Alexander Acosta Quotes

American - Politician | January 16, 1969 -

As a former prosecutor, I will always be on the side of the law and not any particular constituency.

Alexander Acosta

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We are a nation built on principles of freedom, and high on the list of freedoms is freedom of religious expression.

Alexander Acosta

FreedomPrinciplesNationHighBuilt

We all work for the president, and we all will ultimately follow his direction.

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WorkDirectionWillPresidentFollow

My parents fled from a Cuban dictatorship in search of freedom. Growing up, I saw my parents struggle... I am here today because of them. My success is their success. Their sacrifice and perseverance made my education possible.

Alexander Acosta

EducationPerseveranceSuccessToday

Efforts following 9/11 were important. They set a tone. They reminded those who might be tempted to take out their anger on an entire community that such actions were wrong.

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CommunityAngerWrongImportantOut

I had the kind of family where I was told it was my job to study. They would work out the finances.

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WorkFamilyJobKindStudyOut

Political views in the hiring of career attorneys and staff should not be used. If I am asked to do that, I will not allow it.

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I AmPoliticalCareerWillUsed

The principle that needs to be used to guide the spending is, 'How successful is the program?'

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I think it's important that we eliminate regulations that are not serving a useful purpose.

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PurposeThinkImportantServing

No student should be forced to choose between following her faith and enjoying the benefits of a public education.

Alexander Acosta

EducationFaithChooseStudentHer

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