I co-founded the DNC Veterans and Military Families Council in 2005.

Growing up, in church we had the homily; at home it's what I call the 'momily' - the inspirational and instructive mom-isms that every family has.

President Obama and Democrats won a mandate to move us forward with jobs, healthcare reform, equality, and nation building here at home.

When women vote, Progressives can win. When women organize and bring some common sense to the conversation, it becomes more authentic.

If we say we believe in equality for all then we must fight for equality for all, not betray our immigrant sisters.

The beauty of our democracy lies in the American value of equality: if you vote, you have a seat at the table. If you speak, you have a chance to persuade others. A billionaire and a minimum wage earner have the same power at the ballot box.

Being green and clean is not just an aspiration but an action.