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“I want it to be said that the Bush administration was a results-oriented administration, because I believe the results of focusing our attention and energy on teaching children to read and having an education system that's responsive to the child and to the parents, as opposed to mired in a system…” quote by George W. Bush
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“I want it to be said that the Bush administration was a results-oriented administration, because I believe the results of focusing our attention and energy on teaching children to read and having an education system that's responsive to the child and to the parents, as opposed to mired in a system that refuses to change, will make America what we want it to be - a more literate country and a hopefuller country.”

George W. Bush

About This Quote

Source Speech: Education Policy Address, 2005

A results‑oriented administration should focus on improving literacy and responsive education to build a more hopeful nation.

In simple terms: Improving reading and adaptable schools leads to a better future.

Key Takeaway

Invest in literacy and responsive education.

Themes

education reform literacy hope policy national development

Mood

hopeful determined

Type

policy inspirational

When to use this quote

  • school districts
  • parental involvement
  • curriculum design
  • policy making

Key Concepts

human capital social equity long‑term growth

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we ensure education reforms reach every child?
  • What measures indicate true progress in literacy?
A Different Perspective

Results depend on implementation and funding; change is complex.

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