Congresswoman Donna F. Edwards recently appeared on C-SPAN's Q & A program hosted by Brian Lamb.  They discussed a number of issues and you can go to their website to watch the interview by clicking here.

"As we gather together on this special day let us remember that there is much we have to be thankful for such as our families, friends, and the freedoms that we all enjoy.  I am especially grateful and honored for the opportunity to represent Maryland's 4^th Congressional District in the United States Congress." -- Congresswoman Donna Edwards

"As the daughter of a career military service member, I value deeply the sacrifices made by members of the United States armed forces and their families in service to our nation. Their ongoing commitment ensures the freedom and safety of our country, its citizens, and our allies around the globe." -- Congresswoman Donna Edwards

If you are interested in requesting inauguration tickets, please send an e-mail to 4MDtours@mail.house.gov. Include your name, phone number, home address, and how many tickets you are requesting. Once your request has been submitted, you will be added to the waiting-list. We are currently only collecting requests as we have no additional specific information regarding the distribution process at this time.

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"With President-Elect Barack Obama and greater Democratic majorities in Congress, I am excited about the opportunities that await to forge a new path for our nation’s future by addressing our economic crisis, safely and responsibly ending the war in Iraq, providing quality, affordable health care to all, and investing in our nation’s infrastructure, which will also create jobs." -- Congresswoman Edwards

"Four months into her service, which began when Mr. Wynn resigned and she won a special election, Ms. Edwards has shown that she deserves a full term in Congress.” - The Washington Post, Saturday, October 25.

" Edwards, the newest member of the state's delegation who won a special election in the Fourth District after the incumbent Albert Wynn made an unceremonious early exit following a primary loss, has been a quick study." - Gazette Newspapers, Thursday, October 23.

Senator Barack Obama Salutes the Congresswoman’s Vote and Pledges Commitment to Provide Direct Relief to Homeowners

Dear Friends,

You put me in Congress to take the tough votes and to protect your interests.  I have been doing that ever since I entered Congress.  My vote for the economic recovery package was about helping communities and neighborhoods along East-West Highway, from Prince George’s to Montgomery County – jobs, retirement savings, home owners, and small businesses.  Today, as we all know, our country stands at an economic crossroads.  While this legislation was not perfect, the ramifications of doing nothing would have been disastrous.  For me, doing nothing was never an option.

Senator Barack Obama said, "Congresswoman Donna Edwards has demonstrated impressive leadership during this time of unparalleled economic uncertainty.  Her passion for helping Maryland's working families, small businesses, and communities has been critical to ensuring that Main Street is the focus of this economic recovery strategy.  Donna understood that putting aside partisanship to work with Republicans and Democrats was necessary to strengthen and pass this recovery package.  I have assured her that our economic recovery policies will be well-managed and that we will work hard to get back taxpayer dollars when the economy recovers.  As President, I will work with Donna to make important investments in our nation's infrastructure and bring desperately-needed jobs to Maryland by passing an economic stimulus package, which is one of my top priorities.”

After speaking with Senator Barack Obama yesterday and with many of our retirees, workers, homeowners and small business owners, I am convinced that even left with this imperfect product, the choice is this or nothing.  I appreciate the personal commitment that Senator Obama made to me that we will work to provide direct relief to homeowners facing foreclosure by enabling home mortgages to be dealt with in the context of personal bankruptcy and looking at a program such as the Federal Home Owners’ Loan Corporation that existed in the 1930’s to 1950’s to work directly with homeowners to mitigate foreclosures.  I look forward to working with the President and Congressional leaders to protect homeowners and stabilize our economy. 

Thank you for your continued support and communication during this difficult time.

Sincerely,

Donna F. Edwards

"For over 100 years, on the first Monday in September, our nation pays tribute to the millions of dedicated American workers who have helped make the United States the great nation it is today.  We owe much of our success to the working families who struggle to better themselves, their families, and our country."