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IFES 2013 Democracy Awards Dinner: Kay Granger Acceptance Message

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The International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES) honors Representative Kay Granger (R-Texas) with its 2013 Charles T. Manatt Democracy Award. Representative Granger currently serves as Chairwoman of the U.S. House of Representatives Appropriations Subcommittee on State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs. She is the first Republican woman to represent Texas in the House of Representatives. Her contributions to democracy and governance have distinguished her as an influential leader.

In her taped remarks, she speaks about the importance of promoting democracy since it is the foundation of peace and prosperity.