Suzanne Bonamici actually said...

"I do not want the absence of Members on my side of the aisle to be perceived as a lack of interest in this important topic."

"Pell faces a double hit. First, it is more important because states are pulling back from institutions and therefore tuition is going up."

"I truly appreciate the importance of what we are discussing today, and believe that every student should have that access regardless of his or her socioeconomic status."

"Let us keep their inspiration alive by finding greater opportunities for partnership."