Update from Rep. Ralph Norman

July 2, 2020

In This Email

1. Outrage Over Destruction and Vandalism
2. Defunding Police is Not the Answer
3. Supporting Efforts to Help Law Enforcement
4. Victory for Religious Liberties
5. Washington, DC Should Not Be a State
6. Important Tele-Town Hall on July 30th
7. Do you need assistance with the government?

Outrage Over Destruction and Vandalism

In cities across the nation, rioters have been tearing down America's monuments and causing chaos, often with impunity. These are criminal acts that must be stopped. Failure (or refusal) to do so only encourages lawlessness, and emboldens those who are trying to bring destruction and harm to our cities.

Defunding Police is Not the Answer

Incredibly, calls to “defund the police” are actually gaining traction in dozens of cities with far-left local governments.  Friends, we cannot maintain peace and order by eliminating the only people in our society sworn to uphold the law. Our focus should be on how to improve the bond between law enforcement and those they serve, not how to get rid of it.

Supporting Efforts to Help Law Enforcement

Sen. Tim Scott from South Carolina has proposed an excellent bill called the JUSTICE Act, which would improve training, relationships, and transparency for our law enforcement agencies. In fact, I've co-sponsored a companion bill in the House of Representatives. Unfortunately, Sen. Scott's effort was blocked by liberals in the Senate, bringing this important effort to an indefinite stalemate.

Victory for Religious Liberties

This is the time of year when the Supreme Court delivers many of its decisions, just before recessing for the summer. Among those was a ruling which was excellent news for religious schools, and those who value religious liberties and our First Amendment.

Washington, DC Should Not Be a State

There were very good reasons why our Founding Fathers wanted the seat of our federal government to be a district, not a state. Despite this, House Democrat Leadership recently scheduled a vote on a bill that would turn Washington, D.C. into a tiny new state with a population less than Charlotte and 17x smaller than Rhode Island. Plus it would be entitled two new U.S. Senators. Fortunately, this effort is unlikely to move forward in the Senate.

Important Tele-Town Hall on July 30th

Please join me on Thursday, July 30th at 6:00 PM ET for a live telephone town hall. I'll be providing an important update from Congress, discussing recent legislation, and taking as many questions from callers as time will permit.

There is no cost to participate, and it's easy to register. Simply visit my website or click the button below to sign up, and we'll call you directly when the event begins at 6 PM on Thursday, July 30th.

Do you need assistance with the government?

If you have questions about legislation in Congress, my D.C. office is here to help.  In just the last year, we've responded to over 27,000 inquiries from constituents.

Separate from legislation, if you're having trouble with any branch of the federal government, or if you just aren't sure where to turn for help, my congressional office in Rock Hill is ready to assist you.

The most important job I have in Congress is to help folks here at home in South Carolina. Please don't hesitate to reply to this email or click the button below if I can be of any assistance.

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Rep. Ralph Norman (SC-5)

319 Cannon HOB

Washington, DC 20515

(202) 225-5501