Press Releases

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Washington, D.C – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement after Congressman David Wu announced his resignation from the U.S. House of Representatives:

“Congressman Wu’s decision today is a recognition of his need to focus on his children and their future. The timing of his decision is in the best interests of his constituents.

“My prayers are with him and his family.”

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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi held a press conference today in the Capitol Visitor Center highlighting the urgent need for Congress to create jobs and protect workers’ rights. Instead of focusing on America’s top priority of job creation, House Republicans are bringing forward this week legislation to gut the National Labor Relations Board and outsource American jobs. Below are the Leader’s opening remarks:

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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement on proposals announced today to reduce the deficit and avoid default:

“It is clear we must enter an era of austerity; to reduce the deficit through shared sacrifice.

“The President has called for a ‘grand bargain,’ which provides long-term deficit reduction based on shared values and sends a message of confidence to the markets.

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Washington, D.C. – House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi issued the following statement this evening calling for the Ethics Committee to investigate Congressman David Wu of Oregon:

"I call on the Ethics Committee to initiate an investigation into the allegations against Congressman Wu.

"With deep disappointment and sadness about this situation, I hope that the Ethics Committee will take up this matter.

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Washington, D.C. -- Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement expressing hope for greater progress with respect to the ongoing debt talks with Republican leaders:

"For the past several months, Congress has been put to the test of whether we are worthy custodians of our nation’s economy and our children’s future.

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Washington, D.C. -- Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement on the passing of General John M. Shalikashvhili:

"General John Shalikashvhili served our nation with distinction. His story -- coming to our nation at age 16 and then rising to the highest ranks of accomplishment -- is the American story.

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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement on the attacks in Oslo and Utoeya island in Norway:

"The prayers of the world are with the people of Norway after this tragedy. The enormity of this heinous act, perpetrated in large part against young people, has horrified people of every nation.

"Norway has stood with the United States in times of trial; the United States stands with Norway today."

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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement on the passing of Charles Manatt:

"With the passing of Chuck Manatt, our nation has lost a great patriot and public servant; I have lost a dear friend.