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Congresswoman Nikema Williams Introduces Resolution Declaring Abortion a Human Right
Today, Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) introduced a Congressional Resolution, along with 109 other members, affirming reproductive freedom as a human right. According to the UN Committee on Human Rights, parties to the the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR), including the United States, are obliged to protect reproductive freedom. Following the Dobbs decision, many states […] Read More
Rep. Nikema Williams addresses proposed amendment to eliminate 'slavery loophole'
An amendment was introduced in Congress last week that would eliminate the so-called "slavery loophole" in the U.S. Constitution. Read More
Democrat offers resolution marking Atlanta race massacre - 116 years ago today
Rep. Nikema Williams (D-Ga.) on Thursday offered a House resolution calling on Congress to condemn the actions of a white mob that attacked and murdered Black families in Atlanta more than a century ago. The resolution marks three days and four night of violence that began on Sept. 22, 1906 in Atlanta when a mob… Read More
FACTBOX-'A vitally important step': Reactions to guilty verdict in Arbery trial
May this verdict bring a small measure of peace to #AhmaudArbery’s family and loved ones." * Congresswoman Nikema Williams, chair of the Democratic Party of Georgia, in a statement: "While these verdicts are one step towards accountability, they will not bring back Ahmaud or the countless other lives we’ve lost at the hands of white supremacy. Read More
Nikema Williams Calls Out Brian Kemp Over Georgia Voting Law: 'A Lie Don't Care Who Tell It'
The Democratic congresswoman criticized Kemp's characterization of Georgia's restrictive new voting legislation on Saturday. Read More
Under dark clouds, lawmakers kick off new US Congress
Sporting a black mask, Democrat Nikema Williams is well aware of Washingtons toxic political divisions and the challenges of a deadly pandemic -- the newly elected African American congresswoman is a Covid survivor. Read More
Nikema Williams Wins The Late Rep. John Lewis’ Congressional Seat
“Nobody could replace John Lewis,” Williams said. "He paved the way and showed me the way.” Read More