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Danny K. Davis is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for Illinois's 7th congressional district since 1997. A member of the Democratic Party, he has focused on issues such as consumer protection and social justice throughout his tenure. Davis has been an advocate for legislation aimed at addressing telemarketing fraud and ensuring honesty in sweepstakes, highlighting his commitment to protecting consumers.
Last week all of Chicago and all of those who read the Chicago Sun Times were shocked at the death of Steve Neal. Steve Neal was one of the premier political columnists in the country. I was particularly shocked because I was scheduled to…
On Sunday I had the opportunity to participate in a tremendous ceremony, the naming of a dining hall at the church that I attend on a regular basis. We named it the Charlie H. Murray, the Reverend Charlie Murray, who is the pastor emeritus…
I rise to congratulate Bankers Life and Casualty Company on their 125th anniversary, which will occur on June 17, 2004. Established in 1879, Bankers Life and Casualty Company is one of the most esteemed insurance companies in the United…
I did not have the opportunity to serve with Representative McCloskey, but from listening to the accolades that have been given to him by his colleagues who did serve with him and know him, it is clear that he was not only honorable, but…
Just as the seniors in Texas and all across the country are concerned about prescription drug coverage and the action of the conferees, so are those in Illinois. I met with a group of seniors on Saturday, and they are waiting in…
On Saturday I attended a funeral in my community, a funeral of an outstanding American, one who spent time in Vietnam, who served his country, but then who came back and was a quiet, gentle man. He raised a great family, served as an…
H.R. 2210 will dismantle the most effective of all Great Society programs, Head Start.
I would simply close by suggesting that my mother always used to tell us if we knew better, we would do better. I would hope as men become more aware as this kind of information proliferates, we will find men going to see their physicians…
I would also agree with my colleagues who have suggested that if we can spend much of our time, energy, and effort trying to make sure that there is a world order with peace and security, then the African continent is one of those places…
I think we have heard a great deal of debate, and we understand the merits of this legislation. It is unfortunate we did not have a bill last week that would have covered all of the seniors looking for relief under Medicare. I certainly…
Down-size, out-source, privatize, erode, dismount, turn back the clock, all buzz words which characterize the thought and actions of many of our Republican colleagues. And now Medicare is on the hit list. And our seniors are being told…
Absolutely. And one does not have to be on Medicare or Medicaid to feel the bite.
Mr. Speaker, I am going to note it is a pleasure to see as many children in the Chamber as there are to see this bipartisan legislation being approved. I would reiterate that there is nothing more important that America could do than to…
Patsy Mink was a great American, a great representative for this body, and thousands of people all over the world were inspired by her. Long before I became a Member of Congress, I was inspired by Patsy Mink.
Come May 31, unemployment compensation benefits are going to run out or expire for over 1 million workers in America who have lost their jobs. Last week this House passed a whopping tax break for the wealthiest 5 percent in our country…
In closing, let me just suggest that we have heard some of the issues surrounding continuation of the civil service. We have heard some of the problems and complexities of working for government. We have heard about some things that we…
I want to commend again the gentleman from Massachusetts (Mr. Markey) for providing the opportunity for this moment. I believe that it is moments like this on the floor of this House that speak to the greatness of this Nation and how…
I will simply close by stating that my mother used to say that a penny saved is a penny earned and my father used to say if one takes care of their nickels, the dimes will take care of themselves. It seems to me, that kind of logic is…
As I was about to come over, there was a young man in my office visiting one of my staffers, Lance Corporal Jason C. Smedley, and he was proudly displaying his Purple Heart. He had been wounded in an attack in An Nasiriya, Iraq, on March…
In Chicago, an electrocardiogram is misread and the patient dies of a heart attack. A rare heart disorder is mistaken for a back strain and kidney stone. The patient dies. Both of these cases are about real people and real pain. In both…
I am pleased to join in strong support of this amendment in tribute to Patsy Mink. But more importantly, I support this amendment because it speaks more directly to the needs of needy families than H.R. 4, families who need opportunities…
Like many others, I waited to hear Secretary of State Colin Powell. I must confess that it was interesting to hear, watch, and to see; but I did not see anything that is going to cause me to change my position that there is no need to go…
I have been told that he who lives by the sword shall eventually die by the sword. The first call that I got this morning was from a woman named Barbara Mullarkey who said, ``Danny, vote for peace.'' I rise in strong support of the Lee…
I am so glad that the people of the Seventh District, like many people throughout America, have no compunctions letting you know where they stand. For the last week I have been getting telephone calls, e-mails, i-mails, people stopping me…
But I really rise to pay tribute to a grand lady of my community, Miss Julia Fairfax, 93 years old, who passed away just last week. The amazing thing about her, though, is she was actively engaged and involved with all levels of community…
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