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February 19, 2010
"“We have all been shocked at recent reports of enormous premium increases and record profits in the health insurance industry, while thousands lose health coverage every day. At a time when millions of families are struggling to make ends meet, insurance company CEOs are asking patients to pay more than ever before in higher co-pays and skyrocketing out-of-pocket expenses."
Blog Post
February 18, 2010
Press Release
February 18, 2010
“This is a time for tough decisions and bold leadership on our national debt. Reining in our deficits is not a matter for partisan politics - it's about upholding our responsibility to our children and grandchildren. Leaders of both parties must set aside our differences and work across party lines to avoid saddling future generations with the burden of poor choices in the past."
Press Release
February 18, 2010
“Our thoughts and prayers are with those affected by the tragedy in Austin today. We are grateful for the first responders who saved lives, we are reminded of the need for vigilance, and we are united in our shared humanity.”
Press Release
February 17, 2010
“Today's announcement is extremely welcome news for San Francisco and the Bay Area, and a significant step toward replacing the aging and unsafe Doyle Drive with a new Presidio Parkway that connects San Francisco, the Golden Gate Bridge and the Presidio. These funds will mean less congestion, less traffic, safer roadways, and shorter commute times as we greatly improve the seismic safety of the roadway and eliminate dangerous conditions for the 100,000 drivers and 18,000 transit riders who use Doyle Drive every day."
Blog Post
February 17, 2010
On February 13th, 2009 Congress passed the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act and on February 17th, during the first month of his term, President Obama signed the bill into law. Today marks the one-year anniversary of the legislation to bring America's economy back from the brink by giving most Americans the fastest and one of the largest tax cuts in history, creating and saving jobs, and laying the building blocks for long-term prosperity. One year later, we can see job losses have decreased dramatically--20,000 jobs were lost last month, down from the 779,000 job losses in January 2009:
Press Release
February 17, 2010
“One year ago, President Obama and Congress took tough action to bring America's economy back from the brink by giving most Americans the fastest and largest middle-class tax cuts in history, creating and saving jobs, and laying the building blocks for long-term prosperity."
Press Release
February 16, 2010
“Jack was greatly mourned in Congress because of the respect and admiration which was accorded him there. Those who served with him were honored to call him colleague. Many of us were privileged to call him friend."
Speech
February 16, 2010
“Jack was greatly mourned in Congress because of the respect and admiration which was accorded him there. Those who served with him were honored to call him colleague. Many of us were privileged to call him friend."
Blog Post
February 12, 2010
According to a Washington Post poll released this week, Americans strongly support Congress continuing to work on comprehensive health insurance reform (63% support) -- including a majority of Independents. Work continues between the House and Senate, and President Obama will convene a bipartisan, bicameral meeting on February 25 to move forward with a solution for American families and American small businesses. Other findings from the poll: