Miguel Cardona

We need to open five days a week.

I think that we are moving to a government that invests in workers and puts workers and their families ahead of corporate profits in this country.

Poverty is unacceptable, and we have the capacity to abolish it.

So, yes, this is a high priority for me to make sure that all students have a fair shake.

I agree that sexual discrimination or any type of harassment has no place in our college campuses.

transgender students deserve every opportunity to participate in all school activities.

We need to think creatively with this opportunity that we have to hit the reset button.

I feel very strongly, very strongly that when done well, it should unite us under one flag, one country.

Competitive salaries are needed.

You are absolutely right. When we talk about the inequities that were exacerbated by this pandemic, women have had a harder time recovering from this.

All educators want children in school. They just wanted it done safely.

I believe schools should offer the opportunity for students to engage in extracurricular activities, even if they are transgender. I think that is their right.

These inequities will endure, and prevent the potential of this great country, unless tackled head-on.

Our nation's education challenges didn't begin with the pandemic, but it has exacerbated inequities in our educational system.

I think that it is critically important that education systems and educators respect the rights of all students, including students who are transgender.

It is critically important that, if confirmed, that I do everything in my power to help these students.

What I commit to is ensuring that rural needs have a seat at the table.

I think it is appropriate for--I think it is the legal responsibility of schools to provide opportunities for students to participate in activities, and this includes students who are transgender.

If confirmed, I look forward to sitting at the table with the vast, diverse community of people who have a stake in education.

The burden on educators and families has been tremendous: taking a toll on the mental health and well-being of our children, parents, educators, and staff.

I can think of no higher calling than working to build a better, more equal future for the next generation.