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Barbara Jean Lee ( née Tutt; born July 16, 1946) is an American politician and social worker who has served as a U.S. representative from California since 1998.
Congresswoman Lee proudly represents California's 12th Congressional District in Congress, where she works to expand economic opportunity, empower everyday families and encourage global peace.
Mar 6, 2024 · The veteran progressive Democrat from northern California finished fourth in a 27-candidate field for an open Senate seat left by Dianne Feinstein. She faced stiff competition from fellow House members Katie Porter and Adam B. Schiff, who advanced to the November election.
Mar 10, 2024 · Rep. Barbara Lee’s defeat in the U.S. Senate primary was disappointing to a close-knit California sisterhood. But all is not lost.
- Erika D. Smith
Congresswoman Barbara Lee has been representing California’s 12th District (formerly 13th) since 1998. She is the highest ranking African American woman appointed to Democratic Leadership, serving as Co-Chair of the Policy and Steering Committee.
Feb 15, 2024 · In a standout moment, Democratic Rep. Barbara Lee, former mayor of Oakland, discussed a proposal to raise the federal minimum wage to $50 per hour.
Barbara Lee was a key figure in the new Netflix historical biopic Shirley. The film follows the true story of Shirley Chisholm's historic 1972 U. S. presidential campaign. Chisholm became the...
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