Press Releases

“Republicans have made their point, now we have to end it. They must abandon this dangerous path to create a Republican Government Shutdown and work with Democrats on a responsible plan to keep the government working for the American people, responsibly reduce the deficit, and create economic prosperity and jobs for all middle class families.”

"...So much is already in effect, but so much more will happen January 1st and people can begin enrolling on October 1st. That's transformational. [It’s] about life, a healthier life, liberty, freedom, the liberty to pursue your happiness, whether you want to be a photographer, a writer, start your business, be self-employed, [and] change jobs. You're not job locked..."

"But this President, this is a president who has been so bipartisan and that is a quality that the American people like. But even he has reached the end of the line when it comes to, Mr. Clyburn’s words, 'the shenanigans' that the other side is putting up. Again, what they’re proposing is unworthy of the task before us and the responsibility of that we have."

“Thank you Oracle Team USA, for putting your hearts, your souls, your everything, and your all into the 34th America’s Cup. You have earned your place in history."

“As we approach open enrollment season, we cannot allow partisan misrepresentations to distract from the fact that the Affordable Care Act is transforming millions of lives for the better. It’s time for Republicans and Democrats to work with local businesses and families to make the law’s implementation a success. Through our efforts, Americans will continue to benefit from patient protections, expanded choices, and the affordable care that they deserve.”

“As Health Insurance Marketplaces come online, we must act to ensure that the protections of the law strengthen all the health and health care of all Americans – and that partisan distractions are not allowed to undermine the health and economic security of the American people.”

"Congress will soon be faced with the question of whether we raise the debt ceiling to ensure America pays its bills for expenses already incurred or whether we plunge the country into default for the first time in our history."

“In California, we know that higher pay for workers is good for businesses, good for jobs, and good for our economic growth. As a nation, we must honor the industry, dedication, and productivity of our working families by coming together, across party lines, to increase the minimum wage and offer a greater sense of security to millions of Americans.”