"Today, education is perhaps the most important function of state and local governments." ― Bobby Scott Topic(s): Education More From Bobby Scott "Unfortunately, the elimination of incentives such as parole, good time credits and funding for college courses, means that fewer inmates participate in and excel in literacy, education, treatment and other development programs." "In the Brown decision, the United States Supreme Court unanimously struck down the legal and moral footing of racially segregated public education in this country." "It is virtually impossible to compete in today’s global economy without a college degree." More In Education "When you have strict censorship of the internet, young students cannot receive a full education. Their view of the world is imbalanced. There can be no true discussion of the issues."― Ai Weiwei "Upon the education of the people of this country the fate of this country depends."― Benjamin Disraeli "Yeah, I’m a thrill seeker, but crikey, education’s the most important thing."― Steve Irwin