Press Releases

“Israel today stands as the realization of a basic idea – as President Obama said in Jerusalem last month, ‘the idea that people deserve to be free in a land of their own.’ Every day, Israel makes that idea come to life, maintaining the establishment of the Jewish state as one of the greatest achievements of the 20th century. Together, we will pray for the freedom and peace of Israel’s families, and we will look forward to many more Israeli Independence Days in the years to come.”

“Members of Congress stand ready to assist our partners in Boston and Massachusetts as they respond to this unspeakable tragedy. The entire nation will stand as a source of support and comfort to this community in the days to come.”

"Congressman Wilson served with dignity and dedication, with commitment and conviction, with an unyielding faith in the future of our country. It was an honor to serve with him as a colleague; it was a privilege to call him a friend. I hope it is a comfort to his four sons, his nine grandchildren, and the entire Wilson family that so many share in their grief at this sad time."

“Every moment we spend in Washington should be spent working to improve the lives and opportunities for the American people. So far, Republicans have failed to live up to this most basic responsibility. It is time for all of us to work together so the next 100 days are dedicated to moving our country forward.”

"House Republicans shouldn't waste time trying to gut the NLRB; they should work with Democrats to strengthen it and to support our middle class. In the next 100 days and beyond, Republicans must abandon their ideological agenda and join Democrats to create jobs, grow our economy, and preserve the values of fairness and equal opportunity for all Americans."

“Americans deserve a fair, honest debate on the most effective ways to protect and defend our communities. The Senate voted to open that debate today and Senate leaders pledged to bring up votes on these measures, along with bans on assault weapons and large-capacity assault magazines. House Republicans should listen to the American people and work with Democrats to enact meaningful gun violence prevention legislation without further delay.”

“’Equal pay for equal work’ is not just a slogan; it is the foundation for the health, growth, and prosperity of our families and our economy. When a woman is paid fairly, our whole nation prospers. Let’s work together to pass the Paycheck Fairness Act now.”

"...I believe for the first 100 days the Republicans deserve an F. F for failing America's families. No jobs, obstruction, manufactured crises. Consider the Republican report card: no jobs. The Democratic budget begins with an initiative on growth with jobs. Obstruction..."