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Posted 9/20/2023, 2:40:00 PM

Washington Post Editorial Board Criticizes Senate's Relaxed Dress Code as Disrespectful

The Washington Post editorial board criticized the Senate's relaxation of its dress code rules.
The Post says formal dress shows respect for the institution and policies.
The change may have been influenced by Sen. John Fetterman's casual style.
Fetterman's hoodies and shorts would disqualify him from some jobs, per the Post.
The Post warns senators could wear divisive shirts for social media, making it seem "like a high school cafeteria."

thehill.com

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9/17/2023

Senate Ditches Dress Code, Welcomes Hoodies and Shorts for Senators

The United States Senate will no longer enforce a dress code for its members, allowing them to dress informally, while others entering the chamber must still comply with the dress code.

9/17/2023

Senate Dress Code Loosened to Allow Fetterman to Wear Casual Clothes

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer has revised the Senate's dress code to allow senators to wear whatever they choose on the floor, eliminating the requirement for business attire.

9/19/2023

Republicans Decry New Senate Dress Code Allowing Casual Wear Like Hoodies and Shorts

Republicans criticized Majority Leader Chuck Schumer's decision to loosen the Senate's dress code, calling it "terrible," "not a big fan," and "it stinks," with some jokingly planning to wear unconventional attire.

9/19/2023

Fetterman Sparks Debate Over Senate Dress Code By Ditching Suit and Tie

Senate's dress code pause receives mixed reactions, with Sen. John Fetterman praising the newfound freedom while some Republicans criticize it as degrading and a loss of decorum.

9/21/2023

Senate Divided on Loosening Dress Code to Allow Casual Wear

Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin expresses concern over the recent decision to loosen the Senate's dress code, emphasizing the need for standards on the Senate floor.

9/22/2023

Manchin Seeks to Reinstate Senate Dress Code After Fetterman Wears Casual Attire

Senator Joe Manchin of West Virginia plans to introduce a bipartisan resolution to reinstate the Senate's dress code, requiring senators to wear coats, ties, or business attire on the Senate floor, following Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer's relaxation of the rules last weekend.

9/22/2023

Senate Dress Code Relaxation Raises Concerns for Women Senators

Senators wearing casual attire on the Senate floor may overlook the importance of dress codes in conveying messages and maintaining consensus, especially considering the challenges that women face in fashion choices and the potential for visual class stratification.

9/28/2023

Senate Passes Resolution Reinstating Formal Dress Code After Backlash Over Relaxed Rules

The Senate has unanimously approved a resolution mandating a suit-and-tie dress code for all members, formalizing the longstanding unofficial requirement after a temporary relaxation of the dress policy caused controversy.

9/28/2023

Senate Votes to Reinstate Formal Dress Code Requiring Coats and Ties

The US Senate unanimously rejects a proposal to allow lawmakers to wear casual clothing in the chamber and instead votes to impose a formal dress code.

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Posted 9/20/2023, 2:40:00 PM

Washington Post Editorial Board Criticizes Senate's Relaxed Dress Code as Disrespectful

The Washington Post editorial board criticized the Senate's relaxation of its dress code rules.
The Post says formal dress shows respect for the institution and policies.
The change may have been influenced by Sen. John Fetterman's casual style.
Fetterman's hoodies and shorts would disqualify him from some jobs, per the Post.
The Post warns senators could wear divisive shirts for social media, making it seem "like a high school cafeteria."

thehill.com

Relevant topic timeline:

9/17/2023

Senate Ditches Dress Code, Welcomes Hoodies and Shorts for Senators

The United States Senate will no longer enforce a dress code for its members, allowing them to dress informally, while others entering the chamber must still comply with the dress code.

9/17/2023

Senate Dress Code Loosened to Allow Fetterman to Wear Casual Clothes

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer has revised the Senate's dress code to allow senators to wear whatever they choose on the floor, eliminating the requirement for business attire.

9/19/2023

Republicans Decry New Senate Dress Code Allowing Casual Wear Like Hoodies and Shorts

9/19/2023

Fetterman Sparks Debate Over Senate Dress Code By Ditching Suit and Tie

Senate's dress code pause receives mixed reactions, with Sen. John Fetterman praising the newfound freedom while some Republicans criticize it as degrading and a loss of decorum.

9/21/2023

Senate Divided on Loosening Dress Code to Allow Casual Wear

Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin expresses concern over the recent decision to loosen the Senate's dress code, emphasizing the need for standards on the Senate floor.

9/22/2023

Manchin Seeks to Reinstate Senate Dress Code After Fetterman Wears Casual Attire

9/22/2023

Senate Dress Code Relaxation Raises Concerns for Women Senators

9/28/2023

Senate Passes Resolution Reinstating Formal Dress Code After Backlash Over Relaxed Rules

9/28/2023

Senate Votes to Reinstate Formal Dress Code Requiring Coats and Ties

The US Senate unanimously rejects a proposal to allow lawmakers to wear casual clothing in the chamber and instead votes to impose a formal dress code.