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Pelosi Statement on Bush Administration Plans to Keep Pre-Surge Level of U.S. Troops in Iraq
February 11, 2008
"The American people want a New Direction in Iraq."
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Chairman Charles Rangel Delivers Democratic Radio Address
February 9, 2008
Congressman Charles Rangel (NY-15), Chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee, delivered the Democratic Radio Address this morning. In his address, Chairman Rangel discussed the bipartisan economic stimulus package passed by the House and Senate that will help hard-working Americans who are struggling during the economic slowdown. Chairman Rangel explains, "while this package may be a good first step, it seems to me after recovery -- and we will recover -- that we have to really take a look to see what caused us to get to this situation and how we can get out."

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Washington Post Capitol Briefing Blog: Player of the Week - Nancy Pelosi
February 8, 2008
"So, without further ado, the first-ever Player of the Week award goes to ... (Capitol Briefing fumbles to open the envelope) ... Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.), for her work on the just-completed economic stimulus package."
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USA Today: Congress fast-tracks taxpayers' rebates; $168 billion stimulus plan sails to approval
February 8, 2008
"More than 130 million households will get tax rebate checks this spring and summer as part of a plan given final approval by Congress on Thursday in an effort to boost the flagging economy."
Press Release
Pelosi: Economic Stimulus Will Inject Demand Into the Economy and Create Jobs
February 8, 2008
"It's quite an evening when we can come together in a bipartisan way for legislation that helps the middle class, helps those who aspire to the middle class, and gives incentives to businesses to create jobs to stimulate our economy."
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Pelosi: Economic Stimulus Will Inject Demand Into the Economy and Create Jobs
February 8, 2008
"It's quite an evening when we can come together in a bipartisan way for legislation that helps the middle class, helps those who aspire to the middle class, and gives incentives to businesses to create jobs to stimulate our economy."
Blog Post
Foreign Affairs Hearing on Declaration of Principles
February 8, 2008
Blog Post
House Sends Stimulus Package to President Bush
February 7, 2008
The House has just voted 380-34 to adopt the Senate Amendments to the bipartisan economic stimulus legislation (H.R. 5140) and sent it to the White House. The package will help hardworking Americans who are struggling with the high costs of gas, health care and groceries, and to jumpstart our slowing economy and create jobs here at home. It will:

" Put hundreds of dollars into the hands of more than 130 million American families including seniors and disabled veterans -- who will spend it immediately to reinvigorate the economy;

" Build on the child tax credit by offering a one-time rebate of $300 per child;

" Expand financing opportunities for Americans in danger of losing their homes because of the mortgage crisis;

" Promote small business investment in plants and equipment; and

Blog Post
House Passes College Opportunity and Affordability Act
February 7, 2008
The House has passed the College Opportunity and Affordability Act by a vote of 354-58, which will continue this Congress' effort to make college more affordable and accessible. This bill would reform our higher education system so that it operates in the best interests of students and families, while boosting our competitiveness and strengthening our future.
Blog Post
On Congresswoman Darlene Hooley's Decision Not to Seek Re-Election
February 7, 2008
Darlene Hooley has served the people of Oregon with great distinction and will be missed by all of us in Congress.

Congresswoman Hooley first came to politics as a mother motivated to effect change for children. Over her three decades of public service, she has always maintained that perspective, knowing it is our fundamental responsibility to make our nation stronger for generations to come.

She is a leader on military issues, a longstanding advocate for the Oregon National Guard and our nation's veterans, working to ensure our brave men and women in uniform receive the benefits they have earned and deserve. She is also a strong leader in the fight to protect victims of identity theft and to stop the scourge of methamphetamines.

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