25 year U.S. Senate tenure of social worker Sen. Barbara Mikulski

Jan 6, 2011

The Washington Post featured an article regarding the 25 year U.S. Senate tenure of social worker Sen. Barbara Mikulski (D-MD).  Sen. Mikulski has been a great champion of both social workers and our clients, and NASW is thrilled to see this recognition of her work.

From the article:  “Maybe it’s because she’s a social worker, maybe because she’s a woman – she understands relationships are everything,” said Sen. Patty Murray (D-Wash.). “She helps you see areas of common interest so you can find solutions.”

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