151 Quotes by Kirsten Gillibrand

When they return home from serving our country, our National Guard and Reserve members shouldn't have to be confronted with red tape in order to access the benefits they've earned fighting for our country.

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.

The government can take smart steps to give all kids the healthy start they need to reach their full potential.

As we all know, there is no harder or more rewarding job than being a mom.

America is the only high income nation without a paid family leave program. This means that if you or a family member gets sick, there is no guarantee that you can take the time you need to take care of yourself or your loved one, leaving already vulnerable families in the position of making hard decisions in cases of illness.

Communities in every corner of America struggle to fill nursing vacancies to provide care for everyone who needs it.

If one of my colleagues wants to block a bill, they should stand up in front of the American people and explain why.

Instead of marginalizing women, Congress must get to work on policies that can foster job creation and fuel economic growth.

As Congress focuses on comprehensive health care reform, one thing needs to be clear: We cannot fix health care if we do not address America's nursing shortage.