Mr. Speaker. today I rise to congratulate America Ferrera for winning the Golden Globe for best actress in a comedy for her work in ABCs television show "Ugly Betty." America Ferrera is a native of Los Angeles. the daughter of Honduran immigrant parents and a student at the University of Southern California. earning a degree In international relations. As Betty Suarez. her character in "Ugly Betty." Ferrera plays a smart. young Latina professional breaking into the publishing world. The people we see in here on television and in movies have a great influence on our communities and the attitudes of Americans.
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