We need to restore parents and local government to their rightful role in the educational process.

I believe the Commission's report has shaken the Nation as well.

I think I can sympathize with what George is up against.

Schools can't do their job if a child doesn't come to school with a readiness and a willingness to learn, and that begins at home.

I'm told that here tonight, thanks to your support, we'll raise a million dollars for California Republicans.

The time has come for a grass roots campaign for educational renewal that unites parents, teachers, students, local officials, and concerned citizens.

We need to bring the concept of achievement back into our schools-achievement for teachers and students alike.

The act also provides additional funds to our vocational institutions for effective job-training programs.

That was what I had in mind a few weeks ago when I launched what may be one of the most important initiatives of this Administration—a great national debate on the future of American education.

There's no doubt about it, we have begun a strong and steady recovery that will bring new opportunity and better times to all our people.

Check me out. And do that with everyone who tries to bring a message to you.

You represent this nation's future.

America has no higher stake than in the quality of your education.

Your efforts can only lead to a stronger, more highly motivated work force.

I can put my veto pen away.

May the best competitors win.

I'm pleased to report that the drive to increase taxes on millions of hard-working married couples, small businesses, and family farms has just been beaten back and defeated in the Senate this morning.

Each generation must feel the spur of competition, share the commitment to excellence, and receive the rewards for a job well done.