"I can say factually that my colleague, Senator Alexander, has a great deal of knowledge and passion on these issues."
"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."
"The early intervention and two-generational approach has transformed the lives of children and their families across my State."
"I have a field hearing in Des Moines to explore how early learning programs have benefited people in Iowa."
"We'll again convene to discuss early learning with a focus on strengthening the Strong Start for America's Children Act."
"The best thing we can do as a Nation would be to fix the law and to fix it together in a bipartisan way."
"I urge you to include adequate funding for prevention and preparedness programs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and other public health agencies."
"Thank you, Chairman Harkin, Senator Alexander, and members of the committee for taking the time out of what I know from experience are significantly demanding schedules to devote your time to this cri..."
"I fundamentally disagree with that view."
"I support David Weil's nomination. I know his service at the Department of Labor would contribute to a stronger U.S. economy."
"Raising the minimum wage could allow Americans who currently rely on government assistance programs the ability to be more self-sufficient."