Press Releases

Washington, D.C. (July 20, 2012) — Rep. Jan Schakowsky released the following statement today in response to the shooting of innocent moviegoers at a theater in Aurora, Colorado:

"My deep condolences today are extended to all those who had a loved one killed, injured or terrorized by the senseless, horrifying tragedy in Aurora, Colorado.

Washington, D.C. — (July 19, 2012) Rep. Jan Schakowsky (D-IL) gave the following statement today on the House floor to draw attention to the HIV/AIDS epidemic in the United States and abroad ahead of the XIX International AIDS Conference:

"The International AIDS Conference could not be returning to America at a better time. This year's conference could mark the turning point in the HIV/AIDS epidemic. Advances in research are finally allowing us to picture the possibility of a generation that is free from this disease.

Despite great promise, there is still much to do.

July 19, 2012

Mr. Lawrence F. Probst III

Chairman

United States Olympic Committee

1 Olympic Plaza

Colorado Springs, CO 80909

Dear Mr. Probst:

I am disappointed to hear that at a time when so many Americans are out of work, the manufacture of Team USA's Jormal uniforms for the 2012 Olympics was outsourced to China. American manufacturing has always been a vibrant thread in the fabric of our nation's history, and our athletes should be wearing uniforms with Made in America labels.

Washington, D.C. — (July 18, 2012) Rep. Jan Schakowsky (D-IL) released the following statement today after a terrorist attack on an Israeli tour bus in Bulgaria left at least 7 dead and more than 20 wounded:

"I am deeply saddened by today's despicable terrorist attack against Israeli tourists in Bulgaria that killed and injured innocent men, women, and children. My thoughts and prayers are with the families, friends and loved ones of those who were senselessly massacred.

WASHINGTON, DC (July 18, 2012) — Today Rep. Jan Schakowsky (D-IL) joined over 40 members of the Congressional Progressive Caucus (CPC) in introducing the Deal for All — a resolution that states that any deal on taxes and spending must be a balanced proposal that does not shift the burden of deficit reduction to the middle class and those who aspire to it.

Washington, D.C. (July 11, 2012) — Today, Rep. Jan Schakowsky released the following statement after House passage of H.R. 6079, the Patients' Rights Repeal Act:

Washington, D.C. (July 11, 2012) — Today, Rep. Jan Schakowsky released the following statement following a press conference with House Democrats to discuss additional bills added to Democrats' Make It In America plan:

"Today I was proud to stand with my Democratic colleagues as we released a slate of proposals that will help our businesses and our neighbors 'make it in America.'

WASHINGTON, DC (July 6, 2012) — Today Rep. Jan Schakowsky (D-IL) and 11 members of the Illinois Congressional delegation sent a letter to the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services in support of funding for the National Runaway Switchboard (NRS) to continue to serve as the national communication system for runaway and homeless youth.