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Every student – regardless of their race, upbringing, or socioeconomic background – deserves access to the kind of top-quality education that can propel them to become the next generation of American innovators and leaders. Unfortunately, H.R. 5 falls short of that obligation. Read more »

By Benjamin SiegelAt least two members of Congress are calling on equal pay for female soccer players following the US Women's National Team's commanding World Cup win Sunday night.Rep. Carolyn Maloney (D-NY) penned a letter to FIFA President Joseph Blatter Monday calling on the embattled FIFA leader to raise payouts for female soccer players.Despite the 5-2… Read more »

Daily Beast - Milwaukee County’s David Clarke could be a valuable voice in the national conversation over police violence. Instead he’s on Fox News blaming ‘black underclass subculture behavior. Read more »

By Zoe ElfenbeinWomen around the world are making a difference in politics every day – and many are letting it known on social media all the time. Here’s what caught our eye on Twitter this week:1. Debbie Wasserman Schultz New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie’s slogan might be “Telling it like it is,” but congresswoman and Democratic National Committee… Read more »

This decision by the Supreme Court marks a truly historic day for our country. As the debate for marriage equality in America comes to an end, I am proud to say that dignity and love have won. As a member of the Congressional Equality Caucus, I am delighted to celebrate this great victory with our nation's LGBT brothers and sisters. Read more »

The Supreme Court of the United States has once again upheld the Affordable Care Act (ACA). This decision will allow millions of Americans who depend on the subsidies provided by the ACA to keep their health coverage. This landmark legislation provides all Americans, regardless of where they live, with access to quality health care, and is an important lifeline for our working and middle class families. Read more »

The observance of Juneteenth Day not only gives us all an opportunity to celebrate the Emancipation Proclamation and the end of slavery in our country, but it also provides us with a chance to have an open and honest conversation about race relations in our society. This important date underscores the incredible gains we've made together in addressing racial inequality and serves as a valuable reminder that our collective march towards justice continues in our classrooms, governments, and places of worship. Read more »

by Gwen MooreIt is vital for us to understand and spread awareness about the risk of infant mortality and what we can do to prevent it, for the infant mortality rate of any community is a reflection of the health, strength, and vitality of its people. The surest way to combat infant mortality is by ensuring that women receive adequate essential healthcare services before, between, and… Read more »

By Gwen MooreThe life of a man with schizophrenia, 31-year-old Dontre Hamilton, ended after he was struck by 14 bullets from a Milwaukee police officer’s handgun on 30 April 2014. The lethal confrontation sparked a firestorm in my city, resulting in several massive protests and the notification of the National Guard. A year later, many of my constituents still ask what is being done… Read more »

The Guardian - Officers need vital training to prevent violence in dealing with the mentally ill. Congress should step up and fund it. Read more »