"I stand ready to work with my colleagues in Congress to do what is necessary to make clear that Ukraine is not alone in its fight to retain its sovereignty and that our nation and its leaders stand firmly and unmistakably on the side of democracy."Read on Twitter
Here are other recent tweets from Bobby L. Rush:
"I am also praying for Chicagos vibrant Ukrainian community and for their loved ones in Europe who may be impacted by this war.Ukraine must know that the American people and the American government stand unequivocally with them during this time of crisis."Read on Twitter
"I support the sanctions @POTUS, in close coordination with our allies, has already imposed. Should Russia continue down this dangerous path, I am confident the US & our allies will swiftly impose increasingly severe consequences to cripple Russias economy & strategic interests."Read on Twitter
"Today is a dark, dark day. Under preposterous and false pretenses, Vladimir Putin has chosen to invade a sovereign democratic nation, a critical and strategic ally of the United States. My heart goes out to the people of Ukraine. I am praying for their safety. "Read on Twitter