Political Quotes

“I rise today to show my support for the 90th anniversary of the Girl Scouts. Through the Girl Scouts, girls acquire self-confidence, a sense of responsibility, life skills and integrity. In each level of the Scouts, young girls learn skills that will assist them as they enter adulthood, including science and technology education, money management, sports training, engaging in community services, art education, and much more. The Girl Scouts encourage their members to engage in a wide variety of activities such as field trips, sports camps, and cultural exchanges. I am proud to note that members of my staff were Girl Scouts when they were younger. The mission of the Girl Scouts is to help all girls grow strong and prepare for adulthood by empowering them to develop their full potential, get along well with others, and to work together to contribute to their communities. Today, the organization boasts a membership of 3.8 million members, 2.7 million girls and over 900,000 adults.”