Feb 10, 2014
I am particularly disappointed with the process and substance of today's hearing, which is my first as Ranking Member.
Hank Johnson
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Hank Johnson is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for Georgia's 4th congressional district since 2007. A member of the Democratic Party, he has focused on issues such as civil rights, healthcare, and education during his tenure in Congress. Johnson has been an advocate for social justice and has worked on legislation aimed at improving the lives of his constituents in Georgia. He is known for his commitment to addressing economic disparities and promoting community development.
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Feb 10, 2014
Just as we could predict that Karl Rove and the Koch brothers are in favor of fewer rules.
Feb 10, 2014
I have such great respect and admiration for you. You have been a vocal supporter of civil rights, being an initial cosponsor of the Voting Rights Amendments Act.
Feb 10, 2014
Unfortunately, the so-called SCRUB Act... appears to be a one-way ratchet with the sole aim of prioritizing costs over benefits.
Jan 27, 2014
As a member of the Safe Climate Caucus, I urge my Republican colleagues to lift their heads from the sand so that they can see the effects of climate change throughout our country. Scientists agree that climate change is causing the…
Jan 15, 2014
Today I rise in honor of 5- year-old Morgan Steward, who, despite suffering from spinal muscular atrophy that affects his muscle movement and leaves him in a wheelchair, has been an inspiration to us all. Some may question whether…
Jan 9, 2014
I urge my Republican colleagues to recognize the devastating consequences of air pollution, which is causing, or at least contributing to greatly, the drastic changes in the Earth's climate. Last year we experienced severe record-setting…
Dec 12, 2013
I thank you, Mr. Fattah. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to join my distinguished colleagues in a tribute to the life of President Nelson Mandela. I do so with a heavy heart. The people of South Africa and the world at large have lost a great…
Dec 11, 2013
I believe that our whole detention--immigration, detention setup is just a way for private industry to make money.
Dec 11, 2013
If you want to cut the budget, you want to cut food stamps. But yet, last year alone, we appropriated nearly $18 billion to immigration enforcement agencies.
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