Chairman Crowley Statement on Ryan-McConnell Tax Framework (Washington, D.C.) – House Democratic Caucus Chairman Joe Crowley (D-NY), a member of the Ways and Means Committee, issued the following statement on the tax framework released today by congressional Republicans: “This is […]

Mantel Definition: (noun) The protruding shelf over a fireplace. Synonyms: Chimneypiece, Mantelpiece Usage: There were also perhaps a dozen candles about, two in brass candlesticks upon the mantel and several in sconces, so that the room was brilliantly illuminated.

Alain-Fournier (1886) Henri-Alban Fournier, who published as Alain-Fournier, was a French novelist known for his single full-length work, Le Grand Meaulnes. The poetic novel about a youthful search for the ideal was published in 1913 and is now considered a […]

Patriotism is like charity—it begins at home. Henry James (1843- 1916)

Chairman Crowley and Rep. Gutiérrez Request Meeting with Defense Secretary Mattis to Discuss Emergency Aid to Puerto Rico  “Our military servicemen and women are the best in the world and their fellow citizens in Puerto Rico need their help desperately.” […]

THE BRONX HOSTS DONATION DRIVE FOR PUERTO RICO & MEXICO On Saturday, September 30, 2017, the New York Hispanic Clergy Organization hosted a donation drive to help the victims of Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico and the earthquake in Mexico […]

Chairman Crowley Statement on Graham-Cassidy Bill Being Pulled from Senate Floor (Washington, D.C.) – House Democratic Caucus Chairman Joe Crowley (D-NY) issued the following statement after Senate Republicans said they will not bring their latest version of Trumpcare, the Graham-Cassidy […]

Yankees Record-Breaking Shortstop Didi Gregorius Signs Exclusive Collectibles Deal with Steiner Sports Game Model Bats, Special Inscription Baseball Among Signed Memorabilia New York, September 21 — Didi Gregorius continues to have the hot hand. The New York Yankees shortstop, who […]