Congress
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Strickland Launches 3rd Annual Congressional Art Competition
Lacey, Washington – Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) announced today that her office will begin accepting submissions for the 2023 Congressional Art Competition is an opportunity to recognize, honor, and encourage young artistic talent across the nation. “The Congressional Art Competition allows students to showcase their artistic talent and represent the South Sound through their work,”…
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Strickland Leads Colleagues In Empowering Global Access To Abortion Care
Washington, D.C. — Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) led her House colleagues in re-introducing the Abortion is Health Care Everywhere Act, along with U.S. Representatives Jan Schakowsky (IL-09), Barbara Lee (CA-12), Diana DeGette (C0-1), Ayanna Pressley (MA-7), Norma Torres (CA-35) and U.S. Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ). “As MAGA extremists unleash their assault on women’s rights, it…
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STRICKLAND CALLS OUT MAGA ATTEMPTS TO TRIVIALIZE DIVERSITY & INCLUSION IN THE ARMED FORCES
Washington, D.C.— Today, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) joined a House Armed Services Committee (HASC) Military Personnel Subcommittee hearing where she confronted attempts by several MAGA members of the House GOP conference to diminish the importance of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion policies to recruiting and retention in the Armed Forces. She also called out Republican Leadership’s attempt…
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BLACK LEADERSHIP THRIVES IN THE SOUTH SOUND
JUST LOOK AT THE NAMES ON THIS LIST | OPINION Black leadership thrives in the South Sound – The News Tribune BY U.S. REP. MARILYN STRICKLAND Black History is more than a month-long celebration to raise awareness about the contributions of Black leaders to our community and nation. It is an extraordinary time here in the…
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CONSTITUENT SPOTLIGHT: KEOKI KAUANOE
This week, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) announced her March Constituent Spotlight is on Keoki Kauanoe in Olympia, WA. Kauanoe is being recognized for his work as Director of Father Engagement at Family Education and Support Services (FESS), especially his classes focused on Suicide Prevention. “Keoki is a remarkable leader and educator here in the South…
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Strickland Appointed Chair Of Pivotal National Security Task Force
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) was appointed as Chair of the New Democrat Coalition’s National Security Task Force. This role will strengthen her advocacy for servicemembers and their families in Washington’s 10th District. “Our country and our allies are safest when Congress effectively exercises its authority to guide national security policy,” said…
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2022 YEAR IN REVIEW
I wanted to take a moment to look back on what we achieved together in 2022. View my 2022 Annual Report below. Watch my recap video at this link.