It is significant and gratifying that your achievements have been recognized with this renowned international award.

I know that Americans everywhere are proud of your accomplishments and join me in standing you our very best wishes.

Mankind is in your debt for your fine contributions and for the example you have provided of selfless concern for others.

This bill is a result of cooperation and teamwork between the White House and the Congress.

Your work on behalf of children, refugees, the poor and the sick has been a great inspiration for many years to those of us who cherish and espouse human rights.

It's important for us to remember that education is the biggest single national investment in the United States.

An educated citizenry is essential to the survival of a democratic form of government.

The time has passed when the Federal Government can afford to give second-level, part-time attention to its responsibilities in American education.

Congratulations on winning the 1979 Nobel Prize in Economics.

Today's signing fulfills a longstanding personal commitment on my part.

Congratulations on your Nobel Prize in Chemistry for 1979.

I hope that everyone will know—who's interested in education—this is the Secretary of Education.

When I became President, that situation was drastically different.

I would like to express my personal congratulations for your richly deserved award of the Nobel Peace Prize for 1979.

Education is our most important national investment.

Your work in economic growth and development theory has had a profound effect on everyone involved in efforts to advance the lives of people in the underdeveloped areas of the world.

I don't know what history will show, but my guess is that the best move for the quality of life in America in the future might very well be this establishment of this new Department of Education.

I am pleased that your outstanding work in boron chemistry is being recognized through this renowned international prize.