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We Must Uplift Black Women Leaders
Urban One: Engaging Black America | Must Uplift Black Women Leaders Throughout my leadership journey, I have been a “first” in many situations – the first Black woman elected Mayor of Tacoma, the first Black woman to serve as President of the Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce, the first Black woman elected to Congress from…
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Strickland Statement on National Defense Authorization Vote
Washington D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) released the following statement on her vote against H.R. 8070 Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 (NDAA): “For the second year in a row, MAGA extremists have hijacked the NDAA defense policy bill after the Armed Services committee put forth a strong,…
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Strickland Statement on Supreme Court Abortion Pill Decision
Washington D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10), a leader in the Pro-Choice Caucus, released the following statement on the Alliance for Hippocratic Medicine v. FDA Supreme Court of the United States decision protecting Mifepristone: “Today’s ruling is a step in the right direction, but this assault on reproductive freedom must stop. The abortion pill Mifepristone has been safe…
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Strickland Honors WWII Era Veterans in the South Sound
Following her recent trip to Normandy to commemorate the 80th Anniversary of D-Day, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) highlighted two living World War II (WWII) veterans residing in Olympia: Harvey Drahos and Betty Dybbro. “Local veterans deserve to be honored and recognized for their service to the nation,” said Strickland. “Mr. Drahos and Mrs. Dybbro are amongst…
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Strickland Visits Normandy for 80th Anniversary of D-Day
Washington D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) released the following statement on her participation in the bipartisan, Congressional Delegation traveling to Normandy, France: “Eighty years ago, thousands of brave servicemembers walked directly into conflict to fight for freedom and democracy. I am honored to join this bipartisan Congressional Delegation to commemorate this solemn anniversary, be…
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Strickland Gives New Farmers, Ranchers Early Financing Opportunities
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10), Senator Peter Welch (D-VT), and Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) introduced the bicameral Capital for Beginning Farmers and Ranchers Act. The bill will help new farmers and ranchers address early financial challenges. “New farmers starting their businesses often face financial barriers,” said Strickland. “This bill will give farmers immediate access…
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‘Long overdue:’ Measure to restore full military housing stipend passes key committee
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Military life often means moving every few years. It’s a requirement that can get expensive for military families. Now, they are a step closer to getting more help to cover the cost of housing. A measure to restore the monthly housing stipend back to 100% recently passed a key House committee. Amy…
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Strickland Delivers $500K for Traffic Improvements
Lakewood, WA – Today, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) announced $500,000 in federal funding for the City of University Place to support the Chambers Bay Access Project. “This federal funding will improve a critical local intersection,” said Strickland “Addressing access will help the flow of traffic and better connect University Place to the Town of Steilacoom and the rest…
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New hope is budding for Washington pot shops seeking to go cashless
SEATTLE — Marijuana dispensary owners say they want change– and not the kind that jingles in your pocket. Since recreational weed was legalized more than a decade ago, pot shops in Washington have proven to be prime targets for thieves. “Everyone living around here knows that it’s not safe being cash-only as a business,” said…