Shea-Porter, Kuster Sworn In

Congresswomen Carol Shea-Porter and Ann McLane Kuster were sworn in Thursday in Washington, D.C. 

The Democrats are now part of the first all-female federal delegation in U.S. history. They join Republican Sen. Kelly Ayotte and Democratic Sen. Jeanne Shaheen.

Shea-Porter, of Rochester, defeated Republican Frank Guinta in the November election. Kuster, of Hopkinton, defeated Republican Charlie Bass.

New Hampshire Democratic Party Chair Ray Buckley released the following statement Thursday:

"Congresswoman Shea-Porter, of course, is returning to the body in which she served two terms. During that time she was a tireless fighter for veterans, a strong proponent of health care reform, and a fierce advocate of the middle class. More than anything else, Congresswoman Shea-Porter has always put the citizens of her district first, never caving to special interests or outside influences."

"As an adoption attorney and advocate for nonprofits, Ann McLane Kuster has always stood up for the disadvantaged and underprivileged. When she gets to Washington she will use that lifetime of experience to fight for education, health care, and middle class families. I know that with Congresswoman Kuster representing them, the people of District Two, and indeed all of the citizens of New Hampshire will be in good hands."