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Mr. Speaker, less than 10 percent of our Nations children walk or ride their bicycles to school, and too many schools co
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"Mr. Speaker, less than 10 percent of our Nation's children walk or ride their bicycles to school, and too many schools continue to invite fast-food vendors into their cafeterias"

- Lois Capps

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In this quote, Lois Capps, a former member of the United States House of Representatives, is addressing the concern of childhood weight problems and the absence of physical activity amongst children. She starts by attending to the Speaker of the House, suggesting that she is speaking with a larger audience about a pushing concern. Capps then highlights the worrying figure that less than 10 percent of children in the nation select to walk or ride their bikes to school, which suggests a decrease in physical activity. She also criticizes the presence of fast-food vendors in school lunchrooms, which can add to unhealthy consuming practices. In general, Capps is drawing attention to the requirement for promoting healthier way of lives for children in the United States.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Lois Capps between January 10, 1938 and January 3, 2017. She was a famous Politician from USA. The author also have 23 other quotes.

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