Political Quotes

“I rise today in support of the resolution designating January as ``National Trafficking and Modern Slavery Prevention Month.'' I am proud to introduce this resolution every year to raise awareness about the ongoing atrocities of human trafficking. We must continue to support the ongoing partnerships between governments, nonprofits, service providers, and survivors, who are all working to end human trafficking. The human trafficking industry generates an estimated $150 billion in illegal profits a year. And human trafficking impacts 50 million victims around the world. Many of the victims of human trafficking are often difficult to identify and are subjected to manipulation, force, fraud, and abuse. We cannot turn a blind eye to ongoing exploitation and forced labor in our country and throughout the world. We have a responsibility to raise awareness of these horrendous acts, ensure victims understand that they are not alone, and provide legislative solutions to support and protect survivors. Last Congress, I was able to work with my Senate colleagues to reauthorize the Trafficking Victims Protection Act. By designating January as ``National Trafficking and Modern Slavery Prevention Month,'' we will shine a light on the issue and continue the bipartisan charge to end trafficking and exploitation. I respectfully ask my colleagues to support this resolution. The PRESIDING OFFICER (Ms. Baldwin). The senior Senator from Montana.”