Sherman Recognized as "Pro-Equality Champion" by Human Rights Campaign

Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Brad Sherman (CA-32) was recognized as a "Pro-Equality Champion" by the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) and received a perfect score on the HRC's latest Congressional Scorecard for his support of pro-LGBTQ+ legislation and successful defeat of a flurry of anti-equality attacks.

"For over 20 years, I’m proud to say that I’ve received a 100 on the HRC Congressional Scorecard," said Congressman Sherman. "Equality for all people is a right, not a privilege."

The latest scorecard outlines a turbulent period in which House Republicans hijacked must-pass legislation, such as the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) and critical appropriations bills, with discriminatory amendments and riders designed to advance an anti-LGBTQ+ agenda. More than 100 anti-LGBTQ+ provisions were tacked onto must-pass legislation during the 118th Congress; nearly all were defeated by efforts from pro-equality lawmakers. 

The Human Rights Campaign is America’s largest civil rights organization working to achieve equality for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer people. HRC envisions a world where LGBTQ+ people are embraced as full members of society at home, at work and in every community.

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