"We must take every step necessary to protect the humanity of Black & African immigrants, families, and other people of color fleeing Ukraine."Read on Twitter
Here are other recent tweets from Barbara Lee:
"Reprehensible reports, if true. Racism & discrimination are always unacceptable, but especially cruel during a war & humanitarian crisis. Anyone seeking refuge from this blatant attack on Ukrainian sovereignty must be treated w/ dignity & respect. bbc.com/news/world-afr"Read on Twitter"Read on Twitter
"Young Black girls and boys deserve to grow up in a world where their natural hair is a point of pride, not something to hide. Im proud to co-lead the #CROWNAct with @RepBonnie @Ilhan @RepPressley & @RepGwenMoore, a crucial step toward making that a reality."Read on Twitter
"As Chair of the Appropriations Subcommittee on State & Foreign Operations, I oversee funding to assist the Ukrainian people through this crisis. Ready to work with @POTUS to get robust, comprehensive humanitarian and economic aid to the Ukrainian people."Read on Twitter
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