"Poverty does not cause violence and terrorism. Lack of education does not cause terrorism." ― John O. Brennan Topic(s): Education More From John O. Brennan "While the intelligence profession oftentimes demands secrecy, it is critically important that there be a full and open discourse on intelligence matters with the appropriate elected representatives of the American people." "I will not, nor will I ever, publicly divulge sensitive intelligence sources and methods. For when that happens, our national security is endangered and lives can be lost." "Where terrorists offer injustice, disorder and destruction, the United States and its allies stand for freedom, fairness, equality, hope, and opportunity." More In Education "So I want my kids to go to public schools because I think it’s a better education overall."― Charles Schumer "Sex education classes are like in-home sales parties for abortions."― Phyllis Schlafly "Education should be one of our top funding priorities; talking about it does not help the teachers and students who desperately need promises fulfilled."― Solomon Ortiz