Political Quotes

On the recordJuly 25, 2010
We need the political will to make the changes that data and evaluation demonstrate will work.
Said by
Chris Dodd
Democratic · Connecticut

Editor's note · Context

Emphasizes the necessity of political commitment to address poverty and education issues.

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