Political Quotes

On the recordJanuary 20, 2016
I do support providing women with various opportunities to serve in any capacity as long as we are not lowering standards to allow participation, and that we are not decreasing our combat effectiveness.
Said by
Joni Ernst
Republican · Iowa

Editor's note · Context

Ernst emphasizes the importance of maintaining standards in military gender integration.

Share & report

More from Joni Ernst

May 31, 2025

Well, we are all going to die.

nbcnews.com
Feb 17, 2025

DoD did not track funding at the level of detail necessary to determine whether the DoD provided funding to Chinese research laboratories.

newsweek.com
Jan 20, 2025

Mr. President, I rise in support of the Laken Riley Act and ask my fellow colleagues to vote for my amendment, Sarah's Law. Combined, these actions will close the loopholes that for too long have allowed murderers who come here illegally…

Congressional Record · 2025-01-20
Apr 4, 2025

Madam President, with great pride and admiration, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to all involved in the commissioning of the USS IOWA (SSN 797), including commanding officer Gregory Coy. While I am sorry I cannot be with you in…

Congressional Record · 2025-04-04

Other voices in this conversation