Rep. Deqa Dhalac Videos

Women's Equality Day
On this day 103 years ago, the 19th Amendment was adopted into the U.S. Constitution, recognizing the right of women to vote. Since then, generations of women and allies have continued the fight for equal rights – including my colleague Rep. Lois Galgay Reckitt, who has been relentlessly advocating for a federal Equal Rights Amendment for more than 50 years. While important progress has been made, there is still much more work to do to ensure full equality under the law – and create a better future for all Mainers.

Last night, we passed a historic budget that invests in our working families and addresses some of our state’s most pressing challenges, including our housing crisis and child care shortage. Collectively, these investments make clear what Maine values – our families and our communities.

Juneteenth 2023
On this day in 1865, federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas, to enforce that enslaved people be freed – more than two years after President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation. Juneteenth, or “Freedom Day,” commemorates the lives of those who were enslaved, celebrates their freedom and recognizes those who fought — and continue to fight — for equal treatment under the law. It’s an opportunity to reflect on our history and recommit ourselves to fighting for equity for all.

Eid Mubarak! Eid Al-Fitr is a time of reflection and gratitude. Today I am glad to have so much to be grateful for.