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Maxine Waters

Maxine Waters
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    In Congress I'm providing leadership to help guide America through this economic crisis, particularly through my work on issues such as housing and financial services.
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  1. Today, I joined my fellow Democratic colleagues in urging The White House to reject House Republican efforts to raise the Medicare elgibility age during ongoing debt negotiations.
  2. Today on the House Floor, Democrats are urging House Republicans to allow the House to vote on extending tax cuts for middle class families and small businesses. Click “like” if you believe Republicans should do the right thing and protect the middle class while fiscal cliff negotiations continue.
  3. I send my love, prayers and best wishes to Nelson Mandela for a speedy recovery. Mandela is one of the world's greatest leaders of our time and has faced adversity on many levels. He is a true symbol of hope and freedom, a champion of human rights and genuine hero to the world.
  4. I was proud to stand with Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi and the Democratic Ranking Members for the 113th Congress this morning.
    Photo: I was proud to stand with Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi and the Democratic Ranking Members for the 113th Congress this morning.
  5. I am deeply humbled to be elected as Ranking Member of the House Financial Services Committee by my Democratic colleagues today. I believe we need a financial system that facilitates economic opportunity and wealth creation for all, and I stand ready to work with my colleagues towards that goal. Click the link below to read my full statement.
  6. Today is World AIDS Day. I have been a leading proponent of legislation to increase funding and research to combat HIV/AIDS and to help those affected by the disease. Let's recommit ourselves to caring for individuals living with HIV/AIDS and rededicate ourselves to finding a cure.
  7. A new report released this week shows that a typical middle class family would see their taxes rise by $2,200, if House Republicans refuse to allow a vote. The middle class tax cut will ensure that taxes do not go up in 2013 on those making less than $250,000 a year, including 98 percent of Americans and 97 percent of small businesses. I am committed to reaching a balanced agreement that puts people to work and strengthens the middle class, while asking the wealthy to pay their fair share.
  8. In case you missed it, I joined CNN's Early Start this morning and discussed the so-called "fiscal cliff" with Deborah Feyerick.
  9. From my family to yours, I would like to wish everyone a safe and happy Thanksgiving!
  10. It was great joining the Golden State Water Compay to distribute turkeys to community-based organizations in my district. It is important that we remember the less fortunate during the holiday season. Let us extend a helping hand and give in the spirit of compassion and humanity.
  11. November is National Diabetes Month. According to the CDC, approximately 28.5 million Americans have diabetes. Click the link below to find out if you or someone in your family might be at risk.
  12. Read my statement in response to the Federal Housing Administration’s annual financial status report issued to Congress today.
  13. ICYMI, here's a video clip of my MSNBC interview from yesterday discussing the "fiscal cliff."

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