“Tonight, President Obama once again stated with great clarity his commitment to grow our economy and create jobs. Now, Congress must act with great urgency. President Obama offered a clear path to help small businesses succeed and hire, provide tax relief for our workers, rebuild America, and provide aid to those who have lost their jobs through no fault of their own. It will put Americans back to work and it will be paid for.”

“Dear Colleague:  When President Obama speaks to a Joint Session of Congress tonight, he will present a plan for jobs and economic growth.  We all look forward to the President’s proposals and share a sense of the urgency that Congress act quickly and on a bipartisan basis to support the creation of jobs.”

“’Over the past year, Lori’s hard work and talent have been invaluable on my staff, and I am proud that she will serve as Deputy Director of Floor Operations,’ Pelosi said. ‘In this new position, she will continue to work with members of the Blue Dog Coalition, New Democrat Coalition, and the entire Democratic Caucus to create jobs, grow our economy and responsibly reduce the deficit.’”

“The Republicans’ refusal to respond to the President’s proposal on jobs is not only disrespectful to him, but to the American people. In nearly 250 days of being in the Majority, House Republicans have not passed a single piece of legislation to create jobs. The Republican silence on Thursday evening will speak volumes about their lack of commitment to creating jobs.”

“Leader Pelosi. ‘You’re back! Welcome. Well, a day early, but none too soon to get back to work for this Congress. And once again, Democrats are calling upon this Congress to get to work to put the American people back to work.

In the month of August, we had a very extended opportunity to listen to our constituents. Obviously, their top priority is job creation and economic growth, protecting Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security, and to, again, strengthen the middle class.'”

“On Labor Day, we honor our nation’s workers – the building blocks of our middle class and the backbone of America’s economic strength. We recommit ourselves to the causes of good wages, and safety and fair treatment in the workplace. And we remain focused on addressing the top priority of working families and all Americans: job creation.”

“Our nation’s top priority remains jobs, and today’s report reiterates what we’ve heard time and again from the American people: we must get to work putting people back to work. Republicans created uncertainty and instability for our economy with the threat of a default and a government shutdown – and Americans are paying the price. We cannot afford another 241 days of Republican refusal to pass jobs legislation. The only plans offered by Republicans have not only failed to create jobs – they actually have destroyed them.”

“Today’s announcement reflects some of the key goals of the Affordable Care Act: more transparency for consumers, greater accountability for the insurance industry, and lower health costs for families and businesses.”

“When Congress worked with you to pass the omnibus veterans benefits bill last year – to provide support to veterans and caregivers – the American Legion said it ‘offers bold solutions to major challenges facing service members, veterans, and their families.'”

“President Obama made a clear, strong statement today about America’s top priorities: creating jobs and strengthening our economy. And with an address before a Joint Session of Congress next week, the President will give renewed urgency to the jobs crisis facing our nation.”