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Larson Statement on January Job Creation

February 3, 2012

WASHINGTON – House Democratic Caucus Chairman John B. Larson (CT) released the following statement today after the Department of Labor announced that the economy added 243,000 jobs last month and the unemployment rate fell to 8.3 percent. This marks the 23rd consecutive month of private sector job growth:

Larson Statement on the Retirement of Congressman Heath Shuler

February 2, 2012

WASHINGTON –House Democratic Caucus Chairman John B. Larson (CT) released the following statement on the decision by Congressman Heath Shuler (D-NC) to not seek reelection this year:

“From his tireless representation of his North Carolina constituents to his leadership of the Blue Dog coalition, Heath has been a terrific Member and a strong voice for our economy and the entrepreneurs that help make our nation great.

Larson Statement on Black History Month

February 2, 2012

WASHINGTON –House Democratic Caucus Chairman John B. Larson (CT) released the following statement recognizing Black History Month, which begins today:

Larson Announces Retirement of Caucus Executive Director George Shevlin

January 24, 2012

WASHINGTON – Today, House Democratic Caucus Chairman John B. Larson (CT) announced the retirement of the Caucus’s Executive Director, George Shevlin, and thanked him for 20 years of outstanding service to the U.S. House of Representatives.

Larson Statement on Departure of Rep. Giffords From Congress

January 23, 2012

WASHINGTON – House Democratic Caucus Chairman John B. Larson (CT) released the following statement on the decision by Congresswoman Gabby Giffords to retire from Congress to focus on her recovery:

“Gabby Giffords commitment to her constituents, service to the country, tremendous strength, and message of civility is an inspiration to us all.

“She will be sorely missed in the House. I wish her, and her husband Mark, all the best as they focus on her recovery. I hope she will be able to return to the public service she loves soon.”

Democratic Task Force on Fair Governance Calls For Election Reform On 2nd Anniversary of Citizens United Decision

January 21, 2012

WASHINGTON – To mark the 2nd anniversary of the Supreme Court Citizens United decision, which set free a flood of unlimited money in politics, House Democratic Caucus Chairman John B. Larson (CT) and the Members of the Democratic Caucus Task Force on Fair Governance called for immediate reform of how U.S. elections are funded.

Larson Statement on Congressman Maurice Hinchey

January 19, 2012

WASHINGTON – House Democratic Caucus Chairman John B. Larson (CT) released the following statement on the decision by Congressman Maurice Hinchey (NY-22) to not seek reelection:

“For twenty years Maurice Hinchey has been a tireless voice for working families in upstate New York and across the country and an outstanding advocate for renewable energy and our environment.

“He is a great colleague and a terrific member of Congress who will be sorely missed. But we wish him, and his entire family, all the best in retirement.”

House GOP Walks Away From America's Middle Class

December 21, 2011

This morning, Democratic Whip Steny Hoyer and Rep. Chris Van Hollen went to the House Floor to simply ask for a vote on a bipartisan bill that passed the Senate 89 to 10 to extend the payroll tax cut for 160 million American workers and unemployment benefits for 2.3 million people looking for work, and ensure access for 48 million seniors to their doctors. Yet instead voting on this critical bill, Republicans literally walked away from helping middle class Americans. Watch:

Democratic Caucus Weekly Update - December 18, 2011

December 18, 2011

Last week, House Republicans had an opportunity to end the political theater and join the President and Congressional Democrats to prevent a tax hike on middle class Americans. Yet instead of working to find a bipartisan compromise, House Republicans offered a bill filled with poison pills that was too extreme to pass the Senate and become law.

Democratic Caucus Weekly Update - November 26, 2011

November 26, 2011

As we stop to offer thanks this year, too many Americans are suffering. With the economy continuing to struggle, and the Supercommittee behind us, it’s time for Congress to focus on the number one issue on Americans minds: Jobs.

Even on Halloween GOP Can’t Disguise 300 Days of their No Jobs Agenda

October 31, 2011

Today marks the 300th day House Republicans have spent protecting their jobs in the majority instead of having a jobs agenda for our country.

House Democrats Go Big & Bold on Jobs and Deficit Reduction

October 13, 2011

House Democrats are deeply committed to a big, bold, and balanced plan to create jobs and reduce the deficit. We know job creation is America’s top priority and job creation equal deficit reduction. That’s why today, 16 Democratic Ranking Members of House Committees recommended plans to the Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction to create jobs and cut the deficit.

The Time for Jobs is Now

September 26, 2011

There is no doubt that creating jobs and growing our economy is America’s top priority.

The fourteen million Americans who are looking for work cannot wait. They are our neighbors, our friends, and our family members. And they deserve the simple dignity that only a job can bring.

Yet over 260 days have passed since the GOP has been in control of the House without a single jobs bill.

Remembering 9/11 Through Service

September 8, 2011

This Sunday, our nation will come together to observe the 10th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks. Together, Americans will remember the lives lost in the attacks, pay tribute to the first responders who heroically saved so many, and honor the men and women in our armed and intelligence services who have served over the past 10 years. To commemorate this solemn and important day, the President is calling on Americans to participate in charitable service and remembrance activities. To find volunteer opportunities near you visit Serve.gov.

Larson Statement on January Job Creation

February 3, 2012

WASHINGTON – House Democratic Caucus Chairman John B. Larson (CT) released the following statement today after the Department of Labor announced that the economy added 243,000 jobs last month and the unemployment rate fell to 8.3 percent. This marks the 23rd consecutive month of private sector job growth:

Larson Statement on the Retirement of Congressman Heath Shuler

February 2, 2012

WASHINGTON –House Democratic Caucus Chairman John B. Larson (CT) released the following statement on the decision by Congressman Heath Shuler (D-NC) to not seek reelection this year:

“From his tireless representation of his North Carolina constituents to his leadership of the Blue Dog coalition, Heath has been a terrific Member and a strong voice for our economy and the entrepreneurs that help make our nation great.

Larson Statement on Black History Month

February 2, 2012

WASHINGTON –House Democratic Caucus Chairman John B. Larson (CT) released the following statement recognizing Black History Month, which begins today:

Larson Announces Retirement of Caucus Executive Director George Shevlin

January 24, 2012

WASHINGTON – Today, House Democratic Caucus Chairman John B. Larson (CT) announced the retirement of the Caucus’s Executive Director, George Shevlin, and thanked him for 20 years of outstanding service to the U.S. House of Representatives.

Larson Statement on Departure of Rep. Giffords From Congress

January 23, 2012

WASHINGTON – House Democratic Caucus Chairman John B. Larson (CT) released the following statement on the decision by Congresswoman Gabby Giffords to retire from Congress to focus on her recovery:

“Gabby Giffords commitment to her constituents, service to the country, tremendous strength, and message of civility is an inspiration to us all.

“She will be sorely missed in the House. I wish her, and her husband Mark, all the best as they focus on her recovery. I hope she will be able to return to the public service she loves soon.”

Democratic Task Force on Fair Governance Calls For Election Reform On 2nd Anniversary of Citizens United Decision

January 21, 2012

WASHINGTON – To mark the 2nd anniversary of the Supreme Court Citizens United decision, which set free a flood of unlimited money in politics, House Democratic Caucus Chairman John B. Larson (CT) and the Members of the Democratic Caucus Task Force on Fair Governance called for immediate reform of how U.S. elections are funded.

Larson Statement on Congressman Maurice Hinchey

January 19, 2012

WASHINGTON – House Democratic Caucus Chairman John B. Larson (CT) released the following statement on the decision by Congressman Maurice Hinchey (NY-22) to not seek reelection:

“For twenty years Maurice Hinchey has been a tireless voice for working families in upstate New York and across the country and an outstanding advocate for renewable energy and our environment.

“He is a great colleague and a terrific member of Congress who will be sorely missed. But we wish him, and his entire family, all the best in retirement.”

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