Political Quotes

“today I wish to congratulate the YWCA for 160 years of service dedicated to supporting women, girls, and their families across the United States. Throughout its storied history, YWCA has been committed to eliminating racism, empowering women, and freedom and dignity for all. YWCA has been at the forefront of many critical social movements, including civil rights, women's empowerment, gender-based violence prevention, and more. Additionally, it is the largest network of domestic violence and sexual assault service providers in the country, reaching more than half a million women and girls annually. Serving a total of more than 2 million women, girls, and their families each year, with 210 local associations across 46 States and the District of Columbia, this organization's impact is vast, but its focus is local. In Ohio, there are 14 YWCA associations, and I am proud of the work they do in my State. I have worked to help YWCA's important mission through my legislation to combat sex trafficking, help those gripped by addiction--particularly mothers and children--get the care they need, improve prisoner reentry, allow kids aging out of foster care to more easily access Federal support for housing, and more. YWCA breaks barriers and empowers women to help them live up to their God-given potential. Congratulations on your 160 years of improving the lives of women and girls--and on many more to come. ____________________”