Patty Murray actually said...

"Creating pathways for student success is what we'll be focused on today, and it's clear there is lots of room for improvement."

"Let's remember that in the years ahead, more and more jobs will actually require education beyond high school."

"Poverty and financial need can have a profound impact on students' ability to succeed."

"Higher education is really critical to ensuring the economic strength of our middle class, and I believe it is a critical part of building an economy that works for all of our families, not just the w..."