[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 129 (Wednesday, September 10, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1384]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




         HONORING THE HONOREES OF THE MAINE WOMEN'S LOBBY GALA

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                        HON. MICHAEL H. MICHAUD

                                of maine

                    in the house of representatives

                     Wednesday, September 10, 2014

  Mr. MICHAUD. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Honorees of 
the 2014 Maine Women's Lobby Gala: The Voice of Maine Women--Loud and 
Clear. The Maine Women's Lobby works tirelessly to increase 
opportunities for women and girls in Maine and to ensure that they are 
protected from violence and discrimination through education and 
advocacy.
  The Maine Women's Lobby Gala celebrates the power of Maine women and 
honors five inspirational female leaders in the state. These women have 
demonstrated a commitment to furthering the lives of Maine women 
through work in civil rights, economic security, health care, violence 
prevention, and more.
  This year's award recipients are Mary J. Herman, Cheryl Miller, Maine 
Attorney General Janet Mills, Zam Zam Mohamud, and Abbie Strout. Mary 
J. Herman, one of the earliest lobbyists for the Maine Women's Lobby, 
is the recipient of the Liz Crandall Spirit Award for her continued 
volunteer work and philanthropy in the state. Cheryl Miller is the 
recipient of the Catalyst Award for fostering economic growth and 
building community as the head of the Maine Development Foundation's 
Leadership Maine Program. Maine Attorney General Janet Mills is the 
recipient of the Trailblazer Award for setting an example for women in 
Maine politics as the state's first female District Attorney and 
Attorney General. Zam Zam Mohamud will receive the Community Power 
Award as the first Somali woman in Maine to run for public office and 
for being a dedicated leader in her community. Abbie Strout is the 
recipient of the Spark! Award for her work as a tireless women's health 
activist with the Mabel Wadsworth Women's Health Center.
  Through their leadership and incredible commitment to their 
communities, these recipients improve the lives of Maine women today 
and serve as inspiring role models for our young girls.
  Mr. Speaker, please join me again in congratulating the honorees of 
the Maine Women's Lobby Gala on their outstanding service and 
achievement.

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