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America’s daughters are just as capable of defending liberty as her sons.

— Tammy Duckworth

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Tammy Duckworth in [politico.com Speech at the Democratic National Convention focused on jobs and her military service.] (September 4, 2012)

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Parenthood isn’t just a women’s issue, it’s an economic issue and an issue that affects all parents — men and women alike.

You don’t have to suffer war injuries to understand how tough life can be.

This is a truly awful hate crime that has no place anywhere in this nation. No one should be attacked because of the color of their skin or who they love. Jussie, please know that many people across IL and our country are sending love your way.

We haven’t done justice to the justice promised in its sentences and sentiments, so you better believe that in my next term, I’m going to keep doing everything in my power to change that

When I was bleeding to death in my Black Hawk helicopter after I was shot down, I didn't care if the American troops risking their lives to help save me were gay, straight, transgender, black, white or brown.

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