Press Releases
Pelosi: Estate Tax Repeal is Reverse Robin Hood
Washington, D.C. - House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi spoke on the House floor today in opposition to Republican legislation that would repeal the estate tax, rewarding the extremely wealthy at the expense of middle-class Americans. She also spoke in favor of a Democratic substitute proposed by Rep. Earl Pomeroy of North Dakota, which would exempt 99.7 percent of all estates in America. Below are Pelosi's remarks:
Pelosi, House Democrats Announce GI Bill of Rights for the 21st Century
April 12, 2005
Washington, D.C. - House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi today unveiled the new GI Bill of Rights for the 21st Century at a forum with veterans' service and military organizations. Pelosi was joined by Retired Army General Wesley Clark and Congressmen Ike Skelton (D-MO) and Lane Evans (D-IL). Below are her remarks:
Pelosi, Boxer, Feinstein Prevent Closure of Western Addition Social Security Office
Thursday, April 7, 2005
San Francisco -- At the urging of House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi, Senators Barbara Boxer, and Dianne Feinstein, the Social Security Administration (SSA) today announced it was reversing its decision to close its office in San Francisco?s Western Addition neighborhood.
April 6, 2005
Washington, D.C.: House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi spoke today on the House floor in support of a resolution honoring the life and achievements of Pope John Paul II and expressing profound sorrow on his death. Below are her remarks:
"Mr. Speaker, my mother used to say of Pope John Paul II: "He is a saint walking the earth." And indeed he was. It is in that spirit, and with deep sadness on his passing, but with great thanks and joy for his life of good works, that I rise today to join my colleagues in paying tribute to Pope John Paul II.
Pelosi Statement on Passing of Pope John Paul II
Washington, D.C. -- House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today on the death of Pope John Paul II:
"The world mourns the passing of one of the great spiritual and humanitarian leaders of our time, Pope John Paul II.
"Pope John Paul II was passionate in his commitment to doing God's work here on earth, seeking peace and justice for all. His deeds, his words, and his indomitable spirit of love were a blessing to this world.
Pelosi Statement at ?Speak Up for Kids Day? Rally
March 31, 2005
San Francisco -- House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi spoke this morning at the ?Speak Up for Kids Day? rally, at which hundreds of parents, youth and advocates gathered to protest proposed local and federal cuts to education and children?s services and the elimination of federal college preparatory programs. Below are her remarks as prepared for delivery.
Pelosi Statement on Weapons of Mass Destruction Report
Washington, D.C. -- House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today on the unclassified report of the President's Commission on the Intelligence Capabilities of the United States Regarding Weapons of Mass Destruction:
Pelosi Statement on Social Security and Medicare Trustees Reports
Washington, D.C. -- House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today on the reports of the Social Security and Medicare Trustees:
Pelosi Statement on Terri Schiavo Case
March 20, 2005
Washington, D.C. -- House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement on Congressional involvement in the Terri Schiavo case:
Pelosi Co-Sponsors Bill to Award Cesar Chávez Congressional Gold Medal
Friday, March 18, 2005