Nikema Williams tweeted the following:
"I voted to pass the Law Enforcement De-Escalation Training Act tonight. Our friends, family, and neighbors experiencing mental health crises deserve law enforcement that is prepared to effectively and safely respond. We're securing the money and training to make that happen."Read on Twitter
Here are other recent tweets from Nikema Williams:
"Our veterans have sacrificed for us. We owe them more than our gratitude we owe them our support. I'm proud to lead the Return Home to Housing Act to end housing injustice for veterans and secure a roof over their heads." on Dec. 14Read on Twitter
"In Congress, I am doubted for no other reason than being a Black woman at work. In a different job, I could be fired just for wearing my hair in braids. Who would oppose ending that shameful discrimination? Ask the Senate Republicans who just blocked the #CROWNAct." on Dec. 14Read on Twitter
"The U.S. Postal Service announced that they'll honor my friend and predecessor Congressman John Lewis with a stamp in his legacy. Now it's the Senate's turn: pass the John R. Lewis: Freedom to Vote Act and carry on Congressman Lewis' fight for justice." on Dec. 14Read on Twitter
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