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February 19, 2007

Memphis, TN -- Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) will speak at the Second Congregational United Church of Christ on Wednesday, February 21, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. as part of LeMoyne-Owen College’s Black History Month event “Bridging the Gap Between Government and Community. At the event Congressman Cohen will be recognized for his contribution to the community and to LeMoyne-Owen College.

Issues:Education
February 14, 2007
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Madam Speaker, the great poet, Maya Angelou said, ``When I knew better, I did better.''

I am a member of the Progressive Caucus, proudly so, because I believe that we must always strive to do better to truly make progress.

February 14, 2007

Washington, DC -- Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) will hold a town hall meeting on Thursday, February 22, 2007 at 6:30 p.m. at the National Civil Rights Museum at 450 Mulberry Street in Memphis. Congressman Cohen will be joined by special guest Congressman John Conyers, Jr., Chairman of the House Judiciary Committee.

February 12, 2007
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Mr. Speaker, you like I am a freshman in this body and today we will begin the debate on one of the most important topics that this Congress has debated and that is America's involvement in the Middle East and Iraq and eventually in Afghanistan in dealing with the whole terrorist situation.

February 11, 2007
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Mr. Speaker, I rise to introduce a resolution honoring Stax Records.

Soul music is a uniquely American art form that has enriched the Nation's cultural life. Indeed, its profound influences over popular music continues to be heard on today's music.

February 8, 2007

Washington, DC -- This week Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) joined Congressman Peter Welch (at large Vermont) and 19 other newly elected Representatives in sending a letter to President Bush urging the adoption of the recommendations of the Iraq Study Group (ISG.)

February 6, 2007

Washington, DC -- Today the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Methamphetamine Remediation Research Act, sponsored by Tennessee Congressman Bart Gordon. The legislation will help law enforcement locate and shut down methamphetamine labs and supports essential research to determine the best way to clean up old labs and eliminate the chemicals that can harm the environment and lead to significant health problems.

Issues:Health Care
January 28, 2007
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Mr. Speaker, this weekend tens or hundreds of thousands of Americans came to Washington to protest the war. It was reminiscent of Vietnam, as so much of this war is reminiscent of Vietnam.

January 24, 2007

Memphis, TN -- Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) will cut the ribbon for the opening of the exhibit INSIDE AFRICA at the Pink Palace in Memphis tonight at 6:15 p.m. INSIDE AFRICA explores the many facets of Africa – its peoples, its lands, its rich cultural history and its stories – and provides a bridge to contemporary American life.