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Joseph Crowley is a former Democratic member of the U.S. House of Representatives, representing New York's 14th congressional district from 2013 until 2019. Prior to that, he served New York's 7th congressional district from 1999 to 2013. Crowley was known for his work on issues such as healthcare, education, and economic development. He held various leadership positions within the Democratic Party, including serving as the chair of the Democratic Caucus in the House. In 2018, he was defeated in a primary election by Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, which marked a significant shift in the political landscape of the district.
Mr. Speaker, I just want to mention that this is not only on one side, there are Members on the other side who I am working with... We need to pass this amendment so that seniors can get the prescription drugs that they need at a rate of…
I have a constituent in Queens, New York, who pays $409 for a 3-month supply of Prilosec for his wife. The same drug, the same dosage, same everything, would cost him $184 in Canada. But it is illegal for him to purchase this medication in…
As a veteran of Hell's Kitchen, I went to Power Memorial High School in Hell's Kitchen, so we have that in common. As a veteran of World War II, as a veteran of academia, as a veteran of four administrations serving as a cabinet official…
Mr. Chairman, as the sponsor of this amendment, let me say that I am somewhat surprised at the support that this amendment has received from the other side of the aisle. I am astounded, quite frankly. I appreciate the support of many of…
earlier this year, working with the House Committee on Government Reform's minority office and the gentleman from California (Mr. Waxman), the gentlewoman from New York (Mrs. Lowey) and myself conducted a study of the cost that seniors in…
Today, most American families receive their health coverage from managed care providers. In recent years, physician and patients have lost control over this market due to the rapid consolidation of managed care organizations. I am a proud…
I speak today to express my strong opposition to the back room deal that resulted in the FY 2000 Supplemental package being attached to the FY 2001 Military Construction Appropriations bill. As with H.R. 3908, the original House version of…
I rise today with colleagues from both sides of the aisle... These important services assist individuals and families financially--not forcing them to choose between housing and medicine.
the housing provided by HOPWA allows people to improve the quality of their lives and access to life extending care. With the longer life span comes the need for more assistance both in medical care and in housing. No person should have to…
I rise in support, in strong support, of the Lowey amendment. School renovation and construction is of the utmost importance to our children and to the future of our country. My colleague from New York has been a leader in the fight for…
hard working Americans should not be forced to liquidate their holdings and sell off the businesses their fathers or grandfathers started in order to pay their estate taxes. The estate tax, while only affecting a relatively small number of…
Although I am for free and fair trade, as well as engagement with China, now is not the time for permanent normal trade relations. China has simply not matured enough politically or economically to have permanent normal trade relations…
I rise today to condemn the actions of the Iranian government for their treatment of the 13 Iranian Jews they now hold. Numerous Members of this body and the international community have come forward to express their outrage at this…
I am opposed to the Kasich, Condit, Shays, Frank, Bachus, DeFazio amendment to withdraw our troops from Kosovo before the completion of their vital mission in the Balkans. The U.S. has committed a great deal of men, material and money to…
I strongly support H.R. 3293, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Authorization. I congratulate Congressman Elton Gallegly, the sponsor of this important legislation to commemorate those brave men and women who fought in Vietnam. I signed on to…
Today, National Teacher's Day, we honor our nation's teachers and recognize the lasting contribution they make in our children's lives. Teachers are fundamental to the future successes of our children. They inspire our children to learn…
this year more than 200,000 American women will be diagnosed with breast and cervical cancer. These women are our mothers, our sisters, our friends, and our colleagues. I am proud to be a cosponsor of the bipartisan Breast and Cervical…
I support H.R. 3313, the Long Island Sound Restoration Act. I congratulate Representative Nancy Johnson for crafting this bi-partisan legislation that represents an excellent step in the right direction towards cleaning up and maintaining…
I too rise with a heavy heart this morning to express my profound sorrow at the passing of John Cardinal O'Connor. As the leader of the largest archdiocese in the Nation, Cardinal O'Connor was an active participant in the debate about the…
All of New York will miss Cardinal O'Connor. I speak for all my constituents, both Catholic and non-Catholic alike. He was a man who touched the heart and soul of every person in this country and in this world, and the world is lesser for…
Tomorrow we celebrate World Health Day. Unfortunately, though, too many of the world's women have no cause for celebration. Nearly 600,000 women die each year from pregnancy and childbirth-related complications. That is one woman every…
before I begin, I would first like to thank Congressman Lantos for taking the lead on this important Resolution. As a survivor of the horrors of the Nazi regime, he knows better than anyone on the International Relations Committee or in…
it is with great respect and profound admiration that I rise today to recognize the 179th anniversary of Greek Independence. March 25th is a date that will live forever in the hearts and minds of Greeks and Greek-Americans. On March 25…
I think this is, I say to the gentleman, in all honesty, long overdue. We have to go back to teaching civics. We have to go back to teaching responsibility. We have go back to teaching on self-worth. How can a child have respect for others…
I hate to keep harkening back to my own problems back in New York. It is sometimes difficult for me to imagine, though, how children who are being taught in hallways, are being taught in closets, or school rooms that were once bathrooms…
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