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Nov. 20, 2019 Tweet - "Today, we pause and honor the lives of all of the members of our transgender community whose lives were lost in acts of hate, violence, and transphobia. No one should fear losing their life for simply being who they are. #TDOR" Rep. Jim Clyburn
Nov. 20, 2019 Transcript of Pelosi Weekly Press Conference Today Rep. Nancy Pelosi
Nov. 20, 2019 Tweet - "More than 22 trans individuals have been killed this year. Black women are disproportionately targeted - with 91% of these murders perpetrated against black women. This Transgender Day of Remembrance, I'm remembering these women & fighting for change." Sen. Ben Luján
Nov. 20, 2019 Pelosi Statement on Transgender Day of Remembrance Rep. Nancy Pelosi
Nov. 20, 2019 Tweet - "On #TransgenderDayOfRemembrance, I join in remembering transgender individuals killed by anti-LGBTQ violence, including the 20 transgender women of color killed this year. We must continue to work to eliminate violence & discrimination & ensure equal protections. #TDOR" Rep. Steny Hoyer
Nov. 20, 2019 Tweet - "Such a pleasure to speak with @angelicaross this #TransDayofRemembrance about the fight to ensure a future free from fear & violence for transgender Americans. It's been more than 180 days since the #EqualityAct passed the House -- it's time for the Senate to hold a vote." Rep. Nancy Pelosi
Nov. 20, 2019 Tweet - "In the last year alone, at least 22 transgender and gender non-conforming people have been killed in the U.S. The majority of them are trans women of color. This Transgender Day of Remembrance, we honor their lives and recommit ourselves to speaking out against transphobia." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 19, 2019 Transgender Remembrance Day Rep. Gil Cisneros
Nov. 12, 2019 Reps. Pappas, Lee, and Sen. Murray Introduce Bill Blocking the Trump Administration's Rule Permitting Discrimination in Health Care Rep. Chris Pappas
Nov. 7, 2019 Tweet - "Trump is threatening to make it easier to discriminate against #LGBTQ adults who want to adopt. It's #NationalAdoptionMonth and we have to speak out: http://fmeq.co/comments @family_equality. #EveryChildDeservesaFamily" Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Nov. 5, 2019 Tweet - "The Trump Admin's proposed rule allowing @HHSgov grant recipients to discriminate against LGBTQ Americans using taxpayer funds is shameful. This is a perfect example of why we must make the #EqualityAct the law of the land." Rep. Nancy Pelosi
Nov. 5, 2019 Rep. Sharice Davids Statement on Trump Administration Rule Allowing Discrimination Against LGBTQ Families Rep. Sharice Davids
Nov. 1, 2019 Nadler Statement on Proposed HHS Rule Allowing Discrimination Against LGBTQ Families Rep. Jerry Nadler
Oct. 31, 2019 Cortez Masto Delivers Floor Remarks Opposing Appeals Court Nominee Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto
Oct. 29, 2019 Stand Against Invidious Discrimination Rep. Al Green
Oct. 28, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Benjamin Carson, Secretary of the Department of Housing and Urban Development - Cortez Masto, Senate Democrats Slam Carson for Undercutting Transgender Rights Sen. Jack Reed, ...
Oct. 23, 2019 Letter to William Barr, Attorney General of the United States, Francis Collins, Director of the Department of Justice's National Institute of Health, and James Carroll, Director of the Office of National Drug Control Policy - Rep. Chip Roy Sends Letter To AG Barr, ONDCP Director Carroll, And NIH Director Collins On Gender Dysphoria On Young Children Rep. Chip Roy
Oct. 22, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary U.S. Department of Education, and the Hon. Kenneth L. Marcus, Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights U.S. Department of Education - Bonamici Leads 58 Lawmakers in Demanding DeVos Protect Civil Rights of LGBTQ Students Rep. Suzan DelBene, ...
Oct. 21, 2019 Hice, Hartzler, Blackburn Lead Amicus Brief Supporting Arlene's Flowers Sen. Marsha Blackburn, ...
Oct. 17, 2019 Recognizing the Washington Blade Rep. Eleanor Norton
Oct. 15, 2019 Tweet - "BREAKING: A federal court just gutted civil rights protections for transgender Americans and abortion patients -- a dangerous ruling that effectively discriminates against Americans seeking health care. There should be no room in our country for this type of discrimination." Sen. Ben Luján
Oct. 11, 2019 Tweet - "On National #ComingOutDay, we celebrate the stories of every member of the LGBTQ+ community, whether they choose to live their truth out loud or silently. We see you and we stand with you." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 11, 2019 Tweet - "Today we recognize and celebrate all those of the #LGBTQ+ community who are coming out today. People ought to be free to love whomever they want without the fear of discrimination. @HouseDemocrats are fighting to make sure they can. #NationalComingOutDay" Rep. Jim Clyburn
Oct. 10, 2019 Equality in America Town Hall with Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D- MA), Presidential Candidate Sen. Elizabeth Warren
Oct. 10, 2019 Equilty in America Town Hall with Sen. Cory Booker (D-NJ), Presidential Candidate Sen. Cory Booker
Oct. 10, 2019 Equality in America Town Hall with Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), Presidential Candidate Sen. Amy Klobuchar
Oct. 9, 2019 As Supreme Court considers LGBTQ rights cases, Udall and Heinrich support civil rights protections for workers Sen. Martin Heinrich
Oct. 9, 2019 Sen. Cruz Live From Taiwan on CNBC's "Squawk Box' Sen. Ted Cruz
Oct. 9, 2019 Tweet - "I strongly oppose the President's #WarOnWorkingFamilies. House Democrats will continue to work to protect access to anti-poverty programs & services so that more Americans can thrive and Make It In America." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Oct. 8, 2019 Tweet - "Today, the Supreme Court will hear cases to determine the future of LGBTQ protections in the workplace. No one should be fired for being who they are -- that's why I support the #EqualityAct. #DontRollBackOurRights" Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 8, 2019 Tweet - "#LGBTQ rights are human rights. #LGBTQ rights are civil rights. Every American should be able to work in this country without fear of being fired simply for who they are or who they love. #RiseUpOct8" Rep. Jim Clyburn
Oct. 8, 2019 Tweet - "House Democrats passed the #EqualityAct to ban workplace and other forms of discrimination that many #LGBTQ Americans face and we will continue to stand with the community until full, equal rights are achieved." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Oct. 8, 2019 Tweet - "NO American should face the risk of losing their job simply because of who they are or who they love. The Supreme Court must uphold the principle that all of us should have the freedom to live and work free from discrimination." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 7, 2019 Norton to Speak at Supreme Court on LGBTQ Equality, Tomorrow Rep. Eleanor Norton
Oct. 1, 2019 Quigley, Hill Introduce Resolution Condemning Secretary Carson's Transphobic History Rep. Mike Quigley, ...
Sept. 27, 2019 Norton to Speak at D.C. National Trans Visibility Day, Saturday Rep. Eleanor Norton
Sept. 24, 2019 Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman Introduces Resolution Recognizing September as "National Suicide Prevention Month" Rep. Stephen Lynch, ...
Sept. 24, 2019 Recognizing Max Disposti As Constituent of the Month Rep. Mike Levin
Sept. 20, 2019 Tweet - "It has been 8 years since the discriminatory Don't Ask Don't Tell policy was repealed, allowing #LGBTQ Americans to serve openly in the Armed Forces. I was proud to bring legislation to repeal #DADT to the House Floor, and House Dems continue to stand up for LGBTQ rights." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 20, 2019 Representative Mike Levin Announces North County LGBTQ Resource Center Founder as Constituent of the Month Rep. Mike Levin
Sept. 19, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Benjamin Carson, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development - Reps. Pressley, Wexton Slam Carson's Latest Attack on Transgender Americans Sen. Lisa Blunt Rochester, ...
Sept. 18, 2019 Tweet - "The Senate voted to confirm Robert Destro as Assistant Secretary of State for Democracy, Human Rights, & Labor But Destro has vocally opposed the movement for LGBTQ equality Typical of Trump's admin--they nominated someone whose record is opposed to the job's mission Unreal" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Sept. 16, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Patrick Pizzella, Acting Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Labor - Senator Murray, Democrats Oppose Labor Department Proposal to Allow Government-Funded Discrimination Against LGBTQ People, Women, and More Sen. Tammy Baldwin, ...
Sept. 16, 2019 Stanton Statement Regarding Arizona Supreme Court's Brush and Nib Decision Rep. Greg Stanton
Sept. 13, 2019 Reps. Raskin, Maloney Call on Department of Labor and Trump Administration to Uphold Nondiscrimination Protections for LGBTQ Workers Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Sept. 7, 2019 Tweet - "We must call out these hateful attacks wherever and whenever they happen. LGBTQ+ Americans should be able to live free from fear or discrimination. I'm fighting for your rights every day." Sen. Elizabeth Warren
Sept. 7, 2019 Tweet - "We must call out these hateful attacks wherever and whenever they happen. LGBTQ+ Americans should be able to live free from fear or discrimination. I'm fighting for your rights every day." Sen. Elizabeth Warren
Sept. 3, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Jessie Liu, Attorney of the United States Attorney - Norton Demands Answers from D.C. U.S. Attorney on Hate Crimes Rep. Eleanor Norton
Aug. 29, 2019 Letter to The Honorable Jessie K. Liu, United States Attorney - Norton Demands Answers from D.C. U.S. Attorney on Hate Crimes Rep. Eleanor Norton
Aug. 27, 2019 Recognizing the North American Gay Amateur Athletic Alliance Gay Softball World Series in Kansas City, Missouri Rep. Emanuel Cleaver
Date Title Politician
Nov. 20, 2019 Tweet - "Today, we pause and honor the lives of all of the members of our transgender community whose lives were lost in acts of hate, violence, and transphobia. No one should fear losing their life for simply being who they are. #TDOR" Rep.Jim Clyburn
Nov. 20, 2019 Transcript of Pelosi Weekly Press Conference Today Rep.Nancy Pelosi
Nov. 20, 2019 Tweet - "More than 22 trans individuals have been killed this year. Black women are disproportionately targeted - with 91% of these murders perpetrated against black women. This Transgender Day of Remembrance, I'm remembering these women & fighting for change." Sen.Ben Luján
Nov. 20, 2019 Pelosi Statement on Transgender Day of Remembrance Rep.Nancy Pelosi
Nov. 20, 2019 Tweet - "On #TransgenderDayOfRemembrance, I join in remembering transgender individuals killed by anti-LGBTQ violence, including the 20 transgender women of color killed this year. We must continue to work to eliminate violence & discrimination & ensure equal protections. #TDOR" Rep.Steny Hoyer
Nov. 20, 2019 Tweet - "Such a pleasure to speak with @angelicaross this #TransDayofRemembrance about the fight to ensure a future free from fear & violence for transgender Americans. It's been more than 180 days since the #EqualityAct passed the House -- it's time for the Senate to hold a vote." Rep.Nancy Pelosi
Nov. 20, 2019 Tweet - "In the last year alone, at least 22 transgender and gender non-conforming people have been killed in the U.S. The majority of them are trans women of color. This Transgender Day of Remembrance, we honor their lives and recommit ourselves to speaking out against transphobia." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 19, 2019 Transgender Remembrance Day Rep.Gil Cisneros
Nov. 12, 2019 Reps. Pappas, Lee, and Sen. Murray Introduce Bill Blocking the Trump Administration's Rule Permitting Discrimination in Health Care Rep.Chris Pappas
Nov. 7, 2019 Tweet - "Trump is threatening to make it easier to discriminate against #LGBTQ adults who want to adopt. It's #NationalAdoptionMonth and we have to speak out: http://fmeq.co/comments @family_equality. #EveryChildDeservesaFamily" Sen.Tammy Baldwin
Nov. 5, 2019 Tweet - "The Trump Admin's proposed rule allowing @HHSgov grant recipients to discriminate against LGBTQ Americans using taxpayer funds is shameful. This is a perfect example of why we must make the #EqualityAct the law of the land." Rep.Nancy Pelosi
Nov. 5, 2019 Rep. Sharice Davids Statement on Trump Administration Rule Allowing Discrimination Against LGBTQ Families Rep.Sharice Davids
Nov. 1, 2019 Nadler Statement on Proposed HHS Rule Allowing Discrimination Against LGBTQ Families Rep.Jerry Nadler
Oct. 31, 2019 Cortez Masto Delivers Floor Remarks Opposing Appeals Court Nominee Sen.Catherine Cortez Masto
Oct. 29, 2019 Stand Against Invidious Discrimination Rep.Al Green
Oct. 28, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Benjamin Carson, Secretary of the Department of Housing and Urban Development - Cortez Masto, Senate Democrats Slam Carson for Undercutting Transgender Rights Sen.Jack Reed, ...
Oct. 23, 2019 Letter to William Barr, Attorney General of the United States, Francis Collins, Director of the Department of Justice's National Institute of Health, and James Carroll, Director of the Office of National Drug Control Policy - Rep. Chip Roy Sends Letter To AG Barr, ONDCP Director Carroll, And NIH Director Collins On Gender Dysphoria On Young Children Rep.Chip Roy
Oct. 22, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary U.S. Department of Education, and the Hon. Kenneth L. Marcus, Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights U.S. Department of Education - Bonamici Leads 58 Lawmakers in Demanding DeVos Protect Civil Rights of LGBTQ Students Rep.Suzan DelBene, ...
Oct. 21, 2019 Hice, Hartzler, Blackburn Lead Amicus Brief Supporting Arlene's Flowers Sen.Marsha Blackburn, ...
Oct. 17, 2019 Recognizing the Washington Blade Rep.Eleanor Norton
Oct. 15, 2019 Tweet - "BREAKING: A federal court just gutted civil rights protections for transgender Americans and abortion patients -- a dangerous ruling that effectively discriminates against Americans seeking health care. There should be no room in our country for this type of discrimination." Sen.Ben Luján
Oct. 11, 2019 Tweet - "On National #ComingOutDay, we celebrate the stories of every member of the LGBTQ+ community, whether they choose to live their truth out loud or silently. We see you and we stand with you." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 11, 2019 Tweet - "Today we recognize and celebrate all those of the #LGBTQ+ community who are coming out today. People ought to be free to love whomever they want without the fear of discrimination. @HouseDemocrats are fighting to make sure they can. #NationalComingOutDay" Rep.Jim Clyburn
Oct. 10, 2019 Equality in America Town Hall with Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D- MA), Presidential Candidate Sen.Elizabeth Warren
Oct. 10, 2019 Equilty in America Town Hall with Sen. Cory Booker (D-NJ), Presidential Candidate Sen.Cory Booker
Oct. 10, 2019 Equality in America Town Hall with Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), Presidential Candidate Sen.Amy Klobuchar
Oct. 9, 2019 As Supreme Court considers LGBTQ rights cases, Udall and Heinrich support civil rights protections for workers Sen.Martin Heinrich
Oct. 9, 2019 Sen. Cruz Live From Taiwan on CNBC's "Squawk Box' Sen.Ted Cruz
Oct. 9, 2019 Tweet - "I strongly oppose the President's #WarOnWorkingFamilies. House Democrats will continue to work to protect access to anti-poverty programs & services so that more Americans can thrive and Make It In America." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Oct. 8, 2019 Tweet - "Today, the Supreme Court will hear cases to determine the future of LGBTQ protections in the workplace. No one should be fired for being who they are -- that's why I support the #EqualityAct. #DontRollBackOurRights" Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 8, 2019 Tweet - "#LGBTQ rights are human rights. #LGBTQ rights are civil rights. Every American should be able to work in this country without fear of being fired simply for who they are or who they love. #RiseUpOct8" Rep.Jim Clyburn
Oct. 8, 2019 Tweet - "House Democrats passed the #EqualityAct to ban workplace and other forms of discrimination that many #LGBTQ Americans face and we will continue to stand with the community until full, equal rights are achieved." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Oct. 8, 2019 Tweet - "NO American should face the risk of losing their job simply because of who they are or who they love. The Supreme Court must uphold the principle that all of us should have the freedom to live and work free from discrimination." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 7, 2019 Norton to Speak at Supreme Court on LGBTQ Equality, Tomorrow Rep.Eleanor Norton
Oct. 1, 2019 Quigley, Hill Introduce Resolution Condemning Secretary Carson's Transphobic History Rep.Mike Quigley, ...
Sept. 27, 2019 Norton to Speak at D.C. National Trans Visibility Day, Saturday Rep.Eleanor Norton
Sept. 24, 2019 Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman Introduces Resolution Recognizing September as "National Suicide Prevention Month" Rep.Stephen Lynch, ...
Sept. 24, 2019 Recognizing Max Disposti As Constituent of the Month Rep.Mike Levin
Sept. 20, 2019 Tweet - "It has been 8 years since the discriminatory Don't Ask Don't Tell policy was repealed, allowing #LGBTQ Americans to serve openly in the Armed Forces. I was proud to bring legislation to repeal #DADT to the House Floor, and House Dems continue to stand up for LGBTQ rights." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 20, 2019 Representative Mike Levin Announces North County LGBTQ Resource Center Founder as Constituent of the Month Rep.Mike Levin
Sept. 19, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Benjamin Carson, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development - Reps. Pressley, Wexton Slam Carson's Latest Attack on Transgender Americans Sen.Lisa Blunt Rochester, ...
Sept. 18, 2019 Tweet - "The Senate voted to confirm Robert Destro as Assistant Secretary of State for Democracy, Human Rights, & Labor But Destro has vocally opposed the movement for LGBTQ equality Typical of Trump's admin--they nominated someone whose record is opposed to the job's mission Unreal" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Sept. 16, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Patrick Pizzella, Acting Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Labor - Senator Murray, Democrats Oppose Labor Department Proposal to Allow Government-Funded Discrimination Against LGBTQ People, Women, and More Sen.Tammy Baldwin, ...
Sept. 16, 2019 Stanton Statement Regarding Arizona Supreme Court's Brush and Nib Decision Rep.Greg Stanton
Sept. 13, 2019 Reps. Raskin, Maloney Call on Department of Labor and Trump Administration to Uphold Nondiscrimination Protections for LGBTQ Workers Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Sept. 7, 2019 Tweet - "We must call out these hateful attacks wherever and whenever they happen. LGBTQ+ Americans should be able to live free from fear or discrimination. I'm fighting for your rights every day." Sen.Elizabeth Warren
Sept. 7, 2019 Tweet - "We must call out these hateful attacks wherever and whenever they happen. LGBTQ+ Americans should be able to live free from fear or discrimination. I'm fighting for your rights every day." Sen.Elizabeth Warren
Sept. 3, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Jessie Liu, Attorney of the United States Attorney - Norton Demands Answers from D.C. U.S. Attorney on Hate Crimes Rep.Eleanor Norton
Aug. 29, 2019 Letter to The Honorable Jessie K. Liu, United States Attorney - Norton Demands Answers from D.C. U.S. Attorney on Hate Crimes Rep.Eleanor Norton
Aug. 27, 2019 Recognizing the North American Gay Amateur Athletic Alliance Gay Softball World Series in Kansas City, Missouri Rep.Emanuel Cleaver
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