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September 20, 2013
Contact: Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616
Washington D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today after the Environmental Protection Agency announced newly proposed carbon pollution standards for future power plants:
“Today, the Obama Administration took a strong step to address the devastating impacts of climate change.
Issues:Energy and Environment
September 20, 2013
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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today after the House voted 230 to 189 to pass the Tea Party’s Continuing Resolution:
“The House Republican bill was designed and intended for the sole purpose of shutting down the government. House Democrats stood firmly against this measure for clear-cut reasons: We refuse to put insurance companies back in charge of Americans’ health care.
September 20, 2013
Yesterday, House Republicans heartlessly voted to gut SNAP by $40 billion over the next decade, slashing the legs on which many families stand.
September 19, 2013
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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi spoke on the House floor today urging House Republicans to vote against their legislation cutting nearly $40 billion from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), denying millions of vulnerable Americans the ability to feed themselves and their family. Below are the Leader’s remarks:
“Thank you very much, Mr. Speaker. I thank the gentle lady for yielding.
September 19, 2013
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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 morning. A busy day, a busy time. It seems we're always expressing our sadness. Our thoughts and prayers today remain with the families and loved ones of those killed and injured in the tragedy at the Navy Yard.
September 18, 2013
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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi delivered remarks today on House Democrats’ economic agenda for women and families; “When Women Succeed, America Succeeds,” as part of the Center for American Progress’ launch of their major new initiative – “Fair Shot: A Plan for Women and Families to Get Ahead” – focused on strengthening women in leadership, protecting women’s health, and ensuring women’s economic security.
September 18, 2013
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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement in response to the House Republican continuing resolution that continues the across-the-board cuts, known as the sequester, and puts insurance companies back in charge of Americans’ health care:
“Today, Speaker Boehner surrendered the gavel to the Tea Party’s desperate attempts to put insurance companies back in charge of the Americans’ health care.
Issues:Health Care
September 18, 2013
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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi delivered remarks at a press conference on the nine-month anniversary of the tragic shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary in Newtown. Below are the Leader’s remarks:
“Thank you. Good afternoon. Thank you, Po Murray; thank you, Congresswoman Robin Kelly for your leadership for bringing us together.
Issues:National Security
September 17, 2013
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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi delivered remarks at a press conference with Chef Tom Colocchio, House Democrats, and leading anti-hunger advocates condemning House Republicans’ plan to slash $40 billion from the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Below are the Leader’s remarks followed by a question and answer session:
Good afternoon, everyone.
September 16, 2013
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San Francisco – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today to mark the fifth anniversary of the 2008 financial crisis:
“Five years ago, the American people were facing the worst economic crisis since the Great Depression. From plummeting stocks to skyrocketing deficits to the loss of millions of jobs, our economy required swift and immediate action to stabilize our markets, restore our middle class, and put our country on the path to recovery and growth.