“Work and family are both basic tenets of our society. Every government should celebrate and protect both for all of its citizens. That we have come to a place where women seeking work and family can be seen as overreaching, even selfish, is inane.”
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Off the Sidelines: Raise Your Voice, Change the World
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Kirsten Gillibrand
Kirsten Gillibrand is an American politician who has served as a United States Senator from New York since 2009. She is a member of the Democratic Party and has been recognized for her advocacy on issues such as women's rights, military sexual assault, and veterans' affairs. more
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