It does look to us that there is evidence that the reform initiatives across the states are working to increase achievement at least in some states.

If you compare the scores of students from similar families, Texas does very well with respect to other states.

Regardless of where a child starts out in Texas, the research shows there is going to be improvement.

The White House wants (immigration reform), and many of us in the House do so as well,

The governor would certainly like to see comprehensive reform, and his proposed budget takes us a long way. We have to do what we can within our means.

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