Press Releases
New Democrats Unveil Agenda for Improving U.S. Infrastructure and Strengthening Manufacturing
Discuss Proposals and Job Creation with President Obama's Jobs Council Chair Jeffrey Immelt Today, the New Democrat Coalition met with Jeffrey Immelt, Chairman of the President's Council on Jobs and Competitiveness, to collaborate on ideas for creating private sector jobs and helping American businesses and workers compete in the global marketplace. During the meeting with Immelt, the New Democrats unveiled an agenda to foster economic growth and job creation based on policies that … Continue Reading
May 24, 2011
New Dems Discuss the Future of Education in a Global Economy with Teacher Union President Randi Weingarten
Group discusses ideas to meet America's education needs Today, members of the New Democrat Coalition met with Randi Weingarten, President of the American Federation of Teachers (AFT), to discuss reauthorization of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA). The meeting with Weingarten is part of an ongoing dialogue between the New Dems, education community leaders and stakeholders on the need to fix our education system to better prepare students for college and jobs in the global … Continue Reading
May 10, 2011
New Dems Call on Agencies to Revise Proposed Fiduciary Rule
Proposed DOL ruling would hurt Americans using IRAs to save for retirement Nearly 30 Members of the New Democrat Coalition sent a letter to the Department of Labor, the Securities and Exchange Commission, and the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission expressing concern over a recent proposed ruling that would negatively impact Americans with Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) and other retirement and savings plans. In the letter, led by Representatives Carolyn McCarthy (NY-4) and … Continue Reading
May 04, 2011
New Dem Chair Encouraged By Progress on Pending Trade Agreements
Today, Congressman Joseph Crowley (NY-7), Chair of the New Democrat Coalition, released the following statement in response to the letter from United States Trade Representative Kirk to House and Senate leaders on the progress of the pending trade agreements: "The New Democrats are encouraged by the Obama Administration's continued progress toward enactment of a comprehensive trade agenda that includes the pending bilateral trade agreements - Korea, Panama and Colombia - and Trade Adjustment … Continue Reading
May 03, 2011
New Dems Discuss Education Reform with Michelle Rhee
Collaborate on shared goal of preparing students to compete for jobs in the global economy Today, Members of the New Democrat Coalition met with Michelle Rhee, founder of StudentsFirst and former Washington, D.C. Schools Chancellor, to discuss the upcoming reauthorization of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA). Under the leadership of the New Democrat Coalition Education Task Force Co-Chairs, Representatives Susan Davis (CA-53) and Jared Polis (CO-2), the New Dems are … Continue Reading
April 15, 2011
New Democrats’ Unveil Priorities for Housing Finance Reform
Proposals include winding down Fannie and Freddie, preserving access to affordable loans and strengthening taxpayer protections Today, the New Democrat Coalition released a set of principles to guide the work of the Coalition on Housing Finance Reform. Under the leadership of the New Dem Financial Services Task Force Co-Chairs Congressmen Jim Himes (CT-4) and Gary Peters (MI-9), the New Dems believe it is time to fix America's housing finance market to better serve American families and … Continue Reading
April 13, 2011
New Democrats Statement on President Obama’s Deficit Reduction Plan
Today, leaders of the New Democrat Coalition, chaired by Congressman Joseph Crowley (NY-07), released the following statement on President Obama's Deficit Reduction Plan: "We share the President's belief that deficit reduction must be a shared responsibility among all Americans. Everything should be on the table, including meaningful tax reform, identifying wasteful defense spending, and finding ways to make our entitlement programs solvent. Unfortunately, House Republicans came out of the … Continue Reading
April 06, 2011
New Dems Encouraged by Colombia Deal
Today, leaders of the New Democrat Coalition, led by Congressman Joseph Crowley (NY-7) and the New Dem Trade Task Force Co-Chairs Congressmen Adam Smith (WA-9) and Jim Moran (VA-8), released the following statement in response to the Administration's announcement of a deal with Colombia to move forward with the United States-Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement: "The New Democrats are very encouraged by the Obama Administration's announcement of an action plan that creates a clear path forward … Continue Reading
March 25, 2011
New Democrats Applaud Moderate Senators' Education Principles
Today, the New Democrat Coalition Education Task Force, led by co-chairs Representatives Susan Davis (CA-53) and Jared Polis (CO-2), released the statement below following the release of the Senate Moderate Democrats Working Group's A Call for Urgency: Statement of Principles to fix the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA): "As our economy continues to stabilize and we work to achieve economic growth that is sustainable in the long-term, we cannot overlook the need to make reforms to … Continue Reading
February 14, 2011
New Democrats Respond to the President’s Budget? ??
Today, leaders of the New Democrat Coalition, chaired by Congressman Joseph Crowley (NY-07), released the following statement regarding President Obama's Fiscal Year 2012 budget: "We appreciate President Obama's efforts to design a budget that balances the need to cut spending without stifling our nation's economic recovery. Now more than ever we need to focus on smart programs that foster long-term economic growth and support private sector-led job creation. From initiatives that help … Continue Reading
January 25, 2011
New Democrats Applaud President Obama's State of the Union
Coalition is positioned to lead on key policy areas outlined in speech Today, leaders of the New Democrat Coalition, chaired by Congressman Joseph Crowley (NY-07), released the following statement in response to President Obama's State of the Union Address: "We applaud President Obama for addressing the nation tonight and putting forward a vision focused on achieving sustainable economic growth and ensuring the prosperity of American families and businesses - today and tomorrow. "The New … Continue Reading
January 20, 2011
New Democrat Coalition Announces New Leadership, Members and Agenda for the 112th Congress
Yesterday, Members of the New Democrat Coalition announced the election of its leadership for the 112th Congress, welcomed five new members and unveiled reorganized policy task forces to guide its work this Congress. With a unanimous vote, Congressman Joseph Crowley (NY-7) was re-elected as Chair of the 43 Member Coalition. Congressman Ron Kind (WI-3) and Congresswoman Allyson Schwartz (PA-13) were also re-elected as Vice-Chairs of the Coalition. In addition, Congressman Jim Himes (CT-4) and … Continue Reading
January 06, 2011
New Democrats’ Statement on the Announcement of William Daley as White House Chief of Staff
Today, leaders of the New Democrat Coalition, led by Congressman Joseph Crowley, released the following statement upon the announcement by President Obama of William Daley as the new White House Chief of Staff: "We welcome the appointment of William Daley to the position of White House Chief of Staff. Bill has a keen understanding of our economy and knows how to successfully collaborate and negotiate the tough challenges we are facing in the global economy. His long record of accomplishment, … Continue Reading
December 21, 2010
New Dems Applaud House Passage of America COMPETES Act
Continued investments in innovation & science vital for American competitiveness Today, Members of the New Democrat Coalition joined their colleagues in the House to pass the America COMPETES Reauthorization Act of 2010 (H.R. 5116), clearing the way for the President to sign this historic bipartisan legislation into law. The New Democrat Coalition, under the leadership of the Innovation and Competitiveness Task Force Co-Chairs Congressmen Ron Kind and Rush Holt, has long called for the … Continue Reading
December 07, 2010
New Dem Small Business Priorities Included in Tax Proposal
Bonus Depreciation, Research and Development tax cuts will boost investment, growth and job creation Today, leaders of the New Democrat Coalition, led by Congressman Joseph Crowley (NY-7), released the following statement upon the President's announcement of the inclusion of business incentives in the tax proposal: "As our economy continues to rebuild and expand, proposals that provide American businesses with long-term certainty about their tax obligations are vital to fostering job growth … Continue Reading
December 03, 2010
New Democrats Applaud Proposed Korea-U.S. Free Trade Agreement (KORUS)
Pact gives American exporters access to millions of new customers and a growing market. Today, leaders of the New Democrat Coalition, led by Congressman Joseph Crowley (NY-7) and the New Dem Trade Task Force Co-Chairs Congressman Adam Smith (WA-9) and Congressman Jim Moran (VA-8), released the following statement regarding President Obama's announcement that a deal has been reached with Korea to facilitate passage of the trade agreement between our two countries: "We welcome today's … Continue Reading
December 01, 2010
New Democrats' Statement on the Fiscal Commission Report
Today, leaders of the New Democrat Coalition, led by Congressman Joseph Crowley, released the following statement regarding the report to reduce the deficit issued by the National Commission on Fiscal Responsibility and Reform: "If we are going to fully rebuild and expand our economy, we must both get our fiscal house in order and make key investments that will foster long-term economic growth and help get Americans back to work. This difficult task requires compromise and tough decisions, … Continue Reading
September 23, 2010
New Dems Applaud Passage of Small Business Bill
Bill boosts small business lending and reduces the tax burden on American small businesses Today, leaders of the New Democrat Coalition, led by Representative Joseph Crowley (NY-7), released the following statement upon passage of the Small Business Lending Fund Act of 2010 (HR 5297): "Today's passage of the Small Business Lending Act by the United States House of Representatives provides much-needed support for American small businesses, the engine of the U.S. economy. By passing this … Continue Reading
July 21, 2010
New Democrats Praise Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Law
New law includes 20 New Dem ideas for reform Today, leaders of the New Democrat Coalition led by Chair Congressman Joseph Crowley (NY-07) and the New Dem Financial Services Task Force Co-Chairs Congresswoman Melissa Bean (IL-08) and Congressman Jim Himes (CT-04) released the following statement upon the President signing the Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (H.R. 4173) into law:?? "Millions of Americans lost their jobs, homes, and hard-earned savings following the market … Continue Reading
July 15, 2010
New Dems Applaud Senate Passage of Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Conference Report
Today, leaders of the New Democrat Coalition led by Chair, Congressman Joseph Crowley (NY-07) and the New Dem Financial Services Task Force Co-Chairs Congresswoman Melissa Bean (IL-08) and Congressman Jim Himes (CT-04), released the following statement upon the Senate's passage of the Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act of 2009 Conference Report (H.R. 4173): ? "Today's passage of the Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Conference Report by the Senate moves us towards finally … Continue Reading