I appreciated the presentation from my friend from Pennsylvania. I could not agree more that it is time for us to come forward with action. It was my honor this morning to address the Council of the Great City Schools, who are gathered in our Nation's Capitol--board members, superintendents, dealing with the challenges of education. And they are standing in solidarity with the young people who have raised their voices calling upon Congress to finally act. One of the things that is deeply troubling is that the Republican leadership refuses to allow a robust debate and action on the floor of the House. There are dozens of provisions that we can come together, produce majorities, enact legislation that will protect children's lives. Mr. Speaker, the Council of the Great City Schools had a resolution calling upon us to take action that I include in the Record.…
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