Elected Officials for Latino Student Success Comments to the Class of 2020 Latino College Graduates See video messages by Members of Congress to the Class of 2020 Latino college graduates. Return to Greater Than Graduation Main Page “You’re going to make us all proud, your families, your community, your country and the world.” - Rep. Tony Cardenas (CA-29)Watch the video “While this may not be the way you envisioned your graduation ceremony, do not let that take away from your accomplishment. You achieved an amazing goal. We are all very proud of you.” - Rep. Gil Cisneros (CA-39)Watch the video “It is now your time to rise and become the next generation of leaders. Use the skills you learned to achieve extraordinary things.” - Rep. Henry Cuellar (TX-28Watch the video “The world needs you now more than ever. Your generation is better equipped than any other to lead and work toward a more equitable and just world.” - Rep. Nanette Diaz Barragan (CA-44)Watch the video “I want you to know that we are very, very proud of you. Times like these require leadership and courage and hope, and you represent all of that.” - Rep. Veronica Escobar (TX-16)Watch the video “En los Estados Unidos, solamente 22 porciento de los Latinos adultos se han graduado del colegio y ustedes son unos de esos 22 porciento. Gracias por su trabajo y gracias por toda su dedicación.” - Rep. Veronica Escobar (TX-16)Watch the video “You have achieved what so many could only dream of. You and your family should be very proud because no one can take away this degree.” - Rep. Sylvia Garcia (TX-29)Watch the video “Keep the faith, work hard and continue to live the dream that you have envisioned for yourself.” - Rep. Jimmy Gomez (CA-34)Watch the video “Latinos are the great contributors to the diversity and vibrancy of our nation, and I know you all will go on accomplish amazing things.” - Rep. Vicente González (TX-15)Watch the video “Remember, don’t let anyone ever tell you, ‘You can’t achieve your goals,’ or discourage you from pursuing your dreams.” - Rep. Grace Napolitano (CA-32)Watch the video “Remember to always believe in yourself and follow your passion 'con ganas'. Continue paving the way for our Latino community.” - Rep. Lucille Roybal-Allard (CA-40)Watch the video “Be the makers of your memories, the drivers of your destiny and dream big. We support you.” - Rep. Raul Ruiz (CA-36)Watch the video “Usted son los dueños de su destino. Con fe y fuerza, todo es posible.” - Rep. Raul Ruiz (CA-36)Watch the video “While this public health crisis may have unexpected impacts on your journey, what you’ve overcome, where you come from, what will you do is far greater.” - Rep. Xochitl Torres Small (NM-02)Watch the video “Aunque esta crisis de salud publica ha sido una parte inesperada en tu jornada, no estas solo. Lo que has superado- de donde empezaste y lo que harás—es mucho mas grandioso.” - Rep. Xochitl Torres Small (NM-02)Watch the video “You’re part of an amazing trend in our community of new doctors and lawyers, engineers and scientists, nurses and teachers, and so many others.” - Rep. Darren Soto (FL-09)Watch the video “Many of you overcame incredible obstacles to reach this milestone. I can't wait to see all of the ways in which you will lead our country.” - Rep. Norma Torres (CA-35)Watch the video “Your ability to rise above these difficult circumstances to get where you are today is a testament to the great things each of you will accomplish.” - Rep. Lori Trahan (MA-03)Watch the video
