Rebecca ParsonKonto zweryfikowane

THREAD As one of many #WomenForBernie, I'd like to share what a platform that addresses sexism looks like. I envision a society where women — including Black women, Native women, poor women, lesbian and queer women, disabled women, immigrant women, Muslim women & trans women /1

— are able to live the lives they dream of. Whether that means advancing their career, nurturing a family, pursuing an education or passion, or all of the above. We must remove systemic injustice to make that happen. /2

Women’s rights are human rights. As the Congresswoman from WA-06, I will fight for: Reproductive justice for people of all genders, including trans women. /3

Safe, legal, affordable abortion, birth control, and family planning services as part of Medicare for All. Affordable, high-quality pre- and post-natal care for all people, regardless of race, sexual orientation, income, location, or education. /4

Reducing African-American maternal mortality by cosponsoring the MOMMA's Act (H.R.1897). Inclusion of gender-confirmation surgery and medical care in Medicare for All. /5

Cosponsoring the Paycheck Fairness Act. End discriminatory pay practices — especially for women of color, mothers, lesbian & queer women, indigenous women & trans women. Equal pay will have ripple effects thru/o the economy, helping lift millions of families out of poverty. /6

HIV/AIDS care and prevention. Scientifically accurate sexuality education. 12 weeks of paid family leave, 2 weeks of paid vacation, and one week of paid sick days per year for every worker in America. /7