U.S. Rep. Ayanna Pressley Massachusetts 7th District | Official U.S. House headshot
U.S. Rep. Ayanna Pressley Massachusetts 7th District | Official U.S. House headshot
Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley, representing Massachusetts' 7th district since 2019, has shared a series of statements on social media addressing civil rights and systemic racism. The tweets emphasize her legislative efforts and political stance.
On February 16, 2025, Pressley expressed concerns over actions by former President Donald Trump and the Republican Party. She stated that they are "continuing the years-long effort to attack civil rights & dismantle any policy that uplifts Black folks." Pressley highlighted her support for the #HR40Reparations bill, which she believes would help America address its legacy of slavery and systemic racism.
The following day, February 17, 2025, she marked Presidents' Day with a reminder of the responsibilities of elected officials. In her tweet, she asserted that "Presidents are elected to serve the PEOPLE — not unaccountable billionaires, corporations, or special interests." Her message emphasized accountability in leadership.
Continuing her advocacy for reparations on February 18, 2025, Pressley reiterated that her #HR40Reparations bill is not merely symbolic but an opportunity for confronting historical injustices. She called for advancing affirmative policies to recognize and address systemic racism's harms actively.
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