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Sara Jacobs: “No one should have to worry that they'll be denied health…”

Featuring: Sara Jacobs, Democratic | U.S. House California, 51st Congressional District

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Trans rights are human rights. Join live with Rep. Jayapal to reintroduce the Trans Bill of Rights.

Published | Video Starts at 12:18

That's why we need a trans Bill of Rights for next and for every trans kid and every trans person in this country. Because No one should have to worry that they'll be denied health care, housing, education, or the ability to live openly as themselves because of who they are. No parent should fear that their child's safety or future is up for political debate. And no young person should grow up believing their government sees them as expendable. (12:18–12:24)

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Asserts that individuals should not face denial of basic rights due to their identity.

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