I came here today to listen and learn and report back to the president. I'm prepared ... to go back read more

I came here today to listen and learn and report back to the president. I'm prepared ... to go back and report to the president that these folks have done a great job.

The thing that's important to know is that you never know. You're always sort of feeling your way.

The thing that's important to know is that you never know. You're always sort of feeling your way.

The child needs to be referred to the committee before anything can be done.

The child needs to be referred to the committee before anything can be done.

Someone born in Brazil is an American. Anyone born on the western hemisphere is an American. American is not a read more

Someone born in Brazil is an American. Anyone born on the western hemisphere is an American. American is not a nationality.

This year's nominations are a true reflection of the diversity that currently exists in Latin music -- not only across read more

This year's nominations are a true reflection of the diversity that currently exists in Latin music -- not only across genres but across generations as well, ... In our sixth year, the spotlight continues to shine not only on established performers but on emerging singers and songwriters and the creative professionals who usually remain behind the scenes. It's inspiring to see so many albums, songs, and music makers getting due recognition from their peers, as well as such a cross section of genres being recognized. There will be much to celebrate on November 3.

With the things that create blight, there's a common thread that runs through all of them. If we were to read more

With the things that create blight, there's a common thread that runs through all of them. If we were to pull that string tight at one time through all of them, we'd make a lot of headway.

Some days it is a heroic act just to refuse the paralysis of fear and straighten up and step into read more

Some days it is a heroic act just to refuse the paralysis of fear and straighten up and step into another day.

We go to the hospital twice a week. She has had bone marrow biopsies, four blood transfusions and numerous tests.

We go to the hospital twice a week. She has had bone marrow biopsies, four blood transfusions and numerous tests.

Her joy in coaching these young women made them believe in themselves and depend on each other. Her guidance not read more

Her joy in coaching these young women made them believe in themselves and depend on each other. Her guidance not only helped them excel here, it will help them become better, more compassionate leaders.