Toledo Reporter

Rep. Marcy Kaptur, who has been serving in the U.S. Congress since 1983 as the representative for Ohio's 9th District, shared several thoughtful remarks recently on social media addressing topics of public and national interest.

On April 21, Rep. Kaptur expressed her condolences for the loss of Pope Francis, a figure she described having led with "love, kindness, and hope." She highlighted the significance of Pope Francis's speech as the first pope to deliver a Joint Address to the United States Congress, a moment she appraised as a "blessing" to witness. The congresswoman concluded her tweet reflecting her hope that his "memory and legacy" would "live on forever." The original tweet can be found here.

On April 22, in recognition of Earth Day, Rep. Kaptur turned her focus on environmental conservation efforts. Her tweet emphasized the celebration of "the power of restoration" while advocating for ongoing efforts in safeguarding natural resources such as Lake Erie and the Ottawa Wildlife Refuge. She stressed the importance of honoring the past as stewards of the Great Lakes and committed to a "sustainable" future. This message underscored her dedication to protect Ohio's natural treasures. The original tweet is available here.

In another tweet on the same day, Rep. Kaptur criticized the "habitual leaks of classified intelligence" reportedly perpetrated by Trump Administration Cabinet officials. She called for "full Congressional Oversight and hearings" upon the Congress's next session. Her comments also pointed to Pete Hegseth, who she implied should not have been appointed Secretary. Her call for accountability reflects her commitment to security oversight. The original post can be accessed here.

Rep. Marcy Kaptur, currently 76 years of age, hails from Toledo, Ohio, and graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1968.