Bipartisan Unity: The Unveiling of the “From Mother’s Milk We Come” Statue in the Senate Celebrates Motherhood and Promotes Gender Equality

This afternoon, in the Senate, a bronze statue titled “From mother’s milk we come” was unveiled. Created by artist Vera Omodeo, the statue depicts a woman breastfeeding a newborn and received bipartisan applause at the ceremony led by Ignazio La Russa. The President of the Senate described it as a tribute to all women, highlighting the message of peace and vulnerability conveyed by the artwork.

The statue will temporarily reside inside Palazzo Madama after facing controversy in Milan, where it was rejected for placement in Piazza Duse by the municipal commission. La Russa explained that all group leaders and vice-presidents of the Senate agreed to showcase the artwork in honor of Mother’s Day. He emphasized the importance of recognizing and supporting both biological and non-biological mothers as well as celebrating the memory of mothers that all individuals share.

Senators from different political parties gathered for this momentous occasion, united around the message of freedom of choice and support for motherhood and families. Democrats, Fratelli d’Italia, and the League all expressed their need for policies that empower parents and promote birth rates while also recognizing and supporting women’s talents and choices. The presence of a female statue in the Senate was seen as a positive sign towards gender equality and empowerment.

Overall, this unveiling brought together senators from various backgrounds to celebrate motherhood while emphasizing the importance of supporting women’s roles as mothers or not. The artwork symbolized freedom of choice while highlighting policies that could benefit families through empowering parents to make informed decisions about their lives. It was an event that brought bipartisan unity in celebrating motherhood, promoting gender equality while acknowledging shared experiences among mothers across different backgrounds and beliefs.