[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 159 (Friday, September 30, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1009]
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    RECOGNIZING FEMALE LEADERS WHO SHE LEADS AMERICA IS HONORING AS 
                     CHRISTIAN WOMEN OF DISTINCTION

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                          HON. LISA C. McCLAIN

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, September 30, 2022

  Mrs. McCLAIN. Madam Speaker, I rise to honor and highlight the work 
of some extraordinary female leaders in our country who are being 
honored by She Leads America as ``Christian Women of Distinction.''
  For my constituents back in Michigan, I try and lead by example 
through my faith and commitment to public service. But many times, 
people don't look to Washington for their role models. Fortunately, it 
does not take long to find others guided by their strong moral compass, 
faith, and commitment to selfless public service. Today, I honor some 
of these women, who through their tireless dedication, have shattered 
glass ceilings and touched the lives of countless individuals around 
the world. For my part, I remain committed to defending religious 
freedom here in Congress to ensure each of these women, and all of my 
constituents, never have to compromise their religious beliefs in order 
to conform to whatever the trending culture is at the moment.
  One of these women, Winsome Sears, is the Lieutenant Governor of the 
Commonwealth of Virginia. She is the first woman in this role, and the 
first black woman elected to statewide office. A native of Kingston, 
Jamaica, Winsome immigrated at the age of six to the United States. 
Since coming to the U.S., Winsome has served our country honorably in 
the Marine Corps, and as Vice President of the Virginia State Board of 
Education. A trained electrician and successful businesswoman, her most 
proud community work is leading a men's prison ministry and directing a 
women's homeless shelter.
  Madam Speaker, I hope these women, such as Lieutenant Governor Sears, 
know full well the impact they have had on countless lives. These women 
are trailblazers, and the example they have set will be followed by 
people of my district, and many other Americans, for years to come. I 
thank each of them for their passion and commitment. This honor is 
well-deserved.

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