I need your support for the Equality Act. U.S. REP. JENNIFER WEXTON.

David, In the coming weeks, Congress will take a major step forward in advancing LGBTQ rights. The House will be voting on the Equality Act, which ensures that sexual orientation and gender identity are covered under federal civil rights laws. I’m a proud co-sponsor of this bill, and I won’t rest until it’s law. Will you add your name and help me get 10,000 citizen co-signers to pass the Equality Act? ADD YOUR NAME ➞ As much progress as we’ve made in the last decade for LGBTQ equality, we still have a long way to go. Right now, Americans in a majority of states can be fired from their jobs, denied credit, or evicted from their homes just because of who they are and who they love. The Trump administration has taken measures to ban transgender Americans from serving in the military and make it harder for same-sex couples to adopt. Passing the Equality Act will send a powerful message that we stand for fairness and justice, and it will improve the lives of millions of Americans. I’m fighting for our LGBTQ brothers and sisters. Please join me and add your name to support the Equality Act! Thank you, Jennifer Rep. Jennifer Wexton proudly serves the 10th District of Virginia. She's fighting to create a strong economy, ensure equality for all, and invest in a better future for America. CONTRIBUTE

PURSUED BY GRACE. AMY KLOBUCHAR.

My own story is like a lot of families’ stories. My dad struggled with alcoholism when I was growing up.

I love my dad. I saw him climb the highest mountains but also sink to the lowest valleys because of his battle. After three DWIs, he finally got real treatment and was, in his own words, ‘pursued by grace.’

We know that substance use and mental health disorders do not discriminate. Nearly half of Americans have a family member or close friend who’s struggled with drug use. And 1 in 5 Americans experiences a mental health condition.

The one thing I hear over and over again across the country is people’s stories of mental health care and addiction -- people need help, but they just can’t get it. In fact, in 2017 an estimated 21 million people needed substance use treatment, but fewer than 20 percent were able to access it.

We’ve got to do better.

I believe everyone should have the same opportunity my dad had to be pursued by grace and get the treatment and help they need. That’s why today I released my plan to combat addiction and prioritize mental health care in this country.

This issue hits close to home for me, and I imagine it does for many of you as well. If you’d like to read my plan you can do that here. And if you think your friends and family might be interested in learning more, you can share it on Twitter and Facebook.

Thanks,
            Amy.

Amy’s running a homegrown campaign. She isn’t taking any contributions from corporate PACs or federal lobbyists so we’re relying on you. Donate today to join our grassroots movement.

APA- Voting now open: Eastern Division officers, board member at large, and bylaws amendments.

Dear DAVID, Today begins the four-week voting period to elect several new Eastern Division officers and a new member at large of the APA board of officers, and also consider four amendments to the association bylaws. Eastern Division Elections This year, the Eastern Division will elect a vice president, a member at large of the executive committee, and two members of the nominating committee. Before voting, learn more about the candidates by reading their candidate bios. Member at Large of the APA Board of Officers Following an open nomination process and deliberations by the nominating committee, three candidates now stand for election for the position of member at large of the APA’s board of officers. The person elected will serve a three-year term beginning July 1, 2019. The three candidates for election were given the opportunity to submit candidate statements, photos, and other ballot information. Members are encouraged to review the candidate information prior to voting. Bylaws Amendments At its meeting in November 2018, the APA board proposed four amendments to the association bylaws regarding 1) striking reference to membership list; 2) revising qualifications for regular membership; 3) voting by associate members; and 4) changing to a rolling membership. To be adopted, an amendment must be approved by a majority of those voting in each of the divisions. Members are encouraged to review the proposed bylaws amendments prior to voting. Only full (regular and emeritus) members of the association affiliated with one of the three divisions are eligible to vote, and you must be signed in to the APA website to access the ballot link. Voting will remain open for four weeks, closing on May 31. Once submitted, your votes are final. You will not be able to return to your ballot and change your votes, so please consider your choices carefully before submitting. Go to the online ballot. Thank you for taking the time to vote! All the best, Amy E. Ferrer Executive Director

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IT'S IMPORTANT TO SAY THANK YOU. NANCY PELOSI, SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE.

David, even with the daily chaos that defines the Trump Administration, it’s important not to lose sight of the good things happening around us.

It’s even more important to say, thank you. Because of your dedication, we reached our April fundraising goal, ensuring we can continue to fight for the American people in the halls of Congress and protect and expand our Majority on the campaign trail.

I can’t thank you enough for your help this month. Your grassroots efforts truly are important.

This past month marked 100 days in the Majority. We made a promise to fight #ForThePeople -- and I’m proud to say we’ve lived up to it.

We’ve taken real steps to protect Americans’ health care from Trump’s attempts to take it away and made progress on protecting communities from gun violence. We ended the Trump Shutdown and ensured that his border wall remains a fantasy.

We focused on lowering prescription drug costs, increasing paychecks and taking steps to clean up government with strong ethics reform that would go a long way to ending the culture of corruption in Washington.

Great things are head, and we’re just getting started. I’m excited to keep fighting these next 18 months with you.

Thanks again,

Nancy