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Post by bot on Dec 4, 2016 20:04:22 GMT -5
Hoyer Congratulates Leaders of the Congressional Progressive Caucus for the 115th Congress
WASHINGTON, DC - House Democratic Whip Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement today congratulating the leaders of the Congressional Progressive Caucus for the 115th Congress:
“The Members of the Congressional Progressive Caucus (CPC) continue to be among the fiercest defenders in the Congress of every American’s right to achieve the American Dream, and I look forward to working closely with its newly elected leadership slate for the next two years. I congratulate Co-Chairs Raul Grijalva and Keith Ellison and First Vice-Chair Mark Pocan on their re-election as well as the next CPC Whip, Rep. Matt Cartwright. With the CPC’s leadership, House Democrats will continue to fight for equal justice, equal opportunity, and equal dignity for every American.
“With Republicans about to control both Chambers of Congress and the White House, it will be up to House Democrats to oppose their efforts to implement a radical agenda that would take America backward. We will stand firm in our defense of critical programs like Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security, and we will fight to protect the progress we have made in recent years, including bringing access to health care to 20 million Americans through the Affordable Care Act. We will also work to be the voice of American workers and their families as they seek higher wages and greater access to economic security. The CPC will play a crucial role in the 115th Congress as we oppose any misguided policies proposed by Donald Trump and Congressional Republicans that endanger the future of our country.”
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