11/03/2009
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"First of all, we would like to thank Chairman Kildee and Chairwoman McCarthy, as well as Ranking Members Castle and Platts for the opportunity to discuss a matter as important as student safety and th..."
"When I first entered politics 44 years ago, and 33 years ago in Congress, there was a higher degree of civility."
"I think that we also have, from a safety perspective, it means tighter partnerships between schools, police, mental health agencies and the community partners."
"We ask that Congress require schools and districts to enact anti-bullying and harassment policies that include enumerated categories."