Mr. Speaker, America has been through tough times before, but we've always pulled together as a Nation to overcome our challenges. Just over 1 year ago, Democrats came together and faced the challenges that we were handed by the…
Debbie Wasserman Schultz
The Public Record
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.
Madam Speaker, I rise today in support of H.R. 5327, the United States-Israel Rocket and Missile Defense Cooperation and Support Act. As a staunch supporter of the Jewish State of Israel, it gives me great pride to be a cosponsor of this…
Mr. Speaker, tonight and beginning each week, we will begin the week talking about the accomplishments of both President Obama, as well as the Democratic leadership in the legislature. The efforts of the Democratic Caucus over the last…
I am thrilled that we are joined by the gentleman from Ohio. He might still be getting organized. So while he does that, I wanted to focus a little bit. The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act clearly is sort of the jewel in the crown…
Okay. I just wanted to make sure that that was accurate. Mr. Tonko, do you have something to add?
Mr. Tonko, I really appreciate your comments. I know that the folks listening do as well. Madam Speaker, I think one of the important facts that we need to talk about tonight, as well, is the stark reality that we are in an election year…
Does the gentleman recall how many of our friends on the other side of the aisle voted for the Recovery Act?
I thank both gentlemen. Again, I think it's really important to stress the choices that we have in front of us. The American people have choices over the next few months about the direction that they want to go, whether they want to…
If the gentleman would yield, because I want to focus on results. We have been talking about the facts tonight. We have been talking about the impact and results of Democratic policies, the policies of the Democratic Congress, the policies…
I am glad you asked. I believe it was approximately 93 percent of Republicans voted against that legislation.
And, Mr. Heinrich, as we wrap up, we really want to talk about over the next weeks and months the choices that the American people will have. Over the next weeks and months, Madam Speaker, we'll be talking about those choices, the choice…





