John Barrow: “100 years ago, Juliette ``Daisy'' Gordon Low organized the first Girl Scout troop in Savannah, Georgia. Daisy began with…”

“100 years ago, Juliette ``Daisy'' Gordon Low organized the first Girl Scout troop in Savannah, Georgia. Daisy began with 18 girls in one troop in Savannah, but her movement has grown to include over 50 million American women over the past 100 years, including 3.2 million active members today. The Girl Scouts build character by engaging girls in community service, developing leadership skills, and preparing girls to take their place in the world. I know what I'm talking about because I have a twin sister, and she was a Girl Scout. I'm proud of the hard work of the girls and women who've been a part of the Girl Scouts movement, but I'm even more grateful for the positive influence this institution has had on millions of girls throughout America and the world. So I congratulate the Girl Scouts on 100 great years, and I wish them every success for the next 100 years. ____________________”