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Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson and Members of Congress to Recognize the One Year Anniversary of the Horrific Kidnapping of Hundreds of Chibok Schoolgirls by Boko Haram in Nigeria

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Tomorrow, Wednesday, April 15, 2015 at 10:45 a.m., Representatives Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24), Carolyn B. Maloney (NY-12), Sheila Jackson Lee (TX-18), Barbara Lee (CA-13), Karen Bass (CA-13), and Lois Frankel (FL-22) will recognize the one year anniversary of the horrific abduction of nearly 300 Chibok schoolgirls by the terrorist group Boko Haram. A girl who managed to escape will…

Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson Statement on Black History Month

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MIAMI – Congresswoman Frederica Wilson (FL-24) issued the following statement today in recognition of Black History Month:"As we recognize and honor the accomplishments of the African-American community and celebrate its rich history during Black History Month, let us also reflect on the long road and hard fought battles to obtain racial equality."This year marks the 50th…

U.S. Representatives Frederica S. Wilson, Debbie Wasserman Schultz, and Lois Frankel to Participate in South Florida Swearing-in Ceremony

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Miami, FL — Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24), Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-23), and Congresswoman Lois Frankel (FL-22) will participate in a local swearing-in ceremony at 9:00 a.m., Friday, January 23, 2015. The swearing-in ceremony will take place at the Federal Courthouse located at 299 East Broward Boulevard, 4th Floor, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301. Family,…

Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilsons Response to President Obamas State of the Union Address

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Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) issued the following statement in response to President Obama's 2015 State of the Union address: "Tonight, President Obama delivered an inspiring plan that puts the foundation of this country first – working families. At this critical time, with an improving economy and increased job growth, the stage is set for real change for our nation.…

Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson Statement on the Rising Death Toll in Nigeria Due to Terrorist Attacks by Boko Haram

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Miami, FL – Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) released this statement following the recent murder of nearly two thousand people by the terrorist organization Boko Haram:"We can no longer stand idly by and watch as innocent little girls are strapped with explosives by Boko Haram and sent into crowded markets and used as human bombs to kill unsuspecting men, women, and…

Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson Statement on Extension of Negotiations with Iran

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Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) issued the following statement on the extension of negotiations with Iran:"I am concerned about the extension of the P5+1 nuclear negotiations. While an extension of discussions is preferable to a bad deal, it is unacceptable that Iran will continue to enjoy sanctions relief without making any new concessions," said Congresswoman Wilson."The goal…

Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson Statement Regarding the Tragic Death of Journalist Steven Sotloff

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Congresswoman Wilson (FL-24) issued the following statement regarding the murder of international journalist and Pinecrest, Florida native, Steven Sotloff. Sotloff was captured by the terrorist group ISIL on August 4, 2013. Sotloff had been working as a freelance journalist and had covered the Arab Spring for almost two years just before his capture.Congresswoman Wilson made the…

Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson Statement on Escalation of Violence in Israel

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Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) issued the following statement on the escalation of violence in Israel:"Israel has the right to defend herself and her people against Hamas' attacks. Israel made every effort to reach a cease-fire but Hamas rejected these efforts and has continued launching rockets targeted at Israeli civilians while shielding themselves within the Palestinian…

U.S. House of Representatives Passes Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson's Bipartisan Resolution Condemning the Kidnappings of Nigerian School Girls

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House Resolution 573, introduced by Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24), passed the U.S. House of Representatives Tuesday evening. The resolution condemns the recent kidnapping of more than 200 girls from a high school in Nigeria by extremist terrorist group, Boko Haram. Congresswoman Wilson issued the following statement:"Passage of my resolution puts the U.S. House of…

Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson to Participate in a Rally for the Kidnapped Nigerian School Girls

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Miami, FL - Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) will participate in a rallyheld Saturday, May 17,2014, by Concerned Nigerians from District 24 who are calling for national and international support and action to free more than 200 girls recently kidnapped from a high school in Northeastern Nigeria by extremist terrorist group Boko Haram. The rally will take place from 10:00 a.m. to…