Speeches
- Pelosi: Auto Legislation a Jump Start for an Industry Essential to Our Country’s Economic Health “Today we are considering legislation not as life-support to sustain a dying industry, but a jump start for an industry that is essential to our country’s economic health." 12/10/2008
- Pelosi Remarks at Opening Ceremony of the Capitol Visitor Center “As both Members and visitors enjoy the educational benefits of Capitol Visitor Center, we will be inspired to explore new paths and to write new chapters in our nation’s great history." 12/02/2008
- Pelosi Remarks at U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree Lighting “There is nothing more beautiful than the excitement of children, both young and old, as a decorated tree is lit for the first time." 12/02/2008
- Pelosi Welcoming Remarks at Bipartisan New Member Dinner “With great confidence in your abilities, and great faith in the future, your constituents have sent you to these halls to represent them." 11/17/2008
- Pelosi Statement on House Floor: ‘We Must Win This Vote for Mr. and Mrs. Jones on Main Street’ “While the focus has been on the Dow Jones and Wall Street, we are addressing the real pain felt by Mr. and Mrs. Jones on Main Street. They are why we must pass this legislation today." 10/03/2008
- Pelosi: We Have to Have a Bipartisan Vote on This; That is the Only Message That Will Send a Message of Confidence to the Markets “We have to have a bipartisan vote on this. That is the only message that will send a message of confidence to the markets. So I hope, I know that we will be able to live up to our side of the bargain. I hope the Republicans will, too." 09/30/2008
- Pelosi Remarks at 2009 Presidential Inaugural First Nail Ceremony “On January 20, 2009, Americans and citizens of the world will again turn their attention to the steps of this Capitol to listen to a new President and that leader’s vision for a renewed America." 09/24/2008
- Pelosi: ‘Energy Legislation a Bold Step Forward That Will Help End Our Dependence on Foreign Oil’ “Americans believe: it’s time for an oil change." 09/16/2008
- Pelosi Remarks at 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony “Once again, we gather to observe the unforgettable horror of 9/11. We gather to convey our deepest sympathy to the families of 9/11, many of whom turned their grief into strength to make America safer." 09/11/2008
- Pelosi Statement on House Resolution Calling on China to Cease Human Rights Abuses Ahead of Olympics “I rise today in strong support of this resolution calling on the Chinese government to end its human rights abuses so that the Olympic Games can take place in an atmosphere that honors the Olympic traditions of freedom and openness." 07/30/2008
- Pelosi: ‘Today, the New Direction Congress Asserts Our Responsibility to Protect Children from Dangerous Toys’ "I salute this as a bipartisan effort on the part of our nation’s most valuable resource, our children, because it is our duty to protect them." 07/30/2008
- Pelosi Statement on Bill to Free Our Oil from Government Stockpile “This is good for the American taxpayer: by exchanging light crude oil for the less expensive heavy crude, this legislation will potentially raise over $840 million in revenues." 07/24/2008
- Pelosi Addresses Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority During Unity Day March "I am proud to accept this Unity Day Resolution with gratitude for the commitment of the nine Greek-letter organizations of the National Pan Hellenic Council to strengthening our nation." 07/17/2008
- Pelosi Statement on DRILL Act “Two oilmen in the White House, $4-plus a gallon at the pump. The President is sitting on 700 million barrels of oil that would bring down that price at the pump. Free our oil, Mr. President; ‘use it or lose it’ to our oil companies; end speculation that is driving up the price; protect the American consumer." 07/17/2008
- Pelosi: With Override of President’s Veto, Congress Will Strengthen Medicare for America’s Seniors "So here we are again today to come back to have an overwhelming bipartisan vote in the Congress of the United States, in the House of Representatives, to say to the American people that we understand the challenges they face and we will override the President’s veto and strengthen Medicare for America’s seniors." 07/15/2008
- Pelosi Floor Statement on FLAME Act “This critical legislation is an opportunity to provide consistent assistance and structure for relief in these times of emergency." 07/09/2008
- Pelosi Keynote Address to National Association of Latino Elected Officials Conference “Thank you, NALEO, for all you do to bring Latino Americans closer to their American Dream." 06/26/2008
- Pelosi: Floor Statement on FISA “We take an oath of office to protect and defend the Constitution from all enemies foreign and domestic. In that Preamble to that Constitution, we must provide for the common defense. Essential to honoring that commitment to protect the American people is to have the operational intelligence that will help us do that." 06/20/2008
- Pelosi Addresses CARICOM During Caribbean Heritage Month “The relationship between the United States and our Caribbean neighbors is based on our shared interest of stability in the region, prosperity and democratic values." 06/19/2008
- Pelosi Floor Statement on Supplemental Appropriations Bill "This war has not made the region more stable; it has not made our country safer; and it has undermined our capability to protect the American people. It should come to an end safely, honorably, responsibly, and soon." 06/19/2008