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Happy Memorial Day to you and your family. This holiday we honor the memories of those who gave the ultimate sacrifice in order to protect our great nation. Today I will honor this solemn memorial with ceremonies at the Detroit Veterans Center, Grosse Pointe War Memorial and Sylvan Lake. It is always a powerful…

Although it is a rewarding experience serving in Congress, it is hard work and I can’t do it alone. Every March, due to it being Women’s History Month, we have a gathering of women supporters to raise funds for my re-election campaign. We call it “One Hundred Women for Brenda…

This Sunday, January 15, communities across our country will be participating in a Day of Action – “Our First Stand: Save Health Care” – and we need your help! Please help us take a stand and make sure Michigan’s voice is heard by joining me, U.S. Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer,…

Dear friend, Today I was sworn into my second term as a Member of the United States House of Representatives. Thank you for your support and well wishes, which helped lead to today’s ceremony in Washington, D.C. I also wanted to give you an update on the leadership role I’ve cultivated…

This is a special time of year. Whatever your plans this holiday season, I wish you and your family the very best. As we approach the new year, please stay in touch with me about ideas on how we can move our nation forward together. Happy holidays and thank you for…

You are cordially invited to Congresswoman Brenda Lawrence’s Holiday Party! Celebrating with Michigan’s 14th Congressional District Democrats   This Complimentary Event to say ‘Thank You’ to Supporters is at Fishbone’s In Greektown 400 Monroe Street Detroit, Michigan 48226   Saturday, December 10th, 2016 11:00 a.m. To 1:00 p.m. Thank you…

Friend, Just before every election where I’m on the ballot, I gather with friends to honor God and reflect on the journey. Before we dive into the final sprint to the Election Night finish line, let’s come together and break bread. Are you able to join me? It is taking…

The following community leaders and organizations are standing strong with our Congresswoman Brenda Lawrence and have endorsed her for re-election to the Michigan 14th Congressional District in 2016: President of the United States Barack Obama Michigan State AFL-CIO United Auto Workers (UAW), Region 1 Michigan Education Association (MEA) American Federation of…

I’m writing to you about Flint, Michigan. Yesterday the U.S. Senate finally heeded Senators Stabenow and Peters’ calls for funding to address Flint’s man-made water crisis. Now, this Water Resources Development Act moves to the U.S. House. As a Member, I call upon the U.S. House of Representatives to immediately…

This week, the voters of Michigan went to the polls. I’m humbled to share that the people of our 14th Congressional District voted to nominate me for a second term, with over 87% percent backing our campaign versus our two Democratic primary challengers. We did it! Thanks to you, I’m the…