“Congress must pay for the bills it already committed. Republicans who are threatening to force America to default on its debt for the first time in our history will do great damage to our economy, to our middle class, and to our world standing. We must not forget that this type of rhetoric from House Republicans led to the first downgrade of our country’s credit rating, weakened our economy, and cost American taxpayers in 2011."

“President Obama has made the right choice in nominating Jack Lew to serve as our nation's next Secretary of the Treasury – selecting a public servant of dignity and commitment to help spur our economic growth, instill confidence in consumers and the markets, and protect and strengthen the middle class."

“Secretary Hilda Solis has established an extraordinary record as an unflinching advocate for American workers, a dedicated leader for the equality of women in the workplace, a critical voice for Democrats in Congress, and a bold leader in President Obama’s administration."

“Today, President Obama has asked Senator Hagel and John Brennan to stand by him to execute his policies and fulfill his duties as our Commander-in-Chief."

"Yesterday on the floor, I presented several issues that I think we can work together on, extend a hand of friendship to the Republicans to say, let's work together for job creation, for good paying jobs here in America, build our infrastructure, address our energy challenges, Make It In America so America's families can Make It In America; talked about the safety of the American people that we want to, again, we must work together in a bipartisan way in what the President has called the national conversation, Congress' role in that in terms of protecting our children in their schools, in their homes, in their neighborhoods and communities across the country..."

“In committees, on the floor, and in our districts, House Democrats will work every day to strengthen our democracy by creating good-paying jobs here at home, promoting our values of equality and opportunity, and expanding our strong, thriving middle class, as we reduce the deficit,” Leader Pelosi said. “With seats at the table and powerful voices in every hearing, these Members will represent the best interests of our constituents and the highest hopes of the American people.”

“As we enter the new Congress, Americans are calling on us to search for common ground. Upcoming debates should not be used as an opportunity for political brinksmanship that simply serves to undermine consumer confidence, jeopardize job growth, weaken our economy, and risk the economic security of the middle class."

“With today’s announcement, California and a series of other states are moving our nation closer to the day when affordable health insurance is available and accessible to all Americans. The California Health Benefit Exchange will serve as a critical marketplace for millions of middle class Californians and uninsured workers to evaluate private health insurance options, purchase high-quality affordable plans, and secure vital coverage for themselves and their families."

"Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi and the House Democratic women of the 113th Congress today gathered on the steps of the Capitol for a photo opportunity ahead of their official swearing-in on the House floor. With 61 women in the House Democratic Caucus, this group makes history as the largest number of women ever in a party Caucus in the United States Congress."

“For nearly two decades, this landmark measure has brought violence against women out of the shadows, affording women protection against abuse and providing law enforcement with the tools to combat domestic violence. Over the past year, Democrats and Republicans worked to expand these protections to LGBT Americans, immigrants, and Native Americans, yet House Republican leaders failed to bring this bipartisan legislation to the Floor."