Martha McSally

Sexism is real.

— Martha McSally

I have three older brothers. I'm Irish. I'm feisty.

— Martha McSally

When I see something messed up, I'm going to challenge it.

— Martha McSally

Wherever women succeed, businesses will succeed.

— Martha McSally

I served my country in uniform for 26 years.

— Martha McSally

Raising taxes in an economic downturn is not a good idea.

— Martha McSally

When you value people, you give them freedom.

— Martha McSally

The chief duty of our federal government is the safety and security of the American people.

— Martha McSally

I just personally decided I was going to be the first woman fighter pilot.

— Martha McSally

I'm probably one of the only people who has voted for the speaker of the House but didn't serve in Congress.

— Martha McSally

North Korea is not even close to being a near peer to South Korea or, much less, the United States.

— Martha McSally

I think there is a longing in everyone for a personal relationship with God.

— Martha McSally

It's hard to hate up close. The more you get to know each other, the more common ground you can find and…

— Martha McSally

As an A-10 squadron commander in the Air Force, I was required to be ready to deploy my 24 Warthogs and team…

— Martha McSally

Maybe I'll start a little group of us that's called the Don't Do Stupid Stuff caucus. I'm going to be in the…

— Martha McSally

I'm always looking for people on the other side of the aisle for any initiative I'm sponsoring - men and women -…

— Martha McSally

In 2001, I was an Air Force lieutenant colonel and A-10 fighter pilot stationed in Saudi Arabia, in charge of rescue operations…

— Martha McSally

Before I became a fighter pilot, everyone said that women didn't have the physical strength. Well, I had just completed the Hawaii…

— Martha McSally

If we want the most effective fighting force, we need to pick the most qualified capable man for the job, even if…

— Martha McSally

Growing up, I was told I could be anything I wanted to be. There were no limitations restraining me just because I…

— Martha McSally

Ultimately, it's not our responsibility to turn Afghanistan into a 21st-century, vibrant, economic, liberal democracy with a little L. Our responsibility is…

— Martha McSally

The private sector is the innovation engine of our economy, and more private-sector businesses and organizations than ever are recognizing that training,…

— Martha McSally

It's important in our role as leaders that we use the platform to address issues, to address barriers, to identify best practices…

— Martha McSally

I am grateful for the support of those who want to see more women in Congress to better represent our country and…

— Martha McSally

America has a long history of pride in the military uniform, and the Army has a 362-page directive on proper uniform wear.…

— Martha McSally

If I was a guy, based on how I performed in pilot training, I would have been able to have selected a…

— Martha McSally

If it were in our national security to deploy to South Africa under apartheid, would we have found it acceptable or customary…

— Martha McSally

I grew up in a family where I was told there were no limitations on me as a girl and I could…

— Martha McSally

I think my being a combat pilot, being a woman who has had to break down barriers and succeed in a male-dominated…

— Martha McSally

When I started at the Air Force Academy, I found out that I couldn't be a fighter pilot simply because I had…

— Martha McSally

It might not be pretty, but the A-10 is our most capable close air-support aircraft, and its arrival on the battlefield signals…

— Martha McSally

American servicewomen will continue to be viewed as second-class warriors if leaders push them to take up the customs of countries where…

— Martha McSally

The whole idea of deterrence is to convince your enemy that you are willing and able to make it so painful for…

— Martha McSally

Former U.N. Ambassador John Bolton is exceptionally qualified to serve as President Trump's National Security Adviser, and I fully support his selection.

— Martha McSally

We have women entering lower-paying career fields. Women are still, culturally, the primary caregivers for children, even though we would love to…

— Martha McSally

My journey in the military solidified my tireless commitment to making sure girls and women are given the opportunity to meet their…

— Martha McSally

I was in Saudi Arabia on 9/11 and was part of the initial leadership team to execute the initial combat operations in Afghanistan.

— Martha McSally

From flying in the cockpit of an A-10 to chairing hearings on Capitol Hill, I've learned that each of us will face…

— Martha McSally

Our troops should not conform to customs that represent the marginalization of people and are incongruent with our fundamental values.

— Martha McSally

Before running for office, I was an A-10 squadron commander with 325 combat hours. During my time in uniform and since coming…

— Martha McSally