“Republicans are not fooling anyone. They voted to end Medicare and now they can’t take the heat. The only plan Americans want is called Medicare and we must strengthen it, not weaken it. What you’re hearing now is a lead balloon crashing to the ground.”

“All Members of Congress were elated to learn that Congresswoman Giffords was released from the hospital yesterday. Her continued progress is an answer to the prayers of millions of Americans. As Gabby continues to make strides, we will keep her, her husband Mark and their family, and her staff in our thoughts and prayers.”

“Thank you very much, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, it’s 6:00 across America, or at least in the Eastern time zone. Families across America are getting ready to sit down for dinner. At their kitchen table, many homes in our country, parents, moms are saying to their children, ‘Eat your vegetables, eat your dinner.'”

“Congressman Weiner has the love of his family, the confidence of his constituents, and the recognition that he needs help. I urge Congressman Weiner to seek that help without the pressures of being a Member of Congress.”

“How ironic. Today, Speaker Boehner will deliver a speech at a senior center to the Middletown Rotary Club to discuss the economy. Speaker Boehner and Republicans have lead the effort to end Medicare and have not brought one single jobs bill to the floor in the past 154 days. The House voted on jobs legislation nine times this Congress–all votes forced by Democrats – and Republicans have voted against every single one.”

“Dear Chairman Bonner and Ranking Member Sanchez: On June 6, 2011, Representative Anthony Weiner disclosed conduct which he described as inappropriate. An investigation by the Ethics Committee to determine whether the Rules of the House of Representatives have been violated is warranted.”

“On behalf of the entire House Democratic Caucus, I thank Congressman Dan Boren for his service in Congress, his unwavering commitment to his constituents, and his leadership on behalf of fiscal responsibility and the interests of rural Americans.”

“I am deeply disappointed and saddened about this situation; for Anthony’s wife, Huma, his family, his staff and his constituents. I am calling for an Ethics Committee investigation to determine whether any official resources were used or any other violation of House rules occurred.”

“On the 22nd Anniversary of the Tiananmen Square Massacre, we remember the Chinese students, workers, and citizens who peacefully assembled to call for the end of corruption, the acceleration of democratic reform, and a dialogue with China’s leaders.”

“This anniversary is a solemn occasion for those living with HIV/AIDS, for the families and friends of those who we have lost to this disease, for the Americans and people worldwide still struggling to find a cure. Since the first diagnosis 30 years ago, HIV/AIDS has taken our neighbors and loved ones, siblings and parents; it has struck our communities, and decimated towns and villages worldwide.”