Madam Leader: A Behind-the-Scenes Look at the House Democratic Leader’s Past Week

A week in photos: December 03–08, 2017

As we get closer to the holidays, Leader Pelosi and House Democrats welcomed many visitors at the Capitol: members of the press, celebrities, MomsRising advocates, and a special visit by Paddington Bear as part of a children’s literacy campaign by the Library of Congress.

Leader Pelosi speaking with Richard Gere, Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal and Steve Williamson during the member holiday party. December 6, 2017 (Photo by Julio Obscura)

Paddington Bear discussing internship possibilities at our office. December 8, 2017 (Photo by Julio Obscura)

Leader Pelosi speaking with members of the press during the annual press holiday party. December 6, 2017 (Photo by Julio Obscura)

LL Cool J taking a selfie during the 40th Kennedy Center Honors, becoming the first rapper to be a Kennedy Center Honors recipient. December 3, 2017 (Photo by Kelsey Smith)

During Wednesday’s MomsRising press event a young child became the center of attention when he decided he did not want to be in the family photo. December 8, 2017 (Photo by Julio Obscura)

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