Progressive activist a veteran of Planned Parenthood Action Fund
Outbreak now disproportionately affecting Black men
Percentage of cases for Black men grows amid overall decline
Key vote was expected as soon as next week
Some Republican leaders doubt there's sufficient support
Schumer expects action soon to codify rights into law
'Our hearts and our thoughts to the family members of the Queen'
Idea to include measure in CR appears sidelined
Maura Healey secured Democratic nomination on Tuesday
Legislative maneuver enables speedier approach