Tom Harkin actually said...

"I hope the stories and the experiences I have shared will be instructive as the committee considers legislation, like the Strong Start for America's Children Act."

"But failing to invest in children when they are very young means a higher cost to society, and business, down the road."

"But more importantly, I am the person you pay later. I am the person you pay later if you do not invest in early childhood education."

"we appreciate the work Senator Harkin, Senator Murray and others did to make sure the needs of MSHS children were addressed."