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Nita Lowey

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Nita M. Lowey was a prominent Democratic politician who served as a U.S. Representative for New York's 17th congressional district from 1999 until 2021. She was the first woman to chair the House Appropriations Committee, a position she held from 2019 to 2021, where she played a crucial role in shaping federal budgetary decisions and funding allocations. Throughout her tenure, Lowey was known for her advocacy on issues such as healthcare, education, and women's rights, and she worked to secure funding for various programs benefiting her constituents and communities across the nation.

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Mar 8, 2017

The proposed budget cuts would be far reaching and catastrophic.

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Mar 8, 2017

Would you share with us the administration's position on imposing new sanctions, and does the administration have a coordinated international strategy on imposing sanctions against Russia?

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Mar 8, 2017

Do you think conflicts of interest of the Secretary of State's dealings in Russia, or the fact that there are 38 new trademarks in China, is that something worth looking at?

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Mar 8, 2017

If our goal is to promote peace, combat poverty, and provide humanitarian assistance where needed, we have to encourage U.N. reform.

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Mar 8, 2017

I am pleased that you are reaching out to the private sector. I am pleased that you are reaching out to foundations.

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Mar 8, 2017

Unfortunately, the administration has taken every opportunity to contradict your statements.

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Mar 8, 2017

It would be a mistake to pull back from these investments and that is why we have prioritized those countries in the House bill.

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Mar 8, 2017

On April 18, you wrote to the Congress to certify that the conditions of the Iran Nuclear Agreement Review Act of 2015 were met as of that date.

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Mar 8, 2017

I look forward to continuing our good, straightforward relationship. This is a wonderful Committee. It is so very important.

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Mar 8, 2017

I am dumbfounded when I watch the news and continue to see the President appeasing Mr. Putin.

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Mar 8, 2017

Specifically, during recent news reports, that the White House has instructed the executive departments and agencies to ignore or not to respond to official requests from ranking members of subcommittees of jurisdiction and Members of the…

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Mar 8, 2017

These cuts would close the door on Americans who are learning the skills to earn a better life.

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