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Yvette Clarke

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Yvette Diane Clarke is a member of the United States House of Representatives, representing New York's 9th congressional district since 2007. A member of the Democratic Party, she has focused on issues such as healthcare, education, and civil rights throughout her tenure. Clarke has been an advocate for affordable housing and has worked on initiatives to improve the quality of life for her constituents in Brooklyn. She is known for her commitment to social justice and community development.

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Mar 16, 2010

We all know that health care costs are unsustainable. They're still crushing families, small businesses and large companies alike. When people lose their jobs, they lose their health insurance. Even people who do have jobs and want…

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Feb 3, 2010

I yield such time as he may consume to the gentleman from Illinois (Mr. Lipinski).

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Feb 3, 2010

Today I rise to offer my amendment to H.R. 4061 and request that it be supported along with the underlying legislation. I first want to commend Chairman Gordon, Ranking Member Hall, and Representative Lipinski, as well as Representative…

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Feb 3, 2010

Let me also thank Congresswoman Fudge for her outstanding work in managing the time of the Congressional Black Caucus, the Special Orders, and for her expertise and talent that she lends to all of the subject matter. This particular…

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Jan 20, 2010

I would like to thank the Chair of the Congressional Black Caucus and member of the Foreign Affairs Committee, the gentlewoman from California (Ms. Lee) for bringing us together, along with the ranking member, for this resolution. Madam…

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Jan 20, 2010

I yield myself such time as I may consume. Madam Speaker, I rise in support of concurring in the Senate amendment to H.R. 730. H.R. 730, the Nuclear Forensics and Attribution Act, was first introduced in the 110th Congress by the gentleman…

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Jan 20, 2010

As you have heard, the measure under consideration is important Homeland Security legislation that has previously received and that again deserves the support of the Members of the House of Representatives. In closing, I encourage my…

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Jan 20, 2010

In closing, I would encourage my colleagues to vote ``aye'' on the pending question. Doing so will allow this important homeland security legislation to be sent to the President's desk for his signature without delay. I yield back the…

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