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Suzan DelBene, currently serving in the U.S. Congress representing Washington's 1st district since 2012, has been vocal on various issues through her recent tweets. Born in Selma, Alabama, and now residing in Medina, DelBene is known for her commitment to voting rights and labor laws.

On March 7, 2025, Rep. Suzan DelBene announced her participation with colleagues in reintroducing the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act. She emphasized the importance of repealing restrictive voting laws to ensure that "every American’s voice is heard at the ballot box." "This week, I joined my colleagues in reintroducing the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act so we can repeal restrictive voting laws & ensure every American’s voice is heard at the ballot box."

The same day, DelBene shared her experience attending an event in Selma to commemorate Bloody Sunday. She highlighted its significance as a pivotal moment in the fight for voting rights and stressed the ongoing necessity of protecting these rights even six decades later. "In Selma to commemorate the anniversary of Bloody Sunday, a key moment in the fight for voting rights. 60 years later, we must continue fighting to protect everyone’s right to vote."

On March 9, 2025, she addressed issues concerning workers' rights by expressing support for the PRO Act. According to DelBene, Republicans and big corporations have been undermining workers' ability to collectively bargain for better conditions. She advocates for leveling the playing field and growing the middle class through this legislation. "Republicans & big corporations continue to undermine workers & their ability to collectively bargain for better pay, benefits, & working conditions. I’m supporting the PRO Act so we can level the playing field & grow the middle class."