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" The press pool was taking bets on how many months I would last. There was nobody in the state who thought I had any shot at being a good senator. "

Kirsten Gillibrand

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" Just telling women: If you don't speak up, things aren't gonna change. If you don't become an advocate, it's not gonna change. If you don't vote, it's not gonna change. If you don't run, it's not gonna change. "

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" I look at each nominee. If they suck, I vote against them. If they're worthy, I vote for them. "

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" Hardworking men and women deserve not only job security, but also a paycheck when they need to take time off to care for a loved one. "

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" For many of the brave men and women who have fought on the front lines, returning home means trying to navigate a complicated and bureaucratic Veterans Administration benefits system. "

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" Along with a livable wage, many parents are desperate for quality affordable child care. "

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" If we're going to be able to provide access to quality, affordable health care to every American - we need to have the trained health care professionals inside hospitals to provide that care. "

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" When we do our legislation, we're not trying to figure out, 'How can I use this to run against you?' We say, 'How can we pass this bill to help both of our constituents?' "

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" As Congress focuses on comprehensive health care reform, one thing needs to be clear: We cannot fix health care if we do not address America's nursing shortage. "

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" I believe transparency in government is key to restoring our nation's faith in its elected leaders. "

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" We must do everything we can to help our service members and veterans transition into civilian life once they return home, and that means preparing them for the tough job market. "

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" Nurses are on the front lines of our care. And they need to be at the foundation of health care reform. Let's get health care done - and done right - by ensuring the amount of nurses we need to provide quality care for all. "

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" I've never lived through a moment in history where people are using their voices and becoming strong advocates for what they believe in. "

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" It's a heavy feeling being in Washington. There are so many important issues at risk. You're in a fighting stance every day. "

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" One of the primary reasons I first ran for Congress was to be a voice for our troops, veterans and military families. "

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" I have not been in Washington very long, but I've been there long enough to be shocked by how antiquated some of our laws have become. "

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" There is no greater call to service than that of our brave men and women who serve our country in combat across the globe. "

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" In addition to being an economic security issue, the failure to pay women a salary that's equal to men for equal work is also a women's health issue. The fact is that the salary women are paid directly impacts the type of health care services they are able to access for both themselves and their families. "

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" When mothers earn their fair share, young children have greater access to quality health care, educational opportunities, and safe communities. By ending the wage gap, we will help ensure that every child can achieve his or her God-given potential. "

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" Communities in every corner of America struggle to fill nursing vacancies to provide care for everyone who needs it. "

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" Instead of marginalizing women, Congress must get to work on policies that can foster job creation and fuel economic growth. "

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" If everyone in America can easily see who and what their lawmakers are requesting taxpayer money for, we can keep elected officials honest, end the days of political, special interest favors, and reduce wasteful spending. "

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" I'm grateful that President Trump is willing to talk about paid leave, but his policy, unfortunately, is woefully inadequate. "

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" When they return home from serving our country, our National Guard and Reserve members shouldn't have to be confronted with red tape in order to access the benefits they've earned fighting for our country. "

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" When women earn more, families are stronger, and children have better access to quality health care and education. "

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" The American people deserve to know that their elected leaders play by the exact same rules that they play by and that their lawmakers' only interest is what's best for the country, not their own financial gain. "

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" I think the wall is stupid; it's a waste of the taxpayer's money. We need the money for job growth, infrastructure, 100 other things... it sends a bad message. "

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" I was new at my job, and I needed to address my inexperience and weaknesses head-on. "

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" As we all know, there is no harder or more rewarding job than being a mom. "

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" A strong mentor can help a young woman find and advance in the career of her dreams that otherwise may have seemed impossible. "

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" By running, you're making that commitment that says, 'I'm dedicating myself to public service.' Win or lose, you're making that statement, and you actually are taking a step in that direction. "

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