Political Quotes

“I rise today to join my distinguished colleague from Washington State, a longstanding advocate for women and children and, really, fundamental fairness. Today I join her in urging that the U.S. Soccer Federation end the gender gap and stop kicking women around. Women across our country are still paid less than men, just 79 cents for every $1 a man makes. This wage gap is felt by all women, even champions playing for the U.S. women's soccer team. These champions won the World Cup last year. They brought in $20 million more in revenue than the men's team, but they are paid four times less. When do we reward victory? When do we reward being a champion? How about equal pay for equal work? They belong on the same types of playing fields. Those women are taking action by going to the EEOC Commission, and it is time to score one for equality. Equal pay for all must be our goal. We want equal pay for equal work, whether we are U.S. Senators, nurses, executive assistants, or whether we are professional athletes. I stand with the women's soccer team and women across the United States in their fight for equal wages. They kick the ball around, but we are getting tired of being kicked around. Give us equal pay for equal work. Let's change the lawbook--the Federal lawbook--so that they can change their checkbook. Why should our women go to the Olympics and go for the gold when they aren't paid the gold. Let's pass this resolution. Let's show our support for the U.S.…”