Letitia James in 2022 NY Governor's race


On Budget & Economy: Moved to protect stimulus payments from debt collectors

This official guidance makes clear that banks and debt collectors cannot freeze or seize stimulus funds that are intended for New Yorkers, especially those most in need during this time. My office remains committed to protecting New Yorkers' rights, and ensuring that any institution that violates this guidance will be held accountable to the fullest extent of the law.
Source: News10 Albany on 2022 New York Gubernatorial race Nov 10, 2021

On Civil Rights: Codify federal protections for LGBTQ+ individuals

[On gay rights]: "While we celebrate Pride and recognize all the progress made in the 52 years since Stonewall, the LGBTQ+ community is still fighting every day for their most fundamental rights," James said in a statement. "It is well past time for us to codify federal protections for LGBTQ+ individuals and make good on our country's promise of equal protection under the law for all Americans, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, race, ethnicity, or religion."
Source: Spectrum News on 2022 New York Gubernatorial race Jun 24, 2021

On Civil Rights: Attacks on transgender students violate their rights

[On transgender rights]: "Attacks on transgender students are a violation of their rights and simply will not be tolerated," James said in a written statement. "When we adopt inclusive policies that honor every individual's rights with dignity, we create a fairer, more just, and more prosperous society for all. The law does not discriminate based on gender, sexual orientation, or gender identity, and I will do everything in my power to fight for equal protection under the law for every community."
Source: Gay City News on 2022 New York Gubernatorial race Oct 18, 2021

On Health Care: Asks Supreme Court not to block COVID vaccine mandate

New York Attorney General Letitia James urged the Supreme Court to deny a request from a group of New York health care workers to block the state's vaccine mandate, arguing that the emergency rule requiring vaccinations for certain health care workers is necessary to combat the spread of the virus, which can lead to a "vicious cycle of staff shortages and deterioration of patient care."
Source: CNN on 2022 New York Gubernatorial race Nov 10, 2021

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