Rep. Takano Statement on the Appointment of Laphonza Butler to the United States Senate
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Representative Mark Takano (D-CA), Co-Chair of the Congressional Equality Caucus and the first openly gay person of color elected to Congress, released a statement following the appointment of Laphonza Butler to the United States Senate to complete the term of the late Senator Dianne Feinstein.
“For the first time in our nation’s history, queer people of color have representation in both chambers of Congress. As the first out person of color to serve in Congress, I am thrilled that Californians and all queer people of color have in Laphonza Butler a leader that can speak and legislate to the experiences of our community.
“Laphonza Butler’s appointment to complete the term of Senator Feinstein has cemented this seat for trailblazers and history makers. I look forward to working with her to solve the challenges facing California and our country.”