Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I rise to celebrate the organizations that work every day to make a positive impact in the lives of south Florida's youth. By changing the world one woman at a time, the group, Women of Tomorrow, has transformed the lives of more than 11,000 at-risk girls by matching them with a highly accomplished professional woman and providing them with scholarship opportunities. Another great organization, Mr. Speaker, is Take Stock in Children. It has given low-income students, most of whom come from minority families, a chance to improve their lives through college preparation programs, through scholarships, and by partnering with them with caring mentors. Studies show that children with mentors achieve more educational success, have higher personal aspirations, and are more confident. I would like to encourage everyone in south Florida to become a mentor and, thereby, make our community a better and safer place for our vulnerable youth. ____________________”