Press Releases

Today the House decided to choose a new direction. I urge more of my colleagues across the aisle to join Democrats in moving our nation forward. Read more »

The bottom line is that the Export-Import Bank supports American jobs. Read more »

I hope those in Milwaukee, and our brothers and sisters across America, will join me to build awareness around this scourge inflicting our communities. Read more »

By building on the values that we cherish as Americans, it is my hope that we can come together and help those women and children who are hidden in the shadows. Read more »

You cannot remove $9 billion from SNAP without increasing hunger in our communities. That's the bottom line. Read more »

It is my hope that President Obama and Congress are able to work together to positively address our most pressing issues. Read more »

House Republicans oppose government •interfering' in our private lives except, of course, when it comes to women's health. Read more »

I challenge us all to take peaceful action to thwart the crime inflicting our communities. In everything we do, let us recommit ourselves to realizing Dr. King's dream. Read more »

Our government cannot continue to operate from one manufactured crisis to the next. Although the omnibus does not restore pre-sequester funding for every program, it offers significant relief to many of our domestic investments that were compromised when the across-the-board spending cuts went into effect. Read more »

After the New Year, I urge my colleagues to act in the best interests of our constituents and make this extension a priority. Read more »