Apr 14, 2016
Mr. Speaker, today I rise to support Great Strides Miami 2016 and the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Cystic fibrosis is a tragic, genetic disease that can cause a buildup of thick mucous in the lungs and other organs, leading to frequent…
Ileana Ros-Lehtinen
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Ileana Ros-Lehtinen is a former U.S. Representative who served Florida's 18th congressional district from 1989 to 2019. A member of the Republican Party, she was the first Hispanic woman elected to the U.S. Congress. Throughout her tenure, Ros-Lehtinen was known for her strong advocacy on issues related to Cuba, human rights, and foreign policy. She played a significant role in promoting legislation aimed at supporting democracy and human rights in Cuba, often speaking out against the Castro regime.
Congressional Record · 2016-04-14
Apr 14, 2016
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to a remarkable individual and one of my oldest and dearest friends, Mr. Stanley Tate. A Miami-Dade County native, Stanley Tate has successfully served many roles in his long life, including…
Apr 13, 2016
Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor the many generations of women who have shaped our Nation and thank them for their invaluable contributions. As the first Hispanic woman elected to Congress, I am grateful and inspired by their legacy. These…
Apr 12, 2016
Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor the life and legacy of a dear friend, John Collins. John was a man of unwavering courage and dedication to our community and our country. At a very young age, John answered the patriotic call to join our proud…
Apr 12, 2016
They are a terrorist group. It is 'The Emperor has no clothes,' but if we don't want to see it, it doesn't mean that he is, nonetheless, naked.
Apr 12, 2016
It is critical that we ensure that Israel's qualitative military edge is intact and vigorously enforced.
Apr 12, 2016
I fully support the request to honor the terms of the Memorandum of Understanding, MOU, with our closest ally, the Democratic Jewish State of Israel.
Apr 12, 2016
I strongly urge the administration to conclude the negotiations on a new robust MOU with Israel in an expeditious manner.
Mar 22, 2016
During his time in Cuba, President Obama failed to announce any substantive changes on policies, such as the fugitive policy. Is there any news on returning New Jersey cop killer Joanne Chesimard or any of the other fugitives of U.S…
Mar 22, 2016
Mr. Speaker, in 2014, President Obama said he wanted to go to Cuba if, and I quote, ``I, with confidence, can say that we are seeing some progress in liberty and freedom. If we are going backwards,'' President Obama said, ``then there is…
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