Press Releases
Press Release
October 6, 2014
“Today’s action by the Supreme Court to decline challenges to marriage equality victories in Indiana, Oklahoma, Utah, Virginia and Wisconsin represents progress for all Americans. As we celebrate the cascade of decisions in favor of marriage equality, we must renew our determination to sweep discriminatory laws into the dustbin of history."
Press Release
October 3, 2014
“September’s jobs report represents another strong step in the right direction, continuing the longest uninterrupted streak of private sector job creation in our nation’s history: 55 months with more than 10 million new jobs."
Press Release
October 2, 2014
Today, October 1, 2014, marks one year since the government shut down. On that day, the Republicans chose to inflict damage to the economy. For 16 days they kept the government shut down.
Press Release
October 1, 2014
“Freedom from fear and abuse is a basic human right. Yet it is estimated that one in every four women will experience domestic violence in her lifetime. Millions of women will confront these violent acts this year. Domestic violence terrorizes women, children, and men in homes across America – and we must not allow it to continue."
Press Release
September 30, 2014
“Thank you very much, Mr. Speaker. It’s an honor to join you in welcoming Prime Minister Modi to the Capitol of the United States – to the center of the oldest democracy in the world, the leader of the largest democracy in the world."
Press Release
September 30, 2014
“Nothing is more fundamental to our democracy or more essential to our future than ensuring the voices of all Americans are heard in our elections. Early voting is an indispensable resource for many citizens – especially people facing disadvantages – who may be unable to make it to the polls on Election Tuesday."
Press Release
September 28, 2014
"Speaker Boehner's excuse-laden defense of House Republicans' record is laughable. The truth is that Speaker Boehner has presided over the two most unproductive sessions of Congress in history and intense internal party dysfunction that has driven Americans' disapproval of Congress to record lows."
Press Release
September 25, 2014
“As Attorney General, Eric Holder has been a dedicated stalwart for civil rights, protecting our homeland and pursuing justice."
Press Release
September 24, 2014
“Rosh Hashanah, this moment of repentance and introspection, is an opportunity for Jewish families around the world to celebrate a new year and to once again renew the call to repair the world, cherish justice, and seek peace."
Press Release
September 23, 2014
“I commend the President for his strong leadership in building the broad coalition that joined U.S. forces in airstrikes on ISIS targets in Syria last night."