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" I was so disappointed by the 2012 election that I decided I had to do something. And I thought, 'I have something to offer - I should be able to have a seat at the table.' "

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" When you get out of Washington, you realize how much of a Beltway bubble exists. "

" President Obama's greatest failure is his failure regarding foreign policy and national security. "

" I don't look like a normal congressional candidate. "

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" You have to embrace your authenticity and your unique perspective as a woman. "

" Whether you're a high school student, attend traditional college, or take night classes while working full-time, it is imperative that you are given the tools necessary to become competitive in the workforce. "

" Standing beside each one of our brave soldiers, sailors, airmen and marines is a loving, supportive, and dedicated family whose sacrifice is a true service to our great nation. "

" The North Country of New York is a region steeped in rich military tradition. Our corner of this country stands out for the remarkable tradition of brave men and women putting themselves in harm's way for our nation. "

" I support religious liberty, but I also think it is very important as a Republican Party that we bring a compassionate tone when talking about women's health care issues, when we talk about pro-life and pro-choice. "

" We must keep the promises and commitments we've made to our military veterans by ensuring needed services and care are always available and delivered in a timely fashion. "

" In Congress, I have worked with my colleagues to pass the 21st Century Cures Act. "

" In the 114th Congress, I had the privilege of serving on two of the most important Committees in the House of Representatives: the House Armed Services Committee and the Committee on Education and the Workforce. "

" When our natural habitats become overrun by species that are not native to these areas, they can damage the environment, pose health risks, and even hurt our local economy. "

" There is still much work to be done to help our students secure good-paying jobs and achieve their ultimate goals, and in Congress, I'll continue to support Career and Technical Education programs. "

" For too long, the producers of non-dairy beverages, such as almond and soy products, have unfairly benefited from the ability to label their products as milk. "

" As military spouses move from state to state with their servicemember on military orders, it is important that we do what is necessary to make sure they have the opportunity to maintain their hard-earned professional licensing and certification. "

" The Capitol Police have a very tough job. "

" Our district is home to the Adirondacks, and we know firsthand that clean energy development and environmental protection are critical to our economy. "

" I've been really humbled by other women who've reached out to me across the country. Not just women who are running for Congress and federal office, but elementary school students running for student council or high school students who are their class presidents. "

" As a member of the bipartisan Climate Solutions Caucus, I'm committed to finding consensus on legislation to address our environmental and energy challenges. "

" Women are bipartisan. We bring a different perspective on every issue. And I believe that every issue is a woman's issue. "

" Children especially deserve our support after they are rescued from those who have victimized them. "

" I was singled out by other girls for participating in classroom discussions and physically bullied. "

" The challenges military families face from frequent relocations and deployments are themselves patches of service, and that's why supporting our military families is one of my top priorities in Congress. "

" When I travel throughout the district speaking with families and educators, I frequently hear of concerns with our K-12 education system. "

" In addition to advocating for smart policies that best serve our heroes, it is also my role as a Member of Congress to advocate for our veterans when working with federal agencies. "

" I understand firsthand that Washington is broken. "

" I read 'Lean In' at a really important time as I was deciding to run for office. "

" Our country is eternally grateful for the sacrifices our men and women in uniform make each day. "

" Millennials don't believe that government is the most effective in solving problems, and that lack of faith in big government is an opportunity for Republicans to win over millennials. "