Alex Padilla Quotes

Alex Padilla

Profession : Politician

Birth : March 22, 1973

While no state has more at stake in immigration policy than California, the entire nation stands to benefit from thoughtful immigration reform.

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Granting formerly incarcerated individuals the right to vote tells them 'your voice matters.'

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Police officers' disproportionate use of force against people of color is a stain on our nation.

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I took an oath to defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic.

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It is important that we honor and remember the sacrifices of countless families in the mobilization to defeat fascism during World War II.

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Rooting out white supremacists and right-wing extremists is a challenge that local law enforcement agencies, and even the U.S. military, is facing all across this nation.

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My parents immigrated to California from Mexico in the 1960s in search of a better life. They arrived from different regions of Mexico with little formal education, but a tremendous work ethic and big dreams.

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It is unacceptable that so many students who are juggling school, work, and family life are also going hungry.

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Our public lands are one of our state's greatest gifts - from the San Gabriel Mountains, to the Central Coast, and through Northwestern California's forests and rivers.

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For voters whose work schedule does not allow them to wait in line to vote, the denial of vote by mail and early voting denies the opportunity to vote altogether.

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We must pass the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act in order to reform the system that led to the deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Adam Toledo, and too many more.

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In schools, churches and local communities, Americans are participating in their democracy by getting others to as well.

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Improving food security is critical in ensuring that higher education opportunities remain accessible for all.

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I'm eager to work with my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to get things done for the people of California and the nation.

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The science is clear: to solve the climate crisis, we must protect our natural spaces.

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Throughout his career, Xavier Becerra has always fought to improve the lives of his constituents.

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Millions of Americans do essential work but are not paid a living wage.

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Far too often, local voices have been overlooked when it comes to planning transportation projects.

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I'm proud to co-lead the Student Food Security Act to permanently expand college students' eligibility for nutrition assistance benefits, and help put food on the table for those who need it most.

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Dignity, respect, and citizenship for essential workers is personal for me and in the best interest of our country.

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