“Today, the House took two more critical steps forward in advancing our ‘Make It In America’ strategy – continuing our drive to create American jobs, and expand America’s manufacturing sector. In passing these bills, we reaffirm that when we make it in America, we create jobs, promote our competitiveness, and lead the world economy.”

Speaker Nancy Pelosi delivered remarks at the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s Capitol Hill Day at the “Opportunities For All -Pathways Out of Poverty Summit: A Discussion on Race, Politics, and Policy” this morning in the Capitol Visitor Center.

“Hispanic Heritage Month is a time to honor the achievements of Hispanic Americans in all facets of our national life – in politics and public service, in business and education, in music and the arts – and to celebrate the contributions of the Hispanic community to our history, heritage, and culture.”

“Celebrating history, heritage, and the American dream today means continuing our work to take America forward to prosperity, equality, and opportunity for all. We are not going back to the policies that left our economy in recession and left too many Hispanic Americans behind.”

“Members of Congress and the American people are grateful that Sarah Shourd will finally be able to return home, and we join her family and friends in celebrating her release.”

Speaker Nancy Pelosi and House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer held a brief press availability this evening before a Democratic Caucus meeting.

“While admitting to the importance of providing the middle class with tax cuts, House Republican Leader John Boehner is still championing tax cuts for millionaires and billionaires that will add $700 billion to the deficit.”

“Every year on September 11, our nation stops to remember the thousands who perished on that fateful morning nine years ago. This day provides us an opportunity to grieve and to reconnect to the spirit of unity Americans felt in the days after that horrendous terrorist attack.”

“The thoughts and prayers of the Bay Area and the nation go out to the victims of the natural gas explosion in San Bruno.”

“The Speaker has stated that she is here in Ottawa to listen and learn during her various meetings with stakeholders on energy and environment.”