"Both you and the president have repeatedly called for federal investment in innovative programs with a proven track record of helping schools meet high standards and close the achievement gap."
"Today, more than one in 10 Colorado children is obese."
"Healthy habits start early in life, and the public overwhelmingly supports immediate action to reverse the obesity trend."
"86 percent of Coloradoans support requiring 30 minutes of physical education each day in our schools."
"In growing up, arts put food on my table."
"As a result of my life experiences and background, I am a strong supporter of the arts and have been a longtime advocate of arts education."
"The multiplier effect of arts spending is impressive: every dollar in cultural spending returns nine in federal income taxes."
"In my district, we have 2,670 arts-related businesses that employ 8,292 people."
"These businesses stimulate innovation and play a critical role in building and sustaining our economy."
"One of the things we can do is remove barriers to effective parenting."