Bob Schaffer
The Public Record
Bob Schaffer is a former U.S. Congressman who represented Colorado's 4th congressional district from 1997 to 2003. A member of the Republican Party, Schaffer was known for his strong advocacy of national defense, particularly in support of a national missile defense system. He also took firm stances on social issues, including opposition to the sale of fetal tissue from abortions. Schaffer has been involved in various political and educational initiatives following his congressional career, including serving as the president of the Colorado Community College System.
Most widely reported
by number of sourcesFeb 15, 2012
the expectation level of accountability and the immediacy of a response is far quicker, and greater, and more precise, and more meaningful when we move authority actually away from Washington and back to the neighborhood.
Feb 15, 2012
I have become deeply convinced of the value of parental involvement in education.
Feb 15, 2012
This is the greatest environment for school reform I have seen in my career in here, in 38 years on this committee, and we should be taking advantage of it.
Feb 15, 2012
granting more freedom from federal mandates of--federal mandates of NCLB--does not mean lowering the bar for any child.
Feb 15, 2012
states ought to be trusted completely. That is kind of what the premise of the country is, I had always believed.
Feb 15, 2012
Just giving parents the opportunity to choose empowers them in a way that is helpful.
Feb 15, 2012
I really enjoyed the chance to discuss and act on issues similar to the ones you're considering today.
Feb 15, 2012
the only individuals who can guarantee that these dollars are being spent efficiently are the ones who are closest to the children who are affected.
Feb 15, 2012
It is a perspective that favors choice, local control, a professional transformation of the teaching craft, transparency, accountability, competitiveness, and marketplace entrepreneurship.