*Administration of Barack Obama, 2014 *

*January 8, 2014 *

As a Representative of the people of New York in the U.S. Congress, Carolyn McCarthy has earned a reputation for principled and compassionate leadership. In particular, she's been at the forefront of the issue that brought her to Washington 17 years ago: reducing and preventing gun violence. She was also instrumental in the passage of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform Act to prevent future financial crises and has been a leading advocate for improving education, especially college affordability. Like many across the Nation, Michelle and I admire Carolyn's determination and personal strength. We thank her for her service and send her and her family our warmest regards.

*Categories:* Statements by the President : McCarthy, Rep. Carolyn, decision not to seek reelection*. *

*Names: *McCarthy, Carolyn; Obama, Michelle*. *

*Subjects:* New York : U.S. Representative, retirement.

*DCPD Number:* DCPD201400008.