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January 22, 2008
Today's emergency rate cut by the Federal Reserve Board indicates a commitment across all levels of government to revitalize the economy, restore confidence in the markets, and help Americans struggling with soaring bills for gasoline, groceries, housing and home heating.
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January 21, 2008
As we reflect on the contributions of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., we recommit ourselves to his ideal of equality, which was the lifework of Dr. King and is both our nation's heritage and our hope.
Dr.
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January 19, 2008
Congressman Barney Frank (MA-4), Chair of the House Financial Services Committee, delivered the Democratic Radio Address this morning.
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Pelosi: Democrats Welcome President's Willingness to Work with Congress on Economic Stimulus Package
January 18, 2008
Washington, D.C.--Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued the following statement today in response to the President's remarks at the White House this morning on the economy:
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January 17, 2008
Washington, D.C. -- Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued the following statement after a conference call this afternoon involving President Bush, Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson, and the bipartisan, bicameral congressional leadership:
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January 17, 2008
Today the House passed H.R. 3524, HOPE VI Improvement and Reauthorization Act, by a vote of 271-130. HOPE VI is a valuable program which revitalizes severely distressed and obsolete public housing projects.
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January 17, 2008
From the Judiciary Committee:
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January 17, 2008
The Select Committee on Energy Independence and Global Warming is currently holding a hearing, "On Thin Ice: The Future of the Polar Bear." Yesterday the Committee issued a statement, "Markey Threate
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January 17, 2008
The Budget Committee is currently holding a hearing, "The Near-Term Outlook for the U.S. Economy." Ben Bernanke, Chairman of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, will testify.