Press Releases
INDIANAPOLIS, IN — Congressman André Carson released the following statement regarding the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day holiday.
INDIANAPOLIS - Congressman André Carson will speak tomorrow during the 23rd Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Indiana Holiday Celebration. The event will include the unveiling of a bronze bust honoring Congressman Carson's grandmother, Julia Carson, who was the first African American and first woman to represent the 7th Congressional District of Indiana.
The Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Indiana Holiday Celebration is hosted by the Indiana Civil Rights Commission and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Indiana Holiday Commission.
INDIANAPOLIS, IN — Congressman André Carson announced today his list of nominees for attendance at one of the United States Service Academies. Nominated students will be considered for acceptance to the Class of 2018, and if accepted, will receive an all-expenses paid education.
INDIANAPOLIS, IN — I join countless Americans who today mourn the loss of Congressman Andy Jacobs, Jr.
Congressman Jacobs was family. He served as an invaluable mentor and dear friend to my grandmother, Julia Carson, who he hired to work in his Indianapolis congressional office in 1965. It was Andy's faith and encouragement that inspired my grandmother to run for state representative in 1972, and his support of her never wavered.
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman Andre Carson issued the following statement on the issue of unemployment. The House is scheduled to adjourn for the year this evening.
Washington, DC -- "I would like to congratulate my friend, Congressman Mel Watt, on being confirmed today as Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency. The House of Representatives will lose a champion for the middle class but our nation gains an experienced and dedicated public servant to lead the Federal Housing Finance Agency at a very important time."
Indianapolis, IN – "With the death of Nelson Mandela, we have lost one the greatest leaders in the advancement of equality and human rights. Mandela led an extraordinary effort to defeat apartheid through non-violence and peace."
"Today we lost a bright beacon of hope and equality for all people. Nelson Mandela's peaceful struggle against apartheid inspired a nation to stand against oppression. Let us honor his legacy of peace and justice through our actions each and every day. We should strive to live by his example."
Washington, D.C. – On December 4, Rep. André Carson (D-IN) will host a briefing in partnership with Volunteers for America, Annie E. Casey Foundation, and the Sesame Workshop on issues affecting the children of incarcerated parents. Notably, the popular children's program Sesame Street recently added a character named Alex who is the child of an incarcerated parent.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman André Carson released today the following statement regarding the passing of entrepreneur and philanthropist Gene Glick:
"I am deeply saddened by the passing of legendary community leader, businessman and philanthropist Gene Glick. As the owner of Gene B. Glick Co., one of the largest real-estate firms in the country, Gene used his generosity to help the community in many ways. He will be deeply missed.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman André Carson issued the following statement regarding the death of Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department Officer Rod Bradway:
"Today, our community lost a man of valor. When Officer Bradway heard a desperate cry for help, he acted without hesitation or fear to save a life, and in so doing, he sacrificed his own. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Officer Bradway's wife, Jamie, their children, and to the friends, loved ones, and brothers and sisters-in-arms whose lives he touched."