"We are not going to stop fighting because you are not going to let us, and we are not going to do it because you are that wind beneath our wings here."
"I think we all want to express our deep gratitude to the 24 witnesses testifying today and to all of those who sent written testimonies for the record."
"We have to make it affordable."
"I would just like to say to you and ask the Department to take that lead in protecting students from these agreements, and protecting the integrity of the student loan program for Federal taxpayers."
"The sad truth is we can never give those children back those years of their lives, and some of these wounds may never heal."
"As we begin the 2023 budget process, we need to build on these critical investments to help even more students and families to achieve that American dream."
"These are the very students that our Federal programs are in place to support, and I think our country will be seeing the negative consequences from school closures for years and years to come."
"I fear the proposed 15 percent increase for the Department of Education will leave the next generation saddled with the highest national debt our Nation has ever seen."
"Your budget recognizes the immense value of higher education by providing key investments to make college more affordable and accessible for low-income and minority students."
"We were able to meet the needs of communities all across our Nation through district-specific funding for programs that support students with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mentorship, t..."
"This administration is restoring our reputation in the world as a country that welcomes immigrants of all colors and faiths."