Xavier Becerra quotes

Xavier Becerra is a prominent American politician and attorney, currently serving as the United States Secretary of Health and Human Services. With extensive experience in public service, Becerra has been a strong advocate for affordable healthcare and social justice throughout his career. Born in Sacramento, California, he earned his Juris Doctor degree from Stanford Law School. Becerra became the first Latino to hold the position of Attorney General of California, where he fought for consumer protection, LGBTQ+ rights, and environmental regulations. As a respected leader, Becerra has been instrumental in championing policies to expand access to healthcare for all Americans. With his appointment as Secretary of Health and Human Services, he aims to prioritize public health issues, improve healthcare affordability, and tackle the ongoing COVID-19 crisis. Xavier Becerra is dedicated to creating a healthier and more equitable future for all Americans.

According to Teenage Research Unlimited, 51 percent of 13-15 year olds say they will be faced with making a decision regarding alcohol in the next three months.

- Xavier Becerra

February 19, 1942, is the year in which Executive Order 9066 was signed, and this was the order that called for the exclusion and internment of all Japanese Americans living on the west coast during World War II.

- Xavier Becerra

Diabetes occurs at twice the rate in the African American community as it does in white Americans.

- Xavier Becerra

We cannot undo the past in this misguided war in Iraq.

- Xavier Becerra

Individuals with kidney disease who are able to obtain treatment early experience a higher quality of life and are able to maintain more of their day-to-day activities, including keeping their jobs.

- Xavier Becerra

According to the American Heart Association, the prevalence of hypertension in African Americans in the United States is among the highest in the world.

- Xavier Becerra