Unless we make education a priority, an entire generation of Americans could miss out on the American dream.

It's not my job to dream your dreams. It's my job to make your dreams become a reality.

Whether it's making sure that families have access to quality health care and child care, or making sure that our children receive the best educational opportunities we can give them, we must remain committed to these needs because our children are our future.

My heart has been heavy and I have deliberated within my own conscience, knowing that my decision should not come out of my initial emotion of anger toward the President for such reckless behavior, but should be based on the facts.