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Grace Meng

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Grace Meng is a member of the United States House of Representatives, representing New York's 6th congressional district since 2013. A member of the Democratic Party, she made history as the first Asian American woman elected to Congress. Throughout her tenure, Meng has focused on various issues, including education, healthcare, and public media funding. She has been an advocate for local stations and has expressed concerns about the impact of federal funding cuts on public media infrastructure.

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May 16, 2013

As I watch the farm bills move forward in the House and Senate, I am very saddened at the disregard for my most vulnerable constituents--our fellow Americans. Cutting another of our Nation's safety nets will only serve to further the…

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Apr 24, 2013

It is clear that STEM education is playing a vital role in America's economy.

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Apr 24, 2013

Without them, small firms would be left without the workforce they need to innovate and grow.

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Apr 24, 2013

Finding workers to fill these positions will be essential, both to the companies in these sectors and the overall competitiveness of America's economy.

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Apr 24, 2013

Education is the foundation of America's economy, providing the tools for discovery and the skills to participate in an evolving global economy.

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Feb 27, 2013

Increased coordination between agencies--including a One-Stop Shop--will help more small businesses access the tools they need to export.

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Feb 27, 2013

The Ex-Im Bank is a self-supporting entity that promotes foreign trade through its credit and loan guarantees.

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Feb 27, 2013

Free trade agreements, especially NAFTA and others with Latin American countries, promote exports and jobs here in the U.S.

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Feb 25, 2013

There are obviously very disturbing trends in Egypt that must be closely monitored.

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Feb 25, 2013

I, too, am concerned about the reports of rape and attacks on women protesters.

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Feb 13, 2013

Many of the groups opposing this bill also oppose Nonprofit Security Grant funding, historic preservation grants, and parochial school funding after Katrina. They oppose Federal assistance that helped rebuild the Trinity Parish Episcopal…

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Feb 12, 2013

Small businesses are the engines that drive our economy.

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Feb 12, 2013

They are responsible for creating 65% of net new jobs in the past 17 years.

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Feb 12, 2013

I am honored to be here today and I welcome the opportunity to be a member of this important committee.

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Feb 4, 2013

Hamas is not a partner for peace. Hamas is not close to being a partner for peace.

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Jan 15, 2013

I strongly support the H.R. 152, made in order by this rule. But the rule itself is flawed. It allows amendments that would negatively impact the middle class. We should not offset disaster aid by cutting funding for veterans, food safety…

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