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I was deeply moved by the message delivered by Pope Francis this morning to a Joint Meeting of Congress. His words focused on dialogue and the moral imperatives of shrinking poverty, compassion, embrace of immigrants through recognition of our common history as descendants of immigrants and the urgency of taking care of our air, the environment and nature. Read more »

U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-23) released the following statement after Pope Francis’ address to a Joint Meeting of Congress. Her special guest was former U.S. Rep. Gabby Giffords:“I was deeply moved by the message delivered by Pope Francis this morning to a Joint Meeting of Congress. His words focused on dialogue and the moral imperatives of shrinking poverty,… Read more »

From my family to yours, I wish you a shana tovah and g'mar tov – a happy and sweet new year. May you and those close to you be inscribed for another year in the Book of Life. Read more »

This bill is possibly the most dangerous bill for women's health to come to the House Floor this Congress. Read more »

As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, we honor the Hispanic community's countless contributions to our nation. For generations, this community has reaffirmed their strong commitment to family, education, faith, and work ethic, thereby becoming a vibrant part of our melting pot of cultures. Read more »

As one year comes to an end and another begins, we gather with our families to reflect on the past and look forward to what the New Year will bring. It is an opportunity to recommit ourselves to the values of teshuvah, tefillah, and tzedakah. Read more »

As one year comes to an end and another begins, we gather with our families to reflect on the past and look forward to what the New Year will bring. It is an opportunity to recommit ourselves to the values of teshuvah, tefillah, and tzedakah. Read more »

Today our nation marks the solemn anniversary of September 11, 2001. We will never forget the loved ones our nation lost that tragic day. We carry them with us in our daily lives, in our decision-making, and in our thoughts. We will remember, forever, the sacrifices made by so many. Read more »

These false and widely-discredited attacks from Republican men against a women's health organization are abhorrent and reckless – but their recklessness will not stop there. Read more »

On Labor Day we celebrate America's hardworking men and women who are the backbone of this nation. Their contributions to the United States are invaluable – both in their tireless work and their advocacy for the workplace protections that provide dignity on the job, enable prosperity for our families, and allow more Americans the opportunity for a middle class life. Read more »