Press Releases
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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi and the House Democratic Steering and Policy Committee are holding a hearing on creating jobs now in America. The hearing is emphasizing urgent actions that the 112th Congress should take to create jobs and engage the private sector in rebuilding America through the improvement of schools, hospitals, highways, ports and other transportation facilities needed for manufacturing and trade.
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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today in recognition of the 25th anniversary of Black History Month:
“For 25 years, Black History Month has offered us the chance to celebrate our diversity; to honor the contributions of African Americans; and to extend the legacy of freedom and equality. Today, we continue that tradition – not simply to hearken back to victories of the past, but to pledge a future of opportunity for our children and generations to come.
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Washington, D.C. – Leader Nancy Pelosi issued the following statement regarding today’s U.S. District court ruling in Florida on the Affordable Care Act:
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San Francisco – Democratic Leader Pelosi spoke about creating jobs now with Mayor Ed Lee and construction workers hired with Recovery Act funds on the site of the Tenderloin YMCA housing development. This project received $54 million in ARRA funds and is estimated to create 390 jobs. Below are the Leader’s remarks as prepared for delivery.
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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi delivered remarks this morning at the 2011 Families USA Conference on Health Action. Below are the Leader’s remarks as prepared for delivery:
“Thank you, Ron [Pollack] for that kind introduction and for your remarkable leadership. When the story is told of how health care reform was made possible, Ron Pollack has a starring role. He was strategic, tenacious, and determined.
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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi spoke on the House floor today in strong opposition to legislation eliminating the Presidential Election Campaign Fund. Below are the Leader’s remarks.
“Thank you very much, Mr. Speaker. I thank the gentleman for yielding. Thank you for your leadership, Mr. Brady, for participating in this important discussion that is fundamental to our democracy.
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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement tonight on President Obama’s State of the Union address to a Joint Session of Congress:
“Tonight, President Obama offered a strong vision for our nation’s future rooted in the strength of the American people.
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Washington, D.C. – Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today in recognition of the 38th Anniversary of Roe v. Wade:
"On Saturday, as we commemorate the 38th anniversary of Roe v. Wade, we reaffirm our commitment to protecting a woman's right to make her own reproductive health care decisions.