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Sunday, August 27, 2006
Remembering the Victims and Heroes of Hurricane Katrina
Thursday marks the one year anniversary of the most devastating natural disaster in American history. This week, I will travel to New Orleans to join Gulf Coast citizens in prayer and reflection, but also to offer a plan to help rebuild the region.
Sunday, May 07, 2006
Teachers are the Stewards of Our Children’s Future
This week we pay tribute to some of the most important individuals in our nation: our educators. Teachers hold the future of America in their hands. They teach our children to read, to write, to calculate, to sing, to paint, to listen, to question, to work with others, and to think for themselves. Most of us owe our teachers a great debt, not only for our education in the classroom, but for inspiring and encouraging us to be and do better. I hope Marylanders will join me in honoring our teachers and recognizing the lasting contributions they make to our communities.
Sunday, March 05, 2006
Celebrating Women, Building the Future
In 1987, I worked with my colleagues in Congress to pass a resolution designating the month of March as “Women’s History Month.” During this month we celebrate the legacy of achievement of American women.
Sunday, February 12, 2006
Bush Budget Another Example of Misguided Priorities
In five years, the Bush Administration has turned record budget surpluses into deficits as far as the eye can see, including a projected deficit of $354 billion next year. Deficits are not merely arbitrary numbers; they have a real effect on the ability of Maryland families to meet future challenges.
Sunday, November 13, 2005
Fighting for Maryland’s Families in Need
Next week, Republicans in the House of Representatives plan to offer a budget plan that cuts $50 billion in federal spending for student loans, Medicaid, food stamps, and child support enforcement.
Friday, August 05, 2005
The 109th Congress: So Far, Not So Good
Over the past seven months the 109th Congress has been notable only for its failure to address the issues that are truly important to the American people...
Thursday, March 31, 2005
Students Encouraged to Participate in Arts Competitions
Maryland’s Fifth Congressional District is fortunate to have a number of rewarding Arts programs at the high schools in Southern Maryland.
Saturday, January 08, 2005
Three Year Anniversary of No Child Left Behind Marks Major Funding Shortfalls
Three years ago, on January 8, Democrats and Republicans joined together to pass the No Child Left Behind (NCLB) Act to give every American child the opportunity for a quality education.
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