Political Quotes

“And this young boy, who, like me, felt diminished because someone thought it was wrong for me, an Afro, for him, his braided hair. Mr. Jordan, we have engaged in a lot, but I will not stand down on the CROWN Act. We must pass the CROWN Act to give dignity and reaffirm the rights of all people. Wear your hair as you desire. Madam Speaker, I rise to speak in support of H.R. 2116, the Creating a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair Act of 2021. This legislation prohibits discrimination based on hair texture or hairstyles if that style or texture is commonly associated with particular race or national origin. The bill also prohibits this type of discrimination against those participating in federally assisted programs, housing programs, and employment. I have long believed that discrimination based on hair texture and hairstyle is an impermissible form of race discrimination.…”