U.S. House plans to take up statehood measure in hearing on Monday.
The chances have improved, but there’s a big obstacle: the filibuster.
“This is the most important bill I introduce each Congress, and it made historic strides in the last Congress,” Norton said of the bill.
One organizer likens the meeting to a “Match.com for talent, passions, and organizations.”
Happening this Saturday at One Judiciary Square.
The D.C. stands for Douglass Commonwealth in the newly approved draft constitution, which will appear on the ballot in November.
From moral arguments to a common sense approach.
“We have a long way to go, but this is a significant and historic step forward.”
“Now we need you, Mr. President, to add your voice in a powerful and official way by sending a letter to the Senate.”
A hearing on statehood is scheduled for Monday.