Floor & TV Appearances
Press Release: Friday, May 17, 2013
“Today’s Analysis of the President’s 2014 Budget from the Congressional Budget Office confirms that the President’s proposed budget will substantially reduce the deficit and stabilize the debt below the level recommended by the Bowles-Simpson Commission.
Press Release: Friday, May 17, 2013
“The President’s visits to Moravia Park Elementary School, a Judy Center; Ellicott Dredges; and the Center for Urban Families in Baltimore today show that he remains focused on creating jobs and opportunities for families in America.
Press Release: Friday, May 17, 2013
“Once again, House Republicans are intent on throwing a wrench into the federal regulatory process by tying the hands of those who prevent fraud and abuse on Wall Street.
Press Release: Friday, May 17, 2013
“Today’s Analysis of the President’s 2014 Budget from the Congressional Budget Office confirms that the President’s proposed budget will substantially reduce the deficit and stabilize the debt below the level recommended by the Bowles-Simpson Commission.
Press Release: Friday, May 17, 2013
“The President’s visits to Moravia Park Elementary School, a Judy Center; Ellicott Dredges; and the Center for Urban Families in Baltimore today show that he remains focused on creating jobs and opportunities for families in America.
Press Release: Friday, May 17, 2013
“Once again, House Republicans are intent on throwing a wrench into the federal regulatory process by tying the hands of those who prevent fraud and abuse on Wall Street.
Statement: Thursday, May 16, 2013
"Mr. Speaker, apparently the Republicans are opposed to Obamacare. I know that comes as a shock to America, so we need to tell them one more time, or 37 times, or maybe a 38th or 39th or 40th or 100th time. I don't know how many times we have to replay the election.
Statement: Wednesday, May 15, 2013
“Mr. Speaker, this week the House will be voting for the 37th time to repeal the Affordable Care Act.
Statement: Thursday, May 9, 2013
“The sad thing is that this is not a serious response. This is an irresponsible response.
Speech: Wednesday, May 8, 2013
“It is an honor to join you to mark Asian Pacific American Heritage Month with distinguished Members of Congress from America’s diverse Asian and Pacific Islander communities who are working hard and making a real difference here in Washington.
Speech: Wednesday, Apr 10, 2013
"Three years ago, House Democrats introduced our Make It In America plan to create jobs and revive our manufacturing sector, and we have been pushing hard for its consideration.
Speech: Tuesday, Apr 9, 2013
"'Made in America' has been – and still is, in many respects – a label envied throughout the world. Our factories continue to produce quality products at affordable prices – products that make the world run. We are still the world’s leading manufacturing nation..
Op-Ed: Wednesday, Apr 10, 2013
With the start of the baseball season this month, many Americans are once again focusing on a cherished national tradition.
Article: Wednesday, Apr 10, 2013
House Democratic leaders unveiled a jobs package Tuesday that will form the centerpiece of their economic platform as the party aims to retake the House in 2014.
Op-Ed: Tuesday, Mar 12, 2013
In what is likely to be the latest installment in a tragic budgetary trilogy, House Budget Committee Chairman Paul Ryan on Tuesday will introduce a Republican budget proposal for fiscal year 2014 that purports to balance within ten years. While an improved economic outlook and new revenue from the fiscal cliff deal make the task of balancing the budget somewhat easier, this plan, much like Ryan’s previous budgets, is expected to rely on spurious budget trickery to reach its goal.
Issue Report: Tuesday, May 14, 2013
House Republicans continue to waste time on political messaging bills that will not become law and do not help the American people. This week, House Republicans are taking a page out of the 112th Congress’ playbook and are voting for the 37th time to repeal the Affordable Care Act, a vote that would take away important patient protections from millions of Americans.
Issue Report: Tuesday, May 7, 2013
This week, House Republicans are once again putting the U.S. at risk of defaulting on its obligations, and another downgrade of our credit rating. The “Pay China First” bill that Republicans are bringing to the House Floor this week is not a real solution to our nation’s fiscal situation.
Issue Report: Wednesday, Apr 10, 2013
When more products are made in America, there will be greater opportunity for our people to Make It In America. House Democrats’ Make It In America plan focuses on creating the best conditions for American businesses to manufacture their products, innovate, and create jobs right here in the U.S. President Obama has already signed ten Make It In America bills into law, many of which passed Congress with bipartisan support.