Washington, DC – U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-23) issued the following statement in response to the shooting deaths and injuries at Planned Parenthood in Colorado Springs: “Jennifer Markovsky. Ke’Arre Marcell Stewart. Garrett Swasey. “On Friday in Colorado Springs, they were murdered by a fanatic with a gun. As I spent this past holiday weekend […]
Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz Floor Statement on Violence in Israel 22 October 2015 | As Prepared for Delivery “Mr. Speaker, I rise today to express strong support for the people and nation of Israel and to wholly condemn the horrific acts of violence targeting innocent civilians. My heart goes out to the families of the […]
Wasserman Schultz, Ellmers Statement on American Cancer Society’s New Breast Cancer Guidelines Washington, DC – U.S. Reps. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-23) and Renee Ellmers (NC-02) issued the following statement following the American Cancer Society release of new breast cancer screening guidelines today: Rep. Wasserman Schultz: “While I am pleased to see the American Cancer Society’s […]
Wasserman Schultz Statement on Recent Violence in Israel Washington, DC – U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-23) issued the following statement after several violent attacks in Israel: “I am deeply disturbed and saddened by the recent horrific violence in Israel. I condemn in the strongest terms the actions directly targeting innocent civilians, including children. My […]
Washington, DC – U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-23) issued the following statement to mark October as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month: “Today marks the beginning of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Like so many others who have been affected by this disease, this month holds a deep and personal significance for me and my […]
Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz Floor Statement Opposing Defund Planned Parenthood Act of 2015 September 18, 2015 As Prepared for Delivery Mr. Speaker, I rise today in strong opposition to the Defund Planned Parenthood Act of 2015. This bill is possibly the most dangerous bill for women’s health to come to the House Floor this Congress. […]
Washington, DC – U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-23) issued the following statement in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month: “As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, we honor the Hispanic community’s countless contributions to our nation. For generations, this community has reaffirmed their strong commitment to family, education, faith, and work ethic, thereby becoming a vibrant […]
Last week, we sent out a survey asking for people’s thoughts on the first six months of the Republican Congress. Their grade so far? F Usually with surveys like this, you don’t get to see all the responses. Well I can tell you that 92% of you said Republicans are “utterly failing to address issues […]
Amendments Pass as Part of CJS FY16 Bill and JVTA Omnibus Bill Washington, D.C. – U.S. Representative Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-23) released a statement on her two amendments’ passage as part of the Commerce, Justice, and Science Appropriations bill: “As an appropriator, I am deeply committed to funding programs that will improve the lives of […]
Wasserman Schultz sees danger in new Florida abortion waiting period By Anthony Man, Sun-Sentinel The newest Florida state government move to restrict abortion, a 24-hour waiting period, is an unneeded government intrusion into women’s lives and, U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz of Weston warned Monday, will increase suffering for women and their children. […]