Political Quotes

“Mr. President, although September is coming to a close, we are right in the middle of Hispanic Heritage Month. Every fall we recognize how the invaluable contributions America's 47 million Latinos--Americans with roots in dozens of nations--strengthen our own Nation, and the way their rich cultures enrich our country. It is a special time every year. But this Hispanic Heritage Month is even more exciting than most. This year we are also celebrating the bicentennials of four great nations' independence: Argentina, Chile, Colombia and Mexico. More than 200 million people in these great countries are commemorating 200 years of freedom, liberty and opportunity, and the United States of America celebrates alongside our global neighbors. It is no secret, though, that the past year's challenges have tested our communities and our resolve closer to home. It has been tougher on Nevada than any other State, and tougher on Hispanics than any other group. But in the year that has passed between last Hispanic Heritage Month and this one, we have achieved so much: We affirmed the promise that affording to live a healthy life in America is the right of every citizen--not just a privilege for the wealthy few. We cleaned up Wall Street so this kind of recession can never happen again, and ended the era of big-bank bailouts. That law also brings transparency to the remittance industry, which saves customers and their families millions of dollars.…”