Nita Lowey: “Our Nation still grieves the loss of a great New Yorker, Louise Slaughter. I will never forget when Louise and I, still…”

“Our Nation still grieves the loss of a great New Yorker, Louise Slaughter. I will never forget when Louise and I, still just junior Congresswomen at the time, charged up the steps of the U.S. Senate to demand that Anita Hill be allowed to testify against Clarence Thomas. {time} 1800 Louise never lost that fighting spirit, fearlessness, and commitment to justice, equality, and women's rights. She broke barriers, becoming the first woman to chair the House Rules Committee, and set a strong example of public services and principled leadership as dean of the New York congressional delegation. As a leading champion of women's empowerment, she proudly represented Seneca Falls, the site of the first women's rights convention. It was an honor to charge alongside Louise up the steps of the Senate that fall day years ago, and during the many battles we fought together for America's healthcare, women's rights, opportunity for working men and women, and so much more. New York, the Congress, and our country have suffered an immeasurable loss. I do pray that Congresswoman Slaughter's family and the legions of staff who served her may find comfort knowing her great legacy and many accomplishments have improved the lives of so many Americans.”