Press Releases

WASHINGTON, DC – Democratic Whip Katherine Clark released the following statement on the 50th anniversary of Roe v. Wade:

“Fifty years ago today, Roe v. Wade delivered a landmark victory for reproductive freedom in America. The right for women to decide if and when to have children — in accordance with their own family, health, and faith — was a vital step in America’s journey toward liberty and justice for all. 

Washington, D.C. – Today, Democratic Whip Katherine Clark released the following statement:
 
“Last night, my daughter was arrested in Boston, Massachusetts. I love Riley, and this is a very difficult time in the cycle of joy and pain in parenting. This will be evaluated by the legal system, and I am confident in that process.”

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-5) announced initial key leadership hires for the 118th Congress. The combination of new and seasoned members of Team Clark will support the success of the entire House Democratic Caucus.

Washington, D.C. – Today, Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-5) released the below statement in response to House Republicans’ passage of two anti-abortion bills:

“Instead of building on our nation’s legacy of progress and defending freedom, House Republicans have made assaulting reproductive justice the cornerstone of their agenda.

WASHINGTON, D.C.  – Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-5) delivered remarks on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives in support of the Women’s Health Protection Act (WHPA). House Democrats offered WHPA during Rules debate in response to House Republicans’ inclusion of anti-abortion legislation in the House Rules package. Below is the transcript as delivered:

“Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I thank the gentleman from Massachusetts for yielding.

“When Roe v. Wade was overturned, the impact on Americans was swift and devastating.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-5) released the following statement on the election of Kevin McCarthy as Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives:

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-5) released the following statement on the second anniversary of the January 6th attack on the U.S. Capitol: 

“Two years ago, a violent mob – fueled by hate and a tyrannical president – stormed the Capitol and attacked our democracy. Today, we remember the lives lost, honor their grieving families, and reflect on the dangerous precipice our nation confronted.