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The best way to help the Latino community is to give back. I love giving back; I'm quiet about God and what I do, but we do a lot in the Dominican Republic.

I am a firm believer in education and have worked very hard to tell young Latinos that they must go to college and that, if possible, they should pursue an advanced degree. I am convinced that education is the great equalizer.

Head Start's ability to improve the educational skills and opportunities of Latino children will be an important component of America's future success.

Be proud of your Latino culture and do the best work you can do, and you will always succeed.

Education is extremely important to the Hispanic community, as well as faith, and certainly working hard.

Latinos care about education, yes, so we need reform, not just money.

Many Latino kids should become scientists because we need scientists all over the world from all different backgrounds. We have many tough problems, and we need everybody's help to solve the problems.

I do want to be involved in quality projects that say something positive about the Latino community.

Nearly one-fifth of our fellow citizens are Latino. They are families who are impacted by our education system, by our economy, by our healthcare delivery, and by every policy we make here in Washington.

Any good teacher knows how important it is to connect with students and understand our culture.