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Congresswoman Dingell: Ford to Build All-New Lincoln Continental at Flat Rock Assembly Plant

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Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) today applauded Ford Motor Company’s decision to build the all-new Lincoln Continental in Michigan at the Flat Rock Assembly Plant. “I remain concerned about small car production staying here in the U.S., but I cannot tell you how happy I am to know that the Flat Rock plant will be home to the all-new Lincoln Continental in 2016. This will…

Dingell Statement on Nuclear Agreement with Iran

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Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) released the following statement on the Obama Administration’s announcement that it has reached an agreement with Iran. “I believe one of the biggest threats to world peace is a nuclear Iran. I salute the hard work of many in this administration and past administrations in trying to address this difficult issue and constrain Iran's…

Rep. Dingell & National Advocates Call for Expanded Coverage for Hearing Aids

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As the 50th anniversary of Medicare approaches on June 30th, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) today joined Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky (IL-09), the National Committee to Preserve Social Security and Medicare, and more than 50 seniors and advocates in Washington to call for expanded coverage for hearing loss treatments.  “The reality is that while Medicare provides…

Dingell Urges State Department to Combat Deadly Fever Outbreak in Yemen

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Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) today sent a letter to Secretary of State John Kerry, requesting information about steps the State Department is taking to combat the deadly outbreak of dengue fever in Yemen, where many of her constituents are trapped amid ongoing hostilities. “My constituents are reporting that they have family members in Yemen who are suffering from…

Dingell Launches 12th District Cover Photo Competition

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Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) is launching a contest inviting residents of Michigan’s 12th Congressional District to submit photos and vote on her new Facebook and Twitter cover photo.  “We want to capture the spirit of the 12th District. It’s one of the best places in this country to live - our parks, waterways, festivals, parades, churches, schools,…

Congresswoman Dingell Honors Independence Day

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Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) today released the following statement honoring Independence Day. “Today marks 239 years since our Founding Fathers came together in Philadelphia to plot a new course that would change the history of the world. The words of the Declaration of Independence are as true today as they were then: ‘that all are created equal, that they are…

Dingell Hosts Long-term Care Conversation for Seniors & Caregivers

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In advance of the White House Conference on Aging in July, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) today hosted a community conversation on long-term care in Ann Arbor. More than 100 seniors and caregivers joined the conversation, which offered participants an opportunity to share issues and concerns, meet with representatives from local agencies and organizations, and hear from experts in…

Dingell Applauds Supreme Court Ruling for Marriage Equality

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Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) released the following statement following today’s Supreme Court decision supporting marriage equality. Michigan couple April DeBoer and Jayne Rowse were part of the consolidated marriage case considered by the Supreme Court. “Love is love. It’s not ours to judge. Today the Supreme Court affirmed that individuals can love whomever…

Dingell Hears From Small Business Owners Who Dont Know What They Will Do If Export-Import Bank Expires

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With the critical reauthorization deadline for the Export-Import Bank quickly approaching, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) today visited Hancock Enterprises, Inc. in Taylor and Polytorx, LLC in Ann Arbor to highlight the critical role the Ex-Im Bank plays in helping Michigan manufacturers sell their goods overseas and create jobs here at home. “As I left Ann Arbor today,…

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