(Washington, DC) – Today, Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-20) introduced H. Con Res 323, a resolution to ensure Holocaust survivors live with dignity, comfort and security. More than 120,000 Holocaust survivors are living in the United States. These individuals embraced the American dream,...
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First CODEL to Meet with Netanyahu and Abdullah Following Start of Peace TalksAmman, Jordan — Tuesday, Reps. Rush Holt (NJ-12), Steve Israel (NY-2) and Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-20) met with King Abdullah of Jordan. Earlier this week they met with...
Today, Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz strongly condemned anti-Israel statements made by former Cuban President Fidel Castro.Castro’s comments, which were distributed by the Cuban government were as follows: “The hatred felt by the state of Israel against the Palestinians is such...
The loss of life that occurred off Israel’s coast early Monday morning was tragic and regrettable. At this difficult time, it is vital that the international community not inflame the situation with condemnations and unjust criticism of Israel.We must stand...
(Washington, DC) – This May marks the United States’ fifth annual celebration of Jewish American Heritage Month, a time dedicated to celebrating the achievements and contributions Jewish Americans have made and continue to make in American culture and society.“The foundation...
In Remarks to Zionist Organization of America, Rep. Wasserman SchultzDefends Israel, Pledges to Stand Against IranWashington, DC – The relationship between Israel and the United States must remain strong and we must stand united against Iran, Rep. Wasserman Schultz stressed...
Holocaust Remembrance Day Time to RememberThat What We Do Makes a DifferenceToday, on Yom HaShoah, the 65th anniversary of the liberation of the Nazi concentration camps, we remember the millions of men, women, and children, who perished at the hands...
(Washington, DC) -- Vice President Biden went to Israel to underscore the strength of the U.S.-Israel relationship, to mark the beginning of the new round of proximity talks, and to make it abundantly clear that preventing a nuclear-armed Iran is...
Rep. Wasserman Schultz leads a delegation to Yad Vashem, the Israeli holocaust museum. Meets with Israeli Prime Minister, Egyptian, Turkish, and Palestinian Authority officials (Washington, DC) -- Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-20), is leading a congressional delegation trip to Egypt,...
(Washington, DC) -- Yesterday, Members of Congress held a very productive meeting with the newly elected Prime Minster of Israel, Benjamin Netanyahu. The meeting dealt with a wide variety of issues, primarily focused on the threat of a nuclear Iran...
(Washington, DC) -- Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-20) made the following statement today on the Resolution on Gaza which she cosponsored in the House of Representatives. The resolution went on to pass by 390-5:“I am proud to be a cosponsor...
(Washington, DC) -- Rep. Wasserman Schultz released the following statement on the Senate's failure to pass the Iran Sanctions, Accountability, and Divestment Act:“I am extremely disappointed by the partisan politics of Senate Republicans who blocked H.R.7112, the Iran Sanctions, Accountability...
(Washington, DC) -- May is the month the nation recognizes the contributions made by American Jews. Jewish American Heritage month was first recognized in 2006 after legislation was adopted that U.S. Senator Arlen Specter and I initiated. For the 3rd...
(Washington, DC) -- Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-20) released the following statement on the developing situation in Israel: "Over the past few days, it has pained me to hear the unfair and unjust criticism of Israel as she strives to...
(Washington, DC) -- The cultural contributions of American Jews will be recognized throughout the month of May, as the United States officially recognizes the second annual Jewish American Heritage Month. The purpose of Jewish American Heritage Month is to promote...
(Washington, DC) -- Chief Deputy Majority Whip Eric Cantor (R-VA) released the following statement today to discuss the Capitol Hill screening and special showing of the documentary "Obsession: Radical Islam's War Against the West". Congressman Cantor's own cousin, Daniel...
(Washington, DC) -- Congresswoman Wasserman Schultz made the following statement regarding the recent acts of aggression against Israel:"I am following the rapidly changing events in the Middle East with deep concern, and I want you to know that as...
April 20, 2006 Thursday Miami Herald BY BETH REINHARD In a history-making moment, President Bush is expected next week to proclaim May of every year as Jewish American Heritage Month. The proclamation will be the culmination...
(Washington, DC) -- The Forward, a nationally recognized American Jewish newspaper established in 1897, has named Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz as one of the 50 most influential leaders in the American Jewish community for 2005. This year's list features such...
December 16, 2005 Friday Miami Herald BY BETH REINHARD Quick, who was Judith Resnik? If President Bush heeds Thursday's congressional resolution urging him to designate January as Jewish History Month, schoolchildren across the nation may learn that...
