I would remind our critics that we have all supported education programs and funding. the benefits of which are not received directly by our States. For example. last year. the Congress passed a new initiative which guarantees our Nations black colleges a minimum level of Federal funding each year. I strongly supported this $50 million provision. in spite of the fact that my State does not receive any of these funds. Other programs which benefit very specific State and geographic areas over others are: Impact aid. bilingual education. immigrant education. and magnet schools. In fact. just last week. the Senate passed the supplemental appropriations bill which contains a special provision for the Chicago public schools of over $50 million. And so Mr.
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