Jamaal Bowman Quotes

Jamaal Bowman

Profession : Politician

Birth : April 1, 1976

Caregiving is almost always provided by women, and especially Black and brown women. This work has historically been made invisible, which creates opportunities for the exploitation and poverty wages many of our caregivers face without protection or recourse.

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We need to ask ourselves what kind of systems and structures we want in place - not only for people to survive, but also to thrive and reach their full potential.

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To reimagine our country, we must first rebuild our infrastructure with community priorities at the center.

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The barriers to careers in STEM that people of color and traditionally underrepresented groups face need to be broken down.

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Racist infrastructure has damaged districts like mine for generations.

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No Republican vote in favor of an infrastructure package should supersede our mission: to build an America that works for the people, not for massive corporations. Getting Republicans on board is not necessary. Getting the American people back on their feet is.

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We need a transformation to our energy system that not only reflects our climate reality. We need an energy system that is of, by, and for the people - not corporations seeking the largest possible profit.

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As long as energy is treated as a commodity, not a right, poor people, workers, and communities of color will suffer.

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We need to make power a public utility to end man-made energy disasters and ensure that no family ever has to choose between keeping the lights on or feeding their kids.

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Yes, we need a substantial investment in our hard infrastructure like roads and bridges. But roads and bridges can't serve people if they don't have the child care they need in order to go to work or the health care they need to stay healthy and participate in the workforce.

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Roads and bridges can't serve us if they're continually eroded by a worsening climate crisis.

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We need to invest in our people and a livable planet if we want to build an economy that works for everyone.

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My number one priority is the safety of our communities, and particularly the safety of our children.

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We must empower educators to provide the best learning environment possible for students.

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Without a holistic care infrastructure to support us, our economy and society simply cannot thrive.

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I believe with all my heart that bold, public investments in care for people, communities, and the environment can anchor the rebirth of our country and secure our future.

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In the 21st century, we must rethink broadband as a basic utility alongside gas, electric, and water.

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As chair of the Energy Subcommittee, I look forward to passing visionary policy that seeks to infuse climate justice with economic and racial justice.

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We can heal our planet, use cleaner and more efficient sources of energy while creating green jobs.

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