Lucy McBath

“Mental illness, hate and anger exist everywhere, but in America too often it comes armed.”

“The vast majority of Americans are asking for common-sense legislation to protect our families, our friends, and our communities from gun violence.”

“Our kids should be leaving school ready for success, not paying for the misconduct of predatory institutions.”

“When people are in crisis and pose a threat to themselves or others, those closest to them are often the first to see the warning signs.”

“Marginalized Americans should not be defined by the verbal and physical violence that looms over our heads. We have a right to exist, to live as we choose and to be free to pursue our happiness without the fear of others demonizing us or harming us just because of who we are.”

“We all want to support our working mothers. Allowing them simple accommodations can ensure they are able to continue working and provide a living for themselves and their families.”

“The Women's March in Washington was about giving power to the collective voices of women everywhere to demand that our leaders put the interests, safety, and welfare of all Americans first.”

“It's our duty in Congress to bring the voices of our communities to Washington.”

“We must protect those with pre-existing conditions and ensure that every American family has access to quality, affordable health care.”

“Children are truly the future of this country - our next teachers, they're our next doctors, they're our next police officers, and they're our next Members of Congress. It's our responsibility to do everything that we can to protect them and make sure that children are able to live, learn, and grow up in safe environments.”

“Atlanta is my home.”

“Our veterans should never be penalized for injuries they sustained in service to our country.”

“Severe weather can come at any time, and millions of people are impacted by storms each year. Truly, the best defense against severe weather is for families to create an emergency plan, practice that plan, and always stay alert and ready.”

“I came to Washington to stand up for the people who put their trust in me and to ensure the safety of the families and communities in Georgia's Sixth, and across our nation, by keeping guns out of the hands of dangerous people.”

“The CDC is an integral part of our community and on the frontlines of our pandemic response, and we must continue to give them more tools to help keep our families safe and healthy.”

“Our elections are too important to risk even the appearance of impropriety.”

“As the metropolitan Atlanta area continues to grow, it's critical that we support small businesses and the prosperity of our local community.”

“It is my solemn duty to be an ally to the trans community.”

“It is high time our government take action and do everything in its power to help reduce gun violence in America and save lives.”

“Our veterans, and especially our women veterans, need our support and the support of one another.”