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March 26, 2012

Contact: Nadeam Elshami/Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today after House Republican leaders announced they would pull their short-term transportation extension from floor consideration:


March 23, 2012

Contact: Nadeam Elshami/Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today on President Obama’s nomination of Dr. Jim Yong Kim as the next President of the World Bank:


March 22, 2012

Contact: Nadeam Elshami/Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi and Congressional Democrats held a press stakeout today urging the House Republican leadership to take up the bipartisan Senate Transportation bill. Below is a transcript of the Leader’s opening remarks:

“Good morning.

“It is a personal and official privilege to welcome Chairwoman Barbara Boxer back to the House side of the Capitol, especially so that we can salute her for her leadership on the transportation bill, which we are here to support.


March 21, 2012

Contact: Nadeam Elshami/Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today on the Trayvon Martin investigation:

“The story of Trayvon Martin’s death has shocked the nation and spurred many leaders, including Members of Congress, to call for action.

Issues:Human Rights

March 21, 2012

Contact: Nadeam Elshami/Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi spoke on the House floor today in opposition to the House Republican bill that repeals a provision of the Affordable Care Act. Below are the Leader’s remarks.

Issues:Health Care

March 21, 2012

Contact: Nadeam Elshami/Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi hosted a Women’s History Month reception honoring Senator Barbara Mikulski, who became the longest-serving woman in Congress on Saturday. Below are the Leader’s opening remarks:


March 20, 2012

Contact: Nadeam Elshami/Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today to mark Nowruz, the Persian New Year:

“Nowruz is an opportunity for renewal and a fresh start, a time for new beginnings and a new season, a marker of the first day of Spring and a chance for millions around the world to celebrate their heritage, honor their history, and look forward with hope to a brighter future.


March 20, 2012

Contact: Nadeam Elshami/Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today on the Republican budget proposal for fiscal year 2013:

“Our budget must always be a statement of our values – a reflection of our commitment to fairness and opportunity for all Americans. The Republican budget once again fails that test.


March 17, 2012

Contact: Nadeam Elshami/Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616