Reggie Jones-Sawyer
@JonesSawyerAD57
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Assemblyman representing the 57th District. Civil Rights/Social Justice Advocate. Former Chair of Public Safety Committee. Democrat. 916-319-2057 / 213-744-2111
Los Angeles, California
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BREAKING: On a 62-0 vote, the
#California
Assembly has passed my bill,
#AB3089
, an act to formally apologize to Black Californians for its role in instituting slave laws & discriminatory practices since its founding. This is an historic vote.
#Reparations
@CABlackCaucus
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Today I stood with the remarkable
@GabbyGiffords
as her foundation
@GiffordsCourage
presented a traveling memorial to those lost to gun violence. Thanks to the former Congresswoman &
@AsmJesseGabriel
for visiting
#AD59
. I look forward to our joint efforts to end gun violence.
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I want to congratulate my daughter Lauren on earning her Doctorate in Education from
@USC
!
#education
#fighton
#USC
#Alumni
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BREAKING:
#AB89
, the PEACE Act, moves fwd after passing thru the Asm. Public Safety Cmte!
#AB89
will reform policing in CA - replacing a culture of aggression/excessive force w/ a highly educated & more mature workforce.
#peaceofficers
@latimes
@gilduran76
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My mother is home and resting after two heart attacks.
Thanks to everyone that called and prayed for her.
Thanks 2 my niece's LAUSD CPR training it kept her alive, Paramedics who revived her after the 1st heart attack & Good Sam doctors who saved her after the 2nd heart attack
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.
@billessayli
Last night my 87 year-old mother had emergency heart surgery. I wasn’t sure if I would make it to committees today, which is why I pulled the bill. Thankfully, she pulled through.
Thank you to everyone who sent thoughts and prayers for her swift recovery.
VICTORY: Today we blocked
#AB2031
, a dangerous proposal to protect dangerous criminal illegal immigrants from deportation, from advancing out of committee. Because of the pressure that we and the public put on the Democrats, they had no choice but to pull it. This is what an
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Human trafficking is a serious crime. But SB14 needs to be fixed. It could charge trafficking victims and children with a felony. We are going to improve this bill and provide justice for victims.
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Today my daughter became a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority. As the proud member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity I can only say "Crimson and Cream, every ladies dream."
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Welcoming
@CAgovernor
@GavinNewsom
to
#AD59
& touring
@KedrenHealth
in
#southLA
with colleague
@HollyJMitchell
reviewing successful vaccination rollout. For details on vaccine eligibility visit
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I was honored to have been invited to speak at & witness the unveiling of a telling mural in South LA. Gun violence impacts us all & must be eradicated. It's community groups like
@MomsDemand
Action LA that are leading the charge locally & making real positive change.
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I am on the 6:05 a.m. Flight to Sacramento as the Assemblymember-Elect of AD 57!!!
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Asm. Ian Calderon, in 2002 I also dropped out of running for L.A. City CD 10 to raise my children.
Best decision I ever made.
They are now two HBCU/USC grads who teach Biology and Math in LAUSD.
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Assembly Members with Artist/Activist Common at the launch of the Progressive Caucus
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A visit to the Capitol with my grandson turns into a game of find grandpa.
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Today I led a delegation of Black elected leaders urging the 8 million+
#LosAngeles
Co residents who aren't vaccinated to get the vaccine.
@RepKarenBass
@SteveBradford
@sydneykamlager
@MRTempower
@AsmMikeGipson
@ib2_real
@HollyJMitchell
@CurrenDPriceJr
@mhdcd8
@GeorgeMcKenna_
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This morning I joined
@MomsDemand
at their Capitol rally on the issue of gun violence. The need for comprehensive gun control laws to end mass shootings & gun violence in communities across the nation is needed now.
@thelasentinel
#EndGunViolence
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It was an honor to have been recognized as an
@seiucalifornia
champion alongside my colleagues last night.
#goodtrouble
@LorenaSGonzalez
@PhilTing
@Rendon63rd
@BradSherman
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A simple mea culpa is not enough, nor is resigning as the president of the city council. The racist & homophobic attacks cannot be wiped away by resigning a post,
@CD6Nury
& her colleagues,
@kdeleon
&
@gilcedillo
must resign their seats on the
@LACity
@LACityCouncil
.
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Meeting with
@CAgovernor
@GavinNewsom
is always productive. I am looking forward to working w/ the governor on legislation & the upcoming budget priorities.
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I'm with
#Labor
! I support & fight for union rights, including liveable wages & healthcare. My mother was a
@GarmentWorkerLA
& I am a proud member of the
@SEIU
. Labor workers are committed to both country & community. Thank you
@CaliforniaLabor
for the recognition!
#100
%Scorecard
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I want to thank Anthony Robles from
@youthjusticla
4 coming to Sac to testify in front of
#Caleg
and sharing how he’s been personally affected by criminal fines and fees.
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This week my
#reparations
apology bill,
#AB3089
, passed thru its first committee hearing on a 10-0 vote. It will be heard in appropriations next.
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Back in
#Sacramento
working to advance my legislation to support & benefit my district & all
#Californians
.
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I am pleased to announce that yesterday
@CAgovernor
@GavinNewsom
signed 5 of my bills on public safety and criminal justice reform. Thank you to my colleagues for supporting legislation consistent with our CA values and a fair system of justice emphasizing rehabilitation.
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The CA Progressive Caucus is excited to have
@wendycarrillo
join our team! We are looking forward to working with you this year and many more to come.
@Ash_Kalra
@AsmReyes47
@AsmShirleyWeber
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Eugene Goodman took on the responsibility of defending the Capitol building alone. He is, in my opinion, a hero and true patriot.
@CapitolPolice
#EugeneGoodman
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Started my day
@USC
meeting with
@PresidentFolt
. It was great to learn how my alma mater continues to engage with the surrounding community through innovative programs and has protected staff, students, and faculty during the pandemic
#FightOn
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I am proud to have received a 100% legislative score from
@eqca
! I will continue to work to ensure our communities are places of inclusion and equality!
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There is an enduring hypocrisy in our judicial system keeping people of color from obtaining true & simple justice. Jacob Blake was shot 7x & no one was charged. Kyle Rittenhouse went to a BLM protest armed & murdered people & was let go. The time for real reform is now.
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15 yrs from now I'm hopeful that other African American men will not share the same fear this 62 yr old black man has when stopped by law enforcement. AB392 is a step in the right direction & I'm proud to coauthor this bill that can change the culture of policing across the USA.
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It's official -
#AB2799
has been signed by
@CAgovernor
@GavinNewsom
protecting artist's creative expression by not allowing their lyrics or videos to bemused in court against them w/out judicial review.
@KillerMike
@TooShort
@MeekMill
@YG
@Tyga
@E40
@Saweetie
@tydollasign
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This morning I joined colleagues in support of
@GarmentWorkerLA
& the need to pass
#SB62
@SenMariaEDurazo
ensuring livable wages & safe working environments. My mother was a garment worker-I know this industry-It's time for change.
@SenGonzalez_33
@AsmCarrillo
@AsmLuzRivas
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As we move into the legislative session, I want to congratulate my fellow elected officials on being selected to represent their constituents. We have been given a great responsibility & we must act to advance the needs of Californians now & into the future.
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Preparing to present my bill
#AB89
, that was signed into law by
@CAgovernor
@GavinNewsom
this year, as model legislation to the Nat'l Black Caucus of State Legislators
@NBCSLNews
@ElectBradford
@HollyJMitchell
@thelasentinel
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Enough is Enough! I stand in solidarity with all the students across this great nation who advocate for gun control!
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I hope everyone had a wonderful weekend. I was lucky enough to spend mine with
#Batman
on his 5th birthday adventure!
#grandson
#celebration
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Congratulations to officer Emada Tingirides
@LAPDETingirides
on being named the new Deputy Chief of the
@LAPDHQ
#community
policing bureau. Your work in our brown & black communities has been positive & impactful. Best of luck in your new role.
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As we take on the serious matter of equality in our country, I don't want to forget the graduating class of 2020. These future leaders will continue to shape our world using the tools & experiences we provide them.
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I had the opportunity to speak with
@CAgovernor
@GavinNewsom
& new & known colleagues about this year's legislative priorities - we are ready & eager to move
#California
forward!
@AsmRobertRivas
@ib2_real
@MattHaneySF
@AsmMarcBerman
#progress
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This year, Transgender Visibility is more important than ever, as 420 anti-LGBTQ+ bills have already been introduced in state legislatures across the nation, a record number, many particularly targeting transgender youth.
#TransPeopleBelong
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I am honored to have the opportunity to represent
#AD59
& serve as Chair of the Public Safety Committee. I look forward to being sworn in today & joining colleagues in session to move our great state forward.
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I joined friends, advocates, & colleagues this morning at a press conference in support of
#AB1766
. I am proud to co-author this bill granting access to a
#California
ID to all - no matter what your legal status.
@SantiagoAD53
@Victor__Gordo
@AsmMarkStone
@CHIRLA
@ajsocal_
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I had the opportunity to celebrate Ms. Olabe Walker's 105 birthday (from a distance) & let her know she is a valued member of the
#AD59
community. Her energy, passion for life & generosity make her a special individual.
#HappyBirthday
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Making subtle recommendations to my grandson as he contemplates his future.
No pressure!
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Working on pressing issues before us will require using a new lens and progressive thinking to create new opportunities for Californians in education, employment & business develoment. I am ready for the challenge and the work that needs to be done.
#AD5
#Workingforyou
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My comments on the shooting of 2
@LASDHQ
officers: I am praying for the officers involved & their families. This was an unprovoked cowardly act. My respect to the men & women in law enforcement who wake up daily knowing the risk they take to secure our safety.
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I encourage everyone to visit the CA African American Museum
@CAAMinLA
located in my district
#AD59
during
#BlackHistoryMonth
& throughout the year. Great exhibits and programs for all family members, students, & those interested in understanding the Black experience in America.
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I wanted to thank everyone who came to the Capitol today
@ncylnews
ABMOC
@youthmentoring
to support my $100 million Youth Reinvestment Grant! I appreciate everyone's support to helping me dismantle the school to prison pipeline.
#morediversionlessincarceration
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A huge shout out to my brothers and sisters who will be striking outside of
@CedarsSinai
, fighting for their patients and for fair wages and treatment in the workplace.
@seiucalifornia
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Good things are happening in
#SOUTHLOSANGELES
! Working w/ Assembly Speaker
@Rendon63rd
& Senator
@sydneykamlager
during budget negotiations we were able to secure $30 million for new development & upgrades to
@KedrenHealth
. Today we presented the check to begin phase 1!
@KMEX34
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Not only do I support my brothers & sister in labor, I am a dues paying union member myself. Members of
@SEIU1000
shouldn't have to demand a fair contract - they've earned the right to decent healthcare & liveable wages. I stand with the members & their bargaining team.
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5
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California has added a new holiday to its list of celebrations.
#Juneteenth
is now a recognized state holiday after
@CAgovernor
@GavinNewsom
signed
#AB1655
into law.
@asmakilahweber
@thelasentinel
@kbla1580
@CABlackCaucus
@latimes
@sacbee_news
@sfchronicle
@RadioFreeKJLH
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Honored to join colleagues in support of
@BAPSCharities
#JoyofOthers
walk/run this morning.
@HollyJMitchell
@sydneykamlager
@HildaSolis
@SusanGKomen
@TashaCerda
#GreatCauses
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As a founding member & first Chair of the
#ProgressiveCaucus
, I am pleased to see how much it has grown & the diverse membership it represents.
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Today we held the first hearing of Select Committee on Ending the School to Prison Pipeline. As Chair, I chose to focus our first hearing on the need to recruit and retain talented educators. Thank you
@wendycarrillo
@AsmMarkStone
@Ash_Kalra
@AsmKamlagerDove
@KenCooley
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Overturning California's ban on assault weapons is wrong & jeopardizes
#publicsafety
. Today, I, along w/ colleagues, spoke out against the ridiculous ruling & vow to work to reinstate the ban.
@AGRobBonta
@CAgovernor
@AsmMikeGipson
@AsmCarrillo
@AsmGarcia
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I joined colleagues, family, friends and former staff at the unveiling of the Mervyn D Dymally bust which will now reside in the Capitol. As a former Senator, Lt. Governor, Congressman and founder of the CA Black Caucus, we all owe a huge debt of gratitude to this great leader.
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Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year!
#T
ìoReggie
My grandson and I are in great shape for the 2020 Battles!
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1
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I was honored to be recognized by the
@CaliforniaLabor
& receive a 100% on their scorecard for my work in support of
#unions
, along with this truly unique award! I am grateful.
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2
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At the
#California
#Reparations
Task Force hearing in the
@CityofSanDiego
today. Good turnout. Looking forward to hearing from the public on the issues. Final report due out on June 30, 2023, followed by legislative review.
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Had a great conversation with
@Matt_Barnes22
yesterday, looking forward to working with him on my Select Committee on the Status of Boys and Men of Color.
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As Chair of the Public Safety Cmte, it was an honor to attend the signing of
@AsmShirleyWeber
#AB392
. This historic legislation is the first of its kind, changing the culture of policing & saving countless lives. The mentality of shoot first, ask questions later ends now.
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Off to a great start! The Assembly's
#PublicSafety
Committee, which I Chair, is the first Committee to hear bills. Public safety begins w/ public trust - in policing, our judicial system, our prison system, & overall fairness in laws presented & passed. There's more to be done.
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Honored to join colleagues
@MRTempower
@RepKarenBass
@HollyJMitchell
@TanyaForLAUSD
@GeorgeGascon
to discuss the future of
#southLA
. Thank you
@CoCoSouthLA
for hosting this important community discussion.
#Workingtogether
#AD59
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As I return to
#Sacramento
for work, I can't help reflect on how energized my weekend was spending time with my grandson.
#family
#springtime
#USC
#littleleague
#Grandson
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I joined my colleagues in celebrating our
@AssemblyFellows
.
Our fellow, Erika has been a wonderful addition to the office. As she wraps up the first year of what promises to be a long & successful career, all of Team Jones-Sawyer thanks her for her work on behalf of AD59 and CA.
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The fight for workers rights continued today - I am honored to be a dues paying union member & humbled to have been a part of today's rally in support of
#AB257
@seiucalifornia
@seiu1021
@SEIU721
@Fightfor15LA
#FastFoodEmployees
#Respect
#SiSePuede
#adelante
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Good morning
#LA
! I joined w/ the good folks from
@CHPCentralLA
@ChpLos
,
@BancOfCal
@UNITEHERE11
&
@CedarsSinai
distributing
#nutritional
food staples to community members @ the drive thru food giveaway
@ExpositionPark
#Volunteering
@CoCoSouthLA
@South_LA
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I had the opportunity to discuss criminal justice reform with
@KimKardashian
today at the State Capitol and look forward to continuing conversations.
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Discriminatory
#911
calls are dangerous, oppressive, & create risky situations between police & black/brown ppl. Thank you
@CAGovernor
for rising with us to end this deplorable behavior. We’re not done yet.
#AB1775
#EndRacism
#MeetTheMoment
@CALNENA911
@LaOpinionLA
@latimes
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BREAKING: My P.E.A.C.E Act has passed both the Senate & Assembly with bipartisan support! This bill will professionalize policing by ensuring a more mature & better educated workforce -
#AB89
now heads to
@CAgovernor
@GavinNewsom
! Thanks to
@AntiRecidivism
@CFA_United
@CalChiefs
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Even better than getting five bills signed in one day is welcoming
@CAgovernor
@GavinNewsom
to the 59th Assembly District and my local Starbucks to thank him in person and discuss the future of criminal justice reform. Much more work to be done!
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The video showing the senseless beating of Tyre Nichols is appalling. The warrior mentality of too many police departments across our nation must be eliminated and reforms must be implemented.
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Martin Luther King Jr. was 26 when he lead the Montgomery Bus Boycott. It's never to early to be active!
#BlackHistoryMonth
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Supporting my son, the Teacher, the night before the LAUSD Strike.
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Excited to announce my bill AB 1325 that would allow homeless individuals an opportunity to pay back parking & traffic tickets through community service passed the Assembly Transportation Committee today. Next stop, Appropriations committee.
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Perspective: My mother was admitted to the hospital last night due to breathing problems - mom has been tested & cleared by her doctor. Last year, my mother suffered through a series of heart attacks - none caused permanent damage.
During one episode my 18yr old niece, (1/3)
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Honored to have joined
@LAUSDSup
#GeorgeClooney
#DonCheadle
@mindykaling
@Monica4LA
at the Roybal Film & Television Magnet School advisory board meeting to discuss the great work being done.
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I am proud to have led the return of the Assembly by introducing the first piece of legislation before the Transportation Committe & testing the 1st hearing w/ witnesses/comments via call-in.
#AB3277
@HPAreaChamber
@City_of_HP
@South_LA
@FFWPChamber
@SouthLADems
#movingCAforward
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My Grandson Aaron and I prays that everyone had a Happy Thanksgiving.
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I am a proud co-author of
#ACA5
. I had the extreme honor of officiating my son's wedding in 2017 & know that love is love is love.
#FillTheWorldwithLove
#MarriageEquality
#PrideMonth
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BREAKING:
#AB1347
, sponsored by
@ICRicardoLara
to end oppressive Bail Renewal Fees, has passed thru the Asm. Public Safety Cmte! Poverty is not a crime & it should never be a factor in seeking equality & justice.
@latimes
@sacbee_news
@sfchronicle
@Univision34LA
@TELEMUNDO52
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30 yrs ago the world watched the brutal beating of Rodney King. Calls for police reform followed. As chair of public safety, I cont. to lead the charge for reforms to help redefine policing & creating modern law enforcement depts in-tune & engaged w/ the communities they serve.
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Before there was Black Panther,
@sidneypoitier
was my generation's first black cinematic superhero who fought against racism. He was ahead of his time. His life's work in cinema, the arts, & social equality remains impactful & is worthy of praise & recognition.
#SidneyPoitierRIP
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Finishing up
@drjnla
helping alongside dedicated
@LASchools
employees distributing meals to students thru the
#grabandgo
program.
@Monica4LA
@austinbeutner
#studentsfirst
@thelasentinel
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Gracias
@CAgovernor
@GavinNewsom
por firmar
#AB1347
en ley! ¡Esta ley elimina las prácticas injustas en las fianzas de inmigración y las fianzas criminal!
@ICRicardoLara
@SenateHertzberg
@CHIRLA
@sfdefender
@lccrsf
@safeandjust
@Western_Center
@InitiateJustice
@PublicCounsel
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8
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My mother was a garment worker & my grandmother was a domestic worker - I am proud to stand with the thousands of essential individuals working in these industries as co-author of SB 1399 & SB 1257.
@MariaEDurazo
@GarmentWorkerLA
@City_of_HP
@FFWPChamber
@florencefiresto
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Congratulations to Speaker-elect
@RobertRivas_CA
who will lead the CA Assembly starting July 1, 2023. As move towards the transition, I look forward to my continued work with current Speaker
@Rendon63rd
on upcoming major issues like our budget &
#publicsafety
through his tenure.
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Had a great time at my 4th annual Mother’s Day Brunch honoring all the hard working Moms! Was also proud to share this dancing moment with my grandson Aaron MacNally!
#wegotmoves
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Celebrating
#BlackHistoryMonth2020
should include a trip to the
#CA
African American Museum
@CAAMinLA
located in
#AD59
.
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