I had an amazing advantage: a grandmother [Polly Noonan, an influential confidante of the mayor of Albany] who loved politics. She taught me not to listen to negative press or people. I grew up knowing politics was rough-and-tumble.
Kirsten GillibrandAs a 10-year-old girl, I would listen to my grandmother discuss issues, and she made a lasting impression on me.
Kirsten GillibrandThere is no greater call to service than that of our brave men and women who serve our country in combat across the globe.
Kirsten GillibrandThe Senate is extremely slow: They have enormous difficulty passing the bills that even get through the House. That's the reality that I've recognized in my two years: that it takes time to change the world.
Kirsten Gillibrand