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Patricia Schroeder: “today the Republicans once again rush to act as the demolition team for the American dream, as they are putting on their…”

On the recordJuly 11, 1996
today the Republicans once again rush to act as the demolition team for the American dream, as they are putting on their jerseys and getting ready to rush out there and unilaterally disarm our children as they prepare to move into the global competitive economy they are going to face in the 21st century. Yes, the Republicans are eagerly awaiting their ability to slash away at education funding. I personally believe there is no better investment in our future than making sure every American child has a world-class education. I am ashamed when we are willing to add billions for prisons and slash away at education so that America's kids are going to be left holding the debt and no way to pay it off. This is shameful. I hope everyone today votes for the Obey amendment, which will try to restore these cuts and put America back on line, following the American dream we were all able to follow.
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Patricia Schroeder
Colorado
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Addressing education funding cuts during a debate on the federal budget.

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