Speeches

“To accomplish the shared goal of ‘Strong States, Strong Nation,’ our nation’s states and the federal government must engage in meaningful dialogue. Today, we have an opportunity to ensure that our partnership is strong, flexible, and open.”

“Today, we mark a solemn anniversary for our nation, for the people of the Republic of Korea, and for the world. And we honor those who fought with bravery and valor in the Korean War.”

“Today with the passage of this legislation and when it goes to the President’s desk to be signed, we give the President new tools to: impose sanctions against companies that sell Iran technology, services, know-how, and materials for its energy and petroleum sector; and we offer foreign banks a choice – they can deal with institutions that support weapons of mass destruction and terrorist activities, or they can do business with the United States.”

“History books up until now had not reported their story, nor described the pivotal role they played in erecting the Capitol. That the tale will be written forever into these walls, etched into this structure, and spoken from this marble chamber. Today, it is enshrined in these plaques, which state: ‘This original exterior wall was constructed between 1793 and 1800 of sandstone, quarried by enslaved African Americans, who were an important part of the labor force that built the United States Capitol.'”

“I come here tonight to pay tribute to NAWBO’s 35 years of propelling women business owners toward success. Your efforts are essential to our economy, and indeed our entire nation. By 2018, women small business owners will create more than 5 million new jobs. In Congress, we must help give you the tools you need to succeed.”

Speaker Nancy Pelosi hosted a roundtable discussion at the Jewish Vocational Service (JVS) of San Francisco this morning. JVS is a non-profit organization that administers workforce job training programs in San Francisco.

“America has always been the land of opportunity. This has been the source of our greatness as a nation. Opportunity has been the promise for those who come to our shores; opportunity has been the responsibility from one generation to the next.”

“Herb is retiring today after serving this institution much longer than probably most Members of Congress. Indeed, he has served under seven Speakers of the House, and generations of Members have depended upon him.”

“Mr. Speaker, it is our responsibility here, almost an ethical one really, to create jobs for the American people. Equally important is to reduce the deficit. So any of the pieces of legislation that we bring to the floor must strive to do both, to strike that balance. I congratulate the chairman on this important legislation because it does both–creates jobs and helps to reduce the deficit.”

“Today, by repealing the discriminatory Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell policy, we also honor the service and sacrifice of all who dedicate their lives to protecting the American people. We honor the values of our nation and we close the door on a fundamental unfairness.”