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Issue Position: Civil Rights and Equality

Issue Position

Date: Jan. 1, 2018
Issues: Civil Liberties and Civil Rights Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity

As I learned growing up, we were all created in the image of God. I believe that everyone should be treated equally no matter what their background, race, sexual orientation, or station in life. We will only succeed as a nation if everyone is included and treated with respect and dignity. It's what built America and allowed our economy and culture to flourish.

As a member of the Congressional LGBTQ Equality Caucus, I've fought to extend protections for the LGBTQ community. Last year, I proudly introduced the Freedom from Discrimination in Credit Act (FDCA), a bipartisan bill to prohibit credit discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity.

I'm also fighting to defend the hard-won victories enshrined in the Voting Rights Act and working towards prison reform for nonviolent offenders, an area with great bipartisan support that will save taxpayers money.


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