Growing up, when we would get dragged to these events, I didn't want to be there. Over time, as we got older, I developed a real appreciation of the importance of being involved in the democratic process. — Julian Castro Copy Share Image
[M]y mother fought hard for civil rights so that instead of a mop, I could hold this microphone. And while she may be proud of me tonight, I've got to tell you, Mom, I'm even more proud of you. Thank… — Julian Castro Copy Share Image
My mother dreamed dreams for Joaquin and for me long before we could dream them for ourselves. — Julian Castro Copy Share Image
I actually believe that one of the lessons of 1993 and 1994, as well as 2009 and 2010, is that when a Democratic president… — Julian Castro Copy Share Image
My hope is Donald Trump will take a longer view and a more unified approach. — Julian Castro Copy Share Image
To the parents, basically, of the dreamers, which was DAPA. I understand, of course, the concern that a lot of folks have had with… — Julian Castro Copy Share Image
I believe in the Green New Deal. Fundamentally, what we recognize is that we don't have to choose between protecting our planet and growing… — Julian Castro Copy Share Image
Got a call on April 16, 2014 from President Barack Obama - I remember the date because it's not every day that the president… — Julian Castro Copy Share Image
We've seen tremendous progress in many ways under President [Barack] Obama. I mean, if we think about where the economy was when he got… — Julian Castro Copy Share Image
And because he knows that we don't have an ounce of talent to waste, the president took action to lift the shadow of deportation… — Julian Castro Copy Share Image
In the end, the American dream is not a sprint, or even a marathon, but a relay. Our families don't always cross the finish… — Julian Castro Copy Share Image
To me, what I believe is that everybody should have the ability to enroll in Medicare. If somebody wants a supplemental plan or a… — Julian Castro Copy Share Image
I grew up Catholic. The Catholic faith has played an integral role in my life. At the same time, I don't think that there… — Julian Castro Copy Share Image
Donald Trump ought to realise that being a president is different to being a candidate and that there is a responsibility that comes with… — Julian Castro Copy Share Image
![“[M]y mother fought hard for civil rights so that instead of a mop, I could hold this microphone. And while she may be proud of me tonight, I've got to tell you, Mom, I'm even more proud of you. Thank you, Mom.” quote by Julian Castro](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/178/julian-castro-9410_be-proud_m-y-mother-fought-hard-for-civil-rights_3106926.jpg)
![“To the parents, basically, of the dreamers, which was DAPA. I understand, of course, the concern that a lot of folks have had with the number of deportations. But there again, I believe that the president [Barack Obama] has made an earnest attempt to address those issues.” quote by Julian Castro](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/596/julian-castro-9410_addresses_to-the-parents-basically-of-the-dreamers_185853.jpg)
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