Barbara Mikulski: “One week from now, we will be heading to the platform for the inauguration of President-elect Obama.”

I want to recognize her for her leadership in that.

Without a monument to the great women of American history who paved the way for us to fully participate in and shape our democracy, the telling of the American story on our National Mall is not yet complete.

When constituents come to you, make sure you do not promise results but promise best efforts, that you'll give it your best.

It will be a proud day for our country when every girl who visits the National Mall is able to see herself represented amongst the giants of our national story.