Political Quotes

David Roe

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David P. Roe is a former Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives, serving Vermont's 1st congressional district from January 4, 2005, to January 3, 2021. During his time in Congress, Roe was known for his focus on healthcare issues, particularly in relation to veterans and the military. He served on several committees, including the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs, where he advocated for improved services for veterans and their families.

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Feb 4, 2014

If every child shows up at the starting line in kindergarten at the same place, that low-income child is going to fall behind.

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Feb 4, 2014

The problem we are trying to solve is the achievement gap, and we know that the achievement gap begins really almost at birth.

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Feb 4, 2014

It would make no difference whatsoever in my family to have a national program for pre-K. It isn't going to affect the outcomes.

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Jan 27, 2014

We have enough vouchers, the problem is we do not have enough housing stock to fill.

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Jan 27, 2014

Military paychecks are still pretty thin. And these Soldiers live, and Sailors, Airmen, and Marines live pretty close.

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Jan 27, 2014

We should ensure that this never happens again.

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Jan 27, 2014

I think one of the saddest things I have heard since I have been in this Congress is any veteran is homeless.

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Jan 14, 2014

the question is what recommendations would you all have?

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Jan 14, 2014

There ought to be some latitude because not everybody falls under the bell-shaped curve.

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Jan 14, 2014

I think this is, at least I hope that this situation is just an outlier that occurred.

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Jan 14, 2014

Are we sure, do you have systems in place to be sure that my lens implant does not, that is recalled, that I am notified?

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