Rep. Wasserman Schultz praises the passage of H.Res 568 and Secretary Panetta’s announcement of additional funding for the Iron Dome WASHINGTON — Today, U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-20) praised two great achievements for Israel’s security and American foreign policy priorities: “I applaud two significant developments today that strengthen Israel’s security: the passage of H.Res […]
The battle to prevent child drownings in Broward County has received a big boost from a local philanthropist — and continued attention from one of its better-known politicians. The Harry T. Mangurian Jr. Foundation announced Monday that it will be donating $500,000 toward swimming lessons in Broward County over the next three years, with preference toward children 9 and […]
WASHINGTON – Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-20) released the following statement today after President Obama declared his support for marriage equality: “Today, we take a historic step forward in the decades-long march for civil rights. With President Obama’s statements, LGBT Americans in South Florida and throughout the nation can confidently look to a future in […]
WASHINGTON – Today Reps. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-20) and Ileana Ros-Lehtinen (FL-18) introduced a resolution in honor of Hadassah’s Centennial and released the following statement: “As the largest Jewish organization in America, and one of the largest women’s volunteer organizations in the world, Hadassah has truly lived up to its biblical mission of Aruchat Bat […]
Statement on President Obama’s Support of Marriage Equality WASHINGTON – Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-20) released the following statement today after President Obama declared his support for marriage equality: “Today, we take a historic step forward in the decades-long march for civil rights. With President Obama’s statements, LGBT Americans in South Florida and throughout the […]
WASHINGTON – Today, Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-20) made the following statement in honor of May as Jewish American Heritage Month: “I am delighted that this May we celebrate the seventh annual Jewish American Heritage Month, a time to honor the myriad contributions the Jewish community has made to the cultural fabric of the United […]
Davie, Fla. – The cost of attending college could soon be a lot more expensive for current students and incoming freshman. Interest rates for Stafford student loans are set to double to 6.8 percent on July 1 if Congress doesn’t act now. On Monday, Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-20) hosted a press conference at Broward […]
Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz made the following statement in response to the news that Fatah and Hamas have announced plans for a unity government: “I am watching with caution and concern the recent announcement by Fatah and Hamas that they plan to form a Palestinian unity government. The United States would embrace such an arrangement […]
WASHINGTON – Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-20) released the following statement marking Israel’s Independence Day, Yom Ha’atzmaut: “On this 64th anniversary of Israel’s independence, I am delighted to congratulate the people of Israel as your friends around the world celebrate Israel’s resilience, beauty, and strength. This is a time to commemorate and honor the rich […]
MIAMI – Today Vice President Joe Biden was in South Florida to tour a portion of Everglades National Park and talk about the Administration’s plans for funding restoration projects. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz released the following statement: “I am pleased Vice President Biden is touring the Everglades today to underscore the Administration’s ongoing commitment to […]