Political Quotes

“We in the Senate should be concerned foremost with what is going to work to raise student achievement. We want to provide the resources that will enable and foster and nurture that achievement. We also want to make sure we take away barriers to that student achievement. When I was sitting as the Presiding Officer during the debate, I realized the nature of the amendment being offered, and I felt compelled to applaud what we are endeavoring to do. It reminds me that 10 years ago we faced a roadblock in my own State of Delaware because we were unable to do, on a small scale, what we seek to do with this amendment. I know it is not just our State but in the 49 other States young men and young women will benefit if we are able to include this in the legislation that goes to the President, and then if we follow up in the 50 States of America. I applaud each of you for offering the amendment and thank you for the opportunity to speak on its behalf.”