Press Releases
CONGRESSMAN KENNEDY PREPARED REMARKS: New England Council, January 28, 2013
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January 21, 2013
CONGRESSMAN KENNEDY STATEMENT ON MARTIN LUTHER KING DAY AND 2ND INAUGURATION OF PRESIDENT OBAMA
"Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. challenged this country to be better, kinder and stronger. He understood the tremendous capacity in each of us and knew that the content of this nation's character is defined less by moments of individual action than by those fateful times when our experiences collide; where our stories meet. He was a poet and an orator who knew that words without an audience were only words - no matter how poignant. The dream he so powerfully outlined on that hot August day in … Continue Reading
January 18, 2013
CONGRESSMAN KENNEDY STATEMENT ON LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR TIM MURRAY
Newton, MA - Congressman Joe Kennedy released the following statement today in response to Lieutenant Governor Tim Murray's decision not to run for Governor in 2014: "Lieutenant Governor Tim Murray has spent his career uncovering and empowering the potential in our Commonwealth. He is a tireless voice for STEM education and workforce development, a compassionate friend to our men and women in uniform when they come home, and a crucial ally to Gateway Cities in the 4th District and beyond. Most … Continue Reading
January 17, 2013
KENNEDY APPOINTED TO MIDDLE EAST, TERRORISM SUBCOMMITTEES
Newton, MA - Congressman Joe Kennedy announced today that he has been appointed to two subcommittees on the House Committee on Foreign Affairs: the Subcommittee on Middle East and North Africa and the Subcommittee on Terrorism, Nonproliferation, and Trade. "The primary role of government is to preserve the safety and well-being of her people," said Congressman Kennedy. "Today there is no region that greater impacts that responsibility than the Middle East, and I look forward to having an … Continue Reading
January 16, 2013
CONGRESSMAN KENNEDY STATEMENT ON 2013 STATE OF THE COMMONWEALTH
Newton, MA - Congressman Joe Kennedy released the following statement following Governor Deval Patrick's 2013 State of the Commonwealth address."Education and transportation are critical pillars in expanding economic opportunity across the Commonwealth. While there is no question we need to approach these challenges in a fiscally responsible way, the investments proposed by Governor Patrick will stimulate growth and keep Massachusetts competitive for generations to come. I applaud the … Continue Reading
January 16, 2013
CONGRESSMAN KENNEDY STATEMENT ON GUN VIOLENCE RECOMMENDATIONS
Newton, MA - Congressman Joe Kennedy released the following statement today in response to the gun violence reduction proposals issued by President Obama and Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick.?"Over the past decade there have been too many lives lost, families broken and communities shattered by our inability to reasonably restrict access to dangerous weapons. I applaud our President and Governor Patrick for proposing plans to reduce gun violence that are painfully overdue in this … Continue Reading
January 07, 2013
CONGRESSMAN KENNEDY ANNOUNCES DISTRICT OFFICE OPEN HOUSES
Newton, MA - Congressman Joe Kennedy III today announced he will be hosting open houses in his new district offices this weekend. The events will be open to the public and will give constituents a chance to meet the Congressman and his district staff."Over the course of the campaign I promised each and every one of you that my door would always be open," said Congressman Kennedy. "I hope that these events underscore our deep commitment to that promise, as well as my belief that constituent … Continue Reading
January 04, 2013
STATEMENT FROM CONGRESSMAN JOE KENNEDY III ON APPOINTMENT TO HOUSE COMMITTEE ON SCIENCE, SPACE AND TECHNOLOGY
"I'm honored to be appointed to the House Committee on Science and Technology at a time when energy development, scientific research and new technologies are playing an increasingly essential role in economic growth.From National Science Foundation funding to Small Business Innovation Research grants and support for our growing biotech sector: this committee will allow me to advocate for the investments, policies and practices the 4th District needs to put people back to work and … Continue Reading
January 03, 2013
113th United States Congress Takes Office
The First Session of the 113th Congress commences January 3rd, … Continue Reading
January 03, 2013
STATEMENT FROM CONGRESSMAN JOE KENNEDY III ON SWEARING IN OF THE 113TH CONGRESS
"Today I was honored to be sworn in as the next U.S. Congressman from the 4th District of Massachusetts. The 4th District has a proud tradition of innovation and a work ethic that has fueled economic growth for generations. From our top-tier education facilities and advanced manufacturers to our emerging biotech industry and unparalleled health care providers: that continued commitment to economic ingenuity is what will drive our future.I look forward to working with the constituents, … Continue Reading
January 03, 2013
Representative Kennedy Sworn Into Office
Congressman Joe Kennedy was sworn in as a Member of the United States House of Representatives by House Speaker John Boehner January 3rd, … Continue Reading