Speeches

“U.S. Presidents, Members of Congress, and the American people continue to be inspired by His Holiness’s message of peace, non-violence, human rights, and religious understanding. And we can all learn from him…”

“As we move forward in our initiatives to ‘Green the Capitol,’ we are announcing today that the Congressional Record will be printed on 100 percent recycled paper…”

“But all roads lead back to education. Education is the key. It is the key…”

“The Congressional Black Caucus – and this foundation – were founded on a simple premise: that equality and opportunity are the birthright of every American…”

“Essential to the CBC’s efforts on behalf of all Americans is your ‘Opportunities for All – Pathways Out of Poverty’ agenda. As we strengthen our economy for all Americans, we must pay particular attention to those who have been facing long-term economic hardship…”

“The thoughts and prayers of this entire Congress and the people we represent — the American people — are with the people of Georgia today, and in the days ahead as we work with them to ensure they have all that they need…”

“The confirmation of Justice Sonia Sotomayor to serve in our nation’s highest court realizes the ideals upon which the CHC was founded, and fulfills the hopes of millions of Americans…”

“Eli and Edy Broad are people with vision and are agents of action. They know well the three most important issues facing our country in the United States and the Congress are our children, our children, our children. Their education is essential to their success…”

“For our children, we also want prevention; we want healthier children. We want a healthy America, not just health care and health insurance, but good health that comes through prevention and bringing it right to where the children are…”

“Expanding access to higher education is essential to building America’s way out of recession and keeping our nation competitive…”