Political Quotes

“Education is very expensive, and the bulk of it is paid for by local property taxes, sales taxes; in some States by a State income tax. It is expensive. We made a commitment here years ago that we would help out with special education; we said we would contribute as much as 40 percent of the expenses to educate a child that has special needs. We have never gotten above 8 percent--never above 8 percent. I have communities in my State of Connecticut that spend $100,000 on a child in a small town. Now, these towns surely want to help these children with disabilities, but it seems to me that is a national issue, giving children an opportunity to maximize their potential. We promised 40 percent; we have never provided more than 8. What if we gave $1.6 billion to the States across this country that are trying to provide the education for these special needs children? I assure you, people will say thank you.…”