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Pelosi Statement on New Democrat Coalition’s American Prosperity Agenda

March 4, 2015

Contact: Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement regarding the American Prosperity Agenda released by the New Democrat Coalition. Leader Pelosi joined a lunch meeting of New Democrats earlier this afternoon.

"The New Democrats are a strong entrepreneurial voice within our Caucus, bringing innovation and energy to House Democrats' work to create prosperity for every American family.

"Today, the New Democrats have released a bold plan for the future of our country, the American Prosperity Agenda. Economic growth, equality of opportunity, and a government that works for middle class families – these principles are at the heart of our shared mission as Democrats.

"Only by laying a firm foundation for growth, based on ambitious goals for our future, can we secure a vibrant middle class and keep American number one. Together, Democrats will continue to work to reignite the American Dream and step into a new era of prosperity for every American family."

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