"the D.C. voucher program has proven to be the most effective education policy evaluated by the Federal Government's official education research arm, so far."
"I think it would be very reasonable."
"I think maybe there was some feeling that, 'Well, if they ask these questions, then they're going to ask more questions.'"
"I know your deep interest in this, and strong feelings about it."
"I hope you would--I was trying to do such a good job in encouraging accountability that I forgot to say..."
"I'm trying to align myself with Senator Durbin, too, so that he'll put more money in for the Opportunity Scholarship Program."
"For public schools. But for independent schools."
"Every child deserves a chance to succeed, and education is key."
"I think we want choice so that children can opt into better situations that ensure their learning is going on."
"I think the intent, here, is--I hope--is simply to say, 'We want to make sure that the charter schools are working.'"
"Education is the key to unlocking the potential of our children."