"Without health insurance, getting sick or injured could mean going bankrupt, going without needed care, or even dying needlessly."
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Jan Schakowsky, born on May 26, 1943, in Chicago, Illinois, is a prominent American politician and a stalwart advocate for progressive values. Serving as a Democratic member of the U.S. House of Representatives since 1999, she has championed causes such as healthcare reform, women's rights, and social justice. With a career steeped in activism and public service, Schakowsky's commitment to her constituents and her unwavering voice for the marginalized have solidified her legacy as a transformational leader in American politics.
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"We should not wait any longer to ensure that women get the pay they deserve. I will keep fighting for this until we achieve equality. I am very thankful for all those who are already advocating for equal pay, and I hope others will join me in this fight."
Jan Schakowsky"In 1973, the Roe v. Wade decision concluded that women have a constitutionally protected right to safe and legal abortions. That landmark decision wasn't the beginning of women having abortions; it was the end of women dying from abortions."
Jan Schakowsky"Community health centers do a great deal with limited resources. They provide critical medical care services to many who would otherwise have no other place to go or would end up in an emergency room."
Jan Schakowsky"When girls can get an education and women can work and run businesses or even serve as elected officials, the world benefits."
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"More than 180 countries around the world have ratified CEDAW, some with reservations. While the United States signed the treaty in 1981, it is one of the few countries that have not yet ratified it. As a global leader for human rights and equality, I believe our country should adopt this resolution and ratify the CEDAW treaty."
Jan Schakowsky"As a member of the Democratic Women's Working Group and Co-Chair of the Congressional Seniors Task Force, I will keep fighting for women's rights until they are completely secured. My daughters and granddaughters and millions of women and girls nationwide deserve our tireless efforts until we become a country where there is truly equality for all."
Jan Schakowsky"Investing in women at home and abroad strengthens families, uplifts our children, improves health, makes communities and countries more peaceful, and brightens our collective future. Where women have equality, security, and the opportunity to live, work, and prosper, their families and societies are better off."
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