The fact that powerful, respected US Senators deal with invasive personal comments, judgments about their appearance--and even unwanted touching in their workplace--shows just how widespread sexism and sexual harassment are. But the really alarming thing is that the same members of Congress who are in charge of making laws that impact women's lives can't even follow sexual harassment laws themselves.

 

While Senator Gillibrand and other women legislators have been tackling important issues in Congress--like reducing military sexual assault and supporting survivors--it seems that some of their male colleagues are more interested in objectifying their female colleagues than legislating with them. 

That's why it's so important that we speak up now, and tell our U.S. Senators and Representatives that, regardless of politics or party, we expect them to judge women on their accomplishments and their record, and leave the sexism and sexual harrassment behind. If enough people sign this petition, they'll hear that loud and clear.