Democratic senators have used Twitter to share their reactions to today’s Supreme Court decision upholding the Affordable Care Act. See below for a sampling of senators’ tweets. You can follow all Senate Democrats using this Twitter list.
Soon, every man woman & child in America will have access to health insurance they can afford & vital care they need: bit.ly/OzwFbs
— Senator Harry Reid (@SenatorReid) June 28, 2012
Today’s #SCOTUS ruling on #ACA is a victory for the health care security and stability of Washington families. –PM #HCR
— Senator Patty Murray (@PattyMurray) June 28, 2012
A great day for America! #ACA
— Tom Harkin (@SenatorHarkin) June 28, 2012
#SCOTUS ACA decision shows the time for fighting over healthcare validity is over. Congress shd focus on #1 issue: jobs
— Chuck Schumer (@ChuckSchumer) June 28, 2012
More on @msnbctv “I hope Democrats and Republicans will continue to work together to provide affordable healthcare for all Americans. “- Ben
— Senator Ben Cardin (@SenatorCardin) June 28, 2012
Today’s decision creates a clear path forward. We must now focus on how to best deliver affordable, high-quality care for every American.
— Senator Jeff Merkley (@SenJeffMerkley) June 28, 2012
#SCOTUS #ACA decision is a big win for #VTers and millions of Americans who have long been victimized by a flawed health care system
— Sen. Patrick Leahy (@SenatorLeahy) June 28, 2012
All Americans should have access to health care. Today, the Supreme Court validated that principle by upholding the Affordable Care Act.
— Sheldon Whitehouse (@SenWhitehouse) June 28, 2012
The #SCOTUS decision today is great news for America’s families, who deserve affordable health care. #ACA
— Sen. Barbara Boxer (@SenatorBoxer) June 28, 2012
#SCOTUS #ACA ruling is a #victory for lower health care costs and greater access to quality care for all New Jerseyans and all Americans.
— Sen. Robert Menendez (@SenatorMenendez) June 28, 2012
The #ACA is already making #healthcare more affordable, accessible, and reliable for thousands of Arkansans: healthcare.gov/law/resources/…
— Senator Mark Pryor (@SenMarkPryor) June 28, 2012
Today #ObamaCare became #AmericaCare & I will fight GOP efforts to turn back the clock on affordable, accessible health care 4 all Americans
— Sen. Robert Menendez (@SenatorMenendez) June 28, 2012
Impt scotus decision/now critics need to end scare tactics/propose something! bit.ly/N7mpRU #ACA #SCOTUS
— John Kerry (@JohnKerry) June 28, 2012
Historic Supreme Court decision means access to affordable health insurance is finally a reality for Californians. bit.ly/LRyBHf
— Sen Dianne Feinstein (@SenFeinstein) June 28, 2012
I applaud today’s decision to uphold the health care reform law. This is a huge win for South Dakotans and the nation. johnson.senate.gov/public/index.c…
— Senator Tim Johnson (@SenJohnsonSD) June 28, 2012
Carl statement on SCOTUS ruling: “Important step toward universal health care.” FULL STATEMENT: levin.senate.gov/newsroom/press…
— Senator Carl Levin (@SenCarlLevin) June 28, 2012
Now, after #ACA decision, let’s come together 2 solve problems, strengthen the economy and create more jobs leahy.senate.gov/press/press_re…
— Sen. Patrick Leahy (@SenatorLeahy) June 28, 2012
“today’s decision ensures middle class families will have access to invaluable patient protection”- Ben twitter.com/SenatorCardin/…
— Senator Ben Cardin (@SenatorCardin) June 28, 2012
Glad #SCOTUS affirmed the constitutionality of #ACA. Now, let’s get back to focusing on #jobs. bit.ly/MVBVnl #HCR #COPolitics #COjobs
— Mark Udall (@MarkUdall) June 28, 2012
#SCOTUS upholding #HCR is a victory for all Americans that will give #RI families access to more affordable coverage. bit.ly/LiOVRU
— Senator Jack Reed (@SenJackReed) June 28, 2012
Thanks to #ObamaCare, 3.3 million in #NJ no longer have lifetime limit on their health benefits. #Upheld
— Frank R. Lautenberg (@FrankLautenberg) June 28, 2012
Today is a good day for millions of Americans who have pre-existing conditions who can no longer be rejected by insurance companies. -B #ACA
— Bernie Sanders (@SenSanders) June 28, 2012
I am proud of my work to make #ACA a reality. Its benefits are clear: ↓ deficit, ↑ access and affordability & improves health outcomes
— Mary Landrieu (@SenLandrieu) June 28, 2012
Statement from Senator Coons on #SCOTUS decision on Affordable Care Act bit.ly/NRW6Uj #netDE
— Office of Sen. Coons (@SenCoonsOffice) June 28, 2012
#SCOTUS #ACA decision also helps the Latino community keep the benefits they gained under the law #AmericaCare twitter.com/SenatorMenende…
— Sen. Robert Menendez (@SenatorMenendez) June 28, 2012
Today’s health care ruling ushers in a new era of affordable and accessible healthcare for all Americans…. fb.me/1Uozb8gXZ
— Ben Nelson (@SenBenNelson) June 28, 2012
This law is already helping thousands of people in #NH and it’s going to help thousands more #SCOTUS #ACA on.fb.me/N7IgbT
— Sen. Jeanne Shaheen (@SenatorShaheen) June 28, 2012