Robert Casey actually said...

"Sometimes it is you spend a buck on high-quality early learning and you get back multiples of that, sometimes into the teens."

"Research demonstrates that direct investments in children can help close gaps in these important outcomes and can have lasting positive effects."

"Whenever a witness can bring a personal story, that makes a substantial impression on everyone here."

"Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Dr. King, welcome, and thank you for your testimony and your willingness to serve. We appreciate that commitment."