Following the news of Louise Slaughter's death, women discussed her legacy in the community.

“She made everybody believe that if you are a breathing human being, no matter where you come from, who you love, what color you are, you were important,” said Rochester Chapter's National Organization for Women President, Jaclyn Richard.

Slaughter continuously worked on behalf of women's rights. The Congressman played a role in restoring the history of Susan B. Anthony in Rochester and making sure there was a trail to celebrate women's history in Western New York.

“Louise was the kind of person who was always looking to support the underdog and figure out the ways that the government could be fair, and just safer for everyone who needed government to work on their behalf,” said Deborah Hughes of the Susan B. Anthony House.

Louise Slaughter served in Congress for 16 terms during her 30-year political career. Slaughter was the first chairwoman of the House Rules Committee and is being remembered as a trailblazer.

“Because of her, we were able to have women elected to be county executive, a woman elected to be mayor, and women elected to city council," said Rochester Mayor Lovely Warren. "We are definitely saddened by her passing.”

A wreath of purple violets was placed outside the Susan B. Anthony house in memory of the long-time public servant. The National Organization for Women in Rochester hope to hold a vigil for Louise Slaughter in the near future.