Pelosi Statement on Budget Agreement

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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement this evening after President Barack Obama announced an agreement to keep the federal government open:

“President Obama and Leader Reid should be commended for their leadership and perseverance to keep the government open.

“House Democrats look forward to reviewing the components of the final funding measure. The American people’s top priority is creating jobs, and we will continue to measure every proposal by whether it creates jobs, strengthens the middle class and responsibly reduces the deficit.”