John Rockefeller actually said...

America's place as a global leader in those areas was at risk and we could not afford to fall behind.

Rockefeller emphasizes the importance of maintaining America's leadership in STEM fields.

05/05/2010

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But, boy, does that hit you in the face.

I think you are a problem solver. I welcome that. I think you are going to be a superb Secretary.

It has to be approved before it can be given by the Office of Management and Budget.

Picking specific research projects or even scientific disciplines to be funded through a political process and favoring them at the expense ...