On the recordOctober 31, 2019
Madam Speaker, I rise in observance of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Over 25 years ago, I was in an abusive relationship with my ex- husband. I became a single mother to a young daughter, working just to survive day to day. I never dreamed in a million years that I would be standing here before you today as a Member of Congress, speaking on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives. But I not only survived, I thrived. I share my story in hopes of helping others. I hope they find strength in our efforts to acknowledge their suffering and recognize the many organizations that exist to help them today. ____________________
