Bills Quote by Carolyn Maloney
“I was proud to be an original cosponsor of the Violence Against Women Act when Congress passed it in 1994, and was proud to support the previous renewals in 2000 and 2005. These bills always enjoyed large, bipartisan support.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Congressional Record, Violence Against Women Act support statements, 1994‑2005
Advocating for and supporting legislation protecting women from violence, highlighting bipartisan backing.
In simple terms: Support laws protecting women; bipartisan support.
Key Takeaway
Champion and defend protective legislation.
Themes
advocacy
legislation
gender safety
Mood
serious
committed
Type
political
historical
When to use this quote
- lawmaking
- community outreach
- victim support
- public speaking
Key Concepts
public policy
bipartisan cooperation
Questions to Reflect On
- Why is bipartisan support crucial?
- How can citizens sustain advocacy?
A Different Perspective
Political opposition can stall progress.
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