I believe transparency in government is key to restoring our nations faith in its elected leaders.
Kirsten GillibrandWe should be cultivating our female workers. The truth of the matter is that women just see problems and solutions differently, and that's valuable.
Kirsten GillibrandEach campus should absolutely investigate the use of alcohol, the prevalence of alcohol, and its role in sexual assault. We know that predators will use alcohol as a weapon. We know they will use drugs as a weapon.
Kirsten GillibrandAs a 10-year-old girl, I would listen to my grandmother discuss issues, and she made a lasting impression on me.
Kirsten GillibrandThe story we hear over and over again is: Boy in science class, very nice to the girl, says, "Please come to our party on Saturday night." She, of course, shows up. He hands her two, three, four, five drinks. She becomes so inebriated he says, "You can sleep it off in my room. It'll be safe." Or, "I'll walk you home." It's all premeditated with the intention of having sex with that woman without her consent when she's passed out. It's a huge issue.
Kirsten Gillibrand