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Mar 2, 2009: Statement from Ellen R. Malcolm on the Nomination of Gov. Kathleen Sebelius for Secretary of Health and Human Services
"I am so pleased to congratulate Governor Kathleen Sebelius on her nomination as the next Secretary of Health and Human Services. With over 48 million Americans still uninsured and millions more scraping by, this nation needs a strong, innovative leader to reach across the aisle and fix our broken health care system. In her years as governor and insurance commissioner, Secretary-designate Sebelius proved her effectiveness by helping to modernize Kansas's health care system and extend health care to those who need it most. She will bring the same determination to our country's health care crisis and work with President Obama as he strives to make quality, affordable health care a reality for every American."
Feb 24, 2009: Statement from Ellen R. Malcolm on the Confirmation of Secretary of Labor Hilda Solis
"Today, I congratulate Secretary Hilda Solis and wish her well as our new Secretary of Labor. Along with the thousands of EMILY's List members who petitioned Senate Republicans standing in her way, I am heartened to see the Senate confirm Solis and put progress ahead of partisan politics. It is critical that the Department of Labor have a strong, intelligent, and effective leader like Secretary Solis to advocate for our nation's workers during these tough economic times."
Feb 6, 2009: Statement from Ellen R. Malcolm on the Nomination of Rep. Hilda Solis as Secretary of Labor
"With nearly 600,000 jobs lost in the last month alone, we need to do everything we can to get our economy back on track -- and Hilda Solis is going to play a critical role. The questions have been answered and it's time for the Senate to approve this nomination."
Feb 4, 2009: WOMEN VOTE! to Mobilize Voters for Illinois Special Election
As the nationwide voter mobilization and education project of EMILY’s List, WOMEN VOTE! will reach out to key voters in the Chicago-area district through an extensive mail program.
Feb 3, 2009: EMILY's List Announces Endorsement of Robin Carnahan for United States Senate
"EMILY's List and our members are proud to endorse Robin Carnahan and look forward to seeing her join Claire McCaskill in the United States Senate."
Jan 28, 2009: EMILY's List Announces Endorsement of Kirsten Gillibrand for United States Senate
“EMILY’s List is proud to endorse Senator Kirsten Gillibrand -- a great advocate for women and families,” said EMILY’s List President Ellen R. Malcolm.
Jan 23, 2009: Statement from Ellen R. Malcolm on Governor David Paterson's Appointment of Kirsten Gillibrand as New York's Next U.S. Senator
Ellen R. Malcolm, president of EMILY's List, issued the following statement on New York Governor David Paterson's appointment of Congresswoman Kirsten Gillibrand to fill the remainder of Secretary of State Hillary Clinton’s term in the U.S. Senate:
Jan 15, 2009: EMILY's List Announces Endorsement of Sara Feigenholtz in Illinois's 5th Congressional District
“Rep. Sara Feigenholtz is a progressive state legislator and community leader who has made a life-long commitment to improve women’s health and lower health care costs for working families,” said Ellen R. Malcolm, president of EMILY’s List.
Aug 21, 2008: Statement from EMILY's List President Ellen R. Malcolm on the death of Congresswoman Stephanie Tubbs Jones
Aug 7, 2008: EMILY's List Celebrates Multiple Victories for Democratic Women in Missouri and Michigan
“Today, EMILY's List celebrates multiple victories for Democratic women candidates in Missouri and Michigan. From the U.S. House to the state legislature, EMILY’s List candidates like Congresswoman Carolyn Cheeks Kilpatrick and state Rep. Judy Baker won hard fought congressional primary victories."
Aug 7, 2008: EMILY's List Announces Endorsements of Six Challengers in U.S. House Races
“Anne Barth, Sam Bennett, Jill Derby, Judy Feder, Annette Taddeo, and Vic Wulsin represent the dynamic, experienced leaders that we need in Congress today,” said Ellen R. Malcolm, president of EMILY’s List.
Jul 22, 2008: EMILY's List Endorses Congresswoman Carolyn Cheeks Kilpatrick in Michigan's 13th District
“Congresswoman Carolyn Cheeks Kilpatrick has shown time after time she has the knowledge, determination, and vision to accomplish great things for people in the 13th district and across Michigan,” said Ellen R. Malcolm, president of EMILY’s List.
Jul 14, 2008: EMILY's List Announces New Internet Director
“We are excited to have Emily as part of our team as we continue to work harder than ever to elect progressive Democratic women to office across the country,” said EMILY’s List president Ellen R. Malcolm. “Her political skills and campaign experience will be a tremendous asset not only to EMILY’s List, but to our candidates as well.”
Jun 26, 2008: EMILY's List Announces Endorsement of Dina Titus in Nevada's Third Congressional District
“Dina Titus has been working to improve the lives of the people of Nevada for more than two decades,” said Ellen R. Malcolm, president of EMILY’s List.
Jun 19, 2008: EMILY's List Announces Endorsement of Judy Baker in Missouri's 9th Congressional District
“Judy Baker’s fresh perspective, expertise and pragmatism are needed in order to help change Congress,” said Ellen R. Malcolm, president of EMILY’s List.
Jun 17, 2008: EMILY's List Congratulates Donna Edwards on Special Election Win
“EMILY’s List is proud to celebrate another Donna Edwards victory in Maryland’s 4th District by officially sending this dedicated progressive to the 110th Congress."
May 13, 2008: EMILY's List Congratulates Karen Bass, the New Speaker of the California Assembly
This afternoon, Assemblywoman Karen Bass (D-Los Angeles) was sworn in as the 67th Speaker of the California Assembly – the first African American woman to serve as Speaker of any state Assembly and the first Democratic woman to hold this prestigious role in California.
May 12, 2008: EMILY’s List endorses Betsy Markey
EMILY’s List has endorsed Betsy Markey in Colorado’s fourth congressional district.
May 9, 2008: EMILY's List Announces Endorsement of Betsy Markey in Colorado's 4th Congressional District
“Betsy Markey has the integrity, common sense and compassion needed in Washington,” said Ellen R. Malcolm, president of EMILY’s List.
May 7, 2008: EMILY's List Celebrates Multiple Victories for Democratic Women in North Carolina and Indiana
Today, EMILY’s List celebrates multiple victories for Democratic women candidates in Indiana and North Carolina. From the White House to the state House, from the U.S. Senate to the state legislature, EMILY’s List candidates like Hillary Clinton, Jill Long Thompson, Bev Perdue, and Kay Hagan won hard fought victories.
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