Black Restaurant Week
Today kicks off Black Restaurant Week in the Triangle. Restaurants are the backbone of our community and Black-owned restaurants have been disproportionately impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Consider supporting a Black-owned restaurant this week.
Today is Earth Day
While we continue to battle the global COVID-19 pandemic, we can’t forget we are also battling another global crisis, climate change. President Biden’s infrastructure plan aims to shift our economy to clean, sustainable energy, modernize our nation’s electric grid, create thousands of good-paying jobs, and reduce our reliance on fossil fuels. With North Carolina well-positioned […]
George Floyd Verdict
While nothing can bring George Floyd back to his family, today’s verdict is a step towards justice. We must all work together, in his memory, to achieve equal justice and institute long-overdue police reforms — including the Justice in Policing Act. My prayers are with the Floyd family and our nation.
COVID Vaccine Updates
The COVID vaccine is now available to anyone over the age of 16. If you haven’t gotten your vaccine yet, Wake County Public Health is offering drive-through vaccinations in parks. Get your shot to help keep your family and neighbors safe.
Local Art
As you are enjoying springtime walks on the Cary greenway, check out this new mural being painted by a talented local artist. https://www.wral.com/north-carolina-mural-painted-on-cary-trail-that-will-run-from-maine-to-florida/19633520/
Equal Pay
Equal pay is not simply a women’s issue. Pay inequity harms families and our economy. Women are the sole or co-breadwinner in half of American families with children. Today I proudly voted for the Paycheck Fairness act. #EqualPay https://www.axios.com/paycheck-fairness-act-women-employment-00fb75d1-c0a7-4653-939b-aa65d337c0e4.html
100 Days in the 117th Congress.
I’ve been fighting on behalf of North Carolinians in the 117th Congress and this week we hit a major milestone – #100days in the 117th Congress. Here are a few accomplishments from my first 100 days: ✅ Introduced the Protecting Job Opportunities for Borrowers (JOBs) Act ✅ 3 of my amendments passed the House ✅ Cosponsored over 100 […]
Wake County Democratic Party AAPI
Here in Wake County we have a growing talented Asian community. We must celebrate their involvement in the community and stand with them during this crucial time. That is why I’m proud to support the new Wake County Democratic Party AAPI caucus locally and be a member of the AAPI caucus in the 117th Congress.
Backlog of Veteran Personnel File Requests
The National Personnel Records Center is experiencing a backlog of veteran personnel file requests, which has worsened significantly during the COVID-19 pandemic. This backlog is preventing veterans from gaining access to essential resources, including education benefits, healthcare services, and COVID-19 vaccinations. That’s why I am co-leading a bipartisan letter signed by 185 members of Congress […]
Increased Federal Funding
North Carolina will receive increased federal funding to help with equitable distribution and access of the COVID vaccine. This will be done by partnering with local health departments, community-based organizations and community health centers to bring the vaccine into racial and ethnic minority communities.