Press Releases

“All Members of Congress join our nation in prayer for those coping with the devastation caused by storms that moved across the South last night.”

peaker Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today on Congressional testimony by the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Admiral Michael Mullen, on the proposed fiscal year 2009 defense budget.

“As this new year, the Year of the Rat, commences, I would like to salute the leaders and pioneers that have brought to our attention the history and contributions of Asian American and Pacific Islanders in the United States.”

“I remain hopeful that the Senate will send the House a stimulus bill this week that is timely, targeted and temporary so that we can complete action and deliver it to the President at the earliest date.”

“Democrats will continue to hold the line on earmarks in the House and require unprecedented disclosure from Members in both parties who seek earmarks, as well as from the Administration.”

“The American people expect our nation’s budget to chart a course that reflects their values and aspirations, makes critical investments in our future and is fiscally responsible. The President’s budget fails to meet those standards.”

“Today’s dismal jobs report shows that employers cut payrolls by 17,000 in January — the first time in nearly five years our economy experienced a net loss of jobs.”

“Today, on the first day of Black History Month, we urge all Americans to learn more about the historic achievements of courageous African Americans who broke social and economic barriers to bring our nation closer to the common goal of creating a stronger and more united America.”

“The President is proposing to once again slash health care coverage for seniors and low-income working Americans. The President’s cuts are exactly the wrong medicine when the cost of health care and the number of uninsured continue to rise and families are feeling economically insecure.”

“The millions of American seniors who rely on Social Security and Medicare, and the millions more who will benefit, might not know his name, but they have Robert Ball to thank for helping ensure their health and income security in retirement.”