Kankakee Times

U.S. Representative Robin Kelly used her social media platform on August 12, 2025, to address issues of unemployment, tax policy, and LGBTQ+ rights in a series of posts.

In her first post at 17:24 UTC, Kelly highlighted disparities in employment rates: "Black unemployment hit 7.2%—the highest level since October 2021 and higher than the general unemployment rate. That’s not just a stat but a reality. It’s time to confront systemic inequality and work to make sure everyone has a fair shot."

Later that day at 19:40 UTC, she criticized recent federal economic policy, referencing a Congressional Budget Office report: "The CBO report proves that President Trump’s Big, Ugly law is indefensible. He is stealing from working families and giving more to billionaires. This is not fiscal responsibility—it's a shameful wealth transfer. Hardworking Americans deserve better."

In an evening post at 23:03 UTC, Kelly reaffirmed her stance on civil rights legislation: "I am appalled but stand resolute in my support for the LGBTQ+ community. I'm a proud co-sponsor of the #EqualityAct & will continue to demand its passage. LGBTQ+ People deserve to be protected from discrimination. My Republican colleagues must join us."

Robin Kelly has maintained strong electoral support in Illinois' 2nd congressional district over several election cycles. In the most recent contest in 2022, she defeated Thomas Lynch with over two-thirds of the vote. Previous elections saw similar margins against Theresa Raborn in 2020, David Merkle in 2018, John Morrow in 2016, and Eric Wallace in 2014.