Nearly six months after his nomination, the Senate could vote later this week to confirm Perez as assistant attorney general for Civil Rights Division. 

After years of politicization and placing personal agendas above the will of the people, it is more important than ever that the U.S. Department of Justice has strong and reliable leadership.  Tom Perez’s wealth of experience in public service, civil rights, and management proves that he is the right person to take on that challenge.  Expeditious confirmation of this exceptional nominee will allow the Civil Rights Division at the Department of Justice to begin rebuilding its reputation as an office that advances the civil rights of all Americans.

Tom Perez understands the issues he will face in this important position, and is unquestionably qualified to enforce our nation's civil rights laws and policies.  As Deputy Assistant Attorney General under President Clinton, Perez was a vocal advocate for hate crimes legislation and fiercely promoted equal opportunities in education. 

It is troubling that some senators have chosen to put partisan politics above constituent needs by obstructing the confirmation of well-qualified executive branch and federal judicial nominees.  These positions must be filled immediately.

Call your senators at 202-224-3121 and tell them to stop stalling - protect our civil rights by quickly confirming Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights nominee Tom Perez.

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