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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


March 16, 2012

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

Washington, D.C. – House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today in recognition of Senator Barbara Mikulski of Maryland, who will become the longest-serving woman in congressional history tomorrow:


March 16, 2012

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

Tunis, Tunisia – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi led a Congressional delegation to Tunisia today, where the Members of Congress met with high-ranking government officials, including Prime Minister Hamadi Jebali.


March 15, 2012

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

Cairo, Egypt – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi is leading a Congressional delegation to Egypt that arrived in Cairo last night. Today, the delegation had a constructive meeting with Field Marshal Hussein Tantawi, who confirmed to the Leader and delegation that once the presidential election is complete there will be a transition to civilian government.

Below are two pictures of Leader Pelosi and Field Marshal Tantawi: