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Ayanna Pressley's tributes to Kitty Dukakis highlight mental health advocacy

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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, who represents Massachusetts' 7th district in the U.S. Congress, recently shared her thoughts and experiences on social media. Her posts covered a range of topics from mental health advocacy to political resistance.

On March 23, 2025, Pressley paid tribute to Kitty Dukakis, highlighting her impact on mental health awareness. "Kitty Dukakis was an incredible role model in authenticity, transparency, and vulnerability," she stated. Pressley emphasized Dukakis's efforts in reducing stigma around mental health and substance use issues.

The following day, March 24, 2025, Pressley addressed participants of a town hall meeting held in Roxbury. She expressed gratitude for their attendance and voiced concerns about certain political figures. "Thanks to everyone who joined our town hall in Roxbury!" she began. Pressley criticized former President Donald Trump and entrepreneur Elon Musk for allegedly threatening rights and freedoms in America.

In another post on the same day, she reiterated her appreciation for the community's involvement at the town hall event in Roxbury. She repeated her earlier statements about opposition against Trump and Musk’s actions. "Thanks to everyone who joined our town hall in Roxbury!" she said again.

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