Two years ago, the Supreme Court opened the floodgates to uninhibited special interest spending in our campaigns and in our politics.
The latest jobs report report is a step in the right direction but we still have work to do. It’s time for House Republicans to join Democrats and get back on the job putting people to work.
January 5th marked one year since Republicans took control of the House--the GOP House marked the occasion by staying out of session while Americans are out of work.
President Obama promised to end the war in Iraq responsibly: promise made, promise kept.
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Congressional Democrats are committed to reigniting the American dream by rebuilding the pillars of America that have made our economy strong: small businesses, entrepreneurs, and a thriving middle class. And while House Republicans—who have been in the Majority for over … Continue reading →
January 26, 2012
Last night, President Obama presented a vision of an economy that’s built to last, that ensures a strong middle class, that promotes fairness for working families, and that reignites the American dream. And while Americans support the President’s proposals… From … Continue reading →
As House Republicans continue to prioritize ending the Medicare guarantee over advancing a jobs agenda, it’s no wonder that “Americans are losing faith in congressional Republicans” according to the latest United Technologies/National Journal Congressional Connection Poll. By a 12-point margin … Continue reading →
Last year, House Republicans voted to increase costs for our seniors and end the Medicare guarantee. The American people spoke out loud and clear against this dangerous plan, but the GOP hasn’t given up on their quest: ABC News – … Continue reading →
January 23, 2012
“Congressman Miller’s leadership and friendship will be missed by his fellow House Democrats and by colleagues on both sides of the aisle. We wish him and his family well in their future endeavors.”
“Congresswoman Giffords’ message of bipartisanship and civility is one that all in Washington and in the nation should honor and emulate. As Gabby said in her video, which moved us all so much this weekend, ‘We can do so much more by working together.’"
“The pillars of President Obama’s agenda are consistent with the American values of fairness, opportunity, and responsibility, and reflect the commitment of House Democrats to our ‘Make It In America’ initiative, to rebuilding America, to strengthening our communities, to securing our energy future, and to providing students and workers the skills to succeed."
“As Lunar New Year celebrations light up San Francisco’s Chinatown, and festivities inclusive of Chinese, Vietnamese, Korean and Tibetan families welcome this new start, I feel particular pride to represent one of the largest, strongest, and most vibrant AAPI communities in the country in Congress. From Lunar New Year to Losar and other celebrations, San Franciscans take shared pride in our diversity."