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REPRINTED FROM THENEXTMAYOR.COMFebruary 8, 2007 press release, (submitted via PR Newswire) |
WASHINGTON, Feb. 8 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Congressman Chaka Fattah (D-PA) received recognition today for being one of the "Best Representatives for Children" in Congress. The distinction came from the esteemed Children's Defense Fund Action Council.
According to the recently released CDFAC 2006 Congressional Scorecard, which grades every member of Congress based on key votes affecting children, Congressman Fattah voted to protect the health and well being of Philadelphia and the rest of America's children 100 percent of the time. Congressman Fattah achieved this distinction by voting to support increased investment in education and health care programs for our children.
CDF President Marian Wright Edelman said, "I applaud Congressman Fattah for his commitment to improving the lives of children. While the rest of Congress found time to give tax breaks to powerful special interests and the wealthiest Americans, Congressman Fattah instead voted to make the health and well-being of children in Philadelphia and across the nation his priority. Congressman Fattah is a dedicated advocate for children and has truly earned the distinction of being one of their best representatives."
"Our children represent the very best America has to offer," said Congressman Fattah. "By investing in their physical, emotional and educational well being we stoke the fires of their potential and ignite their passion to achieve."
Contact: Debra C. Anderson, 202-225-4001, 202-225-5402/
SOURCE Office of Congressman Chaka Fattah