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Rep. Waters Statement on the Passing of Bill Withers
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Rep. Waters Statement on the Passing of Bill Withers

Sentinel News ServiceApril 5, 2020

“I am among the millions of fans around the world who are mourning the loss of a musical genius and rhythm and blues legend: the incomparable Bill Withers. Bill Withers’ music is a part of the soundtrack of our lives. He chronicled the joy of deep and enduring love when he sang ‘Just the Two of Us,’ and voiced the pain of profound heartache when he sang ‘Ain’t No Sunshine.’ He lifted our spirits when he declared that today would be a ‘Lovely Day,’ and inspired strength and hope when he sang ‘Lean on Me.’

2020 Census Alert: A Message from Rep. Maxine Waters
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2020 Census Alert: A Message from Rep. Maxine Waters

April 1, 2020

Congresswoman Maxine Waters (CA-43), Chair of the House Financial Services Committee, issued an urgent message to the community about the 2020 U.S. Census on April 1st, which is recognized across the country as Census Day. “Whether you are a student, parent, veteran, senior, or working professional, this message is for you! Your household will receive an invitation to fill out a short questionnaire from the U.S. Census Bureau in the mail. It is imperative that you complete this form and respond to the Census Bureau online, by phone, or by mail. “The 2020 Census will be used to determine the

Rep. Waters Demands U.S. State Department Provide Immediate Assistance for Americans Stranded in Morocco
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Rep. Waters Demands U.S. State Department Provide Immediate Assistance for Americans Stranded in Morocco

March 19, 2020

In direct response to calls from her constituents, Congresswoman Maxine Waters (CA-43), Chairwoman of the House Financial Services Committee, sent a letter to U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo demanding that the Department provide immediate assistance to a resident of the 43rd District as well as approximately 3000 American citizens who are stranded in Morocco. The Trump administration has failed to provide guidance and assistance to Americans who are stranded in Morocco following the Moroccan government’s decision to close its border in response to the coronavirus pandemic. “It is absolutely shameful and utterly unconscionable that, in the time of a

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Donald Trump, Bill Barr and Roger Stone should be Sharing a Jail Cell

Sentinel News ServiceFebruary 21, 2020

Congresswoman Maxine Waters (CA-43) issued a statement on Attorney General Bill Barr’s decision to recommend leniency in the sentencing of Roger Stone, one of Donald Trump’s closest advisors, who was found guilty on seven federal counts, including obstructing official proceedings, making false statements to Congress, and witness tampering:

Rep. Waters: Impeached President, Illegitimate Acquittal
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Rep. Waters: Impeached President, Illegitimate Acquittal

LAWT News ServiceFebruary 7, 2020

“Today’s illegitimate acquittal is fitting for a dishonorable, unpatriotic, dangerous, illegitimate, and impeached president. Anyone who lends any credence to the idea that this unlawful outcome serves as a credible exoneration of Donald Trump is an enemy to the rule of law and the Constitution.

Congresswoman Maxine Waters Honored with Award at LMU’s annual King Celebration
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Congresswoman Maxine Waters Honored with Award at LMU’s annual King Celebration

Sentinel News ServiceFebruary 6, 2020

Congresswoman Maxine Waters (CA-43rd District) delivered the keynote speech and was named the second recipient of the University’s Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Award for Excellence in the Advancement of Social Justice before a capacity crowd during a ceremony held in the campus’ Saint Robert’s Auditorium this past Thursday, January 23.

Black History: Its Meaning, Message and Forward Motion Dr. Maulana Karenga
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Black History: Its Meaning, Message and Forward Motion Dr. Maulana Karenga

Dr. Maulana KarengaFebruary 6, 2020

As we contemplate various ways to celebrate Black History Month, we must ask ourselves how do we pay proper hommage to this sacred narrative we know as Black History?  How do we think and talk about this, the oldest of human histories and about the fathers and mothers of humanity and human civilization who made it? And how do we honor the lives given and the legacy left in and on this long march and movement through African and human history?

House Honors the Memory of Kobe Bryant and the Victims of the Tragic Helicopter Crash
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House Honors the Memory of Kobe Bryant and the Victims of the Tragic Helicopter Crash

Sentinel News ServiceJanuary 30, 2020

Congresswoman Maxine Waters (CA-43) and Congressman Harley Rouda (CA-48) led members of the California Delegation in a moment of silence on the House Floor in honor of Kobe and Gianna Bryant, John, Keri, and Alyssa Altobelli, Sarah and Payton Chester, Christina Mauser, and Ara Zobayan, who were killed in a tragic helicopter crash on Sunday. 

Rep. Waters on Midnight Mitch McConnell’s Sham Impeachment Trial Rules
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Rep. Waters on Midnight Mitch McConnell’s Sham Impeachment Trial Rules

Sentinel News ServiceJanuary 24, 2020

Congresswoman Maxine Waters (CA-43) issued a statement on Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell’s partisan rules for the impeachment trial of Donald Trump, which will operate on a greatly compressed schedule in the dark of night, and, for the first time in U.S. history, will proceed without a guarantee for material witnesses and documents:

Rep. Waters Statement on the Appeals Court Ruling that a Provision of Obamacare is Unconstitutional
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Rep. Waters Statement on the Appeals Court Ruling that a Provision of Obamacare is Unconstitutional

LAWT News ServiceJanuary 3, 2020

“I am deeply disappointed by the decision of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 5th Circuit to support the Republicans in their relentless campaign to repeal Obamacare and strip away its protections for people with pre-existing conditions.  This case is further evidence that Republicans will stop at nothing to strike down Obamacare and take away health coverage from millions of Americans.

Happy Holidays from Rep. Maxine Waters
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Happy Holidays from Rep. Maxine Waters

Congresswoman Maxine WatersDecember 19, 2019

Happy holidays to all of the families in the 43rd District and the entire Greater Los Angeles community! I am so grateful to have spent this holiday season sharing in the spirit of giving with so many organizations who are ensuring that our neighbors who are need of support have an enjoyable holiday season.