Political Quotes

“Mr. President, I am very pleased to join my colleagues Senator Cardin and, earlier, Senator Murray this morning in commemorating International Women's Day. It is a day observed around the world, and it celebrates the economic, political, and social achievement of women--past, present, and future. It is a day that recognizes the obstacles women still face in the struggle for equal rights and equal opportunities. One year ago today, I, along with a group of bipartisan Senators, introduced and passed a resolution in the Senate recognizing the significance of the 100th anniversary of International Women's Day. Today is the 101st anniversary and, as is the centennial milestone before it, it is a testament to the dedication and determination of women and men around the world to address gender inequality for the good of all people. There are more than 3.3 billion women in the world today. Across the globe, women are participating in the political, social, and economic life of their communities in an unprecedented fashion, playing a critical role in providing and caring for their families, contributing substantially to the growth of economies, and advancing food security for their communities. Yesterday I had the wonderful, humbling, and inspiring opportunity to recognize and celebrate the 10 recipients of the 2012 State Department International Women of Courage Award.…”