Sen. Duckworth will be penalized for taking any maternity leave

[TygrBright]

90. Phoned Udall, Phoned Heinrich.

They do not quite grasp (yet) the importance of this issue.

Lots of phone calls, people. LOTS AND LOTS of phone calls.

I'll be tracking this one and checking in with Heinrich's and Udall's office until they issue solid statements of support for the rules change.

Particularly Heinrich's office as the phone answerer gave a definite "clueless git" impression. At least Udall's phone answerer, while she wasn't familiar with the specifics of the rules change issue, recognized that it is important, put me on hold to see if there was any established position, and then took my email address to update me if/when more info is available.

This issue right here is a serious challenge to the power of the US patriarchy. When new mothers are in the Senate, reviewing issues, hearing testimony, formulating bills, participating in debate, and VOTING ON LEGISLATION, we will see some real evolution in a human direction.

firmly,
Bright