[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 16 (Wednesday, February 3, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E141]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 RECOGNIZING SENATOR CAROLYN ALLEN--PLANNED PARENTHOOD AWARD RECIPIENT

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                         HON. HARRY E. MITCHELL

                               of arizona

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, February 3, 2010

  Mr. MITCHELL. Madam Speaker, I rise today to applaud the tireless 
work of Arizona State Senator Carolyn Allen on behalf of women's 
reproductive rights. This week, Planned Parenthood will honor Senator 
Allen's commitment to ensuring all Arizona women have the right to seek 
reproductive services.
  In her 16 years of public service at the Arizona Legislature, Senator 
Allen has continuously displayed tenacity in promoting women's rights. 
Despite facing loud opposition and political pressure, Senator Allen 
has never shied away from separating from party lines to support 
reproductive freedom. A staunch believer in woman's right to choose, 
Senator Allen opposed legislation that would hinder a woman's ability 
to seek these vital services. Again and again, Senator Allen stood up 
against her party and stood with the women of Arizona. Her unwavering 
dedication has earned Senator Allen the respect and admiration of many 
of her peers.
  As the quest for reproductive freedom continues, Senator Allen's 
exhaustive efforts remind us of all the dedicated individuals who 
diligently work behind the scenes to promote and protect a woman's 
right to choose. I am humbled to have such a charismatic advocate as a 
colleague and a friend.
  Madam Speaker, please join me once more in congratulating Senator 
Carolyn Allen as she is honored with this well-deserved recognition.

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