Political Quotes

“this week the House is considering H.R. 7, the Education Savings and School Excellence Act of 2000. For years, we have watched as our education quality has gone way below the standards set by other nations. For example, the U.S. 12th graders currently test among the lowest among the industrialized nations in math and science. If our Nation is to continue setting the standard for the rest of the world in science, research, and technology, then we must take steps now to help ensure that each child learns to their maximum ability. Mr. Speaker, this education savings account will allow a Roth-type IRA for investment to help assure the best possible education for academic tutoring, for books, for fees, computers, special education services and other education need. I understand Vice President Gore has now supported tax credits, tax deductions for contributions that will go into political campaigns, but he has denied support for this bill that allows families to have some kind of tax incentive for savings to help assure the best possible education.”