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In 2001, Barbara was the lone vote in Congress against an authorization bill that gave the president a blank check to go to war in the Middle East. The vote was 420-1 in favor in the House and 98-0 in the Senate.

For her courageous vote, Barbara was called a terrorist and a traitor. She was the subject of hatred, vitriol, and even death threats.

But Barbara is the House’s most trusted progressive voice for a reason — since even before the AUMF vote in 2001 to today, she has unequivocally stood up for our shared values, even in the face of overwhelming contempt and opposition.

She is never afraid to take the unpopular position when it is the morally right thing to do — that’s why Barbara Lee speaks for us. Chip in to keep her in the fight for our progressive values in Washington.

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Nearly 20 years after that historic vote, Barbara feels no vindication for her vote — only worry and sadness for what is taking place today, and a sense of urgency for what more she must do to protect the lives and livelihoods of those left behind.

To Barbara, her work is just getting started.

While she may no longer be alone like she was in 2001, she still faces an uphill battle to advance our progressive agenda, defend our democracy from right-wing attacks, and promote human rights — both here and abroad.

But Barbara’s work has always been fueled by grassroots supporters like you, and she needs you by her side today as much as ever before.

So we’re asking: will you make a contribution to support Barbara’s work in Congress and keep her in the fight?