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RECOGNIZING FEMALE LEADERS WHO SHE LEADS AMERICA IS HONORING AS
CHRISTIAN WOMEN OF DISTINCTION
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HON. LISA C. McCLAIN
of michigan
in the house of representatives
Friday, September 30, 2022
Mrs. McCLAIN. Madam Speaker, I rise to honor and highlight the work of some extraordinary female leaders in our country who are being honored by She Leads America as ``Christian Women of Distinction.''
For my constituents back in Michigan, I try and lead by example through my faith and commitment to public service. But many times, people don't look to Washington for their role models. Fortunately, it does not take long to find others guided by their strong moral compass, faith, and commitment to selfless public service. Today, I honor some of these women, who through their tireless dedication, have shattered glass ceilings and touched the lives of countless individuals around the world. For my part, I remain committed to defending religious freedom here in Congress to ensure each of these women, and all of my constituents, never have to compromise their religious beliefs in order to conform to whatever the trending culture is at the moment.
One of these women, Dr. Madeline Manning Mims, is an author, international speaker, contemporary gospel recording artist, and a member of many Halls of Fame. Madeline is a gold and silver Olympic medalist in track. She pioneered the 800-meter run for the United States by being the first (and until Tokyo 2021, a 53-year span) only American woman to bring back a gold medal in this event, along with the Olympic Record, World Record and American Record. She has been a member of four Olympic teams for the United States and was the first American woman to break the 2-minute barrier in the 800-meter. She is a leader among world athletes and the founder and president of the United States Council for Sports Chaplaincy, serving as a chaplain since 1988 for the Olympic games.
Madam Speaker I hope these women, such as Madeline, know full well the impact they have had on countless lives. These women are trailblazers, and the example they have set will be followed by people of my district, and many other Americans, for years to come. I thank each of them for their passion and commitment. This honor is well-
deserved.
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SOURCE: Congressional Record Vol. 168, No. 159(1), Congressional Record Vol. 168, No. 159(2)
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