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Leader Pelosi.  Thank you Matty [Shirer], and thank you Ryan [Wells].  Thank you, Hands On Bay Area, and thank you Day of Remembrance.  Aren’t we proud but not surprised that this is the largest day of remembrance, and the people of San Francisco and the Bay Area are part of it?  It seems almost impossible, doesn’t it Rita [Semel], that it’s 17 years since 9/11?

“Once again, California is taking bold action to lead the nation in the fight against the growing climate crisis.  Thanks to the leadership of Governor Brown, the state legislature and advocates and activists across California, our state is on track to realize one of the most ambitious climate goals in the nation: a 100 percent clean electricity future that engages California’s strong economy, abundant resources and innovative ideas.  When Governor Brown’s actions take effect, California will be the nation’s cleanest state or territory. 

“Seventeen years ago, America and the world were forever changed by the barbaric acts of terror on the morning of September 11.  In a moment, 3,000 precious lives were cruelly taken, and the innocence and sense of security of a generation were lost.  Yet, at our nation’s darkest moment, America showed the world our true greatness – from grief we found strength in one another and from our pain and fear we found unity and hope.  

“After handing massive unpaid-for tax breaks to Big Pharma, Wall Street and the wealthiest 1 percent with the first GOP tax scam for the rich, House Republicans are here with more of the same.

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement in recognition of Rosh Hashanah beginning at sundown on Sunday, September 9th:

“Hello, I’m Congressman Lloyd Doggett, and I represent communities deep in the heart of Texas from San Antonio to Austin. My neighbors are telling me to defend their access to health care.