“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to oppose this bill, so-called REINS Act, and to urge my colleagues to act now on behalf of jobs for America’s workers. Jobs are the lifeblood of our economic growth and that of the middle class, which is the backbone of our democracy.”

“On a bright morning 70 years ago, Americans confronted a brutal attack on our soil – costing our nation more than 2,400 lives, destroying ships and aircraft stationed at Pearl Harbor, thrusting our country into a world war. It was a moment of tragedy and loss, terror and grief; it brought us into a war against the forces of fascism and tyranny, on behalf of the cause of freedom worldwide.”

“Thirty-five years ago, five Hispanic Members of Congress united behind a uniquely American idea: to ‘form a more perfect union’ by putting the dream of opportunity in reach for every American. This idea reflected a vision of our country rooted in civil rights, driven by the promise of equality – our heritage and our hope.”

“Today’s announcement is a victory for the cause of human rights and equality. In acting to promote and preserve the safety and freedom of LGBT communities worldwide, President Obama reaffirmed a basic promise: no matter whom you love and where you live, the United States will stand strong for your fundamental human rights.”

“Republicans have another chance to decide whose side they’re on – all Americans or the one percent. The choice is clear: will Republicans join us to protect the economic security of the middle class, or will they continue to protect the interests of people making more than a million dollars a year?”

‘Today’s jobs report sends a clear message: we’ve made some progress but we have work to do.”

“Good afternoon. Last month, Mr. Hoyer, our distinguished Democratic Whip, Mr. Clyburn, who had to leave for the airport but who joined us in signing a letter to Speaker Boehner asking him to pass the President’s extension of Unemployment Insurance, extending the payroll tax cut for the middle class, and to pass legislation, an extension of SGR. These are three very important issues that economists tell us build the economy and, in terms of Unemployment Insurance, payroll tax, inject demand into the economy to create jobs.”

“Thank you very much Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, today across the globe people are marking World AIDS Day. It’s an opportunity to reflect on the progress we’ve made in the fight against HIV/AIDS, this pandemic, and to rededicate ourselves to ending the disease once and for all. World AIDS Day is an occasion to remember friends, family members, loved ones and millions of others lost to the disease.”

“Tonight, Senate Republicans laid their cards on the table – putting the interests of people who make more than a million dollars a year ahead of a serious tax cut for the middle class. Now, they want to stack the deck against working families with a plan to limit tax cuts for all Americans and small businesses, and toss hundreds of thousands of Americans out of work.”

“Sergeant at Arms Bill Livingood has served the House of Representatives, and indeed the nation, with distinction. His retirement marks the end of an era defined by Bill’s dedicated leadership, sound judgment, and laser-like focus on what is best for the institution, its Members, staff, and visitors.”