sheila jackson lee

“ Truth and reconciliation about the 'original sin of American slavery' is necessary to light the way to the beloved community we all seek. ”

“ I love the people I get to serve and I have wonderful colleagues that I get the chance to serve with. ”

“ We have not won the battle against drug trafficking. ”

“ I take no issue with anyone who chooses to go out and castigate, because I'm a tough lady, and I have been in the skin of a woman and an African-American, and I understand the injustices we have to live through, and I just take it with a smile because I love the institution. ”

“ I'm a woman of a certain era. ”

“ We as Public Servants must not be silent! We have to speak to the pain of African American men and youth across the country during this time! We have to be firm about our voices being heard. ”

“ The role of the federal government supporting the institution of slavery and subsequent discrimination directed against blacks is an injustice that must be formally acknowledged and addressed. ”

“ I am a queen, and I demand to be treated like a queen. ”

“ Our marijuana laws disproportionately harm individuals and communities of color, leading to convictions that damage job prospects, access to housing, and the ability to vote. ”

“ Today we have two Vietnams, side by side, north and south. ”