Choice and Women's Freedoms
Louise was first elected to Congress thanks in part to both Republican and Democratic women who wanted a strong voice in Washington. 26 years later, Louise is still fighting for equal pay, equal access to healthcare and equal protections under the law. A long time champion of women's rights, Louise has never backed down when it comes to ensuring women a fair playing field. Louise has a long line of victories in fighting for women. Since she has been in office, she has:
- Co-authored the Violence Against Women Act, to empower women to pursue justice in cases of domestic and sexual violence
- Led the charge to create the Office of Research on Women's Health at the National Institute of Health. Prior to its creation, all research was conducted on white males, even for diseases like breast cancer and cervical cancer.
- Served as co-chair of the Pro-Choice Caucus, fighting at every chance to protect the rights of women to choose
- Introduced legislation to provide equal rights to women serving in our nation's military, making sure they receive the specialized care they need while protecting our country
From protecting Planned Parenthood to ensuring that women were treated fairly under healthcare laws, Louise proudly serves at the front lines in order to protect the hard-won freedoms and protections women enjoy today.