Political Quotes

“I would like to take a moment to honor Senator Barbara Mikulski for recently becoming the longest serving woman in the history of the United States Congress. However, in doing so, I am reminded that this milestone does not define her legacy. Rather, her legacy as a coalition builder and a tenacious advocate of the marginalized defines Senator Mikulski's tenure as a public servant for the people of Maryland. Throughout her career, Senator Mikulski pioneered the role women play in today's Congress. When she joined the Senate in 1987, Senator Mikulski became one of two female Senators and the first Democratic woman ever to join the upper chamber. These achievements were not due to a famous husband or father; Senator Mikulski was elected because of her integrity and her fiery and compassionate character. Her personal and professional experiences over the past 35 years make Senator Mikulski an excellent mentor for first-term female members, leading to the appropriate title: ``Dean of Women.'' I was recently reminded of ``the Dean's'' ability to rally the support of female colleagues as Senator Mikulski and seven of 17 female senators lent their support for the reauthorization of the Violence Against Women Act on the floor of the Senate. Her efforts are emblematic of a unique ability to orchestrate voices in defense of the voiceless.…”