[1]Ayanna Pressley

Happy Alopecia Awareness Month.

When I lost my hair due to alopecia totalis, there were innumerable
private struggles. But the hardest part was experiencing a transformation
not of my choosing while on a public stage for all to see. 

Every day, women in public life are scrutinized and judged for our
appearance – and choosing to walk this path without a wig certainly
disrupts the societal norms of what is professional or beautiful.

The bullying and name-calling compounded my insecurities, but the support
of my family, the A-Team, the alopecia community, and my Squad
straightened my crown when I needed it most. 

Nearly 7 million Americans are living with alopecia — an autoimmune
disease that attacks the hair follicles. We all deserve to show up in the
world, to occupy space as our full and authentic selves, and we have a
moral obligation to create space for others to do the same. 

Bald is beautiful,  and I am continually grateful to my family,
the A-Team, the alopecia community, and each and every one of you. 

With love and gratitude,

Ayanna

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