Pelosi Update
December 6, 2013
With the passing of Nelson Mandela, the world has lost a leader who advanced the cause of equality and human rights, who overcame a history of oppression in South Africa to expand the reach of freedom worldwide. May the life of Nelson Mandela long stand as the ultimate tribute to the triumph of hope.
November 29, 2013
Give Thanks
On Thanksgiving, we come together to offer our gratitude for the blessings in our lives, for our families, friends, and loved ones, for the strength of our community, our city, and our country.
November 22, 2013
Early Childhood Education
Over 50 years ago, President Kennedy stated, "Children are the world's most valuable resource and its best hope for the future." As Congress comes to the negotiating table on the budget, Congress must take seriously our responsibility to America's children, our families, and
November 15, 2013
Today, Gotham will finally breathe safe thanks to the super-sized might and extraordinary courage of our city’s true hero, Batkid. When Gotham City trembled in the grip of our most notorious villains, Batkid once again showed us the true meaning of bravery in the face of fear.
November 8, 2013
The passage of the fully inclusive Employment Non-Discrimination Act by the Senate yesterday was a long time coming. The bipartisan vote to pass ENDA reaffirms the true meaning of our nation’s creed: that all are created equal; that discrimination has no place in our workplaces or society; that equal protection is a right afforded to all Americans, not just a privileged few.
November 1, 2013
With the end of 2013 fast approaching, the time is now to pass comprehensive immigration reform. This week, three House Republicans joined 187 House Democrats in cosponsoring H.R. 15, comprehensive immigration reform legislation that reflects core bipartisan values: securing our borders, protecting our workforce, reuniting families, and creating an earned pathway to citizenship.
October 25, 2013
I was honored to join community leaders at the UC Hastings Women’s Law Journal 25th Annual Symposium. The theme for this year’s annual symposium, “Onward & Upward: Breaking Through Gender Barriers”, addressed keys to breaking down the barriers that women continue to face in the workplace and offered a fitting platform to share House Democrats’ economic agenda for women and families.
October 18, 2013
One hundred sixty-five years ago, a small town in upstate New York called Seneca Falls hosted a convention that changed the world. It was in that town that a small group of visionaries shook the world with a simple notion: that every right, every privilege, and every opportunity should belong to every man and every woman.
October 11, 2013
End the Shutdown Today
The Republican attempt at a piecemeal approach to governing is nothing more than a political gimmick and a non-starter. Our colleagues across the aisle have shut down the government – and they can’t cherry-pick their way out of it. The government shutdown could be over in hours if Republicans could stop being the party of “no” and just take “yes” for an answer. Democrats have already stated that they are ready to cooperate.
October 4, 2013
End the Shutdown Now
Today marks the fourth day of the Republican Government Shutdown. They are insisting that they will not fund the government unless we overturn or undermine the Affordable Care Act. That will never happen.
There is a simple solution to this manufactured crisis: allow a vote on the Senate-passed measure to reopen the federal government. Enough of their members have stated willingness to support this bill – we could vote on it now and end the shutdown in a matter of hours.