Hi friends,
There’s a dizzying amount of news coming out of Washington—and across the country—right now. I know it can be easy to feel anxious, overwhelmed or confused. So I wanted to drop a line to check in.
And as we reflect on the last year in Washington, let’s remember that we have a lot to be proud of.
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We passed the American Rescue Plan, sending stimulus checks to American families, cutting child poverty in half, extending unemployment insurance, offering relief for renters and homeowners, and more.
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We passed a historic, bipartisan infrastructure package that doesn’t just repair our nation’s crumbling infrastructure, but creates good union jobs, addresses climate change, and advances equity.
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We have confirmed federal judges at a record pace, building a diverse, deeply experienced judicial bench.
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America’s economy improved more in the first 12 months of President Biden’s history than any president in the past 50 years.
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More than 200 million Americans are fully vaccinated, and all Americans aged 5 and older are eligible to receive the vaccine at no cost.
Thank you for your steadfast support, and for staying active and engaged. None of this would be possible without you.
Ask anyone and they will tell you: I’m an optimist.
So as we look ahead to 2022, I remain hopeful. The road ahead may be daunting, but we’ve never shied away from a tough fight. And we won’t start now.
Wishing you a safe and happy holiday season,
Kirsten
P.S. One last reminder: Make sure to take care of yourself, whatever that means for you. Read a book. Watch a corny Christmas movie. Get outside and stretch your legs. Take a break from Twitter. Check in with loved ones.
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