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We need a new Latin American policy that is bold - different. We need to focus on building civil society, focus on the lack of infrastructure. We need look at ways to foster economic opportunity. There needs to be a more comprehensive economic vision in the region.

To be seen and to be respected for my work and acknowledged as a true American Latina... means a lot to me.

In fairness, Latin America's elected civilian leaders have made progress in some areas. They have brought their countries back to international respectability, curbed flagrant human rights violations, and sought to build democratic political institutions.

I am so proud of my heritage and of being Latina. I would most definitely consider roles in Latin America.

I have a very deep care for Latin America, and, of course, for what was going on in El Salvador.

Latinos are here to stay. As citizen Raquel, I'm proud to be Latina.

Latin life is rich with warmth, family values and history. I want to bring that beauty into American homes.