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/
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
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.
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/
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.
Today, we worked across party lines to uphold marriage equality under federal law and finally repeal the unconstitutional Defense of Marriage Act. This is an historic step forward, but we still have a lot of work to do to protect the LGBTQ+ community in NC. www.nytimes.com/2022/12/08/us/politics/same-sex-marriage-congress.html
You can visit the NC Museum of History on Wednesday to see original copies the US Constitution and the Bill of Rights. https://www.newsobserver.com/news/politics-government/article269515172.html
This week, the Senate took an historic step forward in passing the Respect for Marriage Act. Next week, we will pass this legislation in the House and finally recognize in federal law marriage equality for same-sex and interracial couples. #LoveisLove www.nytimes.com/2022/11/29/us/politics/same-sex-marriage-bill-senate.html
There are fun and festive events happening all around Wake County this holiday season! https://www.newsobserver.com/entertainment/article268298987.html
Happy Thanksgiving to all in North Carolina and across the nation! May this be a time of gratitude and love for you and your family.
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