“As the price of oil surges toward an historic high of $100 a barrel – almost four times the price when President Bush took office – the 110th Congress is committed to a New Direction for our nation on energy security.”

“We are striving to restore the American Dream, to make our economy stronger and fairer.”

“Congress overwhelmingly overturned President Bush’s ill-advised veto of the Water Resources Development Act and reaffirmed our commitment to protect Americans from natural disasters such as floods and hurricanes. This long overdue legislation will allow for critical investments to protect communities from flooding by building and repairing floodwalls and levees, as well as restoring wetlands that absorb floodwaters.”

“Today’s report by the Bush Administration on the safety of children’s toys, food, and medicines falls far short of the action needed to ensure our children are safe.”

“No statistic can capture the pain and loss endured by the families of the fallen in Iraq, particularly the children of parents who will not be returning home.”

“For too long, President Musharraf failed to confront effectively his growing unpopularity. The Bush Administration enabled Musharraf’s delusion by ignoring his undemocratic acts and lack of internal support in exchange for his assistance in efforts against terrorism.”

In a Washington Examiner op-ed, Speaker Pelosi said: “We strive to find common ground where we can. Where we cannot, we will stand our ground. With faith in the future, the new direction Congress will continue making progress for America. With faith in God, I know we will succeed.”

“By vetoing the Water Resources Development Act, President Bush is attempting to prohibit much-needed investments in our water infrastructure, at a time when many regions in our country face serious threats from natural disasters caused by flooding, storm surge, and hurricanes.”

Speaker Nancy Pelosi, House Democratic leaders and other House Members held an event on the steps of the Capitol this morning with a number of Americans to mark the one-year anniversary of a New Direction Congress and how it has directly affected the lives of everyday Americans.

Speaker Nancy Pelosi spoke on the floor this afternoon expressing her support to reauthorize Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA) programs for workers, firms, and farmers for five years.