In addition to being the first lesbian confirmed as U.S. ambassador, she is also the first out LGBTQ person of color confirmed to the role
"Documented cases prove that placing men who ‘identify’ as female in women’s prisons puts female inmates at increased risk of sexual assault"
“As a nation, we have a responsibility to support our service members during and after their active duty ends”
“I never witnessed, [..] the behavior that’s been alleged [...] I would have immediately taken action to stop that”
"It was time for me to come home- I lived, and I served. It’s been a remarkable journey that has surpassed my wildest dreams"
“What propelled me was a belief I understood the needs and values of Vermont and thought it was time for a new generation to address them”
"LGBTQ representation in the courts is critical because judges that more accurately reflect the diversity of our nation"
“Our goal is to help mental health providers offer the best care they can to the nation’s TGE youth without a delay in treatment”
The legislation has failed to garner enough congressional support for passage beginning with its initial introduction in 2011
