Press Releases
December 18, 2001
December 13, 2001
DECEMBER 13, 2001
SCHAKOWSKY: H.R. 1, THE FIRST STEP ON THE ROAD TO EDUCATION REFORM
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Representative Jan Schakowsky (D-IL) said today that H.R. 1, the Better Education for Students and Teachers Act, is "a strong, positive step toward a new education system that focuses on preparing our youth to make our world the best it can be." H.R. 1, a comprehensive education reform legislation, was adopted overwhelming by the House.
SCHAKOWSKY: H.R. 1, THE FIRST STEP ON THE ROAD TO EDUCATION REFORM
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Representative Jan Schakowsky (D-IL) said today that H.R. 1, the Better Education for Students and Teachers Act, is "a strong, positive step toward a new education system that focuses on preparing our youth to make our world the best it can be." H.R. 1, a comprehensive education reform legislation, was adopted overwhelming by the House.
Below is Schakowsky's Congressional Record statement:
December 12, 2001
DECEMBER 12, 2001
SCHAKOWSKY DENOUNCES
TERROR IN ANY FORM
WASHINGTON, D.C. - In reaction to the latest attacks in Israel and reports of threats against a mosque in Los Angeles and a member of Congress by the Jewish Defense League, U.S. Representative Jan Schakowsky (D-IL) today denounced all forms of terrorism.
SCHAKOWSKY DENOUNCES
TERROR IN ANY FORM
WASHINGTON, D.C. - In reaction to the latest attacks in Israel and reports of threats against a mosque in Los Angeles and a member of Congress by the Jewish Defense League, U.S. Representative Jan Schakowsky (D-IL) today denounced all forms of terrorism.
"I condemn terrorism in all forms," Schakowsky declared.
December 11, 2001
DECEMBER 11, 2001
SCHAKOWSKY SALUTES HOUSE ACTION ON LEGISLATION TO HELP VETERANS
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Representative Jan Schakowsky (D-IL) today hailed the approval by the House of the Homeless Veterans Assistance Act and the Veterans Benefits Act. She said, "I believe that veterans who served our country deserve the fairest treatment available and that our national priorities must recognize the contributions of all military personnel. This Congress should remain committed to our veterans and work to ensure that they are provided the best possible service."
SCHAKOWSKY SALUTES HOUSE ACTION ON LEGISLATION TO HELP VETERANS
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Representative Jan Schakowsky (D-IL) today hailed the approval by the House of the Homeless Veterans Assistance Act and the Veterans Benefits Act. She said, "I believe that veterans who served our country deserve the fairest treatment available and that our national priorities must recognize the contributions of all military personnel. This Congress should remain committed to our veterans and work to ensure that they are provided the best possible service."
Below is Schakowsky's Congressional Record statement:
December 11, 2001
DECEMBER 11, 2001
DANGER AHEAD: SOCIAL SECURITY PRIVATIZATION IS BREAKING THE PROMISE
WASHINGTON, D.C. - I am pleased that the House is considering H.Con.Res. 282, a resolution stating our commitment to maintain the promise of Social Security by guaranteeing lifetime, inflation-proof benefits to current and future beneficiaries.
DANGER AHEAD: SOCIAL SECURITY PRIVATIZATION IS BREAKING THE PROMISE
WASHINGTON, D.C. - I am pleased that the House is considering H.Con.Res. 282, a resolution stating our commitment to maintain the promise of Social Security by guaranteeing lifetime, inflation-proof benefits to current and future beneficiaries.
I am not surprised that we feel the need to do so tonight in light of today's dangerous recommendations by the President's Social Security Commission, that we feel the need to reaffirm our commitment to Social Security on the same day that the Commission is suggesting that we break that promise.
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December 4, 2001
DECEMBER 4, 2001
SCHAKOWSKY PARTICIPATES IN MEMORIAL SERVICE ORGANIZED
BY JUF/JEWISH FEDERATION FOR VICTIMS OF WEEKEND TERRORIST ATTACKS IN ISRAEL
CHICAGO, IL -- Now we know; now we understand. As Americans, we know. We see the people running down the street in panic and it looks all too familiar. Now we know.
SCHAKOWSKY PARTICIPATES IN MEMORIAL SERVICE ORGANIZED
BY JUF/JEWISH FEDERATION FOR VICTIMS OF WEEKEND TERRORIST ATTACKS IN ISRAEL
CHICAGO, IL -- Now we know; now we understand. As Americans, we know. We see the people running down the street in panic and it looks all too familiar. Now we know.
We hear the sirens and see the dead and injured, and as much as thought we knew, now we know.