FL-27 Newsletter Vol. 118, Issue #10 Dear Friends/Amigos, Thank you for allowing me to bring you this brief weekly update. It is an honor to represent you in Congress. This week, the House of Representatives took action on protecting Americans' right to free speech, removing red tape for small businesses, and demanded transparency on the origins of COVID-19. I also took time to recognize and reflect on the power of President Reagan's "Evil Empires" speech, four decades after it was given. I also announced new legislation that will ensure our youth are able to receive accurate information on how pernicious socialism really is (more on that below). As always, I invite you to connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter, to get the latest from Washington and from across our district. Sincerely/Atentamente, Maria Elvira Salazar U.S. Representative (FL-27) DECADES AFTER REAGAN'S 'EVIL EMPIRE' SPEECH, CONGRESS SAYS NO TO SOCIALISM! This week, I joined Rachel Campos-Duffy and my South Florida colleague, Rep. Carlos Giménez, on Fox & Friends at the Victims of Communism Museum to reflect on the 40th anniversary of President Reagan's "Evil Empire" speech. Last month, my resolution condemning the atrocities committed in the name of the socialist perversion passed the U.S. House of Representatives in a vote of 328-86. In doing so, we showed the world that the war on individual liberty will not be won here in the United States. Looking forward, I am excited to announce that I will be working to reintroduce my bill, the Crucial Communism Teaching (CCT) Act, this Congress. If enacted, it would make materials from the Victims of Communism Memorial Foundation available to teach high school students the evils of socialism and communism. Click on the image above to watch the full interview! MY TRIP TO THE U.S. SOUTHERN BORDER This week, I joined my colleagues on a trip to Eagle Pass, TX, to assess the current humanitarian and security crisis at our southern border. What I found was troubling and truly heartbreaking. Click here to see a summary of the cartel drones invading our airspace. Click here to see a summary of the trip and my visit to the Rio Grande. I will continue to ensure this topic remains front and center in Congress as the brave men and women of Border Patrol risk their lives for our safety and security. CALLING ALL FL-27 HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS: ENTER YOUR ARTWORK INTO THE CONGRESSIONAL ART COMPETITION! Applications are OPEN for the 2023 Congressional Art Competition! Every year, Members of Congress receive thousands of pieces of artwork from up-and-coming artists from high schools across the United States for the Artistic Discovery Contest. The winner will get a chance to display their artwork in the U.S. Capitol for thousands of fellow Americans to see! Entries are due in-person at our Miami District Office (3951 NW 7th St., Bay F) by April 28, 2023. For more information on the rules and requirements of the competition, scan the QR code above or click here. Questions can be directed to Leslie Collazo at [email protected]. CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA! The best way to keep up with my work in Washington is to stay connected on social media. Click the logos below to find my social media pages! ‌ ‌ ‌ Have questions? Reach me at: [link removed] Washington, D.C. 2162 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 Phone: (202) 225-3931 Miami, FL 3951 NW 7th St, Bay F Miami, FL 33126 Phone: (305) 668-2285 Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar | 2162 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington, DC 20515 Unsubscribe [email protected] Update Profile | Constant Contact Data Notice Sent by [email protected]