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Although his plan may not have been as extensive [than Obama's], Joe Biden, when he was running for president, also made science and education top priorities -- vowing to double funding for the NSF (National Science Foundation).
Voted YES on the Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act of 2007 (S. 5)
Although his plan may not have been as extensive [than Obama's], Joe Biden, when he was running for president, also made science and education top priorities -- vowing to double funding for the NSF and NIH and to boost stem cell research, among others.
"Q:What is your vision for America's space program? A: I like the robotic programs Q:How about the manned missions, with clear leadership we could A: With clear leadership we can do anything, good luck."
Biden wants to make China a full partner in space rather than a "frustrated new entrant that has to catch up with the United States."
Obama and Biden will recruit math and science degree graduates to the teaching profession and will support efforts to help these teachers learn from professionals in the field. They will also work to ensure that all children have access to a strong science curriculum at all grade levels.
Voted YES to adopt an amendment to the Senate's 2006 Fiscal Year Budget Resolution that would adjust education funding while still reducing the deficit by $5.4 billion. A YES vote would: Increase the maximum Pell Grant scholarship to $4,500 immediately and increase future math and science teacher student loan forgiveness to $23,000.
Kennedy amendment relative to education funding; Bill S AMDT 177 to S Con Res 18 ; vote number 2005-68 on Mar 17, 2005
The Obama-Biden plan will double federal funding for cancer research within 5 years, focusing on NIH and NCI. Obama and Biden will also work with Congress to increase funding for the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), an under-resourced agency that plays a critical role in ensuring that advances in cancer research make a difference in the care of the millions of Americans who experience cancer. And, their plan will provide additional funding for research on rare cancers and those without effective treatment options; for the study of health disparities and evaluation of possible interventions; and efforts to better understand genetic factors that can impact cancer onset and outcomes.
Although his plan may not have been as extensive [than Obama's], Joe Biden, when he was running for president, also made science and education top priorities -- vowing to double funding for the NSF and NIH and to boost stem cell research, among others.