Jared Polis actually said...

"I applaud the topic of today's hearing. I am certainly a strong supporter of high quality public school choice."

"And I would point out to my colleagues, we would welcome their support to extend the protections of Federal law on the basis of sexual orientation and gender identity."

"It is essential that we empower communities rather than promote policies that treat various Americans as second class citizens."

"Colorado is an example of how public school choice can be done well, and how it can be a valuable tool for advancing equity in our public school system."