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August 1, 2013
Contact: Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616
Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement to mark the fourth anniversary of the Post-9/11 GI Bill, legislation that helps America’s service members, veterans, and military families pursue educational opportunities and succeed in our economy:
“Four years ago, the Post-9/11 GI Bill took effect, restoring the promise of a full, four-year college education for Iraq and Afghanistan veterans and their families.
Issues:Education

July 31, 2013

Contact: Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi delivered remarks at a ceremony commemorating the 50th anniversary of the March on Washington in 1963. Below are the Leader’s remarks:


July 31, 2013

Contact: Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today after the House, in a 392 to 31 bipartisan vote, passed the bipartisan Senate-passed legislation addressing student loan rates, which doubled on July 1st, sending the bill to the President’s desk for his signature.

Issues:Education

July 31, 2013

Contact: Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi took to the House floor today calling upon her colleagues to support the Nuclear Iran Prevention Act. Below are the Leader’s remarks:

“I thank the gentleman for yielding. And I thank you for your leadership as the Ranking Member on the Foreign Affairs Committee.


July 31, 2013

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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi took to the House floor today to honor the life and legacy of former Congresswoman and Ambassador Lindy Boggs. Below are the Leader’s remarks:

“Thank you very much Mr. Speaker. I thank the gentleman for the kind words. As they have said about our former colleague Congresswoman Lindy Boggs, I associate myself with their remarks but would only add that bipartisanship was the nature of how Lindy Boggs led and served in this body.


July 31, 2013

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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi, Democratic Whip Steny Hoyer, Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn, House Democratic Caucus Chairman Xavier Becerra, House Democratic Caucus Vice Chairman Joe Crowley, and Congressman Steve Israel held a press conference following a meeting of the House Democratic Caucus with President Obama. Below are the Leader’s opening remarks followed by a question and answer session:


July 30, 2013

Contact: Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today in response to President Obama’s proposal to create a better bargain for the middle class:


July 30, 2013

Contact: Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today in recognition of the 48th anniversary of the creation of Medicare and Medicaid:

“For 48 years, Democrats have stood firm for the basic promise of Medicare: after a lifetime of work, seniors deserve the security of a stable retirement and access to quality health care. Today, it remains our responsibility and our commitment to sustain, strengthen, and protect Medicare on behalf of all Americans.

Issues:Health Care

July 30, 2013

Contact: Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi and Members of the Democratic Steering & Policy Committee held a hearing entitled: “A Conversation on Race and Justice in America.” Below are the Leader’s opening remarks:


July 27, 2013

Contact: Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement on the passing of former Ambassador and Congresswoman Lindy Boggs:

“It is with deep sadness that my colleagues, my family, and I learned the news of the passing of Ambassador Lindy Boggs. She was the ‘Lady of the House,’ so highly respected that a room was named in her honor next to Statuary Hall.