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February 7, 2014
Pelosi Update
Citizens United, the disastrous Supreme Court decision four years ago that allowed money to flow unchecked into politics, shook the very foundation of our democracy: that in the United States of America, it is the voices of the people that determine the outcome of our elections, not the bank accounts of the privileged few. We must work to change this.

February 6, 2014

Contact: Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement after Senate Republicans blocked consideration of a bipartisan measure to extend emergency unemployment insurance:

"Once again, Republicans have shown contempt and disregard for the 1.7 million Americans and counting who have been cut off from emergency unemployment insurance.


February 5, 2014

Contact: Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today after the House passed the Sacramento-San Joaquin Valley Emergency Water Delivery Act by a vote of 229 – 191:


February 5, 2014

Contact: Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi joined Congressman John Sarbanes and Members of Congress today for a press event unveiling the "Government by the People Act," a bipartisan bill to reduce the influence of big money in politics and provide key reforms to our nation's campaign finance laws, which was introduced today. Below are the Leader's opening and closing remarks:

Leader Pelosi's Opening Remarks


January 31, 2014

Contact: Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

San Francisco – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today in recognition of the Lunar New Year:


January 31, 2014
Pelosi Update
Five years ago, our country took a key step forward on the path to equality in the workplace as President Obama made the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act the first bill he signed into law. As we mark this achievement and celebrate our progress, we know there is more work to do in order to address the economic challenges facing women today.

January 31, 2014

Contact: Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

San Francisco – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today in recognition of Black History Month:

"Every February, we honor the great achievements and rich history of the African American community. We reflect on a journey that wound through slavery and segregation, prejudice and discrimination on the long road to freedom. And we rededicate ourselves to the fight for justice and opportunity for all Americans.


January 30, 2014

Contact: Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today after Congressman Henry Waxman announced that he would not seek re-election this year:

"For the past four decades, Congressman Henry Waxman's name has been synonymous with responsible action, extraordinary legislative skill, passionate public service, and bold leadership on behalf of Los Angeles, California, and the American people.


January 30, 2014

Contact: Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

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

Leader Pelosi. Good afternoon. Here we are on Wednesday, the day after the President's speech. I see the hardy souls who hoot with the owls and soar with the eagles the next day. Thank you for being here.


January 29, 2014

Contact: Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement tonight after President Obama delivered his State of the Union address to a Joint Session of Congress: