10/12/1979
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"I believe that a Department of Education will enable us to do a better job of helping states and localities carry out their responsibilities."
"I strongly oppose a provision which compromises this Government's ability to fulfill its legally binding financial obligations to the United Nations and its specialized agencies."
"This act will facilitate part-time Federal employment."
"If you don't vote, you're the loser."