Political Quotes

“Mr. Chairman, I yield myself such time as I may consume. I rise today in strong support of the Advancing Competency-Based Education Demonstration Project Act of 2013. Mr. Chairman, this week, Congress is moving forward with a bipartisan effort to strengthen our Nation's higher education system. Across the country, millions of college students are getting ready to start the school year. They will soon say good-bye to family and friends and pursue their dream of a postsecondary education. Unfortunately, Mr. Chairman, many Americans are struggling to turn that dream into reality. The higher education system we know today is too costly, too bureaucratic, and outdated. Some are having a hard time fitting the traditional college experience into a busy lifestyle that already includes work, family, or both. Others are graduating with a pile of debt and no job prospects. A college degree can open the door to a bright and prosperous future, yet too often, obstacles stand in the way. Ultimately, States and institutions must provide the answers students and families need, but Congress has a role to play as well. First and foremost, we need to continue promoting policies that will get this economy moving again, so every college graduate who wants a job can find a job. We can also adopt commonsense reforms that will improve our higher education system. Today, the House will begin to do just that. We have an opportunity right now--right now, Mr.…”