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Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi, representing Illinois' 8th district since 2017, has been vocal on several historical and current events through his social media presence. Born in New Delhi, India, in 1973, and a graduate of Princeton University and Harvard University, Krishnamoorthi often shares reflections on significant anniversaries and political developments.

On December 7, 2024, Congressman Krishnamoorthi commemorated the anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor. He stated: "73 years ago today, the U.S. military base at Pearl Harbor was attacked, leading to America’s involvement in World War II. In 2022, I had the privilege of visiting the memorial and honoring those who lost their lives there defending our country."

On December 8, 2024, he commented on recent developments in Syria following a major political change. He noted: "The images of celebration coming from Syria following the fall of Bashar al-Assad are an inspiration. The road ahead for Syria will be uncertain and challenging, but the people of Syria have won their liberation after more than five decades under the Assad regime."

Finally, on December 9, 2024, Congressman Krishnamoorthi addressed issues related to voting rights in the United States. He expressed his views by stating: "The Voting Rights Act remains a vital tool against discrimination and voter suppression. I’m glad to see more states are strengthening access to the ballot box, but protections should be prioritized at the federal level."