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Strong government oversight strengthens our political process and improves the function of our government. It is important that the citizens of our nation always hold our government responsible for its actions, whether they are positive or negative. My duty as your Congressman is to represent you, my constituents, and your concerns. I understand that Congress's current situation can be frustrating. While partisan politics can be detrimental in some cases, strong differences of opinion have made our nation great, cultivating and nurturing different viewpoints. It is only through a respectful exchange of these ideas that we can truly engender a thriving and strong democracy.


An ethical and accountable government is imperative to keeping our country great. Transparency and strong whistleblower protection are both important in a well-functioning government.

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EC From DC - March 25, 2011
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Congressman Cleaver Elected Chair of the Congressional Black Caucus
November 18, 2010
Press Release

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Representative Emanuel Cleaver of Missouri was elected by acclamation as the 22nd Chair of the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) during the group’s organizational meeting, yesterday evening. The CBC is one of the largest and most influential groups in Congress. Congressman Cleaver’s elevation to Chairman after only six years in Congress is seen as remarkable.

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Congressman Cleaver Introduces Legislation to Ban Sale of Inaugural Tickets
December 10, 2008
Press Release
Bill is companion of Senator Feinstein’s legislation in United States Senate
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Congressman Cleaver Elected as First Vice-Chair of the Congressional Black Caucus
November 19, 2008
Press Release
Cleaver tapped to serve as officer in one of Congress’s most powerful groups
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Congressman Cleaver to Host the National Prayer Breakfast Tomorrow
January 31, 2007
Press Release
Cleaver to Co-Chair the nation’s largest prayer breakfast
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Congressman Cleaver Reappointed to Exclusive Financial Services Committee, Takes on New Subcommitte Role
January 30, 2007
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Cleaver assigned to Subcommittee on Housing and Community Opportunity, Subcommittee on Financial Institutions and Consumer Credit, and Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations
Issues: Oversight and Government Reform Financial Services
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Cleaver Presides Over the House as the U.S. Territories and Washington, D.C. Get a Vote in Congress
January 24, 2007
Press Release

Washington, D.C. – Today, the House of Representatives passed legislation that would increase the size of the 435-member House on most matters by giving votes to Delegates from four U.S. territories and the District of Columbia.

Issues: Oversight and Government Reform
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Congressman Emanuel Cleaver, II Named Co-Chair of 2007 National Prayer Breakfast
February 2, 2006
Press Release

Washington D.C. — The 2007 Annual National Prayer Breakfast will be co-chaired by U.S. Representative Emanuel Cleaver, II (D-MO). Only a freshman Representative, Cleaver has served since his election in 2004 as Secretary of the House’s weekly prayer meetings.

“It is a great honor to be asked to chair this amazing event. Though I am a Methodist minister, my sincere hope is to make it inclusive and exciting to all faiths. Prayer is a universal language, and I will do everything I can to make it an event that brings people together to celebrate what we have in common.” Cleaver said.

Issues: Civility Oversight and Government Reform
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Congressman Cleaver's Remarks on the State of the Union
January 31, 2006
Press Release

I am excited to be in Washington to witness for the second time the State of the Union. This is a uniquely American event --- required in the genius of the Constitution --- not as spectacle, but as an act of reverence. "He shall from time to time give to the Congress Information of the State of the Union, and recommend to their Consideration such Measures as he shall judge necessary and expedient." Our founders wanted the Chief Executive to come and report to the people…and so tonight I am honored to take part in this amazing American tradition.

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