By requiring all 30 million Americans age 18 to 25 to perform two years of national service, in the military or civilian life, we will be asking for a shared sacrifice from all American citizens. Charles B. Rangel ageamericancitizen Change image and share on social
I authored the Universal National Service Act because I believe that everyone in America should contribute to the greater good of America. Charles B. Rangel actamericaauthore Change image and share on social
As a Korean War veteran, I know firsthand and understand the sacrifices made by our men and women in uniform. Charles B. Rangel firsthandkoreanmake Change image and share on social
I was proud to march beside some of the most notable Civil Rights activists, such as the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Rev. Jesse Jackson, and Joseph L. Rauh, Jr., from Selma to Montgomery. Charles B. Rangel activistciviljackson Change image and share on social
Respecting our veterans includes providing them the ways and means they so desperately need to reintegrate into our lives and serve us again as productive members of our civilian community. Charles B. Rangel civiliancommunitydesperately Change image and share on social
I think that, as Americans, we should never forget that when we tamper with freedom of speech, it is a very sensitive issue that affects all of our constitutional rights and privileges. Charles B. Rangel affectamericanconstitutional Change image and share on social
Not having insurance not only destroys your life, it destroys your fiscal life. It breaks up marriages. You cannot functions anywhere unless you have good health. Charles B. Rangel breakdestroyfiscal Change image and share on social
The War Powers Act requires presidents to seek the consent of the American people, through their representatives, before sending our troops into war. It is the responsibility of Congress to deliberate and consult with the executive branch before involving ourselves in a military conflict. Charles B. Rangel actamericanbranch share on social
Those of us in the Congress must confront and overcome Republican intransigence to increasing the minimum wage, extending unemployment insurance and protecting food stamps. Charles B. Rangel confrontcongressextend Change image and share on social
Since the enactment of the War Powers Act in 1973, which I supported then and support now, Congress has been reluctant to assert its authority when presidents decide to send American soldiers into harm's way. Charles B. Rangel actamericanassert share on social