We support an immigration policy that provides a path to citizenship for all workers here. ... We must recognize workers as full members of American society and permanent residents with full rights and full mobility.

We, of course, would like to see the legislature do three things. One is increase overall funding to public schools so that our school district has the resources that it needs to get the job done for all kids. That's got to be their No. 1 priority.

I think big issue in campaign is, are you going to be a school board member responsive to the people who elected you, and are you going to lead?

Teachers in Austin put 15 percent of their take-home pay into pension. If you're at year 30 (with the district), that's great. But 40 percent of our teachers have five years of experience. They're wondering, 'Can I ever afford a mortgage?' It's time to address the increasing cost of living in Austin.

The most important office ... that of private citizen.

My job is to support our workers that are out there providing the services to the clients and to make sure that they've got the tools and the knowledge to do what has to be done.