Nita Lowey actually said...

"I think that they are so critical to bringing together health, social support, family-community engagement, early childhood development opportunities to really help students and their families thrive."

"This is an epidemic. You know, I speak to my grandkids, sixth grade, fifth grade, it is unbelievable what is going on out there."

"With all due respect, the administration chose to make these cuts. This wasn't a tough choice; it was the wrong choice."

"We really do need these answers right away, but I would like to turn to another matter on--which is impacting public health."