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Janice D. Schakowsky is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for Illinois's 9th congressional district since 1999. A member of the Democratic Party, she has been a prominent advocate for various progressive issues, including healthcare reform, women's rights, and consumer protection. Schakowsky has played a significant role in shaping policies related to social justice and economic equality throughout her tenure in Congress.
I wanted to point out what was in the Wall Street Journal today that talks about that, yes, for some sectors of the economy, there has been a recovery. They talk about a two-tier recovery that is going on where wealthier households are the…
What our democracy is based on is the fullest possible participation and Americans have nothing to fear but fear itself. And what I worry about is that there is a fire being instilled that somehow that people, that something could happen…
I thought the suggestion that really takes the cake, that even surprised me was that while we are being told that the world is safer than it was before, we are being told that plans are being considered to postpone the November elections…
I looked at the quote that is here. And generally when there is a quote, it is something inspiring like ``peace on earth, good will toward mankind,'' et cetera. And I read this quote, and it says, ``And if a sparrow cannot fall to the…
Actually, it was reported in Newsweek and other places that there had been a Defense Department study that showed that perhaps as many as a quarter of those troops in battle that were killed or injured would not have been had they had the…
I just wanted to reinforce the point that the Republicans never really liked Medicare, but that continues to this day in spades. When we heard one of the leaders on the other side of the aisle, one of the chief negotiators on this bill, or…
This is a full media branding operation. I am sure all of the Madison Avenue guys are in there figuring out, how many impressions does it take? Who reads their mail? How many people watch television? Oh, yes, it is a very slick ad in time…
This is taxpayer advertising: $9.5 million on television; $3.1 million for newspaper, radio and Internet; and a mailing to 40 million seniors and persons with disabilities, all at taxpayers' expense to explain why this lousy bill is, in…
The administration is spending another $3.1 million for a newspaper, radio, and Internet effort in both English and Spanish. The 30-second ad addresses some of the major criticism of the law, including assertions that it will force seniors…
The words that we want to come out of their mouths is that there will not be any more waivers, and that seeking a job in the private sector, particularly with an industry that you are now regulating in a sense or making decisions about, is…
I wanted to read some of the letters that have come from constituents of mine regarding the war in Iraq, the ongoing war in Iraq... Congress must withhold the $87 billion requested by President Bush until he dismisses the team responsible…
I believe H.R. 2210 will dismantle Head Start and rob single moms of the best early childhood education for their children.
Today I choose to vote present on H. Con. Res. 177. I support our brave soldiers who served or are currently serving in the war against terrorism. Whether they are in Iraq, In Afghanistan, or here at home, I praise our courageous men and…
Section 611 establishes a program for transitional housing assistance for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. ... These tools are critical to allowing women to get back on their feet and to be able to support their children in…
I told them about the President's budget proposal, and they did not appreciate that. ... they are being asked to sacrifice yet again in the form of a $28 billion cut in benefits and in health care.
I cannot support a failed foreign policy. Each and every word of praise and support for our troops in this resolution I wholeheartedly endorse. But as one who believes that this preemptive war that put these brave patriots in harm's way is…
Today, as we remember the victims of 9/ 11 and pay tribute to the fallen heroes who sacrificed their lives to save others, our Nation offers gratitude, comfort and support to the families of those who perished on that tragic day. Our…
Since the Reagan administration, we have been urged by wishful thinkers to deploy a system for which workable technologies does not exist, and now many years and billions and billions of dollars later the Bush administration is still…
I rise with a very sad announcement. Congressman Sidney Yates died last night. Those who loved the arts, who cherish the environment, who struggle for human freedom and dignity lost a hero. Many of us, many of you lost a very dear friend…
One of the more compelling arguments for PNTR is that it will improve the life of Chinese workers and that U.S. companies will export higher wages and better working conditions, but this factual and shocking report says exactly the…
I rise on behalf of senior citizens who cannot afford to pay for their prescriptions. I rise for the children who go to overcrowded and broken down schools. I rise for the people who work full time and still cannot afford health insurance…
He returned to his modest farm, but remained a powerful voice for peace and a relentless ambassador for the needs of Africans and the African continent.
He stood tall and spoke up against African strongmen and brutal dictators like Uganda's Idi Amin and the minority rule in South Africa.
He was committed to his people and was a leader whose only ambition was to build a strong nation and a solid future for Africa.
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