"The issues that are facing the Department are front and center in our national dialog right now."
"I still think the District should have its proper representation in the U.S. House as a full voting member of the House, and we should have two Senators from the District of Columbia."
"Every Governor I know is focused on it. That is where most of the action is."
"I can say factually that my colleague, Senator Alexander, has a great deal of knowledge and passion on these issues."
"But we can't do it alone."
"I'm a proud cosponsor of your Strong Start for America's Students Act."
"I'm afraid that describes the president's proposal for preschool for all."
"Today's hearing will serve as a first in a set of hearings, focusing on early learning."
"The early intervention and two-generational approach has transformed the lives of children and their families across my State."
"Here's another grand promise: $75 billion over 10 years to expand preschool for 4-year-olds that live below 200 percent of the Federal poverty definition."
"I look forward to a good, robust discussion today on that topic."