Eleanor Holmes Norton
Eleanor Holmes Norton is a prominent American lawyer and politician serving as the non-voting delegate to the United States House of Representatives for the District of Columbia since 1991. Norton is known for her advocacy for D.C. statehood and civil rights, and she has played a significant role in legislation pertaining to the district's budget and autonomy. Recently, she was in the news for her opposition to a GOP government funding bill that could potentially cut $1.1 billion from Washington, D.C.'s budget.
Born on Jun 13, 1937 (88 years old)
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Delegate Eleanor Holmes Norton, also a Democrat, agreed that the president's abuses are evidence of the urgent need for D.C. statehood.
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Russia:
Eleanor Holmes Norton accused the president of a 'counterproductive and escalatory seizure of resources'.
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United Kingdom:
Eleanor Holmes Norton stated that D.C. residents are worthy and capable of governing themselves without interference from federal officials.
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United Kingdom:
Eleanor Holmes Norton has criticized the military parade as a performative event that will not serve any legitimate purpose.
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United Kingdom:
Eleanor Holmes Norton condemned the military parade for its expected impact on the city’s roads and criticized its purpose.
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United States:
Eleanor Holmes Norton is the Democrat and nonvoting delegate for Washington, D.C., who has been noted for her decline in public speaking abilities.
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United States:
Rep. Eleanor Holmes Norton, who represents Washington DC, noted that the bill would limit the District of Columbia’s spending.
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