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Pelosi: ‘Democrats Want to Work in a Bipartisan Way with the President to Stimulate the Economy’
“The economy needs a new direction that empowers the middle class and those affected by the economic slowdown.”
Pelosi Names Jaime Lizárraga New Director of Member Services
“Jaime’s wealth of talent and knowledge are a perfect match for the challenges ahead,’ Pelosi said. ‘As Director of Member Services, he will be an enormous resource for my office and all Members of the Caucus.”
Pelosi Statement on Disappointing Jobs Report
“As President Bush scrambles to respond with more of the same policies, American workers are losing their homes, seeing their incomes fall and their jobs shipped overseas, and are struggling with skyrocketing energy and health care costs.”
Pelosi: Bush Administration to Deny Health Coverage to Millions of Americans
“After twice vetoing bipartisan legislation to give 10 million children health insurance, the President has begun the new year by opposing health care for adults who are in need. The President is unlawfully restricting the ability of states to expand eligibility for Medicaid and denying millions of Americans health coverage.”
Pelosi Statement on Oil Prices Topping $100 a Barrel
“For the first time, the price of oil has risen to more than $100 a barrel – almost four times the price when President Bush took office.”
Pelosi Statement on California’s Lawsuit Against the EPA
“California Attorney General Jerry Brown has once again taken the lead in efforts to safeguard the environment and the health of our state’s residents.”
Pelosi Statement on Chairman Tom Lantos’ Decision Not to Seek Re-Election
“It is with great personal sadness and deep appreciation for his outstanding leadership that I learned of Chairman Lantos’ illness. His experience, intelligence, and compassion will be deeply missed.”
Pelosi: Bush Administration Must Address Troubling Questions Before Additional Aid Is Sent to Pakistan
“The 9/11 Commission recommendations, which were signed into law this year, condition U.S. assistance to Pakistan on Pakistani cooperation with global efforts against terrorism.”
Pelosi and Reid Condemn Bush Plan to Veto of Defense Authorization Bill
“Despite the Administration’s earlier support for the Department of Defense authorization bill, it appears that President Bush plans to veto this legislation, which is crucial to our armed forces and their families.”
Pelosi Statement on Assassination of Benazir Bhutto
“The brutal assassination of former Pakistani Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto is a tragic setback for the restoration of democracy in Pakistan. Her courageous return to Pakistan this year gave hope to all those concerned by efforts to extinguish rule of law there.”