American military, if they do these reforms, will have fewer dangerous criminals and far more heroes ... The brave men and women we send to war to keep us safe deserve nothing less than a justice system equal to their sacrifice. Kirsten Gillibrand More Quotes by Kirsten Gillibrand More Quotes From Kirsten Gillibrand While I deeply respect Gen. Mattis’ service, I will oppose a waiver, civilian control of our military is a fundamental principle of American democracy, and I will not vote for an exception to this rule. Kirsten Gillibrand politics I think many senators that we've spoken to are concerned, deeply concerned, the military continues to say, 'We got this,' ... but it's not shown in the data. It's not shown in the survivors' testimony. Kirsten Gillibrand politics We know far more now about the extent of the military sexual assault problem than we did a year ago, and it's clear that nothing has changed. Kirsten Gillibrand politics That's an important message that I think all of us can take away. Kirsten Gillibrand politics No one should have to suffer the chain of command when they report these crimes. Kirsten Gillibrand politics The military has not been able to demonstrate that they've made a difference. Kirsten Gillibrand top-news I would think about that. Kirsten Gillibrand top-news LGBTQ people deserve to live, work, raise families, and succeed just like anyone else - and LGBTQ kids deserve to grow up in a country that supports and encourages them. Kirsten Gillibrand livegrowworkpeople For American families, Universal pre-K is an essential piece of the puzzle that not only allows their kids to get a good start, but it also allows mothers to remain on the job earning a paycheck and helping our economy grow. Kirsten Gillibrand growjobstartgood Sexism is alive and well in politics, as it is in all industries. Kirsten Gillibrand wellsexismpoliticsalive I believe that reproductive rights are human rights, and they are nonnegotiable. Kirsten Gillibrand humanhuman-rightsi-believebelieve By running, you're making that commitment that says, 'I'm dedicating myself to public service.' Win or lose, you're making that statement, and you actually are taking a step in that direction. Kirsten Gillibrand myselfserviceyouwin-or-lose The horrific damage of 9/11 did not end when those buildings came down. Kirsten Gillibrand buildingsthoseenddown A strong and dedicated mentor can help a young woman get her foot in the door, get a promotion and get a raise. Kirsten Gillibrand doorwomanmentorstrong Like all Americans, I will never forget where I was the morning of the 9/11 attacks. Kirsten Gillibrand nevernever-forgetmorningforget Obesity puts our children at risk of developing serious diseases - such as Type 2 diabetes, heart disease and depression. It keeps our children from performing their best at school. Kirsten Gillibrand bestheartdepressionchildren Health care should be a right; it should never be a privilege. We should have Medicare for all in this country. Kirsten Gillibrand nevercarehealthcountry As a member of the Senate Aging Committee, I've gone to bat for seniors by cracking down on senior fraud, combating price gouging by pharmaceutical companies, and pushing for wealthy individuals to contribute their fair share to Social Security. Kirsten Gillibrand downfraudagingsecurity Empowering women in the workforce is a key to growing the economy and having a thriving middle class. Kirsten Gillibrand keyeconomywomenclass For many of the brave men and women who have fought on the front lines, returning home means trying to navigate a complicated and bureaucratic Veterans Administration benefits system. Kirsten Gillibrand womenbravehomemen
