Today, House Republicans have once again proven that they are more interested in scoring political points than in bipartisan governance. Instead of agreeing to a Senate version of the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) that passed with considerable Republican support, my Colleagues have decided to deliberately make it harder for immigrant, Native American, and LGBT victims of domestic violence to get their due recourse against their aggressors. This is both an affront to the rights of the abused and a classic case of blaming the victim instead of giving them the opportunity to defend themselves.
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Representative Charles B. Rangel
Representing the 15th Congressional District of New York
Recently in Press Releases
I applaud the good work done by Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, as well as that of our local organizations that work in tandem with the SNAP program to help feed New York families. The efforts of the Food Bank for New York City, the Yorkville Common Pantry, and the Bailey House have been particularly vital in providing food to the families who need it.
Women help provide the bedrock for America's families and communities, and their health is a top priority for our nation. During National Women's Health Week we reaffirm our commitment to providing affordable healthcare for women and making sure insurance companies cannot consider being a woman a 'pre-existing condition.'
I am proud to welcome President Obama to Northern Manhattan. It's a tremendous honor to have the President come to our district to address Barnard's graduating class about the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead in a world that is being shaped by women leaders more than ever.
College students are the future engine of our nation. They are the ones who will continue to make this country great in the years ahead. We should make affording education easier for them to meet the challenges that this country faces in times to come. This bill will help to pave a smooth road ahead for our children and grandchildren as they fulfill the promise of the American Dream.
The May 10 Agreement joined American moral values and trade policy. By promoting more efficient trade while expanding access to healthcare in developing nations, it let the world know that the American government is not at the service of Wall Street.
There are 1300 elderly men and women in East Harlem alone who depend on Meals-on-Wheels to remain healthy and independent. It's morally wrong for Republicans to insist on taking away my constituents' next meal to give tax subsidies to Big Oil. Republicans need to work with Democrats to find a solution to our nation's debt problem without devastating the most vulnerable Americans.
"Career transition assistance is much-needed relief for those New Yorkers who have lost their jobs in the wake of the economic downturn," said Rangel. "Federal investments like these are the key to restarting growth and putting money back in the pockets of the American people."
With this action America takes another step on its path to recovery. By supporting our small businesses, we can ensure that American job growth will continue and our economy will remain the world's largest and most vibrant.
"Congressman Charles Rangel released the following statement on National Teachers Appreciation Week, which takes place May 7-11, 2012, recognizing the dedication and tireless efforts of our teachers in educating America's students."