Press Releases

Rep. Barbara Lee Statement for Memorial Day

Oakland, CA – Congresswoman Barbara Lee released the following statement in observance of Memorial Day:

“Memorial Day is a time to reflect on the heroic service of our men and women in uniform, as well as pay tribute to our fallen heroes.

“As the da ...

Issues: Veterans

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Congresswoman Barbara Lee Slams ‘Heartless’ Trump Budget

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Barbara Lee released the following statement on President Trump’s proposed cuts in the FY2018 budget:

“The federal budget is, at its heart, a moral document. It puts on paper the principles and priorities of a nation. In all ...

Issues: Health Care,Education,Poverty,Seniors,Economy and Jobs

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Rep. Lee: We Must Invest in Computer Science for All

Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Barbara Lee reintroduced the Computer Science for All Act, which would ensure that all students receive the critical computer science education necessary for success in the 21st century economy. The bill would authorize $250 million in new gran ...

Issues: Education,Economy and Jobs

Articles & Op-Eds

Rep. Barbara Lee: How to Move Toward an AIDS-Free Generation

To the Editor:

Re “HIV/AIDS

Articles & Op-Eds

Rep. Barbara Lee: The Hyde Amendment Is 'Blatant Discrimination Against Poor Women'

In my time as an elected representative in California and here in Congress, I am proud to have fought side-by-side with constituents, advocates, and my colleagues to end racial and gender discrimination, stand up for our human rights, and work to build a future in which all our families can thriv ...

Issues: Women,Health Care

Articles & Op-Eds

Rep. Barbara Lee: We Must Keep Fighting For Reforms to End Gun Violence

One year ago today, I held a gun violence town hall in West Oakland, featuring young activists from the East Bay. At that town hall, I had the honor of meeting 19-year-old Roderick “Travon” Godfrey, an Oakland native, painfully impacted by the violence in his community. 

Issues: Civil Rights