Political Quotes

Kirsten Gillibrand

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Kirsten Elizabeth Gillibrand is a United States Senator from New York, serving since January 26, 2009. A member of the Democratic Party, she has been a prominent advocate for women's rights, healthcare reform, and environmental issues. Throughout her tenure, Gillibrand has focused on legislation aimed at improving the lives of families and promoting equality in various sectors. She has also been vocal on issues related to national security and veterans' affairs.

Quotes by year · 2007–20262,027 total · peak 2014 (265)
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Aug 11, 2026

This is a major win for our public safety officers, who put their lives on the line every day to protect our communities. Today, we are one step closer to fixing a slow and broken process that keeps first responders and their families in…

cruz.senate.gov
Aug 6, 2026

William J. Donovan served our nation with honor and dedication.

schumer.senate.gov
Jul 31, 2026

Those who defend our freedoms deserve and must receive fair treatment.

hirono.senate.gov
Jul 31, 2026

Every justification that we were given for this conflict has proven hollow

theguardian.com
Jul 30, 2026

Under the Constitution, we have the power to end this war today. Let’s use it.

rollcall.com
Jul 30, 2026

I ask my colleagues, how many more servicemembers will we lose, how many more billions of dollars must families pay at the pump, how many more empty promises must be made from an out of control administration before this body finally acts?

rollcall.com
Jul 29, 2026

I fought to secure this approval and bring home the federal resources our farmers and growers urgently needed following the loss of their crops in the devastating April frost.

schumer.senate.gov
Jul 28, 2026

I am pleased that New York State’s request for a Secretarial disaster designation has been granted. I fought to secure this approval and bring home the federal resources our farmers and growers urgently needed following the loss of their…

schumer.senate.gov
Jul 28, 2026

Americans deserve the truth about the human cost of President Trump’s Iran war, and I will not stop fighting until this administration gives our military members and their families the transparency and accountability they deserve.

theguardian.com
Jul 27, 2026

We will not stand for the continued unjust actions of ICE in our communities in New York and across the country.

schumer.senate.gov
Jul 24, 2026

Senator Schumer and I will not back down until ICE gives us the answers we need and assures us that it will heed the concerns of all residents going forward.

schumer.senate.gov
Jul 23, 2026

This is unacceptable, and disregards the overwhelming opposition from locals to the creation of an immigration detention facility in Newburgh.

schumer.senate.gov
Jul 22, 2026

Child marriage leaves girls vulnerable to abuse and exploitation.

durbin.senate.gov
Jul 22, 2026

You’re asking for unlimited money for bombs when people can’t feed their families, and I don’t know how this administration intends to defend those decisions to the American people.

huffpost.com
Jul 16, 2026

Americans’ access to lifesaving medication should not rely on supply chains controlled by foreign countries. The Pharmaceutical Investment Oversight and Accountability Act would help shine a light on foreign influence in our drug supply…

warren.senate.gov
Jul 16, 2026

“Older adults have spent their entire lives contributing to our communities, and they deserve resources to support their health and well-being,” said Gillibrand.

murphy.senate.gov
Jul 15, 2026

The University of Rochester is a deserving recipient of this award, and I couldn't be prouder to see the STELLAR Engine recognized in the NSF Regional Innovation Engines competition.

schumer.senate.gov
Jul 13, 2026

We cannot let self-dealing destroy an opportunity to strengthen consumer protections, crack down on illicit finance, and expand economic opportunity for the millions of Americans our financial system has left behind.

theintercept.com
Jul 10, 2026

New York State is the business capital of the world. I am thrilled that American Express is expanding its footprint in New York with a new headquarters on the World Trade Center campus in partnership with the Port Authority.

governor.ny.gov
Jul 9, 2026

I am proud to have helped secure over $1.3 million in federal funding for this project through the HOME Program and the American Rescue Plan Act.

governor.ny.gov
Jul 8, 2026

New Yorkers deserve access to affordable, secure, and modern housing.

governor.ny.gov
Jul 7, 2026

Seniors and their families deserve protection and peace of mind when seeking care in assisted living facilities.

warren.senate.gov
Jul 7, 2026

Delaying the implementation of these rules means that students of all ages will continue to face systemic barriers to a quality education.

duckworth.senate.gov

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