I think that there are many opportunities still available for the school system to become more efficient, more responsive, more inclusive, stronger, within its current budget constraints.

I fight very hard for more generous match for Louisiana, because I have a high percentage...

What is very notable about this is that these earnings were not taxed earnings, but earnings earned in the city using city services.

I think that with safeguards going in and understanding what is going to be needed is important.

I do want to say to Mayor Williams and to our Council, that the progress the District has made is indisputable.

Part of it, Mr. Chairman, is driven by the fact that the city is here, living, co-existing in a way with the Federal Government.

And a mere $4.5 million or even 6 or 7 million dollars won't do. Sometimes, it is a $20 million price tag, or sometimes more than that?

What we need to be able to do is we don't have the money to get audits.

During this time, we, as a Nation, take the time to reflect on and celebrate one of the fastest growing innovative forces in education policy, the charter school.

I appreciate those comments and, of course, acknowledge the work that we have done together along with many other members of both the House and the Senate to improve public school choices for residents in the District.

I really do want to thank all of you for what you are doing.

How many are on that list? Does anybody know?