May 9, 2013
The education system in our country needs help. But instead of helping education through additional funding, the sequester, which I voted against as a bad idea, cuts education services to the children in our country who are most at risk…
Steve Cohen
The Public Record
Steve Cohen is a member of the United States House of Representatives, representing Tennessee's 9th congressional district since 2007. A member of the Democratic Party, Cohen has been involved in various legislative efforts and has served on multiple committees during his tenure. He is known for his advocacy on issues such as civil rights, healthcare, and education. Cohen has also been vocal on matters concerning the executive branch and its impact on local communities.
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May 8, 2013
Today was one of the saddest days this House of Representatives has probably ever seen. The 40-hour workweek, a great part of our heritage since 1938, destroyed. Don't get overtime, get comp time. Employer decides if you get comp time…
May 7, 2013
Last night, there was historic and important news from the Middle East. For the second time, the Israeli and the Turkish governments met and feel they're close to having an agreement to renew their diplomatic relations, which for 3 years…
Apr 26, 2013
Today, in Memphis, Tennessee, a great lady passed away--a lady who is as fierce, as brave, and as courageous a woman who's ever lived in this country: a lady by the name of Maxine Smith. Maxine Smith was the executive secretary of the…
Apr 25, 2013
Many people have been concerned about the sequester and the effects it has had on airplane flights. And I am, too. People are delayed a half hour, an hour, or whatever, and that's bad. But the biggest thing people ought to be upset about…
Apr 23, 2013
There could be nobody better in this country...to give the opening remarks on the 21st century than Fred Smith.
Apr 23, 2013
It is indeed my honor to be here, and to congratulate the panel on its work and its selection of its first testifier.
Apr 17, 2013
Last night, PBS aired the ``Memphis Soul'' performance recorded last week at the White House. The performance featured many songs that were recorded at Stax Records located in Memphis. In 1998, Memphis civic leaders raised more than $10…
Apr 11, 2013
The gentleman from Ohio mentioned the concert that the President hosted with PBS and the Grammys on Tuesday, and did a poor imitation, I guess, of Justin Timberlake on ``(Sittin' on) the Dock of the Bay.'' It was a phenomenal shout-out to…
Apr 10, 2013
I figured it was, and it's just unbelievable. And last week it was cold. I mean, I had my winter suit when I went home, and I brought my summer stuff here today. The heat does have effects, and you brought up some of the other issues. It's…
Apr 10, 2013
I just want to thank you for your leadership, and it's been an honor to join you today on the floor on this issue. It's important to be addressed.
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