Sentences with phrase «fierce advocates for»
To preserve America's global standing as well as advance our national interests, U.S. leaders must serve as fierce advocates for human rights, which is why Planned Parenthood remains wary of Rex Tillerson, who during the course of his hearing failed to acknowledge known human rights abuses conducted by foreign governments over the years.
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Our Maryland personal injury lawyers have firmly established ourselves with the insurance companies as fierce advocates for our clients in their battle to get the compensation they deserve.
Some of them have become fierce advocates for the proposition that society must drastically limit its use of fossil fuels so as to limit emission of carbon dioxide to the atmosphere.
Likewise with web standards, and now publishing standards: we can only kill off Amazon's DRM if we become fierce advocates for open standards and vote with our wallets until things are made right.
And she held an afternoon rally at the New York Hilton in Midtown with former US Rep. Gabby Giffords, who survived a shooting, and Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, who have become fierce advocates for gun control.
Not only is Johnson for lower taxes, like Donald Trump, but he'd be a fierce advocate for the sort of free trade deals that have become a whipping boy in the age of Trump and Sanders.
Cornyn is a fierce advocate for gun rights.
«I realize that I can come off as a somewhat fierce advocate for Uber,» Kalanick said.
Cornyn is a fierce advocate for guns.
McCool's cousin, Wilson Cruz, posted on Facebook that she was a cancer survivor and «a proud and fierce advocate for her LGBT family.»
As many of you know, I'm a fierce advocate for protecting a mom's right to breastfeed your child in public.
«Throughout her career, Shelley has been a fierce advocate for healthcare access and Westchester families can trust her to continue to do so in the State Senate.
«Louise fought for years fighting to secure over $ 15 million in federal funding, so it was only logical and necessary for Amtrak to rename the train station after Louise, a legend in her own right and a fierce advocate for her constituents,» Schumer said.
W. Hubert Keen, president of Nassau Community College, called Jacobs a fierce advocate for his school.
«Go ahead and sue us,» Mark - Viverito, a fierce advocate for both IDNYC and the undocumented, spat out when the Observer asked about the potential suit at an unrelated press conference at City Hall today.
Rachel is a fierce advocate for public education, being the daughter of two city school educators and a graduate of city schools.
Fallon said that he had not known that Patrick had commissioned the poll for him and that he would be a «fierce advocate for one person: the constituent and the taxpayer.»
«Congresswoman Slaughter was a fierce advocate for Western New York and the progressive, Democratic values of New York State.
The congresswoman regularly speaks to the administration about issues important to the LGBT community, and will continue to be a fierce advocate for full equality.»
Leading American philanthropist and fierce advocate for research into the causes and treatment of Alzheimer's disease
Governor David A. Paterson An Early Fierce Advocate for LGBTQ Rights David Alexander Paterson served as the 55th governor of New York State, between 2008 and 2010.
program will consist of 5 mail pieces educating nearly 50,000 Democratic and liberal Decline to State likely primary voters on Wendy Greuel's record as a fierce advocate for economic and healthcare policies that help women and families,» according to a release provided first to CQ Roll Call.
«Dr. Rosa has established a reputation as an outstanding educator and a fierce advocate for students facing adversity,» said State Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie and Education Chair Cathy Nolan in a joint statement.»
Gov. Dannel P. Malloy praised Jepsen, calling him «a fierce advocate for the people of Connecticut [and] a giant in Connecticut politics.»
Warren is beloved by progressive groups who see her as a fierce advocate for «regular Americans» and a worthy opponent for Wall Street.
Aside from being an Assemblyman, he was a former Chairman of the RGRTA Board of Commissioners, a good friend, and a fierce advocate for public service and public transit in our community.
«HTC knows that Rebecca will be a fierce advocate for the many issues important to our members and for the entire labor movement — we are confident she will be a champion for working families,» a HTC spokesman said.
Alcantara, a labor organizer, has said she will «continue to be a fierce advocate for the progressive policies» she has always worked for even as member of the IDC.
She also is a fierce advocate for Puerto Rico amid its debt crisis, speaking in New York City, in Florida and on the island.
Capitol District Congressman Paul Tonko, described by brunch sponsors as «a fierce advocate for our progressive values,» is scheduled as guest speaker.
«Assemblywoman Markey has been a fierce advocate for the funding of faster, better fire coverage in Western Queens,» Captain Alexander Hagan, president of the Uniformed Fire Officers Association, said in a statement.
«Senator Gillibrand has been a fierce advocate for New York and every American who needed a champion,» Rose said in a statement, citing the top Democrat's efforts against Don't Ask, Don't Tell and sexual assault in the military.
«I've had the privilege of watching Rodneyse Bichotte grow into a great leader and organizer in her time in public service,» de Blasio said in a statement announcing the endorsement, «and I am confident that she will be not just a fierce advocate for the people in her district, but also a strong leader for the city of New York.»
Those experiences have made Hrdy a fierce advocate for good day - care programs, which she considers the modern substitute for a tribal network of allomothers.
Now a Certified Nutrition & Lifestyle Coach, Stephanie is a fierce advocate for the human form, teaching women to return to the innate wisdom and brilliance of their female bodies by shedding outmoded, limiting beliefs and prioritizing excellent nutrition and self - care.
Dr. Izakson is a fierce advocate for the natural approach to healthcare which includes both physical and mental wellness.
We talk about fertility, integrating conventional and holistic fertility treatments, the importance of being open and why Mary is a fierce advocate for fertility awareness.
Bethie's mother, Teena, (Anna Hutchison) has been brutally raped by four meth heads, was left for dead, and is being nursed back to health by her mother, Agnes (Deborah Kara Unger), a strong, fierce advocate for her daughter and granddaughter who has taken on the responsibility of caring for them at great risk, as the meth heads are let out of jail on bail.
Throughout Glenn Close's distinguished career — she's received an Emmy, Golden Globe and Tony Award, plus six Academy Award nominations for acting — she has been a fierce advocate for independent film.
She has also been a fierce advocate for arts education, a well - known San Franciscan who led the movement to create a School of the Arts in the school district.
She has been a fierce advocate for school vouchers.
Tom Menino was a fierce advocate for «his city» and «his kids.»
As a budding medieval history scholar at Harvard College, Piro became a fierce advocate for reframing and reshaping the experience of people with disabilities.
Armed with a Ph.D. in physics and a strong sense of what he feels is right, the Teacher Ed alum has become a fierce advocate for the high - needs students in his New Jersey high school.
Today, Ms. Garibay remains a fierce advocate for children and families on issues of access and equity in public education.
Dr. Perry is a fierce advocate for educating low - income, minority children, and he is never afraid to challenge the status quo.
She is a dedicated mother of three beautiful sons and a fierce advocate for her community and great schools for all children.
She was kind, warm, and a fierce advocate for children.
She is also a union activist in the United Teachers of Los Angeles, a fierce advocate for social justice, and an outspoken opponent of high stakes testing.
Barbara Bush has been a fierce advocate for children and youth for many years.