Sharice Davids

“It's clear Trump and the Republicans in Washington don't give a damn about anyone like me or anyone who doesn't think like them.”

“Kansas businesses depend on high-skilled workers to be competitive and to contribute to the local economy.”

“Whether it's a mom worrying about affording insulin for her children or a cancer patient fearing bankruptcy due the price of his life-saving medications, the number one issue Kansans talk to me about is the cost of health care and prescription drugs.”

“People in Kansas and across the country are feeling the impacts of coronavirus both on their health and on their economic security. The CARES Act, which I voted for, is one small part of helping get them the relief they need.”

“The Stonewall uprising was a day when brave individuals took to the streets to fight back against harassment and hate, and by doing so, helped to push the long history of LGBTQ activism into a nationwide movement.”

“In terms of career options, I didn't think about MMA at all. I don't know if I really thought it was a career path for many women. For someone like me, even in my prime, it wasn't something I really considered.”

“Strong alliances can thrive even where disagreements exist, but they cannot thrive where free and open communication is shut down.”

“If America is to be the land of opportunity and the beacon of hope that we claim, our immigration policies must be rooted in the fundamental principles of humanity. They must recognize, respect and honor the basic human rights of all people. And they must uphold the commitments we as a country have made to the international community.”

“Protecting our environment and natural resources is necessary for both our planet and our economy.”

“As someone who grew up in a military family, I know what it's like to have those you care about serve overseas.”

“I think it's important that the lived experiences and the point of view of L.G.B.T. folks be included in conversations that affect all of us.”

“We know that Congress must find ways to reduce the cost of health insurance, including premiums and out-of-pocket costs, as well as to lower the actual costs of health care.”

“We need to build on the progress of the Affordable Care Act, not tear it down in the middle of a global pandemic.”

“Native women and girls experience violence at far higher rates than any other female population in the country - a crisis that has devastated our communities and has been neglected for too long.”

“The children and families seeking asylum at our border deserve our immediate attention and humanitarian aid.”

“You have to build relationships and learn what are the things that are of interest to other members of Congress, what are the things that folks have been taking a lead on for a really long time.”

“I agree with the overwhelming majority of scientists who recognize that climate change is real, and it's essential that our country honors its commitment to work with the rest of the world to cut carbon pollution and address this crisis together.”

“It's an honor to be recognized by the U.S. Chamber for my work to advance pro-growth policies that will help move our community forward, particularly in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic.”

“I just think it's really important that we don't put people in a position where they're trying to decide between their health and wellbeing and their fundamental right to vote.”

“Students take out loans with the expectation that they will receive an education that sets them up for success - yet too many students are left with enormous debt from predatory institutions and no education to show for it.”