Bill Clinton actually said...

The idea behind the 'Education Accountability Act,' which I will send to Congress next month, is to say after, now more than 15 years of education research and efforts... it is time for the Federal Government to invest in those things which Governors and school districts... have proved are critical for raising student achievement.

02/21/1999

https://www.presidency.ucsb.edu...

More Bill Clinton Quotes

"The provision was canceled by the President because, as originally drafted, it was poorly targeted and susceptible to abuse."
"Should we change the law? You bet."
"I want this to be a country where every child and every person who is responsible enough to work for it can live the American dream."
"The White House announced that the President will host a White House Conference on Hate Crimes on November 10 at George Washington University."

View All Bill Clinton Quotes