Press Releases

"One year ago, with the official end of ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell,’ our nation finally closed the door on a fundamental unfairness for the gay and lesbian community and reaffirmed the American ideal of equality for all."

"Sadly, Governor Romney's comments mirror his distorted thinking about America, especially at a time when we must be working to unite our nation, not divide it. It is a reflection of the privilege to which he thinks he is entitled and an insult to those who are working to achieve the American Dream."

"This fall, Americans are being asked whether we are better off today than we were four years ago. As we recall the events of September 18, 2008, there can only be one honest answer: fundamentally and unquestionably yes."

"President Obama is to be commended for taking strong action to level the playing field for American manufacturers and workers as they compete against unfair Chinese government trade practices."

"The final return home of the late Ambassador Chris Stevens, Sean Smith, Glen Doherty, and Tyrone Woods is met with great sadness and deep prayers from all Members of Congress."

"During Hispanic Heritage month, we celebrate the dynamic and lasting contributions of the Latino community to our nation. We take pride that Hispanic Americans are serving with great patriotism in our Armed Forces and devoting their lives to public service."

All Members of Congress stand united in condemning [the Benghazi] brazen, brazen attack, and we stand united condemning it in the strongest possible terms.

"For Jewish families worldwide, Rosh Hashanah is a time of prayer and introspection, renewal and repentance, reflection on the year that’s past and hope for the year to come."