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Congresswoman Madeleine Dean

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Congresswoman serving Pennsylvania’s Fourth District of Montgomery and Berks Counties | Committees: Appropriations & Foreign Affairs | “Courage is in the air" dean.house.gov

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Congresswoman Madeleine Dean @repdean.bsky.social · 2h

House Democrats stand with Americans who cannot afford to lose their healthcare.

Three weeks into a government shutdown, and Republicans are nowhere to be found.

Speaker Johnson — call the House to session.

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Congresswoman Madeleine Dean @repdean.bsky.social · 22h

Yesterday was a sign of hope — a remarkable step forward for Israelis and Palestinians.

We must stay focused on long-term peace and restoration.

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Congresswoman Madeleine Dean @repdean.bsky.social · 1d

You can find the full article here ➡️
www.spotlightpa.org/berks/2025/1...

New SNAP work rules affect 1000s of Berks County, PA residents

Food stamp recipients will need to meet new work requirement rules on Nov. 1 because of Trump-backed changes.

www.spotlightpa.org

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Congresswoman Madeleine Dean @repdean.bsky.social · 1d

In Berks alone, more than 60,000 depend on SNAP.

Three thousand of our most vulnerable — veterans, refugees, children, and seniors — are at risk of going hungry.

They deserve better.

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Congresswoman Madeleine Dean @repdean.bsky.social · 1d

House Democrats are heading back to DC today — ready to reopen the government.

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Congresswoman Madeleine Dean @repdean.bsky.social · 2d

Today is a joyful day.

After two excruciating years of war between Israel and Hamas, there is peace in action.

My full statement:

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Congresswoman Madeleine Dean @repdean.bsky.social · 2d

Happy 250th to the U.S. Navy!

Whether at sea, in the sky, or on the ground, your service has protected us at home and abroad.

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Congresswoman Madeleine Dean @repdean.bsky.social · 4d

As we near 250 years of the United States, Independence Hall is shuttered.

Across the nation, dedicated public servants and necessary public services are left in the dark.

Speaker Johnson — call us back into session.

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Congresswoman Madeleine Dean @repdean.bsky.social · 5d

Our business leaders care deeply about our region — and I always look forward to hearing their perspectives on how we can best support economic growth and opportunities in PA.

Thank you to the Upper Perkiomen Chamber of Commerce and the Eastern Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce welcoming me.

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Congresswoman Madeleine Dean @repdean.bsky.social · 6d

Thank you to all those who tuned into tonight's virtual town hall!

I draw so much hope and inspiration from your questions, comments, and civic participation.

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Congresswoman Madeleine Dean @repdean.bsky.social · 7d

October is Substance Use Prevention Month.

This week, I joined students tackling youth mental health and substance use disorders.

As federal cuts to agencies tackling these same issues threatens millions, I'm hopeful to see so many young people fight for mental health care.

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Congresswoman Madeleine Dean @repdean.bsky.social · 8d

Two years ago, Hamas led a brutal and barbaric assault on Israel — killing and abducting innocent civilians.

Yet this week, there are peace talks.

I pray for a ceasefire, the return of all hostages, and critical humanitarian aid for Gaza.

May there be peace.

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Congresswoman Madeleine Dean @repdean.bsky.social · 8d

Today, I visited Valley Forge National Park, a beautiful landmark honoring our nation's founding.

It's also the workplace of many National Park Service employees hurt by Trump's shutdown.

Federal workers should be doing the jobs they love — not threatened with cruel layoffs.

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Congresswoman Madeleine Dean @repdean.bsky.social · 10d

We're days into a government shutdown.

Republicans in Congress must stand with Americans and protect healthcare.

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Congresswoman Madeleine Dean @repdean.bsky.social · 12d

The poorest among us will lose healthcare — in service of tax cut for the wealthiest.

That’s what House Republicans are fighting for.

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Congresswoman Madeleine Dean @repdean.bsky.social · 12d

We are two days into a government shutdown — House Republicans are nowhere in sight.

Why are they hiding?

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Congresswoman Madeleine Dean @repdean.bsky.social · 13d

A shutdown hurts American families — women, children, seniors, people with disabilities who cannot afford to lose their healthcare.

Democrats are in Washington, ready to work. I urge my House Republican colleagues to do the same.

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Congresswoman Madeleine Dean @repdean.bsky.social · 14d

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Congresswoman Madeleine Dean @repdean.bsky.social · 14d

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Congresswoman Madeleine Dean @repdean.bsky.social · 14d

A government shutdown is a confusing and unsettling time for many of us.

My office will do its best to provide accurate, up-to-date information.

Please call if you have any questions! 🧵

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Congresswoman Madeleine Dean @repdean.bsky.social · 14d

In our district alone, at least 20,000 people are at risk of losing their healthcare.

Real people with real needs will be hurt by this Republican shutdown.

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Congresswoman Madeleine Dean @repdean.bsky.social · 14d

This failure to lead lies solely with the Republican majority.

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Congresswoman Madeleine Dean @repdean.bsky.social · 15d

The government shuts down at midnight, and House Republicans are on vacation.

Democrats are in Washington ready to vote on a budget.

Mr. Speaker — call the House to order.

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Congresswoman Madeleine Dean @repdean.bsky.social · 16d

Republicans control the White House, Senate, and House of Representatives.

This is a failure to govern.

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Congresswoman Madeleine Dean @repdean.bsky.social · 18d

Government funding runs out in four days — House Republicans are on vacation.

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