Press Releases
San Francisco – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today in response to recent federal government actions threatening safe access to medicinal marijuana for those who are seriously ill or enduring difficult and painful therapies:
“Access to medicinal marijuana for individuals who are ill or enduring difficult and painful therapies is both a medical and a states’ rights issue. Sixteen states, including our home state of California, and the District of Columbia have adopted medicinal marijuana laws – most by a vote of the people.
Contact: Nadeam Elshami/Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616
Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today after the Obama Administration announced the signing of the U.S-Afghanistan Strategic Partnership Agreement:
Washington, D.C. – Drew Hammill, spokesman for Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi, released this statement following Speaker Boehner’s decision to intervene in McLaughlin v. Panetta, a case in which eight current or former military servicemembers and their spouses are challenging the constitutionality of DOMA and the definitional portions of Title 38 dealing with military and veterans’ benefits. This case marks the 12th in which Speaker Boehner has intervened.
Contact: Nadeam Elshami/Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616
Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today regarding the news of the escape of human rights activist Chen Guangcheng from detention by the Chinese government:
Contact: Nadeam Elshami/Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616
Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today in recognition of Jewish American Heritage Month:
"Jewish American Heritage Month affords us the opportunity to honor a community that has enriched our culture, helped shape the character of our country, and advanced the ideals at the center of our nation’s success: diversity, pluralism, and equality for all.
Contact: Nadeam Elshami/Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616
Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today in recognition of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month:
“Asian Pacific Heritage Month is an opportunity to celebrate the extraordinary achievements of the AAPI community and the great diversity of our nation. Americans from Asia and the Pacific Islands have overcome persecution and prejudice to serve as leaders and patriots.
Contact: Nadeam Elshami/Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616
Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi and House Democratic women held a press availability today urging House Republicans to act to prevent student loan interest rates from doubling by ending subsidies to Big Oil rather than furthering their assault on women’s health. Below are the Leader’s remarks and a transcript of the question and answer session:
Leader Pelosi Opening Remarks:
Contact: Nadeam Elshami/Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616
Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi held her weekly press conference today in the Capitol Visitor Center. Below is a transcript of the press conference:
Leader Pelosi. We have some very special guests today. Thank you for joining us.
Contact: Nadeam Elshami/Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616
Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi delivered remarks on the House floor today in opposition to House Republicans proposal to pay for lower student loan rates with drastic cuts to women’s preventative health services rather than paying for affordable student loans by removing subsidies for Big Oil. Below are the Leader’s remarks:
Contact: Nadeam Elshami/Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616
Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today to mark the 64th anniversary of Israel’s Independence Day, which starts at sundown this evening: