I don't think of myself as a role model. I do try to live in a compassionate, considerate and positive way. The only advice I can offer is to find what you love to do, find the joy in it, and express yourself through your passion.

I don't totally believe that all of the politicians see a problem with the gap between the scores of black children and other groups. I believe that many politicians think this has been the way it has always been, so what's the problem?

We're training folks to take those jobs and incumbent employees.

Literally, it was just less than a mile from my house. I have driven by these places for 20 years and never knew. It opens your eyes and energizes you to do something to help out.

What we don't need in a school or a classroom is for a teacher to say, 'These poor black children. They really have it tough,' and not set the bar high enough for them.

I don't totally believe that all of the politicians see a problem with the gap between the scores of black children and other groups. I believe that many politicians think this has been the way it has always been, so what's the problem?