It Is Time To Change Our Policy

A Leader Gets Things Done.

I Want You To Answer This Question: Why Should You Settle For Anything Less Than An Authentic Conservative Who Will Fight For Your Views And Values Without An Apology? Think About That.

We Have To Make Sure That College Is Accessible And Affordable. Two Years Ago, I Stood Here And Called Upon Our Institutions Of Higher Learning To Develop Plans For Degrees That Cost No More Than $10,000. There Were Plenty Of Detractors At That Time Who Insisted It Couldn't Be Done. However, That Call Inspired Educators At Colleges And Universities Across Our State To Step Up To The Plate. Today, I'm Proud To Tell You That Thirteen Texas Universities Have Announced Plans For A $10,000 Degree.

We Find Ourselves In What I Consider To Be The Most Challenging, Difficult, Threatening Time Since World War Ii Because Of This War On Terror.

Texas Is A National Leader In Education Reform And Student Achievement. Through Our College- And Career-ready Standards And Assessments, Strong School Accountability, And A Focus On Educator Development, We Have Created An Education System That Prepares Our Students For Success After Graduation.