We need strong Federal enforcement since local governments have imperfect tools and often have been stifled by narrow-minded State legislatures. No American's civil rights should depend upon their ZIP Code. Don't stand in the doorway. Let's pass the Equality Act today. Among many who have been strong advocates for this act, I particularly honor Sam Smoot and Robert Salcido with Equality Texas; Julian Tovar and Sissi Yado with the Human Rights Campaign; and, of course, our colleagues, Congressman Cicilline and Congressman Pocan.
On the recordMay 17, 2019
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