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Washington, DC – Congresswoman Linda Sánchez released the following statement regarding the pending release of Israeli soldier Gilad Shalit, who has been held in captivity in the Gaza Strip for more than five years.

Washington, DC – In continuing her work to raise awareness for breast cancer prevention,Congresswoman Linda Sánchez (D-CA) entered a statement for the Congressional Record to recognize October as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Below is a copy of the statement:

Statement for the Congressional Record

Honoring Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Washington, DC – In continuing to fight to improve the economy, Congresswoman Linda T. Sánchez (CA-39) is proud to support the "Make It in America" plan by appearing in a new documentary. The "Make It In America" documentary was unveiled this week and highlights the House Democrats' plan, which supports American manufacturing and creates jobs.

Washington, DC – Congresswoman Linda Sánchez released the followingstatement honoring LGBT History Month.

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Linda Sánchez issued the following statement today in recognition of National Alzheimer's Action Day. The Alzheimer's Association designates September 21^st as "National Alzheimer's Action Day" to help raise awareness for Alzheimer's research and care.

Washington, DC – Congresswoman Linda Sánchez issued the following statement regarding "Don't Ask, Don't Tell," which barred gays and lesbians from openly serving in the U.S. military. The discriminatory policy ends today after it was implemented seventeen years ago.

Washington, DC –Congresswoman Linda T. Sánchez (CA-39) today applauded President Obama for signing into law the "America Invents Act." This bipartisan legislation paves the way to modernize the United Sates patent system and spark new innovation.