Despite graduating near the top of her law school class, Sandra Day O’Connor was only offered a job as a secretary when she applied for a job at a major law firm. But she refused to back down. She pursued her legal career until she shattered that highest glass ceiling by becoming the first woman to serve on the Supreme Court. She paved the way for women like myself to pursue our own legal careers — and brought women’s voices and perspectives to the highest court in our nation. And while I may not agree with every decision she ever made, I respected her dedication, her attention to the practical effects of the Court’s work, and above all, her respect for precedent, particularly her vote in Planned Parenthood v. Casey. My heart goes out to her family and loved ones today.
Before 2022, Ardith Lindsey would never have had her day in court. But thanks to the bill @gretchencarlson and I passed to ban forced arbitration in cases of workplace sexual harassment, she’s able to share her story and fight for the justice she deserves.
When Republicans promise that they don’t support a total abortion ban, just remember that Texas Republicans did everything they could to stop a woman from getting lifesaving care, even when her fetus had a terminal condition.
Yesterday I spoke at a special session at the @unitednations and called on them to condemn the sexual violence committed by Hamas against Israelis during the October 7th attack. Their silence sends the chilling message that we do not value the humanity of women and girls in Israel — and all around the world — who are the victims of these horrific crimes.
Thank you everyone for your lovely birthday wishes! I’m so lucky to have so many wonderful friends to celebrate with today!
Thank you everyone for your lovely birthday wishes! I’m so lucky to have so many wonderful friends to celebrate with today!
Thank you everyone for your lovely birthday wishes! I’m so lucky to have so many wonderful friends to celebrate with today!
Jonathan and I had a blast with @kamalaharris! Happy holidays, everybody!
Jonathan and I had a blast with @kamalaharris! Happy holidays, everybody!
Jonnie and I are kicking off my birthday weekend with a test drive of our new 1976 Chevy Nova!
Jonnie and I are kicking off my birthday weekend with a test drive of our new 1976 Chevy Nova!
Next year, New Yorkers have the chance to codify our right to reproductive freedom in our state constitution. We all need to turn out to vote and pass our state’s own Equal Rights Amendment.
I want to wish a joyful and peaceful holiday to everyone in New York and around the world celebrating the beginning of Hanukkah tonight. This year especially, Hanukkah holds a special significance as a story of the Jewish people’s resilience, strength and perseverance. It is a story that shows us that nothing is beyond repair and that even the tiniest light can vanquish the darkness. It tells us that if we stand together, there is nothing we cannot overcome. From my family to yours, I wish everyone celebrating Chag Sameach!
I can’t think of a single other issue where you’ll find such overwhelming, bipartisan support. Americans are demanding that we pass #PaidLeave!
I fought for over a decade to make gun trafficking a federal crime. Now, one year after the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act was signed into law, 1,300+ illegal guns have been taken off our streets and 200+ have been charged with gun trafficking.
My Spotify Wrapped knows me so well 🍁
Having a lovely morning hike!
Having a lovely morning hike!
Having a lovely morning hike!
Having a lovely morning hike!
I introduced my bill to make gun trafficking a federal crime in honor of Nyasia Pryear-Yard, who was just 17 when she was shot and killed. Nyasia’s mother and I worked together for over a decade to pass that bill, the core of which eventually became part of the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act and was signed into law last year. And it’s already helped get over 1,300 illegal guns off our streets — including at least 50 guns seized in Nyasia’s home borough of Brooklyn.
The fight against gun violence may be difficult, but it is not hopeless. And we can honor the memory of Nyasia and all the other victims of gun violence when we hold gun traffickers accountable, get these illegal guns off our streets, and help prevent more tragic, senseless deaths in the future.
Fast fashion always has a cost — and it’s garment workers like Bilma that pay the price. I introduced the FABRIC Act because garment workers deserve fair pay, safe working conditions, and a strong labor movement to fight for those rights.
From the beginning, this case was a politically motivated attack on our right to make our own medical decisions — and it could have massive consequences. If this works, they’ll attack access to birth control next.
These decisions belong with doctors and medical professionals.
Thank you @singharlem and @ahmayaknoelle for wishing me a happy birthday!
