (D-CA-12) 11/12/2022: Twitter thread – “Today, our Congressional delegation concluded a productive visit to #COP27, where we delivered an unmistakable message: America is all in to fight the climate crisis. Link to image Our delegation salutes @POTUS – under his visionary leadership, America is accelerating our transition to a clean energy future and making progress on our commitment to future generations: that we will pass on the planet in a responsible, sustainable way. President Biden's well-acclaimed address to the conference offered a unifying call for collective action to save the planet – renewing optimism in our nation and around the world. Link to image Our Members had the opportunity to meet again with Foreign Minister and #COP27 President Sameh Shoukry of Egypt, expressing our gratitude for his leadership in convening this extraordinary gathering. Link to image It was a privilege to meet with NGO and civil society leaders to discuss human rights and the climate crisis. Many meeting participants highlighted the impacts of climate disaster in their communities and offered valuable insight that will help guide future action. Link to image Our delegation returns to Washington re-energized to continue our fight for the ambitious and necessary climate action our world needs now. Nothing can deter @HouseDemocrats from our urgent mission to save the planet. Pelosi Statement on the Conclusion of COP27... | speaker.gov”
Stansbury (D-NM-1) 11/12/2022: Tweet – “As #COP27 continues, I'm proud that New Mexico and @GovMLG are leading the way by modernizing our infrastructure and electric grid, protecting our lands & waters, & curbing our emissions. This work is about our communities! Gov. to travel to climate summit being held in Egypt... | abqjournal.com”
Turkey
Long (R-MO-7) 11/13/2022: Tweet – “Large explosion rocks central Istanbul street | CNN”
Pakistan
McCaul (R-TX-10) 11/12/2022: Twitter thread – “LR @RepMcCaul: "This is exactly why I sent a letter to the head of the Office of Global Women's Issues at @Statedept to conduct oversight over their response to the Taliban's repression of women and girls in Afghanistan in the wake of the disastrous withdrawal last year." Link to quoted tweetMeanwhile, as I was leaving Islamabad, I heard reports women are no longer allowed in parks in Afghanistan. If true, this makes no sense. Read the letter and release here ⬇️ McCaul Calls For Oversight Of State For Women and Girls Forgotten Following Afghanistan Withdrawal - Committee on Foreign Affairs”
Jewish, Anti-semitism
Mfume (D-MD-7) 11/12/2022: Tweet – “I want to thank faith leaders in our community for spending the afternoon with me and for taking time away from their churches, synagogues & mosques to discuss the implications of this week's historic midterm elections. #Maryland #Baltimore #faith #community #leaders #election Link to image”
Schatz (D-HI) 11/12/2022: Twitter thread – “Thanks labor. Thanks grassroots democrats. Thanks native voters, thanks black voters, thanks women, thanks LGBTQI voters, thanks gun safety voters. Thanks students. Thanks climate voters. Thanks AAPI voters, thanks everyone of every background. Thanks Latino voters. Thanks suburban parents. Thanks organizers. Thank campaign staff. Thank donors. Thank door knockers. Link to reply@brianschatz Thanks fellow Jews! 🥰 @erinbiba Yes Jews too that just felt odd since I'm one.”
Afghanistan
Malinowski (D-NJ-7) 11/13/2022: In reply to TweetThere are young LGBTQI+ Afghan refugees alive tonight in Western countries because of the actions and care of Congressman Tom @Malinowski. He is a fighter for freedom and human rights. We will never forget his service to the LGBTQI community. He's a patriot! – “@JoeandBullish Thank you Joe! Still more work to do.”
Waltz (R-FL-6) 11/12/2022: Tweet – “I'll have your back on the Hill @derrickvanorden. Just like I did in Afghanistan. Link to image Link to quoted tweet@michaelgwaltz I am so stoked to be working with you again. The last time I looked like this in Afghanistan: (Link to twitter.com)”