A class of their own: The new women of Congress claim their space
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- Опубликовано: 15 янв 2019
- Before this year there were 39 women of color in Congress. Now there are 47. 2018 was a record-breaking year for women winning political office; in 2019, they will start to make their mark. In an original documentary, The Washington Post goes behind the scenes with two newly elected women as they take their place in the 116th Congress: Deb Haaland, one of the first two Native American women to serve in Congress, and Ayanna Pressley, the first African American woman to represent Massachusetts.
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Who’s cutting onions? 😭😢 This is such a powerful moment, y’all. These women are carrying the strength of their communities
Redcatrobe 😂
@J lu with a degree in finance and international relations. What do u have?
Jim Cummings Are you a high school girl from Mean Girls (do you get that reference)? 😂 “Well, Stacey said that you said that Becky says you look fat.” “Does Russia like me? Please, tell me Russia likes me! Does she think I look fetch??”
I was fighting tears of joy and pride for the entire 20 minutes
@@jimcummings7758 No, actually they don't, even though they welcome everything that might make the USA less dominant on the international ground... But actually they referred to trump in this term as rumor goes
I am a republican but god damn the first native woman made me so emotional and proud of her
You are so stupid . Did you get tears in your eyes when the Farrakhan Jew hating bitches got elected? I bet you get all chocked up just thinking about the racist bastards in the
black caucus.
@@samawathe Only a Lefty could take a clear statement denouncing racist, and make the author the racist. The mindlessness of it all is baffling, and dangerous.
U.S. gov't might give her blankets with SMALLPOX and POISONED FOODS AGAIN...
So Blanca Velasquez is a racist? Doesn't sound like a caucasian name to me?!?
@@thomasgassett7157 so the Trans-Eurocaucasian diseases just washed ashore...hmmm. I'm not debating the eventual arrival of white and Africans in the American continents, I'm just saying whites FUCKED up ecological synergies as usual in everything they taint. Look what happened to the Diné Nation out west...tainting sacred land and giving it back...rather selling it backed? That's FUCKED!
6:52....how she just grabbed her chips lol
Michael B yo was just laughing bout that same thing 😂😂
I was dying 😭😭
That is so weird how a paused the video a few seconds later to scroll down to the comments to to see this.
most relatable moment of my life yo
As soon as she did that I litterly paused the video and came to the comments
I dream of a day when every freshman class of Congress will look like this. Not just Democrats but everyone, so diverse that they take it for granted, debating the merits of their values and ideas with passion, but also negotiating in good faith and with respect for the humanity of every representative who walks those hallowed halls. It is a dream that has felt distant these past few years, but one that has been restored by the stories of these amazing women. Our country can be great for everyone. All we have to do is want it.
Amen to that!
@@jimcummings7758 if you disagree with the fact, that 40% or so whites are not represented by 90% white men in congress, then you are diverse too. this is the only thing the left wants and the only thing diversity means. as it was stated in the documentary: we were not represented for 230 years
Dream on...rePUBICan'ts are going to do everything to keep non-whites from office representation.
@@jimcummings7758 Groupthink? It's ironic that you should say that considering the fact that's what's going on on the Republican side. The Republican party has become the party of Trump. Any Republican who dares criticize Trump immediately becomes despised by the Republican electorate.
4:41 Ayanna Pressley wants Shirley Chisholm's old office: "this is IT!" So sweet that AOC and Rashida went to Ayanna's council meeting. All-around touching, heart-warming piece. Thank you, Wash Post! Peace.
Yea..real heart-warming that a two Anti-Semites were so supportive.
@@erospawn [citation needed]
I think Ilham Omar is very inspiring as she is a refugee from one of the most unstable nations on Earth and is able to have the calm to talk rationality and respectful to some even like Donald Trump.
dont forget antisemitic...
GGGGGGGGGG she’s actually anti-Zionist, not anti-Semitic
Actually, she has clarified that it is the government of Israel that she was speaking out against and not the people of the country. As is the case with most people who speak out against Israel.
My heart is warmed by the new, more representative representatives. The time has more than come.
They're supposed to represent things that matter, like beliefs not skin colour.
Why should skin color and identity of the candidate matter more than policy? Why does it matter at all?
At least two of those ladies have demonstrated themselves to be Anti-Semites and one actually believes in female mutilation.. Yehay! Lets keep it up..
@@A_massive_wog Nobody mentioned skin color, that was all you. Your racism is showing.
TRUMP: Drain the swamp! And fill it with Goldman Sachs fuckers and lobbyists that hate freedom!!
i'm not crying, you're crying. this is the most beautiful video on the internet
I have and eye condition, those aren't tears. Shut up. Woman up.
These ladies are demystifying the process and reality of elected office, and they seem like really decent people too, let's hope they succeed and don't get corrupted
Too Late!
@@erospawn Oh? You know something I don't?
@@jimcummings7758 eh?
They will be corrupted.
@@mlx870 We are a corrupt society so of course we assume corruption. Everybody wants to get paid off right?
Thank god for these intelligent, powerful and pathbreaking women of integrity
Hahahaha.
You could have been voted in too if you promised everybody free stuff. Again the Dems trick it's voters. Why do you think they dumped Daca, it does nothing for them.
Thank the Easter bunny too
Now that's funny.
Lol you're hilarious
Special Time, Special People, Making History Of America.
longho yeah if you live in Venezuela maybe you can go stop and get a couple dog Burgers cuz that's what socialism is causing in Venezuela and you're happy cuz she what's the bring it here isn't that wonderful well luckily she'll take the Democratic party down all by herself
What a moving inspiring documentary of this unique moment of transition and hope. Each of these women are leaders and connected to important communities who deserve to have a voice in Congress. I look forward to watching them grow and develop and change our country for the better. We are all made richer by their inclusion in our government.
Jim Cummings um we do lmao this isn’t Ocasio-Cortez talking it’s scientists who probably have more knowledge and education than you and me on the environment
Proud of all of them but I'm a New Yorker...., so go AOC!!
@1111Pel Good God what is wrong with people. I serve my country for 26 years in the military, follow it with 17 years as a Federal Govt senior analyst, followed now by working as a Veterans Services Officer and because I say I'm a proud Puerto Rican I get questioned? Screw all of you. Being Puerto Rican does not mean 2nd class citizen which means my loyalty and integrity is not to be questioned. Unless you are in the Trump age where you have to divide people by color of their skin. Screw you.
@1111Pel I owe you an apology. I was actually reacting to someone else who took issue with me saying I'm a proud PR. It appears your issue with me is about being a proud New Yorker. And yes I'm that too. But I support the others of course.... didn't say anything to the contrary.
As a female (not a U.S. citizen), I feel so proud of these women who made it to Congresses! Progress is being made!
@@mlx870 Go away.
Further you scroll down the more baseless negative hate-filled comments you see. Makes sense. Bottom feeders belong at the bottom of the barrel. These women are gonna do great work. I’m so proud that Congress is starting to look more like the rest of America. That I can look up at these women and see myself in them. I’m filled with hope.
☺️☺️☺️😆😝 Seeing them fills my goddamn tired soul with hope and love. It’s so refreshing to see them there, our society is changing. The world is changing and seeing this change and diversity being reflected in this new class shows me that there is still hope for this country. We are not just a bunch of old greedy men who are out of touch with the world and the direction it is taking. Thank you all for going out there and voting for them! Don’t stop, the fight is not over. Congress needs to change. The country needs change, and they are exactly what we need.
Well this didn't age well 😳
@@sarahiconde3732 lmaoo
My eyes are open. History in the making. I was tearing up for everyone of these stories and bring ups. I didn't know who these women were but I do now and I'm so darn proud of each and everyone of them.
I am a white male and as such have always had the most privileged place in American society based off nothing more than accident of birth. Quietly I am grateful for my unearned privilege whenever I have to interact with a police officer, or when I apply for a job. I am granted a perverse sense of confidence that I know isn't shared by all of my fellow Americans because the system works for me and always has. But my civic minded side can't be content with the injustice in this country. EVERYBODY should be celebrating this progress because equality, fair and equitable representation, cooperation, and justice is in the shared interest of every American. It's a human aspiration because injustice to anyone is injustice to everyone, injustice anywhere is injustice everywhere. I am so proud of the diverse group of rookie representatives in office. It fills me with hope and pride. It is groundbreaking that we have our first Native and first Muslim representatives. The hope and joy that must belong to Native and Muslim communities, women, LGBTQ people, first and second generation Americans and every marginalized group in this country should be all of ours to share, relish, and celebrate. Progress is a tide that can't be stopped. I am grateful for the Constitution - the greatest legal document ever written - because it acknowledges that America was never perfect but gives us the means to slowly and steadily tinker away the the Great American Project, generation by generation, to build a "more perfect union". But without tireless and valiant efforts, today and throughout history, to uphold the lofty ideals of the Constitution by American patriots everywhere, it is just a piece of parchment with fancy calligraphy. Thank you for inspiring all of us, and stoking the embers of hope within us that have struggled to burn bright these past few years.
Hello, Thank you for your open minded and heartfelt comments. You inspire me with hope!!
The rich old men have had more than enough time to show they are absolute worst possible people to be in power, the rest should just get on out and make room for the woman!
It's good to see this, a group of individuals with all of America in mind. Frankly, the dysfunctional Trump administration never has or ever will represent all Americans. So now we have it. And we can start to save America from self destruction and regain our integrity as a nation of many instead of a few.
Great video!
Being a minority doesnt mean you deserve a position of power. That's the lunacy that the democratic administration can't seem to grasp.
Just because you havent been the leading majority in this country doesnt mean we owe you a chance at it...
Now if you want to prove yourself and show you are more qualified than say a white male who actually studied for several years in university and got several degrees, then we can talk.
But to suggest that our country owes someone a position in government, because they come from a minority background, is utter lunacy. You dont deserve a damn thing. Earn it
And also you said we are a nation of few. Is that because we arent more diverse?
Let's say every single citizen and person in this country was a white American born person. That wouldnt make us a nation of few...it would just make us a nation of white Americans.
Nick Z Deserve it? These people were elected to their positions! The voters felt that these women can do the job. They DID earn it. And many of the voters were white males! Yes, even white males are sick of other incompetent white males running this country to the ground. If the voters felt that these women couldn't do it, they would not have been elected.
And let me set you straight on this concept of white males being "qualified" because they have several degrees, as you state. Here's the big news - education and the number of degrees in your possession has ZERO to do with running this country. Look at all the degreed white males running around pretending they know what they're doing. And your college-degreed president Trump is not even qualified to shine my shoes let alone run his businesses and this country. But I guess you don't look at his quirky, irrational and racist behavior as a divider of our country because all you see that he's a "qualified, educated, white male" which apparently is your defacto standard to all things moral and upright.
The white man is not the standard to which all minorities and women have to aspire to. I don't need to come to the table with several college degrees and tons of experience to be your equal or to talk to you on an equal basis.
And don't feel like you owe anyone anything. You haven't before so why are you worried about that? These women are not in their newly appointed positions of power because people like you allowed it. They deserved it because the people have spoken. That appears to be something you can't grasp.
Please, do yourself a favor. Don't flatter yourself. Your skin color has nothing to do with your intelligence or experience, or lack thereof. It's all in your character and from what I've read from you so far, no one wants your charity. The new faces of our democracy certainly don't need it, thank you very much. They're going to do just fine.
And Neither will they...Quite frankly, What America are you trying to save? They are not trying to save my America.. keep your racist bigoted comments to yourself. Just thought I would head you off at the pass...because my America is not one of identity politics, demonizing others and calls to violence over a false story put out by the media..
WHERE CAN I BUY THAT BEAUTIFUL SCARF OF ALL THE WOMEN IN CONGRESS?!
Anybody?
As a man and father to a wonderful girl this gives me great hpoes!
Wow. I never thought a Washington Post news story would make me cry. But this did! As an Asian-American woman, this is so AMAZING and I am so happy to see all these other women from various backgrounds and communities in America make it to the House of Representatives. It's not about identity politics but about REPRESENTATION. Especially for certain groups that did not have it in this country for so long! They are a truer representation of America now than what Trump would have us believe. More power to these women and may they bring about the positive change that this country needs and deserves!
This was so inspirational. I wanna make this type of content one day.
FINALLY America being represented by a better representation of Americans!
Wouldn't correct representation be if 77 percent of them were white, 13 percent were black , 5 percent of them were asian, 1 percent of them native and the rest of other races.
@@bulzome664 Operative word, 'better'.
@@bulzome664 actually 64% white 17% Hispanic 13% black and 5% asian
The fact that Rep. Pressley took Shirley Chisholm's office made me so happy for some reason.
Nice words about the empowerment of being around people who were on there way to law school. This takes me to my college graduation . This graduation out of all my graduations was an eye opener about how we as technicians worked on the same thing while not being around each other 24'7 if not at all. Terrill TC!
How about Sharice Davids v Mitch "The Turtle" McConnell in the Octagon? Seriously, I would pay a LOT of money to watch that fight...
Go rep. Deb Haaland! She is my rep :)
And now she’s the interior sec
It is about damn time, but there is so much more to be done...we cannot be content
I love this video!! Thank you so much! Muchas gracias! Saludos de Mexico.
Can you please do another one of these for the upcoming congress? This is one of my favorite things I’ve ever seen.
Deb Haaland in the House!!! 🧡
Basically cried the whole video. I have so much hope for the future. It is our responsibility as the younger generations to make the world a better place for our children.
Definition of inspiring queens
I enjoyed watching that thanks WaPo
History! Very moving and well done.
This is so inspiring to watch. This is also the kind of thing that will encourage other young women to go into politics.
Thank You.
Wow, these behind the scenes are so surreal! Heart warming realities
These women are bringing hope and courage to folks who have been intentionally not represented in the Halls of Congress until NOW. We are entering a new era...FINALLY. I am so excited. Wishing you all great success in your endeavors. Breathe, savor the moment, then roll up your sleeves and get to the peoples’ work!! We are proud of you. We are thankful for you.
19:03 what a quote on parenthood and unconditional love!
This actually made me tear up a few times - that scarf is especially gorgeous.
beautiful video thank you for putting this on youtube.
This was very well done!
where can i buy that scarf at 3:55 ???
I believe I'm of the 116th congress class the first Psychology Major in presenting "Psychology engineering comes from within Psychology experimental" as college graduate number 111. This in saying hello to you ladies of congress there. Terrill TC!
That scarf
Yay Deb! So proud
Great video ! 👏👏👏
Woot woot go Deb Haaland, I genuinely hope you represent my home New Mexico well!
the pink wave is real
The women's wave I've been calling it. I feel enough with the pink already. Women are much more powerful than pink. And yes, it is very real. Amen sister.
102 women total in Congress. 13 Republican 89 Democrat.
Ayanna Pressley eating some of AOC's chips is one of the most wholesome things I've ever seen 🥺
How lucky are to live in this time! 😍 This is so exciting!!!
AWESOMENESS
Omg I cant watch this in public!!!!
It's so nice to see this. I miss stomping around The Hill.
I was fortunate to meet AOC and Chrissy Houlihan on sweaing in day that year.
Didn't think this was going to make me cry, but man....
I’m still happy day or bad. I’m so proud with all the women standing up with Brig . I am very proud. Are you swimming? I’m so glad so grateful for that.
Women to restore honesty and justice to our halls of justice. Warms my heart.
oh my. I'm crying.
HOPE I have big hope
I kind wanna be a congressman because it seems like they are all actually buddies
When her brother hugged her I wanted to cry
4 months later...hows this working out for you all
This is beautiful, this is the exact vision the Great Mothers showed me, one day an all female congress and senate, diverse women from every background. I know I will not live to see the full implementation of this in my lifetime, I am deeply honored to be alive to witness the beginning of the divine feminine once again taking her rightful place, to restore balance, harmony, peace, tolerance and justice and equality for all. We are witnessing the beginning of the end of the destructive age of patriarchy and it's warmongering. This is good news for men too as they are once again invited called into balance and harmony with the divine feminine to relearn compassion, empathy, fairness and tolerance. The is the beginning of the 24, 000 year sun cycle of the divine feminine energy, kundalini serpent energy, raising on the planet and I am here for it!!!
I am inspired by these lady's...I needed a new hope for the future of my grandchildren...
Chi Miigwech Ladies! You go!!!
Nice!!!🙌
Chisholm was also a racist.
Ayanna just digging in on A.O.C snack on 06:56 is a language of love and community
this is wonderful.
Like to make me there someday. I'm a man though, and registered unaffiliated with any party currently.
What was the lottery they were drawing for?
Their office
Over a year now and I'm still happy and excited to see a Native American elected into congress. So proud!
they are all so wonderful
Maybe I’ll see these folks one day alongside them.
Congratulation ALL women voted into congress...the diversify is wonderfull !!!
Theres crying every other minute, emotion does not deserve this big a place in a serious country’s politics
Beautiful!!! Light in darkness ❤️
This is actually so cute, i'm not even american and I wanna cry.
Alot of hugging.
Making the House of Representatives truly representative...
This is new blood in Congress. i am quite curious & intrigued at what these women can accomplish. God bless these woman. The fight will be hard, But i believe In them. Also to those who ridicule, Belittle & Attack them, It's no use. They will continue to fight and let our ( the american people's ) voices rise like the sun. These women are hope. 💜
More compassion in government and less war motivation...
AOC is my favorite
La nueva revolución 👏🏻👏🏻
It shouldn’t matter what race or gender a candidate is what should matter it their policies and their ability to represent. I’m not anti-diversity I just believe that we shouldn’t judge candidates based on the color of their skin or what’s between their legs.
I agree that we shouldn't judge candidates based on race but we also must recognize the milestones achieved by groups who have never been represented in certain roles
Jaylen Gordon your joking right? Just because a person has the same color skin doesn’t mean that they will represent you any better then another race. That is actually racism. Believing that one race is objectively better at representing you then any other. So many Congress people have represented these minorities in the past. I don’t know why these people claim they’ve never been represented before, they have just not by someone who is the same race.
I would be MORE appreciative if these new Congresspeople would stand up and say that they would be happy to represent the people of their district but not for multiple years and Ithat they hope they can inspire more people to vie for office to take up the mantle and then they can move on after having done their part and then leaving the political world for good and leaving politics to someone new who will become capable/ We need to eliminate life-long politicians. Even if their good reps. Do your part and then move on, never being allowed to work OR represent anyone or any company after service to the PEOPLE!!!!
Marsha Blackburn says the GOP is trying to support women to get in Congress, however now the Dems have actually done it now. So I think Marsha will have to rethink her statement.
More Alexandria Ocasio Cortez 😁👏👏
ALL FUN GAMES TILL THEY HAVE TO WORK ITS NOW 2022 , AMERICIANS VOTED THESE CLOWNS IN .
Disgusting.
Why are all the freakishly weird people, Democrats.
AOC should have been in this way more
All men and women in the western world are proud of everyone!
I love it!
Let's see what they do before we tell them they've done a fantastic job. They r still politicians.
although i have plenty of beef with liberals and their identity politics, i sincerely hope these batch of women with their moral conviction and deep responsibilities can bring about true change in america. shift the consciousness. and pave way for the next generation.