Pelosi Statement Congratulating Congressman-elect Mark Critz

Washington, D.C. -- Speaker Nancy Pelosi released the following statement congratulating Congressman-elect Mark Critz on his victory tonight in Pennsylvania's 12th Congressional District:

'Congratulations to Congressman-elect Mark Critz on a great victory tonight -- for the people of Pennsylvania's 12th district and for the American people.

'Mark Critz comes to Congress with a laser-like focus on ensuring economic opportunities and creating jobs for the people of Western Pennsylvania.  He has a vast amount of experience working behind the scenes on behalf of this district; he will now lead the way for prosperity for his constituents.  And Critz will continue the leadership of his predecessor, Congressman Jack Murtha, on behalf of our brave men and women in uniform and our veterans.

'I look forward to welcoming Congressman-elect Mark Critz to Congress and to working with him to address the challenges facing Pennsylvanians and all Americans.'