South Florida Representatives Sworn In During Local Ceremony

Fort Lauderdale, FL, January 23, 2015
I'm honored to begin my sixth term in Congress, and I thank the people of Florida's 23rd District for entrusting me to be their voice and their vote in Washington. Even in these divisive political times, I pledge to my constituents that I will continue reaching across the aisle to advance legislation that improves their lives and strengthens our economy, said Congresswoman Wasserman Schultz.
Today, Representatives Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-23), Lois Frankel (FL-22), and Frederica Wilson (FL-24) were sworn in as Members of the U.S. House of Representatives for the 114th Congress. 
The swearing-in ceremony took place at the Broward County Courthouse and included a performance by the Gay Men’s Chorus of South Florida and Presentation of Colors by the Ft. Lauderdale Police Department Honor Guard. Dr. Fred Lippman of Nova Southeastern University welcomed guests before an invocation was given by Rabbi Adam Watstein of Temple B’Nai Aviv. The Oath of Office was administered by U.S. District Judge Beth Bloom.
“I’m honored to begin my sixth term in Congress, and I thank the people of Florida’s 23rd District for entrusting me to be their voice and their vote in Washington. Even in these divisive political times, I pledge to my constituents that I will continue reaching across the aisle to advance legislation that improves their lives and strengthens our economy,” said Congresswoman Wasserman Schultz. 
“It is a privilege to work on behalf of the South Florida community I love alongside my neighboring colleagues who are outstanding allies,” said Congresswoman Frankel. “I look forward to our continued work together to keep social security and Medicare secure, stand up for our veterans, and grow bigger paychecks for hardworking families." 
“I am honored to have been elected by the people of the 24th Congressional District for a third term to be their voice in the United States House of Representatives. I will continue to fight for better paying jobs and putting Americans back to work, economic development, immigration reform, and affordable and quality healthcare and education. As the representative for one of the most diverse districts in the country, I am working for my constituents and the American people who need Congress to put aside partisan politics and work together to improve the quality of life for all of the citizens of this great nation,” said Congresswoman Wilson. “Let us move forward with the lessons from yesterday as a guide to build a better tomorrow.” 
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