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Young Kim Quotes

Read Young Kim quotes on hard work, respect, the American dream, small business and working together from the Korean-American U.S. Congresswoman.

"Everyone needs to work hard, and that's what America is."

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"Everyone needs to work hard, and that's what America is."
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Hard WorkAmerica
"We must be able to disagree without being disagreeable."
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CivilityDisagreement
"My door is open for anyone who is willing to work with me, even if we do not always see eye-to-eye."
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CooperationOpenness
"Don't ever hide behind your gender and think, 'Oh, I can only do so much.'"
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WomenConfidence
"Age should not be a hurdle to achieving the American Dream."
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AgeOpportunity

"I know I am not going to make everybody happy 100 percent of the time."

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"I know I am not going to make everybody happy 100 percent of the time."
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LeadershipAcceptance
"If I can go to sleep after taking a tough position, then I know that I've done something right."
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ConscienceCourage
"I want to be able to use my common sense background and be able to stand up for what I believe is the right thing to do."
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Common SenseIntegrity
"As a mother of four, I feel like I've naturally learned the negotiating skills to bring some win-win results."
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MotherhoodNegotiation

"The message is important, but I think the messengers are just as important."

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"The message is important, but I think the messengers are just as important."
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"I came to Washington to get things done in a bipartisan way."
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CooperationResults
"As a small business owner, I understand the hardships and challenges that come with starting a small business."
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Small BusinessExperience
"Our entrepreneurs are our nation's job creators. Their innovative products and services fuel our communities."
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EntrepreneursInnovation
"We must create policies that promote creativity, innovation and can adapt to today's changing, dynamic economy."
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InnovationEconomy
"Infrastructure is the bridge to economic opportunity and increasing our competitiveness against other countries."
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InfrastructureOpportunity

"My family came to the United States in pursuit of the American dream."

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"My family came to the United States in pursuit of the American dream."
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FamilyAmerican Dream
"You know, I really miss my days growing up on the island of Guam, because I have so many good memories with my mother."
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ChildhoodMother

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About Young Kim

Korean-American - Politician | Born October 18, 1962

# Young Kim Quotes

Young Kim is a Korean-American politician who serves as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives from California. Born in South Korea, she spent part of her childhood on the island of Guam before her family settled in the United States, where she later worked in business and community outreach.

Elected to Congress in 2020, she became one of the first Korean-American women to serve in the House. Her quotes often focus on hard work, respect across differences, small business and the opportunity of the American dream.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Young Kim and these famous quotes.

Who is Young Kim?

Young Kim is a Korean-American politician serving in the U.S. House of Representatives from California.

Where was Young Kim born?

She was born in Incheon, South Korea, and lived in Guam before moving to the United States.

When was Young Kim elected to Congress?

She was first elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in November 2020.

What is Young Kim's most famous quote?

A widely shared line is "We must be able to disagree without being disagreeable."