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Lucille Roybal-Allard Biography

U.S. Representative

Lucille Roybal-Allard is an American politician currently serving as a U.S. Representative. Born on June 12, 1941, she has been a significant figure in American politics, representing the 39th Congressional District of California since 1993.

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Author:Lucille Roybal-Allard

“Even though some in our government may claim that civil liberties must be compromised in order to protect the public, we must be wary of what we are giving up in the name of fighting terrorism.”

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Author:Lucille Roybal-Allard

“The lessons of September 11 are that if we allow law enforcement to do their work free of political interference, if we give them adequate resources and modern technologies, we can protect our citizens without intruding on our liberties.”

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Author:Lucille Roybal-Allard

“People show surprise that I have interests outside my political career. There is subtle surprise, for example, that I would be interested in a recipe.”

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“We need to make people understand that there is a definite connection between what happens in their everyday lives and the decisions we make in Washington, D.C.”

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“With such compelling information, the question is why havent we been able to do more to prevent the crisis of underage drinking? The answer is: the alcohol industry.”

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Author:Lucille Roybal-Allard

“Our theme for this year's festivities, Dreams and Challenges of Asian Pacific Americans, speaks to the many generations of Asian Pacific Americans who worked hard to overcome economic hardship, racism and other barriers in their pursuit of the American dream.”

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“I will also continue to fight to provide better economic security for victims of domestic violence.”

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“Nearly one in four women will experience domestic violence during her lifetime. And slightly more than half of female victims of domestic violence live in households with children under age 12.”

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“This October, we renew the fight against domestic violence and abuse in America. Together, we can eliminate domestic violence from homes across the country and ensure that our children grow up in healthy, peaceful communities.”

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“To help break the cycle of domestic violence, we must allow survivors to take time off from work without fear of losing their job, to go to court, to see a doctor or to find a safe place to live.”

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“Radio interoperability is essential for our police, fire, and emergency medical service departments to communicate with each other in times of emergency.”

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“Mr. Speaker, our Nation must no longer be complacent about underage drinking and its alarming consequences. We must bring this national public health crisis out of the shadow and into the bright light of a national priority.”

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“I have long been a supporter of the Head Start program because each and every year I witness the dramatic positive impact that early intervention services have on children's lives in my congressional district.”

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“Head Start is designed to ensure that all children - regardless of their family's income, race, or ethnic background - are able to enter kindergarten ready to learn.”

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“Growing up in a violent home is a terrifying and traumatic experience that can affect every aspect of a child's life, growth, and development.”

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“Newborn screening is a public health intervention that involves a simple blood test used to identify many life-threatening genetic illnesses before any symptoms begin.”

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Born: June 12, 1941
Known for: U.S. Representative
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