Political Quotes

“Madam Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the release of the third coin in the American Women Quarters Program which features Oklahoma's own Wilma Mankiller. Ms. Mankiller lived an inspiring life, which has had a lasting impact on Oklahoma and beyond. Hailing from the Cherokee Nation, she was hired as an economic stimulus coordinator and founded the community development department. Through her incredible work, she became the first woman elected as Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation. Under her leadership, she revitalized the Tribe's economy, education systems, and health and well-being programs. Her remarkable leadership made the Cherokee Tribe a national role model, but she didn't stop there. After leaving office, she remained an advocate for women across the globe. She received the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the highest honor given to civilians in the U.S., and was inducted into the National Women's Hall of Fame. Ms. Mankiller's commitment to bettering her community and society as a whole is truly inspiring. May her legacy continue to live on forever. ____________________”