Notwithstanding their assertions to the contrary tomorrow it will be very clear and very quick to everybody who is standing in the way of getting a bill across the finish line that would provide meaningful, needing assistance to the American People. As we watch whats been happening with the coronavirus legislation over the last rumble of months have come to a conclusion and the conclusion ive come to to is that nancy pelosi and Chuck Schumer are so obsessed with defeating donald trump as president that they will block any and all effort to help the American People between now and election day. Republicans have a plan that we talked about now for ongoing time of helping people get back to work, commonsense plan, kids back to school and putting the disease behind us. The blockade is coming straight from the top. The reason we know that is over 100 democrats have publicly asked nancy pelosi to vote on targeted relief for coronavirus issues. What she refused to listen to them. All of us ha
Obviously is being held remotely. All members and witnesses will participate Via Videoconferencing as part of our hearing microphones will be set on mute to eliminate background noise. Members and witnesses, youre going to have to unmute your microphone each time you wish to speak. So i just say that as a reminder and as a little housekeeping issue, but please remember to do that. Documents for the record can be sent to megan mullen at the email address we provided to your staff. All documents will be entered into the record at the conclusion of the hearing. The chair now recognizes herself for five minutes for an Opening Statement. Lets see, where is the clock on the screen . There it is, okay. In any given year, one in five adults experience a Mental Illness such as depression, anxiety, or bipolar disorder. But 2020 has been a year like no other. In a recent poll, half of adults report that their Mental Health has been negatively impacted due to the coronavirus. One can only imagine
The 2020 election hosted by the Washington Post, this is live coverage on cspan2. To get back to normalcy has caused them to over and over be unproductive in bringing about longterm systemic changes that are actionable, that are satisfying in the cause of america to live up to the creed, weve got the right ideals, we just dont live up to them. I am sally, author journalistic contributor to the Washington Post. Today we are going to discuss the evangelical christians in their vote. We have two great guests today and our first guest im happy to say is bishop from the potter house in dallas, texas. Welcome bishop. I just want to remind you the last time i interviewed you we were on a tight budget and we did not have a makeup person so i had to make you up right before the interview. [laughter] and i still have the little makeup segment that is in a box in my prize possession. That is so sweet of you, i getting used to today. Today i want to start by asking you about three issues at our fo
Bring the house back early right now live coverage of todays house pro forma session here on cspan. Captioned coverage of the house proceedings for political or commercial purposes is expressly prohibited by the u. S. House of representatives. ] the speaker the house will be in order. The prayer will be offered by our chaplain, father conroy. Chaplain conroy let us pray. Lord, father of us all, we thank you forgiving us another day. As the numbers of new Coronavirus Infections remain high throughout the nation, we ask your blessing and protection on those caring for the sick. We ask your healing power to come upon those who are stricken. May their recoveries be swift. Though all of congress is in august recess, bless those who labor behind the scenes to find an agreement to address the pressing needs of our time with wisdom and understanding and compassion for your people who suffer in our nation. Lord, have mercy. May all that is done be for your greater honor and glory. Amen. The spe
Congressman Hakeem Jeffries is chair of the House Democratic caucus. He was joined by congresswoman Katherine Clark at a briefing early. The talked about the weeks legislate agenda and call for additional coronavirus aid. Good morning, everyone. We had a very emotional caucus call today, dedicated largely to remembrances and reflections on the life and legacy of john robert lewis, our dearly departed colleague and american hero, civil rights icon, friend to everyone, friend to truth and justice here in america and throughout the world. We had two special presentations. Professor meachum as well as don porter. Professor meachum of course is working on a biography of the life journey of john lewis, and don porter is documentarian produce the recently released documentary, john lewis, good trouble. Keep the faith, keep our eyes on the prize and continue the countrys long, necessary and majestic march toward a more perfect union. That is what we will continue to do as House Democrats in hi