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Pelosi Statement on Cinco de Mayo
May 5, 2020
On Cinco de Mayo, we remember the extraordinary courage of a poorly-armed Mexican militia who overcame impossible odds to achieve victory against the Imperial French Army at the Battle of Puebla. This day of celebration is a source of immense pride for the people of Mexico and serves as an opportunity for all Americans to honor the innumerable contributions and rich heritage of Mexican Americans and the entire Latino community.
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Transcript of Pelosi Interview on CNN’s The Situation Room with Wolf Blitzer
May 4, 2020
Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi joined Wolf Blitzer on CNN’s The Situation Room for an interview to discuss the ongoing efforts to respond to the coronavirus pandemic, including the need for oversight and the latest on efforts to increase aid to essential workers and state, local and tribal governments in the upcoming CARES 2 package. Below are the Speaker’s remarks:
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Pelosi Statement on One Year Anniversary of House Passage of the Climate Action Now Act
May 2, 2020
One year ago, House Democrats took decisive action to address the growing climate crisis by passing H.R. 9, the Climate Action Now Act.
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Pelosi, McConnell Joint Statement Regarding COVID-19 Testing on Capitol Hill
May 2, 2020
“Congress is grateful for the Administration’s generous offer to deploy rapid COVID-19 testing capabilities to Capitol Hill, but we respectfully decline the offer at this time. Our country’s testing capacities are continuing to scale up nationwide and Congress wants to keep directing resources to the front-line facilities where they can do the most good the most quickly.
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Pelosi Remarks on Press Call with Congressional Hispanic Caucus and Mixed-Status Families on Denial of COVID-19 Stimulus Checks
May 1, 2020
Speaker Nancy Pelosi joined Congressional Hispanic Caucus Chairman Joaquin Castro, Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer and mixed-status families on a press call to discuss the importance of ensuring that all American households in financial need, including those with family members of mixed immigration status, receive COVID-19 stimulus aid.
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Pelosi Names Appointees to Commission on Combating Synthetic Opioid Trafficking
May 1, 2020

San Francisco – Today, Speaker Nancy Pelosi named Congressman David Trone of Maryland and Admiral James Winnefeld to the Commission on Combating Synthetic Opioid Trafficking.

"The opioid epidemic is a staggering public health crisis that is tearing families apart in communities across the country, regardless of age, race, gender or socio-economic condition," said Speaker Nancy Pelosi. "It is my great privilege to name two outstanding public servants, Congressman David Trone and Admiral James Winnefeld, to the Commission on Combating Synthetic Opioid Trafficking."

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Pelosi Statement on Trump Administration Assault on the Health of LGBTQ Americans
May 1, 2020
The Trump Administration’s latest shameful rule is a shocking attack on the health and well-being of the LGBTQ community at a time when access to quality health care is more important than ever.
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Whip Jim Clyburn Delivers Weekly Democratic Address
May 1, 2020
This week, members of our task force and the Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Frank Pallone unveiled our plan to connect all Americans to affordable broadband internet. The COVID-19 pandemic has laid bare the digital divide that exists in our great country.
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Pelosi Statement on Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
May 1, 2020
Asian Pacific American Heritage Month offers all Americans an opportunity to celebrate the AAPI community’s extraordinary achievements and all they have done to shape our history, defend our nation and strengthen our democracy.
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Pelosi Statement on Jewish American Heritage Month
May 1, 2020

San Francisco – Speaker Nancy Pelosi released the following statement in recognition of Jewish American Heritage Month:

"During Jewish American Heritage Month, Americans of all backgrounds celebrate the vital role that the Jewish community has played in our history and our heritage. Whether as public servants, educators, entrepreneurs, scientists or artists, the contributions of Jewish Americans have greatly enriched the beautiful fabric of our nation and made America more American.

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