Happy First Day of Kwanzaa
Wishing a happy first day of Kwanzaa to everyone celebrating!
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!
Merry Christmas and happy holidays from my family to yours! I hope it is a day filled with love and joy.
Traveling Tips
Be careful and prepared if you are traveling for the holidays this weekend. There are important safety tips you can follow: https://www.wral.com/prep-your-car-drive-safely-as-temps-plunge-this-weekend/20640848/
Meals on Wheels
The holiday season is all about gratitude and giving back. It was wonderful to spend a little time with Meals on Wheels volunteers and pack lunches for those who need extra support this time of year. https://www.cbs17.com/news/local-news/wake-county-news/congresswoman-deborah-ross-helps-raleigh-meals-on-wheels-prepare-deliveries/
President Zelenskyy Addresses Congress
I was honored to join my colleagues last night as President Zelenskyy addressed Congress. We cannot give up now. The United States must remain steadfast in its support for Ukraine. Freedom and democracy will prevail. https://apnews.com/article/zelenskyy-biden-68c65b3274e552f36f16853f24fedbb9
Hanukkah
I was honored to join our Raleigh community for the first night of Hanukkah. By coming together to light the menorah, we sent a message that light will always overcome darkness. https://www.cbs17.com/news/local-news/city-leaders-gather-for-menorah-lighting-ceremony-speak-out-against-rising-antisemitism/
Voting Rights
We need to do more to protect voting rights in North Carolina and ensure every voter’s voice is heard. The NC Supreme Court’s decisions are crucial to safeguarding the cornerstone of our democracy — the right to vote. https://www.newsobserver.com/news/politics-government/article270101577.html
Respect for Marriage Act
Love always wins. Today, President Biden signed into law the Respect for Marriage Act, protecting the right to marry who you love under federal law.
Forbes’ 30 Under 30
So excited to see NC State‘s own Ritika Shamdasani named as one of Forbes’ 30 Under 30. The company she founded, Sani, with her sister is helping make South Asian clothing more available. www.textiles.ncsu.edu/news/2022/12/nc-state-student-wins-forbes-30-under-30/
Moore v. Harper
The fringe theory put forward in Moore v. Harper is a threat to the fundamental promise of our democracy—that every voter is entitled to justice under the law. I listened to oral arguments yesterday at the Supreme Court and know that our democracy is worth fighting for.