Congressman Cleaver is Sworn in for his Eighth Term in Congress

(Washington, D.C.) - Congressman Emanuel Cleaver, II, (D-Missouri) was sworn in today for his eighth term as a United States Congressman. He also delivered the opening prayer for the historic occasion.

"The mid-term election brought a new era for the American people. It has been eight years since a Democratic majority ruled the House. As I took my oath today, I was reminded that now more than ever, members of Congress must demonstrate civility and respect for one another and work together through our disagreements," said Congressman Cleaver.

Congressman Cleaver will continue to fight for the protections of home owners, consumers and business owners. As technology continues to rapidly expand, Congressman Cleaver will remain an advocate for oversight and accountability within the industry.

Today, the new Democratic Majority will get to work to make progress in the lives of seniors, children and hard-working Americans. That involves:

• Defending protections for people with pre-existing conditions, keeping Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid off the chopping block, and lowering health costs and prescription drug prices for all Americans;

• We will raise workers' wages with strong economic growth by rebuilding America's infrastructure;

• We will clean up corruption to make Washington work for the American people, reducing the role of money in politics and advancing fair elections by strengthening the Voting Rights Act.

"I am looking forward to serving the constituents of Missouri's Fifth District for another term. With each new Congress there is a chance for a new beginning," said Congressman Cleaver.

Emanuel Cleaver, II is the U.S. Representative for Missouri's Fifth Congressional District, which includes Kansas City, Independence, Lee's Summit, Raytown, Grandview, Sugar Creek, Blue Springs, Grain Valley, Oak Grove, North Kansas City, Gladstone, Claycomo, and all of Ray, Lafayette, and Saline Counties. He is a member of the exclusive House Financial Services Committee, the Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Housing and Insurance, and also a Senior Whip of the Democratic Caucus. For more information, please contact Heather Frierson at 816-842-4545 or Heather.Frierson@mail.house.gov A high-resolution photo of Congressman Cleaver is available here.