Marie Newman tweeted the following:
"The GOP needs to get on board with the more than 90% of Americans who want universal background checks NOW.Its time they listen to their own constituents not the NRA."Read on Twitter
Here are other recent tweets from Marie Newman:
"This year, Republicans have voted AGAINST:Universal background checksIncreasing access to baby formulaLegislation to prevent domestic terrorismAffordable child careAffordable Insulin Now ActExpanded Child Tax Credit Don't let them tell you they're "pro-life."" on May 26Read on Twitter
"Earlier this year, I wrote an op-ed outlining how the lack of federal action leaves states like Illinois vulnerable to illegal gun trafficking.Without universal background checks, local laws are only as good as our neighboring states'.We MUST act now.chicagotribune.com/opinion/commen" on May 25Read on Twitter
"Do you know what the leading cause of death is among children in America? Guns.You read that right. If you have a child in America, they are more likely to die from a gun than any other cause.It is damn well past time to bring #GunViolencePrevention bills to the Senate floor." on May 25Read on Twitter
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