EMILYs List Recognizes Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander Equal Pay Day

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today marks Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander (NHPI) Equal Pay Day, which recognizes the steep wage disparities between NHPI women and non-Hispanic white men. EMILYs List President Jessica Mackler released the following statement:
 
“On Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander Equal Pay Day, we acknowledge the severity of the wage gap as experienced by NHPI women. It is alarming and shameful that in 2024, NHPI women workers are paid a mere 60 cents for every dollar paid to non-Hispanic white men. That’s why at EMILYs List, we are proud to champion Democratic pro-choice women who are meeting this crisis with the urgency it requires. Through the bold and representative leadership of EMILYs List-endorsed candidates, we can build a future where NHPI women finally receive equal pay for their vital contributions.”
 
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