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June 15, 2015

Contact: Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi today released this statement on the passing of LeRoy King, San Francisco Redevelopment Commissioner:

Issues:Human Rights

June 12, 2015
Pelosi Update

As we seek to secure our nation's place as a leader in today's global economy, we must not leave the American worker or American values behind. For these and other reasons, I voted today to slow down the trade Fast Track, to get a better deal for the American people – bigger paychecks, better infrastructure – and to help all who seek to fulfill the American Dream.


June 12, 2015

Contact: Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi delivered remarks today on the House floor on Trade Adjustment Assistance and Trade Promotion Authority. Below is a transcript of the Leader's remarks:


June 11, 2015

Contact: Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi held her weekly press conference today. Below is a transcript of the press conference.

Leader Pelosi. Good morning. Good morning.

Getting ready for the game tonight?

Q: The Cedric Richmond show.

Leader Pelosi. Oh, yeah. It's going to be great. I was also thinking of the Warriors and Cavaliers game. We didn't do so well the other day. We spent all of our energy pitching a no-hitter against the Mets.

Issues:Health Care

June 10, 2015

Contact: Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement marking the 52nd anniversary of the Equal Pay Act, signed into law by President Kennedy in 1963:

"Ensuring equal pay for equal work is in the best interest of American families and America's future. Fifty-two years after President Kennedy signed the Equal Pay Act into law, we must rededicate ourselves to ensuring justice for the many American women who still suffer wage discrimination.


June 10, 2015

Contact: Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi today released this statement on the retirement of Dr. James H. Billington, who served as the 13th Librarian of Congress:

"Dr. James Hadley Billington's unwavering commitment to scholarship helped steer the Library of Congress into the 21st century. For Dr. Billington, the pursuit of knowledge has been a life-long endeavor that is both integral to enriching our nation's democracy and engaging with people across the nation and around the world.


June 9, 2015

Contact: Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement on the passing of Mervin Field, founder of the Field Poll news service:

"Mervin Field's ingenuity, his charisma and wit, his transformative and innovative leadership changed California and our world. His deep and abiding sense of purpose strengthened civil society for hard-working Americans. By improving the research and analysis that informs public policy, Merv performed a public service that improved lives and our great democracy.


June 8, 2015
Pelosi Update
LGBT Americans have long been on the frontlines in the fight for equality for all Americans. In commemorating LGBT Pride Month throughout June, we honor courageous citizens who combat injustice and recommit our efforts to creating a stronger, more inclusive democracy. We recognize our shared progress to ensure equality for LGBT Americans – in Congress to the Supreme Court, from state legislatures to local courthouses – by remaining vigilant in confronting bigotry and remaining hopeful for a better future for all people, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.

June 5, 2015

Contact: Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today after the Department of Labor announced that the economy added 280,000 jobs. With businesses adding 262,000 jobs, this represents the 63rd consecutive month of private sector job growth:


June 4, 2015

Contact: Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi held her weekly press conference today. Below is a transcript of the press conference.

Leader Pelosi. Good morning, everyone.