Pelosi Update

The difference between the two parties in Congress could not be clearer this week: House Republican policies held middle income tax cuts hostage to tax breaks for the top two percent, while Democrats fought to extend tax cuts for all Americans and ensure fairness for the middle class.

House Republicans are now the last obstacle standing in the way of middle class tax cuts.

The thoughts and prayers of all Members of Congress are with Coloradans as they grapple with the random, senseless act of violence that took the lives of innocent people.

Last Friday, the California Senate passed legislation to finance the start of construction of California High-Speed Rail.

Last week, in a great victory for the American people, the Supreme Court upheld the Affordable Care Act. Now, instead of passing jobs legislation, House Republicans have vowed to repeal current protections and patients’ rights.

In passing health reform, we made history for our nation and progress for the American people.

To have moral authority around the world, we must speak out against prejudice at home.

With only 15 days remaining until federal funding for highways, public transportation, and safety programs expires, good-paying American jobs are hanging in the balance.