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Subject See what we added to the Database this summer
Date September 9, 2019 2:05 PM
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[1]Don't miss out on the facts in the back-to-school scramble!

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Last month we added 4,840 new statements, 155 new bills & resolutions, and
tracked new endorsements for the 2020 presidential race! Want to follow the
news without all the spin? You'll find that here; in our research wrap-up
for the summer.

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HOT TOPICS

Disaster Relief Funds

In the wake of Hurricane Dorian, find out what your representatives have to
say about the diversion of disaster relief funds [4]here.

Gun Policy

Even over the August recess, Congress is still in the thick of gun policy
debates. Find out what they're saying [5]here.

"Red flag" gun control bills are a big part of the discussion -- did you
see our in-depth explainer email? If not, check it out [6]here.

Hong Kong Protests

The massive protests in Hong Kong haven't ceased since they began in June.
Find out what Congress thinks about the protests [7]here.

VOTES

Defense Funding and Policy

The Senate voted on a bill appropriating funds and setting policy for the
Department of Defense, military construction, and the Department of
Energy's national security programs. Learn about the vote [8]here.

House Resolution 246

The US House voted on a resolution disapproving the Global Boycott,
Divestment, and Sanctions Movement, and urging Israel to exist alongside
Palestine. See more of our coverage [9]here.

House Resolution 3239

The House voted 233-195 to pass a bill requiring health and hygiene
standards for undocumented immigrants in US Customs and Border Protection
custody. Do you know how your representatives voted? Find out [10]here.

Endorsements

We cover the ratings and endorsements of over 1,500 special interest groups
- a sampling is below. Check out all of the special interests [11]here.

The United Electrical Radio and Machine Workers

Find out more about [12]The United Electrical Radio and Machine Workers of
America, who endorsed Bernie Sanders in the 2020 presidential race last
week, then [13]check out the rest of his ratings and endorsements.

The Asian and Latino Coalition

The [14]Asian and Latino Coalition, an Iowa-based interest group, has
endorsed Kamala Harris in the upcoming presidential election. Click
[15]here to learn more about her endorsements.

Firefighters' Associations

Both the [16]International Association of Firefighters and the [17]Iowa
Professional Firefighters have endorsed Joe Biden in the 2020 presidential
election. Click [18]here to see all of his ratings and endorsements.

The Log Cabin Republicans

Learn about [19]The Log Cabin Republicans, who recently endorsed President
Trump for reelection in 2020, then see the rest of his ratings [20]here.

Thanks for following along with us this month. We'll be back with more
updates soon. Until then, keep up with the latest information on the
[21]Vote Smart blog.

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accurate information about candidates, elected officials, and key pieces of
legislation. By providing information in an easy and accessible manner,
Vote Smart believes that citizens can better defend themselves from the
questionable rhetoric and misrepresentation that characterizes present-day
political campaigns.

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