Eric Sorensen
@ERICSORENSEN
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U.S. Congressman serving my hometown #IL17. TV Meteorologist/climate guy for 22+ years. Official: @RepEricSorensen 🇺🇸🏳️🌈🌎
Rockford, Quad Cities, Peoria
Joined July 2007
Friends, my official accounts are live! Make sure to give me a follow for updates about how we're working for Central & NW Illinois (plus some fun office moments and weather updates too!). ✅ @RepEricSorensen here and on Instagram. ✅ “Congressman Eric Sorensen” on Facebook
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My pronouns are he/him, I believe in science, and I support Dr. Fauci. @elonmusk’s continued bad actions kept me from buying a @Tesla and now I am ecstatic to have a @UAW-made @chevrolet Bolt EUV in my driveway!
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If you disagree with scientists about science, it’s not really a disagreement. You’re actually just incorrect. Science is not truth, it’s the process of finding the truth. When science evolves, it didn’t lie to you, it learned more.
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Encouraging kids to be who they are is suicide prevention.
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As the only Meteorologist in Congress, I am appalled that I was never included in any of the secret meetings about manipulating Hurricane Helene to only affect certain people before the election. 😵💫😵💫😵💫
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I am so incredibly proud to welcome @SarahEMcBride to the 119th Congress. As others get off on peddling their hate, we are here to do good for our neighbors and our country. 🇺🇸
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🚨BREAKING: The battle for the House is taking place here in #IL17 where this race is a dead heat! I’m running against an anti-choice extremist who moved here just to run for this seat. Retweet this and give me a follow so we defeat Esther King!.
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Hate to break it to extreme Republicans, I grew up gay without anyone taking me to a drag show.
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It’s not even 11 o’clock on Thursday morning and every Republican left the House and went home.
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It’s nearly 2023 and I still don’t feel comfortable holding the hand of my partner in public. My LGBTQ+ brothers and sisters are victims of hate at an extremely high rate, just for being who they are. In Congress, I’ll work to increase safety for all. @MomsDemand.
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I spent 22 years as a Broadcast Meteorologist communicating severe weather & climate. Could someone explain to me why George Santos is qualified to be on the science committee, let alone be in Congress?.
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Devastating news in Colorado Springs where 23 people were shot at an LGBTQ club overnight, according to Police. As we pray for those fighting for life, we must use loud voices to stand up against hate. Our country must turn down the hateful rhetoric aimed at our LGBTQ community.
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Headed to DC to join up with my colleagues for the start of the 118th Congress to get the work done for the American people.
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After a two minute standing ovation by Congress, an impassioned speech by the President of Ukraine. “Your money is not charity. It is an investment in global security and democracy,” he said.
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In one week, there will be a Meteorologist in the U.S. Congress.
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If you want to see all the factories close, watch your neighbors lose their jobs, and John Deere go out of business after 187 years, by all means vote for Donald Trump and his tariffs.
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Our Christmas postcard from this year’s Holiday Party at the White House. Whether you’re a fan o @JoeBiden or not, I can tell you he is incredibly kind. And that’s probably the most important trait a leader can have IMHO. On more than one occasion he told Shawn and me, “keep
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I will not vote for any member of Dem leadership until they commit 100% support for every LGBTQ+ person. We mustn’t omit vulnerable people because an opposing party vilified them in an election.
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I am unbelievably proud to have my family here on my first day in Congress. Can’t wait to get to work for you! (Hopefully, Republicans can get their act together and elect a Speaker tomorrow.)
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Thing about @RepNancyMace is the fact that literally no one likes her. She sits alone in votes and no GOP members will walk with her or even acknowledge her. Explains a lot about the toddler-temper-tantrum as @SarahEMcBride is so welcomed on Capitol Hill.
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Pro Tip: Always pick the window seat coming into Chicago.
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I am honored to be the Congressman-Elect for Illinois’ 17th Congressional District, a place I've called home nearly my entire life. To the wonderful people of Central & Northwest Illinois – this is for you.
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I thought I was the only Meteorologist in Congress.
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Thank you to all members of Congress who voted to enshrine my ability to be married to the partner I love. Last month, Illinois voted me to become its first elected LGBTQ member of Congress. Now is the time to lead with acceptance, tolerance, and love. 🌈
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To think: Our country begins its day with no Representatives in Congress. The 117th is concluded and until the 118th begins, everyone is a ‘Member Elect.’.
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No President has ever called the United States of America the world’s garbage can. We must see to it he is never elected again as well as gaining Democratic House Majority in case he is.
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My name is Eric Sorensen and I'm running to become the first Meteorologist in Congress in nearly 50 years. As we continue to fail to act on climate, it’s essential the science communicator in #IL17 is elected in Nov. Can you RT & follow to help us grow our team and get to 10K?.
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Driving an EV in extreme cold: .🚘No worry about it starting.🚘No waiting for the engine to warm up for heat to work.🚘Stuck in traffic? No idling (wasting energy).🚘Distributed battery weight helps with traction.🚘No shifting gears means less slipping on ice. Should I go on?
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My bipartisan legislation to secure the border and find more fentanyl (coming mostly from China) never made it to the House floor for a vote. Why?. The GOP has never wanted to solve the problems that are most effective for their own campaigns. I’ve known this…and now, the Senior.
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As some states enact laws that punish LGBTQ people, the people of Illinois send a strong message that we reject hate and welcome everyone.
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Donald Trump said that he was talking with Barack Obama “back stage” at Jimmy Carter’s funeral. Thing is, churches and cathedrals don’t have stages. They have altars. Why am I the only one who noticed?.
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Who doesn’t know the difference between seasons and climate? Thank GOD there’s a Meteorologist in Congress.
Lauren Boebert: “I’m not here to deny climate change. It’s real. It happens 4 times every year.”
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When people yell and scream that Democrats are ignoring the problem at the border:.
President Biden has requested $13.6 billion for border enforcement & migration management, increasing the Border Patrol by 1,300, judge teams by 375 and asylum officers by 1600 to expedite the screening process, and critical drug detection technology.
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@ArkDems Who else loves to see kids speaking up about the future they’re going to inherit? 👋.
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Texas and Florida (states with extreme governors) are now banning colleges and universities from programs meant to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion. If you don’t think it’s wrong, read it again. If you want change, use your voice and vote them all out.
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I’m on Capitol Hill this week, meeting colleagues and attending training sessions ahead of the 118th Congress which begins on January 3, 2023. I am incredibly grateful to serve the people in my home district, #IL17.
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This morning, I stood alongside these brave young children who lost their father after the insurrection two years ago today. I am forever grateful democracy stood on that day and I will stand up every day in Congress to do what I can to strengthen it.
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Elon Musk and Rupert Murdoch, all cozy. Is it really a surprise?.
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Rule 3,887: Never elect a President who is proud to congratulate Vladimir Putin. #disqualified #cognitivedecline.
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Heading back to Washington to cast my vote to keep the economy running and democracy afloat.
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I am proud to be the Chief Meteorologist and climate communicator in Congress. I have always been a trusted neighbor who believes in using data, value, and science to solve problems instead of partisan politics. Our kids and grandkids deserve the best we can give them.
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This year, more political candidates used explicit homophobia, transphobia, racism, antisemitism, and conspiracies in campaigns. While some found electoral success, politics like this is leading to acts of discrimination and violence. We must reject these acts completely.
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Not a day goes by that I don’t reflect on the honor of having your trust to work in this place. For decades as your Meteorologist, looking out for families in bad weather. And now as a Representative of my home state and for my hometown. While It’s not lost on me that the
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On the eve of the 15th anniversary of the deadly NIU mass shooting that killed six at my alma mater, a new mass shooting tonight on the campus of Michigan State University in Lansing. Thoughts and prayers are needed tonight. Action was needed yesterday.
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While the least-educated among us argue against the validity of changing climate, my Midwestern district has a risk of tornadoes and damaging hail on January 16th.
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Just a couple of “normal gay guys” who proudly voted for @KamalaHarris and @GovTimWalz. 🇺🇸
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This guy has absolutely no idea what he’s talking about. Instead of asking the Meteorologist in Congress for the basics, he goes full-on extremist. If only the other side wanted to solve real problems and actually govern. 🤷.
Burchett: The wind doesn’t always blow and the sun doesn’t always shine. We’re done with all this nonsense
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Here’s why pronouns are so important. For transgender people, in their life journey, changing a pronoun marks a decision in life on when and how they want to be referred. Non-trans people who use pronouns are just showing acceptance and understanding. What’s wrong with that?.
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5 years ago today. (He never called.).Now I’m going to Congress to get the work done.
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I’m not sure I can put the broken pieces of our government together, but I was successful with these nightstands! #SundayFunday
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Only one knows the true meaning of Christmas. ⤵️ But you already knew.
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What state is round on the sides, high in the middle, and will allow women to control their own bodies?. O-HI-O!.
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We are going to make history today as Illinois elects it’s first LGBTQ member of Congress ever! #IL17.
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To everyone who exercised their civic duty in this election: thank you for participating in our democracy. I will never subscribe to the politics of hate and division because I believe in serving EVERYONE. Now it’s time to get to work because YOU matter.
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Help me become the state of Illinois’ first openly gay member of Congress.
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This is what happens when Medicare can negotiate the price of medicines! . 💊Eliquis: $521 ➡️ $231.💊Jardiance: $573➡️ $197.💊Xarelto: $517➡️ $197.💊Januvia: $527 ➡️ $113.💊Farxiga: $556 ➡️ $179.💊Entresto: $628 ➡️ $295.💊Enbrel: $7,106 ➡️ $2,325.💊Imbruvica: $14,934 ➡️ $9,319.
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I met @JohnFetterman at the White House last month and told him how proud I was of his perseverance. I mean it today every bit as much as I did then.
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If we could just get a Speaker who’s not an election denier, that’d be great.
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Thinking of former President Carter and the entire Carter family. We are so grateful for his contributions to our country and dedication to service.
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The storm is in Washington and I won’t just warn you of what’s ahead, I’ll help you fight back. #IL17
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Click the 🤍 if you're ready to keep Congress blue on November 8th!.
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New Orleans is about to run out of drinking water because salt water is coming up the Mississippi from the Gulf into the intake due to historic drought. Why aren’t Newscasters & Meteorologists helping their audiences understand climate change’s impact on us today? #ClimateCrisis.
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Every Midwesterner when it’s sunny and 50° in February.
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RIP to the party of “family values.”.
“When he became Speaker. he said… go read the bible, that's what I stand for. Today he's at the courthouse defending the guy who's on trial for allegedly paying off a porn star for the alleged affair he had while his wife was home with his infant son”
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You’re the parent of a child who receives gender affirming health care in Washington state. Now a politician in Texas wants to see your child’s personal medical records so they can punish you. It was never about states rights. It’s about control.
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My opponent was asked by WQAD, “What’s one thing you can do to bring jobs back?” Her answer, “China released a virus that killed millions of Americans.” . The answer’s easy for me: I will invest in sustainable, union jobs to meet the demands of the next generation here in #IL17.
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I was looking forward to meeting with @SecretaryPete tomorrow to talk about securing funding for #IL17’s 4 commercial airports, rebuilding highways and bridges, and expanding passenger rail. But until Republicans elect a Speaker, I can’t be sworn in, and the work can’t get done.
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They’ll lie and lie and lie, then in a week tell everyone they didn’t say what they said. And none of them will bring a bill to the floor we can work together on. Worthless bureaucrats.
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Non-political post: Just a dog with his most prized-possession 🎾 in the snow. (And two seconds of the other dog saying “screw this snow.”)
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Hey America: the population of Dixon, Illinois is just under 16,000 and this is what #pride2023 looks like! . In Illinois, we welcome, embrace, and represent everyone. 🏳️🌈
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It is the honor of my life not only to be the first out LGBTQ member of Congress to represent our state, but to represent my hometown in Congress. Today was Rockford’s first ever Pride parade and no amount of rain could ever break our Pride! 🏳️🌈 #IL17
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After the school shooting massacre in Nashville, three Tennessee lawmakers led a weeks-long protest for gun safety. Today, two were expelled from their jobs in the legislature just because the other side didn’t agree with them. 🧵1/4.
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As Republicans get more and more extreme, Democrats fight for the people and get the work done.
Republican Congressman Rick Allen wants to cut Social Security by raising the retirement age because people "want to work more". Do you think Rick Allen has ever talked to a person with a real job in his life?
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When will we realize it’s not enough, throwing up our hands and saying “Isn’t that a shame?” every time a mass shooting happens.
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Most times, nothing’s better than a good old PB&J. Am I right?
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Raise your hand if you’re ready for Congress to get to work.
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What if signs like these told drivers where EV chargers were available? And what if we developed the infrastructure at interstate rest areas?
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MTG. That’s the reason the speaker pro tempore had to gavel asking for order *twice* while Jared Golden addressed the House on the gun massacre in his hometown of Lewiston, Maine. She looked up to the front and still continued her conversation with other House GOP members in.
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The House of Representatives just elected a Speaker who doesn’t believe people like us should have the right to be married. Neighbors in #IL17 believe otherwise. Bigotry and hate have no place in our nation’s government.
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Does she mean the times I was constantly bullied at my Christian school for growing up gay? Or do you think it was the time at 26 when I was threatened to be fired if I didn’t go back in the closet?
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Spending as much time as I can with my little buddy before I go back to Washington tonight. He would hate me if he found out I put this picture of him on the internet. haha
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Glued to the TV in school, a 9 year-old me watched as the first teacher in Space blasted off aboard Space Shuttle Challenger on January 28, 1986. I can still vividly recall the crackle of the precise moment of the explosion, right before my own teacher turned off the TV. 1/.
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As the only Meteorologist in Congress, you better believe I have all of my snow gear in DC. 100% chance I’ll be at the Capitol to do the Constitution’s work Monday. In my previous life, I lived 8 blocks from the TV station and always went live on social on my trek in. Stay.
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An example for all of us, readying ourselves for whatever is next. Thank you, President Jimmy Carter.
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212.212.212.212.212.212.212.212.212.212.212. House Democrats remain united and strong, ready to get to work.
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If a member of the media can’t speak out against a Nazi salute, what can one speak out on? . To Kuffel: get a lawyer. Shame on you @CBS58.
CBS 58 meteorologist Sam Kuffel is out after criticizing Elon Musk arm gesture with @DanielBice.
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As right-wing extremists drive us toward the cliff, a reminder Illinois elected its first LGBTQ member of Congress who’s now the Meteorologist talking sustainability to the middle of the aisle in Washington AND the middle of America. Are you with me? Let’s go!
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A company using fake cream has to label it 'Kreme.'.Fake cheese has to be spelled 'Cheez.'.So why not make Fox call themselves 'Nooz?'.
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Coincidence DeSantis is visiting Illinois and this is at our Moline, Illinois Walgreens? Nah, around here #WeSayGay
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Even though there’s one person who doesn’t think an LGBTQ Meteorologist who talks about the science of climate change should be on the air, I’ll be on again tomorrow (and probably extra gay).
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Took a direct hit from tornado at my folks in Williams Bay WI. We are okay.
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Biden was right at home in Belvidere, Illinois today where we will add 3K good paying, union jobs. God, it feels good to be fired up and ready to go! 👊.
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