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Speaker Robert Rivas
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California Assembly Speaker. Proud to represent the 29th Assembly District. Personal account.
Salinas, CA
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    Speaker Robert Rivas
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    Apr 23
    Betting on elections isn’t innovation—it’s a threat to democracy. It causes manipulation, fuels disinformation, and empowers bad actors. Kalshi and Polymarket’s political betting business models are dangerous. Democracy isn’t a sportsbook. More to come soon…
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    Speaker Robert Rivas
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    Jun 30, 2023
    Grateful to serve as the 71st Speaker of the California Assembly. I am humbled by the trust placed in me and I am proud to lead the Assembly. Let’s get to work! #caleg
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    Speaker Robert Rivas
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    May 27, 2022
    I am humbled to have received the necessary support of the Democratic Caucus to become the next Speaker of the Assembly. Our coalition represents a diverse group from across the state. #CALeg See my full statement below:
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    Speaker Robert Rivas
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    Nov 7, 2024
    In California, we are fortunate that the Democratic Party still represents and speaks for the working men and women of our state. But, we need to strengthen our commitment to every hard working Californian — people struggling to make ends meet, holding down multiple jobs, or in
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    Speaker Robert Rivas
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    Nov 11, 2022
    Today, the Assembly Democratic Caucus voted unanimously to elect Assemblymember Robert Rivas as the 71st Speaker of the California State Assembly. See our statement below. ⤵️
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    Speaker Robert Rivas
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    Dec 1, 2023
    Proud of our Governor. We know we have work to do - but the California Dream is still the American Dream.
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    Speaker Robert Rivas
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    Oct 10, 2022
    I condemn the hateful, racist remarks made by several Los Angeles leaders. Such remarks have no place in either public OR private discourse. Serious and real consequences and accountability are necessary.
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    Speaker Robert Rivas
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    Nov 14, 2022
    I proudly stand in solidarity with the thousands of University of California workers fighting for fair pay and benefits!
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    Speaker Robert Rivas
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    Jul 3, 2023
    The historic diversity of our Caucus speaks to the remarkable lived experiences across our great state. Our Leadership team also reflects this diversity so that we can uplift all residents. I look forward to the work ahead of us, @ib2_real and @AsmAguiarCurry!
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    Speaker Robert Rivas
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    Dec 9, 2022
    Incredible to be at the White House today with my colleague @AsmValencia and @POTUS!
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    Speaker Robert Rivas
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    Jun 26, 2023
    Last week, I chaired my final Assembly Ag Committee hearing. I thank our amazing committee staff and members for their diligent work. As Speaker, I look forward to working to ensure California remains a leader in agriculture.
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    Speaker Robert Rivas
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    Nov 1, 2023
    Trick or treating with Cruella and the fam!
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    Speaker Robert Rivas
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    Aug 14, 2022
    Today I march in honor of my grandfather and the farmworkers who cultivate the food we eat. I march through the Central Valley with UFW in support of the Agricultural Labor Relations Voting Choice Act - #AB2183. I urge @CAgovernor to sign this bill! #unionizecalifornia
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    Speaker Robert Rivas
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    May 30, 2024
    Democracy: 34 Trump: 0
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