Congresswoman Diane Watson

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11/5/2008
Rep. Watson Announces Launch of Panwapa Partnership at the James A. Foshay Learning Center - New Technology Program to Enhance Student Learning Experience - Washington, DC—Rep. Watson announced the launch of a unique education program at the James A. Foshay Learning Center located in the 33rd Congressional District. The program, Panwapa, was launched as part of Rep. Watson’s long term commitment to harnessing technology as an educational empowerment tool and to cultivate local youth as responsible global citizens. Panwapa is produced by Sesame Workshop in partnership with the Merrill Lynch Foundation. ...view more

10/14/2008
Rep. Watson To Host Immigration Information Press Conference - Washington, DC— Rep. Watson will host a press conference on Monday, October 20, 2008 to discuss immigration issues. ...view more

10/9/2008
U.S. House of Representatives Passes Resolution Acknowledging the Goals and Accomplishments of the Youth Impact Program - Washington, DC— In the final days of the 110th Congress, the House of Representatives unanimously passed a resolution (H. Res. 1413) acknowledging the accomplishments and goals of the Youth Impact Program (YIP).  The Youth Impact Program, founded by Riki Ellison, a ten-year veteran of the National Football League and three-time Super Bowl Champion, combines the skills and discipline of football and academics that at-risk minority youth will need to pursue a productive future. ...view more

10/3/2008
Rep. Watson Votes "Yes" on Amended Version of Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008 - Washington, DC—Rep. Watson issued the following statement regarding her vote today on the passage of the amended version of the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008: ...view more