Mitch Landrieu: “I rise today to express my admiration and gratitude to a woman who served the State of Louisiana and indeed the entire…”

“I rise today to express my admiration and gratitude to a woman who served the State of Louisiana and indeed the entire Nation with devotion and sense of unwavering dedication. Throughout her life, she answered every call to service made to her. Lindy came to Washington in 1940 with her husband, the late Hale Boggs and following his tragic death in 1972, she became the first woman to elected to the House of Representatives from the State of Louisiana. She continued her service to Congress until 1990, when she retired to New Orleans. In Congress she sat on the Appropriations Committee and the Select Committee on Children, Youth, and Families, spearheading legislation on issues ranging from civil rights to pay equity for women. But the reasons to honor Lindy go far beyond a recitation of her resume, distinguished as it may be. Lindy Boggs continues to be a role model for those of us in Congress and thousands of young women across this country who aspire to public service.”