DeLauro, Frankel, Lawrence, and Speier Write to Trump to Condemn Attack on Mika Brzezinski

WASHINGTON, DC (June 29, 2017) — Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) today joined Congresswomen Lois Frankel (FL-21), Brenda Lawrence (MI-14), and Jackie Speier (CA-14), all leaders of the Democratic Women's Working Group, in writing a letter to President Trump regarding his crude tweets on Mika Brzezinski.

"As the Commander in Chief of this nation, your words matter. Using the power of your office to degrade women speaks volumes. It sends a message to our children about what is acceptable behavior from a world leader," wrote the Members.

"We write to condemn your attack on Mika Brzezinski, as part of a larger pattern of your demeaning characterization of women, rooted in gender. Instead of perpetuating the sexist notion that a woman's value is proportionate to her appearance, we urge you to use the power of your office to invest in the advancement and empowerment of women in the United States," continued the Members.

"We believe you have a moral responsibility to treat others with dignity and respect despite differences in opinion or politics. We urge you to use your platform to champion public policy for women in the workplace and to advance equality," concluded the Members.

The full letter is available here.