Ron Wyden actually said...

"I want to leave this hearing saying that I think we all understand--and you did not mean it that way, of course--that kids deserve the very best."

"I hope at some point you are able to consider the recommendation of MACPAC and other organizations of reauthorizing and funding the program for at least 5 years."

"I mean, obviously, we are going to have to have discussions back and forth on that, but that is my objective. That is our objective here."

"It is really important for States to have the certainty right now so that they can plan appropriately."