Political Quotes

“Madam Speaker, I rise today to mark Transgender Awareness Week. In recent years, we have seen increased transgender visibility, whether on our TV screens with Angelica Ross on ``Pose'' and ``American Horror Story'' and Amy Schneider's success on ``Jeopardy!'' or in the Federal Government with the confirmation of Admiral Levine, the Assistant Secretary for Health. Transgender people want and deserve the same thing we all want: to be treated with respect and to be equal members in our communities under our laws. To the transgender community, I am standing here on the floor of the House of Representatives today to tell you that you are valued, you are loved, and your stories matter. Your identities should not just be affirmed but celebrated. As chair of the Congressional LGBTQ+ Equality Caucus, I will never stop fighting for your ability to reach your full potential without fear of discrimination, violence, or stigmatization. You deserve full equality, nothing less. ____________________”