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Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee dies after battle with cancer
NBC NEWS ^
| July 19, 2024
| Megan Lebowitz
Posted on 07/20/2024 12:24:20 AM PDT by Morgana
Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee, D-Texas, has died at the age of 74 after a battle with cancer, her family announced on Friday.
"Today, with incredible grief for our loss yet deep gratitude for the life she shared with us, we announce the passing of United States Representative Sheila Jackson Lee of the 18th Congressional District of Texas," her family said in a statement.
“A local, national, and international humanitarian, she was acknowledged worldwide for her courageous fights for racial justice, criminal justice, and human rights, with a special emphasis on women and children,” the statement said.
Jackson Lee announced in June that she had been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and was undergoing treatment.
The longtime congresswoman served in the House since 1995 and leaves a legacy of pushing for legislation related to civil rights.
Jackson Lee was the lead sponsor of the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act, and she pushed for the Sentencing Reform Act of 2015, as well as the George Floyd Law Enforcement Trust and Integrity Act.
"This is America's holiday. And America's holiday is not just for Black people," Jackson Lee said of Juneteenth in a 2023 MSNBC interview. "It is about freedom, and it is about democracy."
The Texas Democrat introduced legislation for the reauthorization of the Violence Against Women Act, which President Joe Biden signed in 2022.
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KEYWORDS: breastcancer; cancer; sheilajacksonlee; texas
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To: Morgana
A race baiter and complete idiot. I’m sure her district will find another like her to replace her. It’s what stupid people do.
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posted on
07/20/2024 3:37:43 AM PDT
by
maddog55
(The only thing systemic in America is the left's hatred of it!)
To: Morgana
Nothing to say other than a person died. No need for reflection and remembrance. Time to move on
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posted on
07/20/2024 3:44:32 AM PDT
by
chuckee
To: Morgana
I thought she was already dead. I can’t keep track of all these old congress people dying off except Turtle is still alive
To: Mark17
The Democrats love a huge funeral to draw everyone back into the fold. Stay tuned.Joe will need a good line leader to stay on mark.
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posted on
07/20/2024 3:51:50 AM PDT
by
cnsmom
To: Morgana
On June 3rd it was previously announced by her office that representative Sheila Jackson-Lee was battling pancreatic cancer. [I wrote about it/her here]
Today, her office announced she died. Cancer is horrible. While it is sometimes difficult to find resilient grace and appropriate words for prayer; that does not absolve us of the commands of our faith. I will pray for Mrs Sheila Jackson-Lee and her family. Understanding the path of light was fully within her control.
Dear Lord, we come to you seeking strength and grace. While we ask You to protect us from those who give no thought to the harmful consequences of their irresponsible actions, we also beg for grace -and forgiveness- within our prayers for those who blindly trespass. Shield us from the injurious situations they cause, let their malicious intents be hindered and target our prayers when comeuppance arrives.
As we earnestly try to live in peace with everyone, keep us away from contentious people who might incite us to react without pause or grace. Provide us with gracious, strong yet gentle words for healing that may help pacify the troubled hearts of the malicious. We make effort to glorify You and give testimony of our faith at every opportunity.
Guide and comfort the family of Mrs. Sheila Jackson Lee. During this time of loss and sorrow, bring them closer to You. We beg You to wrap Your wing of love around them, in the way that only Your purity can provide. In Your name of mercy, we pray.
Amen.
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posted on
07/20/2024 3:53:12 AM PDT
by
Bratch
To: GrumpyOldGuy
I remember her as a hateful person with a perpetual scowl on her face. I often confused her with genius who wears the the tiny red cowboy hat.
To: Morgana
My prayers for her family.
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posted on
07/20/2024 4:12:11 AM PDT
by
MortMan
(Charter member of AAAAA - American Association Against Alliteration Abuse)
To: Morgana
Now she’s a GOOD Democrat.
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posted on
07/20/2024 4:30:28 AM PDT
by
nonliberal
(Russia is not my enemy.)
To: Morgana
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posted on
07/20/2024 4:30:37 AM PDT
by
Bonemaker
(invictus maneo)
To: maddog55
The Naxine Waters class of scum.
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posted on
07/20/2024 4:32:49 AM PDT
by
Bonemaker
(invictus maneo)
To: LeoWindhorse; GrumpyOldGuy
Feeling sorrow in this case is like feeling sorry for Hitler. There is a limit to compassion. Hard to feel sorry for someone who wants to exterminate your whole race.
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posted on
07/20/2024 4:34:38 AM PDT
by
Openurmind
(The ultimate test of a moral society is the kind of world it leaves to its children. ~ D. Bonhoeffer)
To: EQAndyBuzz
Probably the nicest thing to say. Accurate and appropriate.
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posted on
07/20/2024 4:42:31 AM PDT
by
Mr. K
(No consequence of repealing Obamacare is worse than Obamacare)
To: Morgana
Hmm.
How bout dat.
I certainly hope before she left the planet she confessed repentance and accepted that Jesus Christ suffered and died on the cross for every one of her own sins. I hope she accepted the grace and forgiveness and mercy available to us all.
We are all sinners. Some of us are more hateful about it.
To: EQAndyBuzz
“Now you are in God’s hands “
Pretty sure she may have skipped a “God step” along the way to her final warm reward.
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posted on
07/20/2024 4:48:28 AM PDT
by
MayflowerMadam
(It's not as if Biden has the nuclear codes or anything. 😳)
To: Morgana
Wow, just about six weeks from diagnosis to death. I hate to see anyone die from cancer.
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posted on
07/20/2024 4:50:13 AM PDT
by
quilterdebbie
(We will endeavor to persevere!)
To: Openurmind
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posted on
07/20/2024 4:51:48 AM PDT
by
No name given
(Anonymous is who you’ll know me as)
To: from occupied ga
Yes. She has been very instrumental in destroying America.
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posted on
07/20/2024 4:52:17 AM PDT
by
MayflowerMadam
(It's not as if Biden has the nuclear codes or anything. 😳)
To: Morgana
Lord receive the soul of Shelia Jackson Lee into heaven. Your will be done.
Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen.
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posted on
07/20/2024 4:52:47 AM PDT
by
The Louiswu
(Pray for Peace in the world.)
To: Bratch
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posted on
07/20/2024 4:53:11 AM PDT
by
The Louiswu
(Pray for Peace in the world.)
To: Morgana
Does she get a golden coffin?
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