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Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz made the following statement today on the passing of Geraldine Ferraro: Today America lost a great woman and a true trailblazer. Traditional gender roles were shattered when, in 1984, then Congresswoman Geraldine Ferraro was picked to be the Vice-Presidential nominee for the Democratic Party.  Mothers called their daughters and people stopped […]

Q: What do educating kids, national security, seniors and jobs have in common? A: They’re all victims of the 2011 Budget passed by House Republicans. During the past month, I have met with people throughout South Florida who are deeply concerned about our community, our safety and our future. A few weeks ago, I listened […]

March 12, 2011 Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz made the following statement following a terrorist attack that killed five Israelis in the West Bank: “I am saddened and appalled by the murder of five Israelis in their home in the West Bank. It is an even more heinous act to have murdered innocent children. This inexcusable […]

Japan Earthquake: Statement and Resources March 11, 2011 Rep. Wasserman Schultz made the following statement in the wake of the devastating 8.9-magnitude earthquake and resulting tsunami: “My thoughts and prayers are with the people of Japan and all those affected by the devastating earthquake and catastrophic tsunami that has ravaged Japan’s east coast. I offer […]

March 8, 2011 Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz made the following statement in recognition of the 100th anniversary of International Women’s Day, which falls within Women’s History Month: “Today, we recognize the 100th International Women’s Day, which falls during National Women’s History Month. It is an opportunity to pay tribute to the indelible contributions women have made […]

Last week Congress spent hours debating a spending bill House Republicans put forward to continue funding the government. Right up until the final vote at 4:40 a.m. Saturday morning, they claimed it was in the name of deficit reduction. Unfortunately, it’s just the opposite when they pile on additional legislation that actually costs money. Aimlessly […]

February 23, 2011 Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz released the following statement today after President Obama ordered the Department of Justice to stop defending the constitutionality of the Defense of Marriage Act in federal courts: “I celebrate today’s decision by President Obama and Attorney General Holder to stop defending the unconstitutional ‘Defense of Marriage Act’ (DOMA) […]

February 19, 2011 Congresswoman Wasserman Schultz praised the Obama Administration on today’s Security Council veto and urged the Palestinians to recommit to the peace process: “Today, the Obama Administration once again demonstrated its strong support for Israel and its unwavering commitment to a lasting peace between the Israelis and the Palestinians. By using our nation’s […]

“For the past two weeks the world has heard a truly momentous grassroots call for democracy from the streets and squares of Egypt. Today, with the resignation of President Mubarak, the voices of the people of Egypt were finally heeded. “As an important regional partner for the United States, it is vital that we work […]