Press Releases
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."
Congressman Carson, Olympic Gold Medalist Aly Raisman Fight Underage Drinking with New Public Service Announcement
PSA Encourages Kids to "Say ‘Yes' to a Healthy Lifestyle and ‘No' to Underage Drinking
Congressman Carson Introduces Bill to Strengthen School-Based Mentoring Programs and Address High School Dropout Rates
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman André Carson introduced the Transition-To-Success Mentoring Act, legislation that would amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to award grants to local education agencies to prepare at-risk students for transition from middle school to high school.
Congressman Carson Highlights 48th Anniversary of Medicare Being Signed into Law
Notes that the Affordable Care Act Has Improved Medicare, Including Providing $10.7 Million in Rx Drug Savings for Seniors in 7th District
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman André Carson marked the 48th anniversary of the enactment of Medicare, which was signed into law by President Lyndon Johnson on July 30, 1965.