I'm very committed to stable and adequate funding for education.

Economic growth is important. But we cannot count on economic growth alone to fund the public education system our children need and deserve.

It's absolutely critical that we not only provide support from cradle to career in the education system but also the wraparound services.

High-quality public education - combined with other appropriate support, as needed - is the best way to achieve the Oregon Business Plan's goal of reducing the number of people living in poverty.

We must provide adequate funding for an essential program that serves as a lifeline to some of our most vulnerable citizens.

The record shows that I've kept a very steady hand on the helm throughout some enormous challenges.