Alex Padilla Quotes

Alex Padilla

Profession : Politician

Birth : March 22, 1973

Too many immigrants lack basic workplace protections because of their immigration status.

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We need to, in my opinion, to restore the full strength of the federal Voting Rights Act.

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The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the immense, underlying inequities in our nation.

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While the national highway system connects cities and facilitates economic activity across the nation, it's construction historically has been deeply destructive for many communities, particularly low-income communities and communities of color.

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College students shouldn't be forced to choose between text books and their next meal.

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Our neighborhood had more than its share of challenges, from poverty to crime to unhealthy air. It may not have been the safest neighborhood, but my mom felt blessed that we had the sanctuary of a backyard. And we had a strong sense of community.

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Every American should have access to clean, safe drinking water.

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Building back better demands that we build back better for everyone - and that we leave no one and no community behind.

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As the proud son of immigrants from Mexico, I'm honored to be the first Latino to serve as Chair of the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Immigration, Citizenship, and Border Safety.

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There's a lot that can and should be done, not just in terms of elections administration with respect to the voting rights, but the protections of voters themselves.

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There's no question about it: the climate crisis is happening now and we need bold action to address it - and that includes investing in electric transportation and rebuilding our infrastructure.

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Expanding background checks for all sales and transfers of firearms is simple, popular, and commonsense.

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Urban Indian Organizations are a lifeline to Native Americans living in urban areas across California.

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The Background Check Expansion Act will help prevent guns from falling into the wrong hands, and combat senseless gun violence.

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No one should ever have to choose between their health and their job.

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As California's former chief elections officer, I was proud to strengthen election security and boost voter turnout by implementing the critical reforms contained in the For the People Act. They are proven, they are secure, and they should be available to all voters.

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Investing in resilience and sustainability programs is essential to stretching our limited water resources, ensuring safe drinking water for at-risk communities, and adapting to climate change.

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