Rep. Barbara LeeVerified account

@RepBarbaraLee

Progressive Democrat representing the . Promoting justice for all, peace, & human rights. Co-Chair. Proud member of the .

Washington, DC and Oakland, CA
lee.house.gov
Joined February 2011
Born July 16
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  1. Pinned Tweet
    Apr 12

    In the 100 days since Democrats' historic takeover of the House, we've made some amazing progress fighting back against Trump's dangerous agenda and FOR everyday families. More in the .

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  2. 17 hours ago

    We need to strengthen protections for those living with pre-existing conditions – not destroy them!

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  3. 20 hours ago

    As we celebrate today, we cannot forget the thousands of families that are still separated due to Trump’s inhumane family separation policy.

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  4. 22 hours ago

    My mother, Mildred, was truly a fighter. One of the first students to integrate Texas Western College in 1955, her legacy inspires me everyday. Happy to all you amazing mothers out there!

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  5. 23 hours ago

    My oldest son Tony surprised me with a visit and flowers for Mother’s Day. Thankful for him and for the joy I get from being his mommy. Happy Mother’s Day to all the mothers, grandmothers, aunts, and mother figures! 💐🌸

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  6. May 11

    The Trump Administration has announced – loud and clear – that it doesn’t respect Congress’ constitutional oversight authority – much less the American people’s right to know. It's time to stop the obstruction and get answers.

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  7. May 11

    Since day one, have been hard at work to improve Americans’ quality of life, addressing everything from gun violence prevention to voting rights. Yet Mitch McConnell refuses to act

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  8. May 11

    I know the realities of our black maternal health crisis all too well. My own mother almost died giving birth to me. Too many black women have died from preventable complications – it's time to take their pain seriously.

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  9. May 10

    Huge congratulations to the on clinching the series tonight! Conference finals, here we come! ☔️

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  10. May 10

    These fans are ready to watch the beat the Rockets. Are you?? ☔️

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  11. May 10

    BIG win for the East Bay this week! The approved additional money to continue the building of a new, state-of-the-art VA Outpatient Clinic & National Cemetery for Alameda Point!

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  12. May 10

    Make no mistake: arming teachers will put children of color at risk. We need to take real action to address gun violence, not policies that put more children at risk.

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  13. May 10

    The Trump Admin is pushing Americans onto junk insurance plans that discriminate against people with pre-existing conditions, swindle hard-working American families with high costs, and gut basic health care benefits.

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  14. May 10

    This is absolutely shameful. Trump wants to wreck California’s coastlines and public lands in the East Bay so his Oil Barron Buddies can get a few more bucks in their pockets.

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  15. May 10

    While holds up disaster relief for all Americans because of ’ contempt for Puerto Rico, the House is voting on a $17.2 billion bill to provide TODAY.

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  16. May 9

    We won't go back to the days when asthma, peanut allergies, and even being a woman counted as a pre-existing condition. voted to ensure NO ONE can be denied the care they need.

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  17. May 9

    Deeply saddened by news of the passing of Bay Area legend Ruth Beckford. Ruth was a talented dancer and actor who used her gifts to inspire and uplift her Oakland community. She will be missed, and my thoughts and prayers are with her family during this difficult time.

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  18. May 9

    Trump wants to have personal beliefs, not science, dictate patient care. Well guess what – my amendment passed in committee yesterday would stop him!

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  19. May 9

    Today, we laid my dear friend and mentor Congressman Ron Dellums to rest in Arlington Cemetery. I learned so much working with Ron. He was a true warrior for peace and justice and leaves an extraordinary legacy that will endure. My condolences to his family. Rest In Peace.

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  20. May 9

    My passion for social justice started early. From desegregating my high school cheerleading team to working on Shirley Chisholm’s presidential campaign, my whole life has been about ending discrimination. Thank you for highlighting women in the movement!

    Voices of the Movement, Ep5: Women of the Civil Rights Movement. and Amb. Andrew Young explain why women are so often eliminated from civil rights stories — and why that’s so wrong.
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  21. May 9

    59 years ago, the FDA approved the first hormonal birth control pill, giving women more control over their reproductive health!

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