Press Releases

"'Millions of NASCAR fans, and indeed sports fans across the country, mourn the passing of Bill France Jr., whose vision and leadership turned the regional sport of NASCAR into the most popular racing series in the country."

"'The charges in the indictment against Congressman Jefferson are extremely serious. While Mr. Jefferson, just as any other citizen, must be considered innocent until proven guilty, if these charges are proven true, they constitute an egregious and unacceptable abuse of public trust and power."

"'Today we pay tribute to the brave souls of Tiananmen Square, who 18 years ago defied the powers of their day to demand the liberties and freedom to which all people everywhere are entitled."

"'But today's announcement fails to respond to the severity of the crisis that most of the rest of the world has long since recognized. Instead of fresh thinking, the President today just rehashed the same stale proposals he has repeatedly put forward to the international community. Technology transfers and voluntary emissions targets are not enough to reverse global warming."

"'The purpose of our visit was to see firsthand the adverse environmental and economic impacts of global warming and to meet with foreign leaders who are taking action to address one of the greatest challenges of our time. The science is undeniable - as is the urgency with which we must act."

"'The decision by Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez not to renew the license of Radio Caracas Television in order to silence criticism is exactly the kind of action that raises concern about his leadership. President Chavez should know that efforts to suppress the media will not only ultimately fail, but are also a detriment to one of the pillars democracy: freedom of expression. He should reconsider this ill-advised decision."

"In a letter last week to Parliament President Nabih Berri, Pelosi and Lantos charged him with 'thwarting the democratic will of the Lebanese people as well as the will of the international community.'"

"'With the death of Congressman Parren Mitchell, our nation has lost one of its most fierce champions for justice and equality. Baltimore has lost one of its favorite sons."