[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 47 (Wednesday, March 11, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E299-E300]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   CELEBRATING WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH

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                            HON. BARBARA LEE

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, March 11, 2020

  Ms. LEE of California. Madam Speaker, today, we rise to celebrate 
Women's History Month and reflect on the generations of American women 
and their many contributions that have brought us to this place in our 
history.
  Every March, we honor the countless contributions that women have 
made to this nation. Fearless leaders like the late Congresswoman 
Shirley Chisholm, Coretta Scott King, Dorothy Heights, Dolores Huerta, 
Patsy Mink and Wilma Mankiller paved the way for us. We

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would not be where we are today without them.
  March is also our time to reflect on the work that remains to achieve 
true equality. Last year, we saw women challenging the status quo 
everywhere from sports and politics to emerging STEM fields and 
corporate boards. In fact, I am proud to serve in this Congress that 
has 127 women--the most in U.S history.
  But too many women are still fighting to break down barriers.
  The injustices that remain are many. Whether it is unequal pay or 
attacks on reproductive health, the persistent shadow of sexism and 
prejudice still undermines women in our society.
  But I know that women are resilient.
  And throughout it all, we are standing strong.
  Today, I am reminded of the words of my mentor, Shirley Chisholm. She 
said, ``If they don't give you a seat at the table, bring a folding 
chair.''
  I hope women and girls everywhere will bring their folding chairs and 
stay at the table. Because this month is more than a celebration of our 
past--it's a call for a better future tomorrow.
  Happy Women's History Month.

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