Mickelson uses his inner spaceman to promote math, science education

Phil Mickelson and his wife, Amy, enjoy a light moment Tuesday during their appearance on Capitol Hill in Washington during a House Education Committee hearing on how partnerships between private business and the education community can bolster careers in math and science. WASHINGTON — Phil Mickelson testified before Congress on Tuesday, and Secretary of Education Margaret Spellings noted his visit was unique. "Normally, you don't see athletes testifying before Congress unless they're in trouble," said Spellings, who hosted Phil and his wife Amy at the Department of Education. Mickelson, the No. 2-ranked golfer in the world, came to the capital to tell Congress that America is in trouble; its schools aren't producing enough math and science graduates to keep up with the world. The National Science Foundation estimates that... [read full story]