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Jimmy Smits

"In my college years, I worked as a union labor organizer. I was just one of the many workers trying to do my part to help the community."

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"In my college years, I worked as a union labor organizer. I was just one of the many workers trying to do my part to help the community."

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"There are no right and wrong ways to work in this business, but there are some basic common-sense practices. Work very, very hard and always be prepared; never give up; and once you get the job, give them more than they ever expected: - Shine!"
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"I am a firm believer in education and have worked very hard to tell young Latinos that they must go to college and that, if possible, they should pursue an advanced degree. I am convinced that education is the great equalizer."
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"I've been in California for about 15 years now. You're always in your car and insulated. I miss New York so much."
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"It's less about the physical training, in the end, than it is about the mental preparation: boxing is a chess game. You have to be skilled enough and have trained hard enough to know how many different ways you can counterattack in any situation, at any moment."
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"I've been very lucky to work on a wide variety of projects, including two long-run and top-10 dramatic television shows. That is why it is so important to offer a helping hand to the next generation of young Latinos coming up behind me."
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