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Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi released the following statement in recognition of Rosh Hashanah, which will begin this evening at sundown:
"Rosh Hashanah offers an opportunity for the millions of Jewish families across America and around the world to rejoice with loved ones and reflect on the blessings of the past year. As the celebration of the High Holy Days begins, Congress joins all Americans in wishing our Jewish communities health and happiness in the new year.
Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi released the following statement to mark Labor Day:
"On Labor Day, our nation honors all hard-working Americans, who are the backbone of our economy, and the labor unions that empower them to reach their fullest potential. For generations, working people joining together in a union have been one of the greatest forces for progress in American history: winning the 40-hour work week, two-day weekends, workplace safety protections, collective bargaining rights and more. Indeed, the many historic victories secured by the heroes of organized labor helped forge the middle class and continue to benefit every family today.
The Washington Post Editorial Board has joined the growing chorus of Americans calling out Minority Leader McCarthy for 'valorizing a deadly attack on the nation's seat of government.'
Read key points from the Washington Post's Editorial Board's piece on McCarthy's 'pitiful path':
Washington Post: Opinion: Kevin McCarthy's downward spiral
Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued this statement on the August jobs report:
"Today's job report is further evidence of the need to Build Back Better for our economy. As the delta variant continues, decisive action is needed to ensure that the economic gains forged under President Biden – including four million jobs created – are sustained and shared by all.
Austin – Speaker Nancy Pelosi joined Chairman Lloyd Doggett at a press conference in Austin to highlight Democrats' priorities in the Build Back Better Act that will lower health costs for working families. Below are the Speaker's remarks:
Speaker Pelosi. Thank you. Thank you very much, Lloyd Doggett, for your very kind words, for your great leadership and the pride you take in representing this magnificent district.