Barbara Lee tweeted the following:
"On #NationalDayofRacialHealing, we are reminded that systemic racism contributes to life threatening disparities in health care, our economy, environment, & so much more. My own mother almost died while giving birth to me, & was denied critical care due to the color of her skin."Read on Twitter
Here are other recent tweets from Barbara Lee:
"@SenBooker and I are pushing for a US Commission on Truth, Racial Healing, and Transformation because we cannot heal without a national truth telling moment. vox.com/22308043/truth"Read on Twitter"Read on Twitter
"Standing in view of our Capitol nearly 60 years ago, Dr. King made an impassioned call to end systemic racial & economic inequality, stand up against white supremacy, and givepeoplehopefor a better nation.Today, we honor his legacy & vow to continue his mission. #MLKDay" on Jan. 16Read on Twitter
"Thank you @POTUS for approving Californias Major Disaster Declaration request to help communities across our state impacted by these devastating storms. This aid will be crucial to a full recovery. twitter.com/GovPressOffice" on Jan. 15Read on Twitter
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