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As our communities and economy have been ravaged by COVID-19, the country has come together to recognize the sacrifices of those filling essential roles to keep our nation safe and moving forward.
Reader thanks Rep. Johnson for climate legislation:
Members of Congress often take heat from people who disagree with their actions or statements. It's only fitting, then, that they hear some appreciation for the good things they do.
Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse (D-R.I.), Sen. Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) and Rep. Hank Johnson (D-Ga.) sent a letter to Barrett on April 16 calling for her to voluntarily recuse herself from the case, saying that "statute, constitutional case law, and common sense all would seem to require" it.
"The room was filled with emotion and gratitude," said Georgia Rep. Hank Johnson. "Black lives mattered to this jury. And I'm very gratified at the verdict, very happy at the swiftness of the verdict. ... It's a vindication of justice in America."
DECATUR, GA – On Saturday, April 17, Congressman Hank Johnson (GA-04) hosted House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) for an Instagram Live event to discuss the American Rescue Plan, The American Jobs Plan, vaccines and the Jan. 6 riot and its aftermath.
To watch the episode, click HERE.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Hank Johnson (GA-04) released the following statement after the jury returned a guilty verdict in the trial of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin, who was charged with second-degree unintentional murder, third-degree murder, and second-degree manslaughter surrounding the death of George Floyd.
"Our Community Health Centers have always been the go-to source for my constituents seeking quality, affordable health care and now they are critical players in our response to COVID-19," Rep. Hank Johnson, whose district includes these health centers, said in a news release.