"Mr. Chairman, I am still processing that you are trying to equate this with cancer, which to me is baffling, and pretty offensive to anyone who has had cancer."
"I am disappointed to see the DEI programs are the newest target in my republican colleagues politicized culture war."
"I just want to note that, and I am very grateful that Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 have laid the groundwork to create campuses that are mor..."
"I am disappointed that instead of having a productive conversation about how we address the root causes of inequality, that students can face on college campuses, many republicans use this time to tar..."
"Democrats will continue to support and defend programs that protect students and educators from all forms of discrimination, harassment and violence on campus."
"When we invest in education, we are investing in our future."
"Children, regardless of where they live or how involved their parents are, deserve access to high-quality public education."
"Charter schools are not subject to the same level of oversight and accountability as traditional public schools."
"We must not ignore the growing number of charter schools that are operated by for-profit corporations."
"Every student deserves a high-quality education that will prepare them for success."
"Not all charter schools provide students with a quality education."
"Poorly regulated charter schools often have poor academic outcomes."