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“With a measly 18 percent of our Congress composed of women, the U.S. ranks just 77th in the world in terms of women in elected office, surpassed by such countries as Ezbekistan and Moldova.”

Quote by Jackie Speier

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Jackie Speier is an American politician born on May 14, 1950. She currently serves as a U.S. Representative, representing California's 14th Congressional District. Speier has dedicated her political career to advocating for social justice and women's rights, serving on various committees in Congress. more

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