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December 21, 2010

Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke Voted as Secretary of Congressional Black Caucus

Today, Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke became Secretary of the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) for the 112th Congress. She released the following statement: “I am honored and humbled…
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December 21, 2010

Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke’s Statement on Republicans Blocking Unemployment Benefits Extension

Today, Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke released the following statement in response to the efforts made by House Republicans to block the extension of unemployment insurance: “It…
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December 21, 2010

Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke Applauds New Small Business Revolving Loan Fund

Today, Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke released the following statement regarding Governor Paterson announcing New York’s new Small Business Revolving Loan Fund. “I applaud Governor…
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December 21, 2010

Rep. Clarke’s statement on Senate Approving 4.6 Billion for Minority Farmers

Representative Yvette D. Clarke released the following statement in support of the Senate’s approval of a settlement of almost $4.6 billion to settle long-standing claims by minority…
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December 21, 2010

Calling on More Qualified Officials to Run New York City’s School System

Congressman Edolphus ’Ed‘Towns and Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke express concern with NYC Chancellor Appointee Cathie Black Brooklyn, NY- Today, U.S. Rep. Edolphus ’Ed‘ Towns…
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December 21, 2010

Rep. Clarke’s statement on TSA’s New Airport Enhanced Security Screening Regulations

U.S. Rep. Yvette D. Clarke released the following statement about the new enhanced security screening measures put in place by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA):…
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