Rick Larsen
Rick Larsen
Richard Ray "Rick" Larsenis the United States Representative for Washington's 2nd congressional district and a member of the Democratic Party. He was first elected to the House of Representatives in 2000 and was re-elected in each of the six subsequent elections, most recently in 2014...
NationalityAmerican
ProfessionPolitician
Date of Birth15 June 1965
CountryUnited States of America
class support relief
I strongly support tax relief for the middle class.
years aggravation agriculture
As the first Member of Congress from western Washington to serve on the House Agriculture Committee in over 50 years, I am proud to represent the needs of our agriculture community.
yield important quality
Washington state's 2nd Congressional District is a major producer of small fruit crops such as raspberries and strawberries. This research center is doing important work to help farmers enhance the quality, yield and marketability of their small fruit crops.
real america agendas
Now more than ever, America needs an agenda for real change.
commitment home years
I can finally go home and tell the constituents, law enforcement, and leaders in Washington state that Congress is treating the meth problem with the same urgency and commitment that local communities have been treating it with for years.
responsibility america community
Congress must take responsibility for a new positive direction - an innovative agenda that will lead to a more secure America. Secure communities, secure economies, and a secure quality of life.
opportunity class benefits
Congress had the opportunity to extend tax relief to working families without increasing the deficit. Instead, we were handed a bill that favors the wealthy and eliminates deductions that benefit the middle class.
easter play roles
Today's global landscape is increasingly interconnected. China and the Middle East play critical roles towards international peace and security.
political understanding engagement
Our ability to effectively engage China and the Arab world rests on shared economic and political interests and mutual understanding.
children alcohol drug
Children are often the silent victims of drug abuse.
children sleep leaving
I have heard repeated stories of meth users leaving their children unattended for days as they cook, use and then sleep off the intense effects of methamphetamine.
country community drug
Methamphetamine is a highly dangerous drug that is wreaking havoc on families and communities throughout this country. The drug's use is spreading across the United States.
strong past years
For the past several years, the Meth Caucus has worked to engage the Office of National Drug Control Policy on this issue. We have tried to get their attention that meth requires a strong, comprehensive Federal policy.
both china defining intense problems relationship symbolic
The lobbying on CNOOC was particularly intense on both sides, ... It was really symbolic of the problems that we are having defining what our relationship with China will be in the future.