First of all, a big thank you to those of you who gave towards our February deadline. This team really showed up to send a message to our two GOP opponents that this district can’t be bought by MAGA money, and now we’re that much closer to being ready for the primary next month. If you haven’t had a chance yet and want to help, donate here.
Now that it’s March, I also wanted to take a moment to recognize Women’s History Month and the hard work that we still have in front of us as we work toward equity and equality for women.
I’ve spent my time in Congress working to empower women – I’ve fought to reauthorize the Violence Against Women’s Act, I’ve fought for reproductive choice and freedom, I’ve fought for equal opportunity and pay. But that work is far from over, and I promise that as long as I’m in Congress I will never let up.
With the repeal of Roe v. Wade, we’re at a dangerous crossroads where women’s rights are being treated as a privilege rather than a guarantee. And while some threats to our rights are obvious, many signs of inequality are taken for granted. Think about:
- The gender pay gap – women on average make $.82 to every dollar a man makes in the same role, and it gets worse for Black and Hispanic women
- Representation in leadership - only 29% of representatives in the U.S. House and only 8.2% of CEOs at large companies are women
- The “Pink Tax” - where products marketed to women are up-charged vs. comparable products for men
All that, not to mention the serious disparities in our healthcare system, bodily autonomy, and right to privacy that are making front page news every day since the GOP came for Roe. I’m fighting to create a safer and more equal future for our daughters and granddaughters, but it’s clear we need more women in office to see this work through.
That’s why it’s critical we elect strong women willing to fight for progress — not those who wish to turn back the clock on women’s rights. If you agree, donate now.
To those who came before us,
Mary Gay
Congresswoman Mary Gay Scanlon is a life-long advocate for children and families. In November 2018, she was sworn into Congress following a special election victory – the first woman of the new wave of representation to be sworn in.
Now, help keep her in office by donating now.
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