Pete Sessions: “Whitney funding almost matched the entire funding of the State of Alabama. It is a concern. We have one of the finest…”

“Whitney funding almost matched the entire funding of the State of Alabama. It is a concern. We have one of the finest Shakespeare festivals in the world. As a matter of fact, the Shakespeare theater in Montgomery is well renowned, and people have contributed very heavily of themselves. The former Postmaster General Winton Blount had gone beyond the call of duty in helping create this facility. We only got $15,000 for that premier, world-class facility that is supported substantially by the gifts of local residents. Let me ask you, if the money came to the State, would they be able if they so chose to give more money to the Shakespeare theater in Montgomery? Would they be able to do that?”