Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, the Rosie the Riveter Congressional Gold Medal Act honors the 20th century icon that unified women and inspired them to join the workforce and help with the war effort. Throughout our Nation's history, countless Americans have answered the call to service during times of conflict and turmoil. During World War II, women across the country left their homes for factory jobs in support of the war effort, working as riveters, buckers, welders, and electricians. These Rosie the Riveters embodied the ``We Can Do It'' spirit forever connected with the famous poster. I am proud to recognize these home-front heroes, especially my constituent Mae Krier. Mae is 93. She is in the Chamber with us today. She lives in my hometown of Levittown, Pennsylvania. During the war, determined women like Mae manufactured planes, ships, tanks, weapons, jeeps, and everything else that was needed to defeat the enemy. Mae has said, ``We worked, we danced, and we slept on Sundays. Most of all, we were duty-bound.'' Mae has been dedicated to get the real-life Rosies recognized for over 30 years. While this bill serves to get a single medal to the important symbol that is Rosie the Riveter, it truly is bestowing the honor and recognition on the millions of women like Mae Krier. I am proud to recognize these heroes as an original cosponsor of H.R. 1773, alongside Representatives Speier, Huffman, and now 289 of our colleagues.…”