Pelosi: Democrats Welcome President’s Willingness to Work with Congress on Economic Stimulus Package
“We have agreed on the need to provide assistance immediately, and Congress will continue to work with the Administration to stimulate the economy in a way that is timely, targeted, and temporary.”
Pelosi Statement on Conference Call With President Bush This Afternoon
“The acknowledgement by the President today of the immediate need for a stimulus package is significant progress.”
Pelosi Statement Following Bipartisan Meeting on Economic Stimulus
“Bipartisan discussions regarding this stimulus package will continue and hope these conversations will bring us closer to passing a plan that is timely, targeted, and temporary.”
Pelosi Statement on Largest Increase in Veterans’ Health Care in History
“Today, America’s veterans will finally receive the resources and benefits that they have earned and that they deserve.”
Pelosi: We Are Confident We Can Work Together in a Bipartisan Way to Pass an Economic Stimulus
Speaker Nancy Pelosi and the Democratic leadership held a news conference following the Democratic Caucus meeting this afternoon.
Pelosi Statement on Bhutto Resolution
“She possessed a remarkable optimism about the future, a belief in the power of dialogue, and a strong commitment to democracy. She was an advocate for reconciliation, between Islamic and non-Islamic societies, and outlined how that goal could be achieved. She not only had a vision, she had a plan on how it would be done. The strength of her message and hope has underscored how much we lost in her tragic death.”
Pelosi: Remarks On Economic Stimulus Package After Meeting With Bipartisan House Leadership
Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Minority Leader John Boehner held a press availability this afternoon with other members of the House leadership following their meeting to discuss a bipartisan response to current economic conditions.
Pelosi: LIHEAP Funding to Help Seniors and Working
“The Administration is to be commended for responding to calls from Congress to release emergency energy assistance that will help seniors and working families keep their homes warm this winter.”
Pelosi Commemorates Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority’s 100th Anniversary
“As we mark Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority’s historic centennial celebration, we should also take a moment to reflect on the many contributions Black Greek letter organizations have made to the African-American community’s economic, cultural, spiritual, and political fabric, and to our nation as a whole.”
Kansas Governor Sebelius to Deliver Democratic Address on State of the Union; Texas State Senator Van de Putte to Deliver Spanish Language Address
Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid announced today that Governor Kathleen Sebelius of Kansas will deliver the Democratic Address on the State of the Union following the President’s speech to Congress on Monday, January 28.
