Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, today I want to congratulate our very own Lina Hidalgo, the county judge and chief executive of Harris County, for being named to the Forbes 30 Under 30. A proud immigrant, born in Colombia, and the product of Houston-area public schools, Lina was the first in her family to graduate from college. Lina went on to serve as a medical interpreter at the Texas Medical Center and has supported immigrants throughout her career. Last year, Lina became the first woman and the first minority ever elected county judge in Harris County. Lina is an inspiration to everyone in the community and has dedicated her life to serving the public and promoting equality. Lina is an example of how immigrants make America great, with her hard work and contributions to her county and her country. She is the product of the American Dream, an American value we must preserve so that everyone who turns to America for an opportunity to achieve a better life can achieve it. I am so proud to congratulate my friend, Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo. ``Felicidades y si se puede.'' Congratulations, and, yes, you can. ____________________”