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  • U.S. House steps up for early education
    Jul 16, 2009  - The U.S. House of Representatives yesterday took a major step in helping our children accelerate their climb up the learning curve by introducing the Student Aid and Fiscal Responsibility Act of 2009.  At President Obama's request, this comprehensive legislation includes a wide range of effe... More
  • We Must Encourage Investments in Quality Early Education Opportunities
    Mar 17, 2009  - In today’s Education and Labor Committee hearing, we heard from experts in early education and child care from across the country.  The panel testified to the importance of investing in high quality early education and child care opportunities for children from birth to five.  We also saw ... More
  • Fulfilling our Obligation to our Veterans and Troops
    Nov 11, 2007  - On this Veterans Day, we honor and celebrate the more than 24 million brave veterans — including over 100,000 in Hawai‘i — who have served our country so faithfully.             I have had the privilege of participating in Veterans Day events t... More
  • Investing in Young Children Delivers Valuable Dividends
    Sep 18, 2007  - Participation in a high-quality early education program builds the foundation for a child’s success in school — and in life. Scientists and other experts assembled at the National Summit on America’s Children in May, an event organized by House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.), presented compelling r... More

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