“Republicans just don't get it. Americans have spoken loud and clear on Election Day: They want us to support President Barack Obama's balanced approach to reducing the deficit without hurting American families."
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Representative Charles B. Rangel
Representing the 15th Congressional District of New York
Recently in Press Releases
"military families uphold the principles and values that help build our communities and make this country great. We value their contributions and the sacrifice they make every day. We must expand support to these families and ensure access to the resources that they need."
"World AIDS Day is a time to highlight the progress we have made and outline the work that has to be done to achieve AIDS-free generations in the future. This year's theme for World's AIDS Day is "Working Together for an AIDS-Free Generation."
“This new report by the CBO shows us how critical it is to extend the federal jobless benefits before they expire on December 29th. These benefits help to provide financial security to people who have been laid off due to no fault of their own. They will also generate demand for goods and services.”
"I congratulate the Congressional Hispanic Caucus for issuing an outline that will help guide our nation through a much-needed comprehensive immigration reform. The document, aptly titled "ONE NATION: Principles on Immigration Reform and Our Commitment to the American Dream" is an embodiment of the Democratic commitment to ensuring equal opportunity for everyone in America, including immigrants who make up the fabric of this great country."
"Every child in this country deserves to be part of a loving family with whom he or she can grow, learn, and develop in a safe and nurturing environment. I am very happy for the 2,200 beautiful children who were adopted in New York last year."
"I couldn't agree more with the President. When the American people speak loudly, Congress acts. House Democrats have been ready to work across the aisle to reach a balanced agreement that will create jobs and grow the economy to reduce the debt."
“As more provisions of the Affordable Care Act get implemented, I hope the full extent of how this helps Americans becomes clearer to everyone,” said Rangel, the sponsor of the healthcare reform law. “These new rules outline the benefits that must be included in health insurance plans sold on state exchanges and will control the cost of the premiums.”
Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Charles B. Rangel joined 44 of his Colleagues from New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Delaware, and Pennsylvania in sending a letter to President Barack Obama with several requests to augment federal disaster relief assistance for the FY 2013 and 2014 fiscal budgets.
"I join millions of Americans in sharing our blessings and celebrating them with loved ones, family and friends on this special holiday. This is a time to thank our soldiers, veterans and their families for keeping us safe, and extend ourselves to neighbors who are in need."