These women paved the way for generations of scientists and astronauts, and without their talents, @NASA may not be the impressive organization it is today.
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Christine Darden, Mary Jackson, Katherine Johnson, and Dorothy Vaughan devoted their lives and careers to pushing our country forward in the fields of science and space exploration.pic.twitter.com/sEkLfTKLOv
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For too long, racial and gender barriers prevented these women from being recognized for their achievements, which is why I was proud to cosponsor the Hidden Figures Congressional Gold Medal Act.
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This bill, which was signed into law yesterday, awards these pioneers the Congressional Gold Medal to finally recognize their contributions to computing, engineering, programming, and aeronautics.
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It is my great hope that these trailblazers continue to inspire future generations of women and girls to pursue careers in science that will take our country to new heights.
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