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Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) Statement on the Equality Act

Today, CBC Chairman G. K. Butterfield released the following statement in response to the Equality Act:

“We believe that all Americans, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity, are entitled to protection of the law from discrimination in all aspects of American life.  We believe these principles must be enacted into law.  We look forward to the opportunity to analyze the bill introduced today.”

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Since its establishment in 1971, Members of the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) have joined together to empower America’s neglected citizens and address their legislative concerns. For more than 40 years, the CBC has consistently been the voice for people of color and vulnerable communities in Congress and has been committed to utilizing the full Constitutional power and statutory authority of the United States government to ensure that all U.S. citizens have an opportunity to achieve the American Dream. To learn more about the Congressional Black Caucus, visit http://cbc-butterfield.house.gov.

Media inquiries: Candace L. Randle at (202) 593-1331 or Candace.Randle@mail.house.gov

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