Mel Martinez quotes

It's shortsighted not to view the education of a future generation of Americans as a priority for all Americans. (Mel Martinez)
We need a new Latin American policy that is bold - different. We need to focus on building civil society, focus on the lack of infrastructure. We need look at ways to foster economic opportunity. There needs to be a more comprehensive economic vision in the region. View quote
Mel Martinez
Forty-two years ago, I came to America from communist Cuba so I might have a better way of life, a freer way of life - a more democratic way of life. I wanted to live the American Dream where if you worked hard and put your mind to the task, anything was possible. View quote
Mel Martinez
Our focus needs to be on freeing dissidents and continuing to support the opposition movement within Cuba - not rewarding Castro and subsidizing and strengthening his totalitarian regime. View quote
Mel Martinez
It is proper that the federal government help alleviate short-term disruptions and price spikes such as those brought about by Hurricane Katrina. View quote
Mel Martinez