Dear Friend:
I am honored to represent California’s 13th Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives.
After twelve long years, the 110th Congress has been a welcome return to a Democratic Majority. Our Democratic leaders decide what comes to the House floor for consideration. As Chairman of the Ways and Means Health Subcommittee, I get to set our agenda, schedule hearings, and lead the debate.
But, with President Bush still in the White House, and narrow majorities in the House and Senate, we still face strong barriers to change. That’s why I’m so excited about the upcoming election. November 2008 holds the promise of real change.
I want to be part of that change. I want to work with stronger Democratic majorities in the House and Senate – and with a Democratic President – to move America in a new direction.
We have a chance for a new direction in Iraq. We have the opportunity to improve the Medicare program to better serve people rather than line the pockets of the drug and insurance industries. We can return to seeking solutions to expand health care rather than dismantle programs that are working. We can work together to actually fund better education for our children rather than just pay lip service to the need. We can focus on helping those in need due to our weakening economy rather than giving ever more to those who already have the most. I can go on and on about the opportunities before us. There are many.
I hope you’ll support my re-election so I can help move our nation forward. I hope you are excited by the future as well.
Sincerely,
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Notable News
REP. STARK STATEMENT IN OPPOSITION TO BAILOUT LEGISLATION
There is no denying that we are facing an economic crisis of enormous proportions, but this bailout was not the right approach. Today’s vote is a clear signal that we must work together to provide a solution that is more focused on the families and homeowners who are being hurt by this recession.
San Francisco Chronicle :: Unpopular bailout plan on track in Congress
Democratic Rep. Pete Stark of Fremont, a former banker, said he probably will not support it, calling dire warnings of a credit meltdown "grossly overrated."
"I think we are being railroaded in the same manner we were to vote for Iraq," Stark said. "The banks of the Bay Area are in good shape, and they're bailing out Wall Street for $700 billion. It's irresponsible and reckless."
(Pete's Op-Ed) The Argus :: My Word: A call to end poverty
FOR MOST AMERICANS, the last seven years have not been kind. This was illustrated recently by the U.S. Census Bureau's annual report on poverty, income and health insurance coverage. It showed the need for plans to fight poverty, strengthen the safety net, and build ladders into the middle class.
(Pete's Op-Ed) The Hill :: We must resuscitate the system in order to expand coverage, lower cost
Many people claim the United States has the best medical care in the world. Unfortunately the facts show otherwise. We spend more than any modern nation and have the poorest health outcomes.
Stark Slams Bush, Wows Encinal
Notorious for his spirited elocution, Rep. Fortney "Pete" Stark (D-Fremont) enthralled students of Encinal High School with his witty criticisms of President George W. Bush while addressing their more serious political concerns.
Pete Stark endorses Obama
The Fremont Democratic superdelegate says it's time to unify the party.
Los Angeles Times :: Congressman Revels in His Ultra Liberal Rating
"Others might shun the liberal label, which is about as politically fashionable these days as Earth Shoes and woolly sideburns. Not Stark..."
(Pete's Op-Ed) The Argus :: It's time to close book on Iraq debacle
"On the war's third anniversary, Americans should reflect on the tale of how we got into this mess — and why we must immediately get out..."
(Pete's Op-Ed) The Nation :: Medicare for All
"Medicare has lower administrative costs than any private plan on the market. It enjoys one of the highest approval ratings of any government program. But the most important reason Medicare is the best model for an expansion of healthcare benefits is that the program focuses on patients, not profits..."
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