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Sue Myrick: I rise today to honor Susan B. Anthony and her contributions to the struggle for women's rights many, many years ago.…

On the recordMarch 7, 2002
I rise today to honor Susan B. Anthony and her contributions to the struggle for women's rights many, many years ago. March is Women's History Month and the perfect time to recognize this incredible woman who truly shaped our country's history and society. She remains one of our Nation's greatest champions, not just for the rights of women but for the rights of all Americans. In addition to the work she did for women and women's rights, she was a leading advocate against the evil of slavery in her day. Another piece of her legacy that is often brushed over but equally important is her commitment to the rights of unborn children. She opposed abortion because she championed equal rights for all. She did not see a difference in fighting for women's rights and protecting the right to life for all children. She fought for both. As we think back on Susan B. Anthony's tireless work to promote the dignity of all life, let us renew our own commitment to fight for equal rights, especially for unborn children who have no voice to fight for themselves.
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Sue Myrick
North Carolina

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Honoring Susan B. Anthony and her contributions to women's rights during Women's History Month.

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