Barbara Lee tweeted the following:
"On #WorldRefugeeDay, we pay tribute to the strength & resilience of the millions of refugees seeking safety for themselves & their families.Seeking refuge is a human right. We must do more to support those forced to flee."Read on Twitter
Here are other recent tweets from Barbara Lee:
"I am deeply saddened by the passing of Dr. Ruth Love: a brilliant educator, fierce advocate, and loving, compassionate woman who has been an inspiration to me over the years.Dr. Love lived a wonderful life and touched the lives of so many. May she rest in peace and power." on June 20Read on Twitter
"Ms. Opal Lee, the mother of the Juneteenth movement, deserves celebration today. I remember spending time with her in Washington DC last year as she marched to make a Juneteenth a federal holiday. She deserves credit for the holiday we are all celebrating today." on June 20Read on Twitter
"I also had the pleasure of seeing my family, whose ancestors were from Galveston, and even some East Bay constituents." on June 19Read on Twitter
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