After Republicans captured the House in the midterms, the House Speaker said she would resign.
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House Speaker Nancy Pelosi announced her resignation as Democratic leader on November 17. Pelosi, a congresswoman since 1987, won't be House Minority Leader next term.
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"I won't seek Democratic leadership in the next Congress. She stated a new generation should head the Democratic caucus.
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Pelosi congratulated her colleagues after announcing her resignation. "Standing here, I'm grateful for life's blessings.
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Many of these successes would not have been achieved without the courage and determination of my Democratic colleagues, she continued.
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Pelosi acknowledged her children and husband, Paul Pelosi, a "pillar of strength." She praised her coworkers for supporting him during a home invasion. "Thanks." As he recovers, we appreciate all the prayers and best wishes. She thanked everyone with cheers.
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Pelosi stressed the importance of parliamentarians' involvement in the future. Our decisions will affect the future of babies born today for years to come.
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We may disagree on policy, but we must remain devoted to our shared mission: to uphold Democratic ideals, love the divine spark in each of us, and put our country first, she said.