Press Releases
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San Francisco – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today after the Bureau of Economic Analysis reported that gross domestic product (GDP) contracted by 0.1 percent in the fourth quarter of 2012:
“Democrats and Republicans have an opportunity and an obligation to work together to find common ground, avert deep, across-the-board cuts that will undermine our economic growth, and recommit ourselves to reaching a long-term agreement to create jobs and responsibly reduce the deficit.
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San Francisco – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi joined Congressman Mike Thompson, Chairman of the House Gun Violence Prevention Task Force, Congresswoman Jackie Speier, San Francisco Mayor Ed Lee, community leaders and those affected by gun violence at a forum on gun violence prevention today at the Omega Boys Club. Below are the Leader’s opening remarks:
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San Francisco – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today on President Obama’s call for comprehensive immigration reform:
“Today, President Obama demanded firm and swift action on immigration reform – and Congress must answer this clarion call with a bill that is comprehensive, that reflects our history as a nation of immigrants, and that puts the American Dream in reach for anyone who comes to our shores.
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San Francisco – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today on the announcement that Secretary of Transportation Ray LaHood would be leaving his post upon the confirmation of his successor:
“Over the past four years, Secretary LaHood has set our nation on-track to a future and an economy built on the foundation of a safe, affordable, 21st century transportation system.
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San Francisco – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today to mark the fourth anniversary of enactment of the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act:
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San Francisco – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today after the Senate passed a package of aid and relief to assist the victims of Hurricane Sandy. President Obama is expected to sign the bill into law:
“Tonight, the Senate passed a package of relief for the families, business owners, and communities still recovering from the devastating impact of Hurricane Sandy. Now, this vital legislation heads to the President’s desk – and soon, critical assistance will head to the victims of this storm.
Contact: Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616
San Francisco – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today after President Obama appointed Deputy National Security Advisor Denis McDonough to serve as the next White House Chief of Staff:
“With his choice of Denis McDonough as his next Chief of Staff, President Obama has chosen a dedicated public servant with a long record promoting our national security, advocating a responsible foreign policy, and defending our best interests across the globe.
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San Francisco – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today after President Obama announced his intention to nominate former federal prosecutor Mary Jo White as the next Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission, and to re-nominate Richard Cordray as Director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau:
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San Francisco – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today after Secretary Leon Panetta announced that the Defense Department would lift the ban on women serving in combat:
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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi, Democratic Whip Steny Hoyer, Ranking Member John Conyers, Ranking Member Louise Slaughter, Congresswoman Gwen Moore, and House Democrats held a press conference today announcing the reintroduction of the Violence Against Women Act in the 113th Congress. Below is a transcript of the press conference: