Media

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:

July 19, 2012

Mr. Lawrence F. Probst III

Chairman

United States Olympic Committee

1 Olympic Plaza

Colorado Springs, CO 80909

Dear Mr. Probst:

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: