Political Quotes

“Mr. Chair, I rise today to offer my amendment that transfers funds from government bureaucracy to charter school grants. As a mom raising four boys, I understand that families across this country want the best education possible for their children. One size does not fit all when it comes to education and our Nation's youth, and education matters are best handled at the State, local, and especially family levels. Charter schools are an important part of the public education landscape because they empower parents to choose a high-quality educational environment for their child regardless of income or ZIP Code. The unique educational experience of attending charter schools ensures more children have a chance to achieve the American Dream. During the first two full school years of COVID, nearly 240,000 additional students enrolled in public charter schools. Charter schools were the only sector of public education to grow during the COVID lockdowns. They also serve our Nation's marginalized children. A 2021 analysis of research on charter school effects and competitive influence by the National Bureau of Economic Research highlighted trends from three decades of research on charter schools. They found that charter schools boost student test scores, particularly for Black, Hispanic, and low-income students, and that attending charter schools increases college enrollment and civic engagement.…”