Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor the trailblazing women throughout history who have fought for justice and equal rights. I am proud that many of these women were and are Oregonians. There is Abigail Scott Duniway from Yamhill County, who became a vocal advocate for women's suffrage and was the first woman to register to vote in Oregon. There is former Governor Barbara Roberts, who grew up in Sheridan and became the first woman elected to serve as Governor of Oregon. There is Kathryn Harrison who helped gain Federal recognition for the Grand Ronde Tribe in my district. These are just a few examples, but there are many more women leaders who are largely left out of history books. Recognizing their legacy is one important step. But we must continue building on the progress they have already made. That is why I will keep working to expand access to paid leave and affordable childcare, protect reproductive freedoms across the Nation, and put an end to violence against women and girls. During Women's History Month and every day of the year in honor of those who came before us, I will keep up the fight. ____________________”