Press Releases
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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi delivered remarks tonight at the National Association of Latino Elected Officials’ Edward Roybal Gala. Below are the Leader’s remarks as prepared for delivery:
“In 1976, Congressman Edward Roybal truly altered the course of Congress and our nation by founding two organizations dedicated to the values of equality and fairness for Latinos and for all Americans: the Congressional Hispanic Caucus and NALEO.
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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today after the U.S. Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that Proposition 8 – the California measure banning same-sex marriage – is unconstitutional:
“Today’s decision is a victory for civil rights and for progress for the LGBT community and for all Californians.
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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today after President Obama announced the Veterans Jobs Corps:
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Washington, D.C. - Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today after the Department of Labor announced that the economy added 243,000 jobs in January and the unemployment rate fell to 8.3 percent. With 257,000 jobs added by private businesses, this marks the 23rd consecutive month of private sector job growth:
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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi, Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn, Congresswoman Louise Slaughter, and Congressman Tim Walz held a press availability in the Capitol today calling on House Republicans to bring the STOCK Act to the floor next week.
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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today after the passage of the STOCK Act in the U.S. Senate:
“Passage of the STOCK Act in the Senate marks progress in restoring trust in government and reforming Washington. Members of Congress, executive branch officials, and judicial officers must play by the same rules as everyone else; it would be a betrayal of the public trust to personally profit from privileged information.
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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi delivered remarks today at the Communications Workers of America (CWA) Biennial Legislative Conference:
“Good morning everyone. Thank you for your wonderful welcome. I was very honored to be welcomed by Californians, specifically our San Francisco escort committee. Thank you San Franciscans, to the Californians who are here. And I met some folks from Baltimore who are here.
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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today after Congressman Heath Shuler announced he would not seek reelection:
"Congressman Heath Shuler has been a national leader for fiscal responsibility who has always maintained a laserlike focus on his constituents in western North Carolina.
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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today in recognition of Black History Month:
“This February, as we do every year, we celebrate American diversity with a particular focus on the contributions of the African-American community to our nation. We recommit to promoting the fundamental values of equality and fairness. And we strive to build a brighter future for all.
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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi delivered remarks today during a reception commemorating the 100th Anniversary of The Girl Scouts of the USA: