Press Releases
Press Release
April 17, 2014
“It is cause for celebration that we honor Florence today. But, I know that she takes greater joy, more joy, in knowing what this means to the community – to the children in the community, to the aspirations of the community. It’s so very, very important to have this open space be productive, be a source again of renewal in the spirit of our season."
Press Release
April 17, 2014
“A dedicated, caring husband, father, and grandfather, Basil Paterson’s memory will forever remain a blessing for all who knew him, loved him, and worked with him. We only hope it is a comfort to wife Portia, his sons David and Daniel, his grandchildren and his entire family that so many share in their grief at this sad time.”
Press Release
April 17, 2014
“It is unconscionable that the House has not acted to renew emergency unemployment insurance,” wrote Leader Pelosi. “Never before has Congress allowed emergency unemployment insurance to expire while long-term unemployment rates have remained so high.”
Press Release
April 17, 2014
“Yet even as the Affordable Care Act keeps working to deliver health security to the American people, Republicans are working to destroy this law, and the personal and economic freedom it is providing to millions of students, seniors, entrepreneurs and families. Enough is enough. It is time for Republicans to seek treatment for their obsession with repealing the Affordable Care Act, and join Democrats to strengthen and improve its historic protections.”
Press Release
April 16, 2014
“Yet within that same year, House Republicans have done nothing but offer excuses for their failure to act. Instead of allowing a vote on the bipartisan comprehensive immigration our nation wants and needs, House Republicans break promises, abandon their principles, and vote to deport bright young DREAMers from the only country they have ever known."
Press Release
April 16, 2014
San Francisco – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi will deliver commencement addresses this year at UC Berkeley and Bard College.
Press Release
April 16, 2014
“In response to the President’s renewed call for action on comprehensive immigration reform, Congressman Cantor once again offered only excuses for inaction. With 30 House Republicans on the record in support of comprehensive reform, Rep. Cantor’s ridiculous statement this evening confirms that the Republican leadership continues to stand in the way of legislation that would pass the House immediately if allowed to come to the floor."
Press Release
April 15, 2014
“Today, in Boston and across the country, we stand united – sharing in prayers for the continued recovery of the victims and their families, and for a future free from fear. We will continue to work to those ends, and ensure that our efforts honor the perseverance and resilience of a city that is truly Boston Strong.”
Press Release
April 14, 2014
“As Jewish families across the country and around the world prepare to gather for Passover to celebrate the blessings of freedom, let us rededicate ourselves to preserving and protecting the freedom of all Americans to worship, to practice their faith, and to live without fear of hate, prejudice and violence. Let us ensure that acts of bigotry never go unanswered. Let us defend the safety of every neighborhood and the security of every family, regardless of religion or background.”
Press Release
April 14, 2014
“Evidence continues to mount that the Affordable Care Act is building a healthier and stronger future for our nation, improving the quality of care and holding down cost growth for millions of American families. Yet despite the savings the Affordable Care Act is realizing for middle-class families and for our nation, Republicans continue their desperate fixation with its repeal. It is long past time for Republicans to abandon their ceaseless assaults on the health coverage of millions of Americans, and join Democrats to ensure that in the United States of America, health care will be a right, not a privilege.”