U.S. Secretary of Education Margaret Spellings today made the following statement regarding the nomination of Arne Duncan as U.S. Secretary of Education:

"Arne Duncan is a visionary leader and fellow reformer who cares deeply about students. As the CEO of the Chicago Public Schools, Arne has advanced policies to hold schools accountable for providing all our nation's students—regardless of race, income level or background—with a high-quality education. His credibility and expertise will be invaluable as we continue working to equip students with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed and to make higher education affordable and accessible to all. Above all, Arne understands that in today's global economy, we must stay focused on results for every child.

"I am pleased with the great work the U.S. Department of Education has done over the past eight years in improving educational opportunities for all children. I look forward to being helpful to Arne and his team during the transition and beyond."

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