By Barry Simms
"He was in many respects a stalwart in the storm, and he left a legacy here in this Congress that people will continue to talk about for many years to come," Congressman Kweisi Mfume said.
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By Brandon Weigel
Among the guests scheduled to attend an unveiling ceremony Wednesday at 5 p.m.: House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-California), a Baltimore native; House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer (D-MD); current 7th district Rep. Kweisi Mfume (D); former Rep. Jason Chaffetz (R-Utah); Rockeymoore Cummings; and Gibbs.
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By Special to the AFRO
The event brung out at least 20 Murphy descendants, proud to see the legacy continued. Congressman Kweisi Mfume (D-District 7), who gave a toast to the newspaper’s “bright future ahead” was also present along with Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott.
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By Josh Kurtz
Rep. Kweisi Mfume (D-Md.) described the legislation as “doing what’s right to help the people.”
“For a lot of people, their dignity is tied to their house,” he said – and Marylanders will take pride in knowing their homes are playing a role in stemming climate change.
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By Jennifer Shutt
Several Maryland Democrats released statements hailing the package.
“The Inflation Reduction Act is what Democrats are all about: lowering the cost of health care, standing up to the biggest corporations ripping off everyday Americans, and tackling the climate crisis with the fierce urgency of now,” said Rep. Kweisi Mfume (D-Md.). “I’m proud to support this historic legislation that puts people over politics and money back into the pockets of my constituents in Baltimore.”
By Congressman Kweisi Mfume
For 130 years, the AFRO-American Newspaper has been the eyes, ears, and voice of our community. On the anniversary of its founding, we celebrate the irreplaceable role this publication has played in documenting our history, telling our story, and speaking truth to power.
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By David Collins
U.S. Sens. Ben Cardin and Chris Van Hollen and U.S. Rep. Kweisi Mfume, D-District 7, are pushing legislation to help..."This particular measure does just that, it takes care of firefighters," Mfume said.
The legislation covers also volunteer firehouses. Seventy-one volunteer stations surveyed in Maryland indicated they have the same upgrade needs.
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By Congressman Kweisi Mfume
Congressman Kweisi Mfume (D-MD) issued the following statement on the July 16, 2022, passing of Mr. Vernon Simms, a congressional staffer for three decades who served under Congressmen Mfume and Elijah Cummings.
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