Issues
Civil Rights
I am committed to ensuring that all Americans
enjoy the rights and protections
guaranteed by the U.S. Constitution. Americans are entitled
to due process and equal protection under the law regardless
of race, religion, ethnicity, national origin, gender, age,
disability, or sexual orientation.
I am working hard to fight discrimination by, for example,
introducing legislation to suspend federal executions and
urge the states to suspend their executions, while a national
commission reviews the fairness of the administration of the
death penalty. I have also introduced legislation to end and
prevent the practice of racial profiling by some members of
law enforcement, and have been a consistent supporter of the
Employment Non-Discrimination Act (ENDA). As our nation responds
to the new challenges arising from the tragic events of September
11, 2001, I also pledge to work to ensure that we preserve
our cherished freedoms while fighting terrorism. I believe
that civil rights for all Americans should be a priority for
this administration and Congress.
I am also determined to combat efforts to turn back the clock
on civil rights. The Fairness and Individual Rights Necessary
to Ensure a Stronger Society: the Civil
Rights Act of 2004 or "FAIRNESS Act", which
I cosponsored in the 108th Congress, is a comprehensive civil
rights 'fix' bill. The FAIRNESS Act would restore fairness
and equal justice under the law by providing protections to
older workers, providing fair treatment for state employees
(including those who serve in the military), preventing discrimination
in access to public services, ensuring equal pay for equal
work for working women, and protecting the right to go to
court for employees who have been the victims of discrimination
in the workplace.
USA
Patriot Act
Protecting
Privacy
Racial Profiling
Voting Rights
Death
Penalty
Censuring
the President
Detention
and Targeting of Immigrants
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