Jul 28, 2011
I rise in strong opposition to the Republican Default Act, which represents a continued effort by our Republican colleagues to hold our economy hostage while forcing an ideological agenda and jeopardizing our economy. Yet again, our…
Debbie Wasserman Schultz
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Debbie Wasserman Schultz is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for Florida's 23rd congressional district since 2005. A member of the Democratic Party, she has held various leadership roles, including serving as the chair of the Democratic National Committee from 2011 to 2016. Throughout her tenure, Wasserman Schultz has focused on issues such as healthcare, education, and women's rights, advocating for policies that aim to improve the lives of her constituents. She has been an outspoken advocate for gun control and has worked on legislation addressing the needs of veterans and military families.
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Jul 19, 2011
Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong opposition to H.R. 2560, which attempts to manipulate the Constitution in order to impose a Ryan budget plan on steroids. This is yet another thinly veiled attempt by our colleagues across the aisle to end…
Jul 13, 2011
Mr. Chairman, we are so proud of not just our victory, which was incredibly sweet, and we're really so sorry that our opposition is not in the press gallery to witness this acceptance of the trophy. But the two things that we are the most…
Jul 11, 2011
Mr. Chairman, I rise to express deep disappointment and concern about the severe proposed cut in this bill to the Federal Everglades Ecosystem Restoration effort. The Energy and Water bill before us today slashes $32 million from the…
Jul 11, 2011
I move to strike the last word. The CHAIR. The gentlewoman from Florida is recognized for 5 minutes.
Jul 6, 2011
Madam Speaker, I rise today in support of H. Res. 268. This important resolution reaffirms our Nation's unwavering commitment to a negotiated settlement of the Israel-Palestinian conflict, which can only be achieved through direct…
Jun 23, 2011
Mr. Chair, I want to thank all the women and our male coaches. We've been practicing for 3 months, two or three times a week at 7 in the morning, all to raise money for a great cause, for the Young Survival Coalition, which helps young…
Jun 22, 2011
Madam Chair, today I rise in support of H.R. 1249, the America Invents Act. This vital reform to our nation's patent system would help spur innovation, foster competition, and create and support American jobs. Democrats in Congress have…
Jun 15, 2011
Being unemployed, Mr. Romney, is not a joke, not to my constituents in Florida or to millions of Americans across the country.
May 4, 2011
Madam Speaker, I rise today to state my strong opposition to H.R. 3. This bill--ostensibly the Republican leadership's third-highest priority--is a reprehensible piece of legislation that will do nothing but put the lives of American women…
Apr 14, 2011
Mr. Chairman, I rise today in opposition to the Republican budget plan, which is not, as they characterize, a pathway to prosperity but a true pathway to poverty for our Nation. The Republicans' explicit choice to protect millionaires and…
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