Political Quotes

“Today is National Teachers Appreciation Day. There are many factors that contribute towards a quality education, but no one factor is more significant than the teacher. Teachers make a difference in the lives of students every day across this great Nation. Teachers work to open students' minds to ideas, knowledge and dreams, and keep American democracy alive by laying the foundation for good citizenship. To quote President Kennedy: There is an old saying that the course of civilization is a race between catastrophe and education. In a democracy such as ours, we must make sure that education wins the race. Our Nation faces many challenges today, including a struggling economy and record unemployment. For these problems and others, the education provided by teachers can be the key to our success. I am very appreciative to all of the teachers who have made such a difference in my life, including the lives of my children; and I urge my colleagues to take time to recognize and acknowledge the impact of teachers in our lives. ____________________”