back FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  CONTACT: May 12, 2004 Kate Dwyer: 202-226-7326 Ryan Announces Upcoming Listening Sessions WASHINGTON -- First District Congressman Paul Ryan has announced the schedule for a new round of listening sessions that he will be holding in late May and early June.  Ryan will be visiting 35 communities in Wisconsin's First Congressional District to listen to constituents’ concerns and to discuss important issues that affect Southern Wisconsin.    “We’ll talk about a range of issues, from health care to jobs to Iraq,” Ryan said.  “Most importantly, I want to hear what’s on people’s minds and answer their questions.  These listening sessions are a great chance for us to talk face to face about the issues that concern them.  I hope people will take time to attend one of these meetings in their area.”   Issues to be discussed include health care costs, job creation, gasoline prices, the new prescription drug cards now available to seniors, and the war on terrorism.   Please click here for a complete schedule of upcoming listening sessions.   back