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WASHINGTON – Congressman André Carson issued the following statement on the passing of Presidential Medal of Freedom winner, civil rights advocate, renowned poet, author and Professor Dr. Maya Angelou:
"Today, America lost one of its most original, effective and passionate voices. Dr. Maya Angelou not only spoke to us, but she spoke of us, painting a picture of our nation with words. She showed us that we can always be more than the labels and limitations others place on us. She taught that we have a duty to stand up for those among us who are treated as less.
INDIANAPOLIS – Congressman André Carson today sent a letter to U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary Eric Shinseki asking for a review of VA facilities in Indiana in light of recent problems discovered at other facilities nationwide and longtime concerns about backlogged services and benefits.
The letter echoes concerns Carson raised in an op-ed piece published in the Indianapolis Star on Memorial Day:
I hope you were able to enjoy this beautiful Memorial Day weekend with your friends and family, especially if you watched the Indianapolis 500 or joined any of the surrounding festivities. It's a privilege to represent the Congressional district that hosts a race that has become the largest one-day sporting event in the world and a significant cultural icon.
Dear Friend,
This coming weekend we will celebrate Memorial Day and those who have given their lives in the service of our nation. It's also an opportunity for us to reflect on the way we treat those currently serving and those veterans who live with the scars of war.
INDIANAPOLIS -- Congressman André Carson (IN-07) issued the following statement today in response to Gov. Mike Pence's proposal to expand the Healthy Indiana Plan instead of expanding Medicaid to cover hundreds of thousands of Hoosiers for whom health insurance is out of reach:
Dear Friend,
Last week, First Lady Michelle Obama presented the prestigious 2014 National Medal for Museum and Library Service to 10 exceptional museums and libraries, including our very own Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
The award, given by the Institute of Museum and Library Sciences, is the nation's highest honor given to museums and libraries for service to the community. This is the 20th anniversary of the program.
WASHINGTON – Congressman André Carson (IN-07) today released a list of provisions he successfully included in the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), annual federal legislation that authorizes spending and sets policy for the for United States military and Department of Defense. The NDAA will be considered by the full House during the week of May 19.
Carson worked closely with Democrats and Republicans, including Congresswoman Jackie Walorski (IN-02), to make sure the Hoosier needs and concerns are addressed in the legislation.
WASHINGTON -- Congressman André Carson issued the following statement today regarding the kidnapping of girls and young women in Nigeria:
"As a Muslim and the father of a young girl, I strongly condemn the actions of this group and support American efforts to locate and rescue these young women. I would also ask our partners in the international community to be vigilant and work together to find the missing girls and return them to their families. These horrific actions cannot stand, and we join our hearts in prayer for these young women."
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Dear Friend,
Happy Cinco de Mayo!
This week, we're trying something new. Instead of sending out the Carson Courier on Friday, we're moving it to Monday so you can find out what's in store for the week ahead, not just what we accomplished last week.
Drop us a line at jennifer.wagner@mail.house.gov to let us know which day you like best – and offer your suggestions for upcoming editions of the Courier.
Dear Friend,
As a parent, I know it can sometimes feel like a challenge to find rewarding, safe activities for our children during the summer months, and I wanted to make sure we were making it easier for Indianapolis families to find those opportunities.