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This #BlackHistoryMonth, we celebrate Florence Price, a trailblazing Black composer whose work continues to inspire generations. From her groundbreaking debut with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra to the recent rediscovery of her work, Florence Price’s music transcends time. 🎶

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Dozens of Illinois communities are reinstating the local grocery tax starting in January 2026 to offset the state's expiring tax. With many more expected to follow, local leaders are also pushing for new taxes on gas to fund infrastructure projects. #LocalTaxes #GroceryTax

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John Thune is moving S.9(trans athletes ban) to a cloture vote on monday. Take a minute please and do this form

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Here are three things that individuals can do now to stand up for democracy:

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A memo from Marco Rubio could bar most trans individuals from entering the U.S. by requiring visas to reflect sex at birth. This could impact trans activists, athletes, & anyone with updated gender markers. 📢 We must continue to push back against these dangerous restrictions

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Transgender teens and their parents are speaking out after Lurie Children's paused gender-affirming surgeries following a federal executive order. Hear their stories on 217 Today. #GenderAffirmingCare

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As lawmakers in other states work to undermine same-sex marriage, Illinois must stay committed to equality by clarifying & expanding the protection of marriage rights for LGBTQ+ couples here. ⚠️ Call your IL state legislators to ensure #MarriageEquality remains protected.

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In 2021, IL took bold steps to address the rise in #DomesticViolence killings by passing legislation to establish panels for reviewing fatal cases. However, almost four years later, progress has been painfully slow. It's essential to remember the real lives at stake.

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Promising news in the fight against #BreastCancer! AstraZeneca’s experimental drug has shown significant success in improving survival without disease progression in a key clinical trial. This breakthrough could lead to a new standard-of-care for patients with advanced breast cancer.

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🚨 TODAY, the Senate is moving forward on the bill to ban trans women from women's school sports, targeting trans youth under the guise of fairness. It will take 7 Dems breaking rank to move this bill forward. 📢 Tell Senators Duckworth & Durbin to hold the line & vote NO!

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👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽Rep. Brittany Pettersen made an incredible sacrifice by bringing her newborn to Congress to cast a critical vote on the Republican budget resolution. But, it's time for a change. Support Rep. Pettersen's bipartisan bill to allow proxy voting for new parents. #WorkplaceEquity

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Sexual assault survivors deserve justice, and they deserve it NOW. The backlog of rape kits in our system is a inexcusable. ⚠️ Take Action! Contact the IL State Police to demand immediate processing of the backlog of rape kits now! 📧 [email protected] #SupportSurvivors

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🚨 DUE WED, FEB 26 BY 2PM - Safety comes first in cases of #DomesticViolence. Granting the right to use work devices helps eliminate the risk of disciplinary action from employers while trying to ensure personal safety. Submit a witness slip as PROPONENT for HB1278 ➡️ http://bit.ly/HB1278WS0226

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A growing faction of abortion "abolitionists" is pushing to criminalize abortion as homicide, with some even advocating for the death penalty for people who terminate pregnancies. These extremists, once seen as fringe, are now gaining influence. We cannot ignore this dangerous shift.

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🧡 Attention new & expecting birth givers: The AHA now recommends screening for depression & anxiety during pregnancy and up to one year after birth. Mental health conditions are a leading cause of maternal death in the U.S. & can impact pregnancy outcomes. Your #MentalHealth matters!

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I’m demanding answers, alongside members of the Illinois federal delegation, from the Trump administration for ignoring court orders to release almost $1.88 billion in federal funding for our state. If they can't hold their end of the deal, Illinoisans deserve to know.

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As lawsuits against the administration grow, here is where some of the orders that affect LGBTQ+ people and women stand. #MsReads via @19thnews.org

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💜 #SupportSurvivors of #DomesticViolence! Make a donation to Soul Full Chicago on behalf of Life Span today! 🗓️ Deadline March 6. If you or anyone you know is affected by domestic violence, call or text the Illinois Domestic Violence Hotline at 877-863-6338.

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We will be hosting our first Social Justice Meeting of the year next week! In this meeting we will be hosting the Illinois Black Advocacy Initiative & will be covering the issues that they advocate for here in our community & the greater state of Illinois! Register: bit.ly/BHFebr

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The House will vote TODAY on whether to advance devastating cuts to Medicaid that would destroy lifesaving programs for people with disabilities, children, seniors, and more. Call your representative now and tell them to save Medicaid at (202) 224-3121.

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👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 IL State Superintendent Tony Sanders reaffirms that schools across the state will continue to teach Black, Asian American, & LGBTQ+ history & provide education to all students, regardless of citizenship status. Illinois remains committed to uplifting & supporting ALL students.

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🚨 DUE TUES, FEB 25 BY 2PM 🚨 Support legislation that supports equality and prevents discriminatory practices in the auto insurance market. Submit a witness slip as PROPONENT for HB1252 ➡️ http://bit.ly/HB1252WS0225

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Last week, Anita Hill led a powerful conversation on #GenderBasedViolence, partisanship in the #SupremeCourt, & the future of higher education. Hill’s words remind us that change begins with each of us & that together, we can work toward a better, more just society.

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Related: the last time Dems had control of the House the Violence Against Women Act was opposed by 179 Republicans. Will any of the remaining 29 call this out? clerk.house.gov/Votes/202186

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👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 Yale is revolutionizing care for girls & young #WomenInSports, addressing unique injuries like ACL tears, concussions, & stress fractures. This specialized program provides comprehensive support ensuring holistic care for physical & mental health. https://buff.ly/41vzIfc

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🚨 DUE TUES, FEB 25 BY 5PM - Support legislation that strengthens workplace protections for nursing parents, improving workplace equity, promoting health benefits for babies, & creating a more family-friendly work environment. Submit a witness slip as PROPONENT for SB212. https://buff.ly/3XekisU

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Victory for #ReproductiveRights! SCOTUS has rejected challenges to "buffer zone" laws that limit how close protesters can get to abortion clinic entrances. Despite the court's conservative majority, this decision preserves crucial protections for safe access to abortion care.

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⚠️ Tuesday, February 25 is Election Day! 🗳️ REPOST from IL SBE - Curbside voting is here for anyone who can’t access polling places! If you need this service tomorrow, don’t forget to reach out to your election authority today. You can find their contact info here: buff.ly/3Xc2wa0

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(1/3) From deepfakes to cyber exploitation, online spaces have become new battlegrounds for gender-based violence. Women and girls face a rising wave of harassment, threats, and digital manipulation—often at the hands of anonymous abusers. https://buff.ly/437PZIc

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ILGA WITNESS SLIPS - WEEK OF FEB 24 📣 CALL TO ACTION 📣 ✅ Fill out witness slips as a 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗣𝗢𝗡𝗘𝗡𝗧 for bills that address violence against women, improve maternal & infant health, combat discrimination, promote gun safety, encourage representation, & supports survivors. https://bit.ly/WitnessSlips0224

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Trump is targeting trans service members, banning new enlistments & halting #GenderAffirmingCare. This cruel & discriminatory policy threatens the careers of thousands of dedicated troops. Trans service members have served with honor for decades—this ban is unjust & unnecessary.

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Trump’s promise to expand IVF access may sound like a win for families, but it’s not. True #ReproductiveFreedom means protecting all paths to parenthood—without political interference. IVF access can’t be separated from abortion rights, maternal health, & LGBTQ+ family protections.

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Trailblazing journalist, suffragist & civil rights leader Ida B. Wells is now featured on a U.S. quarter as part of the American Women Quarters Program! From exposing the horrors of lynching to fighting for women’s voting rights, Wells’ legacy continues to inspire. #BlackHistoryMonth

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Plain and simple: Respecting a patient’s identity leads to better healthcare outcomes. Using correct pronouns and gender-affirming language helps LGBTQ+ patients feel safe, heard, and more likely to seek care when they need it. #GenderAffirmingCare https://buff.ly/4iacdxx

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A yearlong investigation by ProPublica found that abortion bans are delaying & denying critical miscarriage care. This guide explains what to expect if you're experiencing pregnancy loss, how to advocate for yourself, and where to find doctors who will offer all options.

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Breast cancer rates are rising in young women & the increase isn’t just genetic. Environmental, lifestyle & other unknown factors may be contributing. Awareness & early detection save lives. Stay informed, trust your instincts & take action when needed. 💗 #BreastCancerAwareness

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Trump’s executive order banning DEI is a direct attack on Black maternal health. Without accountability, hospitals can continue failing Black women with no consequences. We can’t afford to go backward. #BlackMaternalHealth msmagazine.com/2025/02/14/t...

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In 1866, Malinda Russell became the first known Black American woman to publish a cookbook. Now, 160 years later, her work is available in a brand-new edition! Discovered in the early 2000s, Russell’s book challenges history’s erasure of Black culinary voices. #BlackHistoryMonth

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Forcing trans people into bathrooms that don’t match their identity doesn’t protect anyone—it puts them at greater risk of harassment and violence. The real threat isn’t trans inclusion; it’s discrimination. #ProtectTransLives

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"Watch what they do, not what they say: Senate Republicans blocked @SenBooker and my budget amendment to help lower IVF costs for middle-class families." - Senator Tammy Duckworth, Threads, Feb 21, 2025

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👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 Senate Dems are calling the GOP’s bluff on IVF. Trump’s executive order on IVF is all talk—now, Senators Tammy Duckworth & Cory Booker are calling for a real vote to mandate insurance coverage. #ReproductiveRights #IVF www.axios.com/2025/02/20/s...

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🚨 PUBLIC HEALTH ALERT: The Trump administration has abruptly ended the CDC’s successful "Wild to Mild" flu vaccine campaign. Who does this hurt the most? 🔹 Pregnant women 🔹 Children 🔹 High-risk groups Flu vaccines save lives. Share this post to spread awareness.

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📢 ACTION NEEDED: 📢 🧵 (1/4) The U.S. Dept of State is accepting public comments on proposed changes to passport forms that would roll back progress for trans & nonbinary individuals. These changes follow the harmful EO which seeks to reintroduce "biological sex at birth" on federal documents.

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Small businesses are staying committed to #DEI. A recent survey shows over half of #SmallBusiness owners are implementing DEI practices, leading to stronger workplace culture, better recruitment, and happier employees. Let’s continue pushing for a more inclusive future! www.cnbc.com/2025/02/18/o...

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⚠️ The Dept. of Education has halted thousands of civil rights investigations—leaving students facing discrimination with no recourse. Investigations now focus on banning trans athletes & targeting diversity efforts. This isn't oversight - all students deserve protection.

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